The Cultural Review

Beauty Standards

2 articles

Editorial illustration for From Bombshell Waves to Broader Representation: How the Victoria's Secret Beauty Ideal Was Built and Then Rebuilt
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From Bombshell Waves to Broader Representation: How the Victoria's Secret Beauty Ideal Was Built and Then Rebuilt

Victoria's Secret has transformed its iconic "Angel" beauty ideal, moving from a singular, narrow standard to a more inclusive and diverse representation. This evolution was driven by cultural criticism and commercial pressures, reflecting a broader societal shift in beauty standards.

Yasmin El-Sayed·October 19, 2026
A woman in a library wearing glasses and a blazer, embodying the librarian chic fashion trend with an emphasis on intellectual style and comfort.
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What Is Librarian Chic and Why Does This Fashion Trend Resonate?

The 'geek chic' aesthetic offers women the opportunity to consciously opt out of the relentless pursuit of an illusion of perfection, according to Jasminefoxsuliaman .

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 27, 2026