Barbie's Body

Cain's article was published in 1996, and some of her analysis has changed but not by a lot. The only thing that actually changed is the fact that model agencies are putting more "plus size" models on runways and magazines. Although, the "plus size" models are still a lot thinner than what the average American woman is. Also, Barbie had a breast reduction; to portray a more realistic figure. Other than that, I believe that Cain's analysis is still very true. Children do look at toys for body image. Now, there are the BratZ dolls, which are very thin, big lips, big eyes, and long, silky hair. I have younger sisters who want to be "just like them". As for adults they do still look at models. There are so many new shows about models too; America's Next Top Model, Americas Most Smartest Model, and so on. There are times when the judges feel that the models are getting fat. So, when America sees this they feel horrified if they are fat then I must be a whale! The increase of fast food has made the latest generations very unhealthy. There are more obese children now then there ever was. So, the parents are trying to control this problem in the wrong ways. Self-image still plays a big role in American society today.