Celebrity Influence

Social media often juxtaposes the construction of inner confidence and the breakdown of self image. Celebrities hold a strong presence in the concept of beauty standards,a template that trend sets the look of the current “it” girl. As these beauty gurus have a precious grasp on their followers and subscribers, some choose to shine light on the diversity of women. In 2017, millennials are breaking the internet (literally) to embrace originality and authenticity. Thanks to the hashtags and internet celebrities, online is moving into a more all-encompassing and custom realm.

The 36”-24”-36” body, narrow nose, fine haired blueprint of attractiveness has been the ideal image for generations. Popular beauty trends now include the extreme hourglass figure,contoured cheekbones.and overlined lips.The cycle of the perfect woman shows controversy to how almost all the “trends” were naturally unattainable. The beauty industry strives from surgical and cosmetic procedures from women dissatisfied with attributes of themselves that aren’t socially celebrated. A women does have the right to do as she wants with her body, but I question the motive. If social media did not display photoshopped faces and bodies, it is likely that ladies would be able to see past the social distortion. As there is that snippet of social media, there are many prominent and arising celebrities acting as the counterculture in the beauty conversation. Briget Kratz targets this subject in her  NY Times excerpt “By the Numbers.” In her studies, she cites Dove's survey of 1,027 women between the ages of 18 and 64. The results displayed hat women are more than twice as likely to be influenced by "'women in the public domain'" through media outlets after entering high school. The Dove study testifies,”“Whether women are rating beauty products, giving each other advice or sharing personal beauty/body image stories, or posting their own images or ‘selfies,’ beauty has become more personalized and more inclusive on the Internet.” As you’re scrolling through your internet device, here are women that are shaking up beauty:

La’Shaunae Steward @luhshawnay

La’Shaunae is an urban style fashinista who inspires women to push the boundaries of full figured style. After posting a picture wearing Thrasher Magazine’s infamous flame t-shirt, she fearlessly battled body shaming comments. Steward prospered above the trolls, and says she’ll “keep on slaying and let the hate roll off her back”

Lizzeth Ramirez @lizethramirez__

Lizzeth is a beauty guru with content that make us forget she isn’t our friend across the street. She shares her personal endeavours with the most honest truths, allowing her subscribers to know they aren’t alone in such expieriences.  

Chantelle Winnie @winnieharlow

Winnie isn’t your typical editorial model as she has a skin condition called Vitiligo. Not only did she push the boundaries in the fashion industry, but also serves as a positive mirror to many that are also diagnosed with Vitiligo to embrace the skin their in.

Franchesca @heyfranhey

Fran is a bohemian queen that shares organic D.I.Y.’s,mental health cleanliness, and natural hair tips. Her podcast,”Friendzone” touches on current issues and life lessons with a level of comfort and confidentiality. Her content provides great new ideas and a refreshing state of mind.

         Teanna Empowers @teannaempowers

Teanna is a political science major sharing her life journey on YouTube. Her content questions current social issues while also showing her viewers the latest makeup tricks.She testifies on black community issues such as pushing beauty brands to create more shade ranges. While we enjoy her make-up transformation, we also get knowledge and interaction in social conversation.

Megan Batoon @meganbatoon

Megan,featured on Step Up the Revolution, is a choreographer expressing her skills as a blogger.  She is also a fashion guru that creates inspiring,fresh looks that perfectly fit the minimal aesthetic. Batoon keeps her content personal and relatable and leaves her  followers feeling like friends.

Domyenn @domyenn

Domyenn is a socialite with a prominence on Instagram,Youtube, and Twitter. She is not only a street style model, but also a businesswoman and social activist. She uses her platform to show the need for personal expression and always pushes boundaries in fashion,beauty,and political policies.

Cassie @thriftthick

 Cassie is a quirky yet awkward gal,much like the most us. As a plus sized thrify shopper, who  gained her prominence from fashion hauls,hence the name. She is determined to delay the struggles of being a shopper in a society geared towards sizes under 12. Cassie speaks into existence that there are ways to relinquish from the frustrations and find your own unique style.


These celebrities are personally recommended by our authors, as a special reminder of the importance of representation. The millennial age is very responsive to the images and concepts seen scrolling through phones,computers,and other devices. Nonetheless.what is observed through these medias often reflect our thoughts and actions, consciously or subconsciously. Moving forward, we invite you to spread positivity,love, and good vibes. You could leave an uplifting comment under a post, give a compliment to a stranger, or simply smile and say hello. These effortless gestures could turn someones day around, or add a little boost of confidence. The term "beauty" is so sensitive, yet so powerful;we are redefining beauty to our kind of beauty! 👄💟💟💟💟💟 #OurKindofBeauty




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