Plus Size Models Research Paper

The Raise of Plus-Size Models

“What should an ideal model look like?” When asked this question to random people, a majority of them answered, it should be someone with good body, have distinct facial features and those who stand out to people. “But what if they are a bit beefy?” To this next question, they reacted differently. Driven by the typical definition of beauty, they seem not to prefer the idea of having such plus-sized models in the industry. They had an ideology that these ladies are good for the ‘before section’ of gym’s advertisement only.

Therefore, changing this mindset of people was one of the main reasons why plus-size models like Sapana Rai and Kriti Bartaula joined the industry. “We have always been very comfortable and stood confidently with our looks. But, there are other girls around who have so much of insecurities regarding their body shape. So, we chose to be models to inspire them and stop them from giving up,” they share.

While Rai and Bartaula wanted to encourage other, Minu Tamang started

So if you are capable enough, body size should not really matter. After all, there is no size requirement to fit a lipstick or mascara. But in contrary, there have been various controversies about this fat privilege globally. Initially, the cases of unhealthy obsessions with skinniness were the headline. Now, the table has turned. If the culture develops radically, widespread of obesity will be the next hot news. The strict diet plans may die forever. Fortunately, Nepal is very far to reach that point.

“The concept of plus size models began in Nepal just a couple of years back. Still, many people are unaware and have not accepted it well. Though the opportunities for female models are growing gradually, there is still a long way to go for chubby male models. So it is too early even to say that this culture has slightly engulfed our industry compared to other western countries,” states