Appearances are a hot topic. There are the naysayers that believe natural beauty is best – we should love the skin we’re in, right? Well, the modern world doesn’t have the same view – many people find themselves split between wanting people to love the skin they’re in and supporting people who make changes to their bodies based on insecurities, for example. Ultimately, there’s no right and wrong. Instead, it’s more interesting to explore how willing people are to go to alter their image. Let’s explore.
The Power of Personal Style and Fashion
One thing is for sure; there are easy ways to alter your appearance without going down the cosmetic route – in fact, it’s more common to notice people changing their image based on how they dress rather than a subtle change like some tear trough filler. Fashion is empowering – the feeling when you put on a new outfit, and it looks exactly how you planned it to fill you with confidence for the day.
It’s because fashion can make a statement and convey a desired image, whether it’s professionalism, edginess, or elegance. Some may spend significant amounts of time and money to find the perfect clothing items or seek the guidance of personal stylists to ensure they project the desired image to the world.
The Impact of Physical Alterations
Beyond fashion, physical alterations play a significant role in image enhancement. People are willing to undergo cosmetic procedures, like plastic surgery, to modify their physical appearance. These alterations can range from minor adjustments like Botox injections or teeth whitening to more invasive procedures like breast augmentation or penis fillers. For many, these procedures are affirmative actions. They support how it is they see themselves or how they wish to.
It’s these physical alterations that prove how far people are prepared to go – or perhaps, the perfect example is a British man who paid $30,000 to look like David Beckham. Follow this link and see if you think he managed it. He is not the only example of people taking it that far – there are people trying to look like Kim Kardashian with Brazilian but lifts, for example.
The Influence of Social Media and Digital Identity
The rise of social media platforms has ushered in a new era of image consciousness. People meticulously curate their online personas, carefully selecting the content they share to present a polished image to the world. Filters, editing tools, and carefully crafted captions are used to create an idealized version of oneself.
Many go to great lengths to maintain an online presence, investing time and effort in building followers, gaining likes, and seeking validation through virtual interactions. However, the pursuit of a flawless image on social media can lead to anxiety, comparison, and even a loss of authenticity.
The journey to self-acceptance, for some people, is working on their image. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with someone altering their appearance because they believe it fills them with more confidence – whether that’s Botox or a wardrobe change.
