Christina Ilise wrote:
Ok so we all know that the average fashion model is underweight.

ughh..they are usually just the right weight, for fashion...

Doug Swinskey wrote:

ughh..they are usually just the right weight, for fashion...

yeah i know that. that's not the point. just looking for someone to answer the question at hand.

Angel Tara wrote:
Well, I know you didn't ask for models' opinions, but, I find the fashion model look attractive. Perhaps not in a sexual way, but they have a certain allure to them. Maybe I am biased because I have been underweight since probably middle school. But I like the look of the hip bones, etc. I don't know who is or is not on drugs or anorexic, and I care not to speculate about it. They are beautiful to me.

I agree with Angel T, fashion models look stunning in clothing, but in everyday gear they look terrible. When they're made up they have a certain allure about them, but not in a sexual way. One thing though, this whole thread is kind of implying that fashion models are ugly, when many fashion models aren't. Anyway, on a fashion mode, i adore the pelvic bones, but not much else. Oh and the necks. I personally prefer looking at "heavier" fashion models such as Carmen Kass or Daria W. Two of my favourites.

Gypsy Doll wrote:
This is an excellent point. Having suffered with anorexia and bulimia for many years as a teenager, ive finally come to terms with the fact that i am not naturally a size 6. but i still love the look of hip bones and jaunty angles, and i think that this look will always be sought after on the catwalk. However, ive been harshly criticised by photographers and models alike on certain recent images taken emphasising my bone structure. Its all a matter of personal opinion i guess, but personally i do find skinny models attractive.

I don't think it will always be like this. Its a trend in the industry right now, just like the thicker "supermodels"(crawford,campbell,turlington) of the 90's were in and heroin chic b4 that or after i cant remember.

Christina Ilise wrote:
Ok so we all know that the average fashion model is underweight. Sometimes in shows I see girls with large gaps between their thighs, pelvic bones sticking out, and no behind. My question to photogs and stylists, is this something that you actually find attractive or is it just that it's an industry standard or what the client wants? (not hating on skinny models, just want to know your opinions)

Actually, I've seen plenty of fahion models with great butts and beautifully perky and proportioned boobs for their frame size. Plus, wuth the low rise phase still going strong, the hip bone is being considered the new cleavage.

Do I find it attractive? Hell Yes!

Dax wrote:
To put it bluntly..

There is what I find attractive to fuck and what I find attractive to photograph.. Usually they are not the same but sometimes they are the same.

WOW, that is pretty blunt.  But I'm sure your honestly is appreciated!   I am not a photographer or a stylist, just someone who has 2 cents. All models have their place and their market, but like someone said before high fashion models are meant to be walking hangers and I am sure there are photographer who find that attractive as there are some that find plus-size models attractive.

Angel Tara wrote:
Well, I know you didn't ask for models' opinions, but, I find the fashion model look attractive. Perhaps not in a sexual way, but they have a certain allure to them. Maybe I am biased because I have been underweight since probably middle school (which I have come to accept as my normal size). But I like the look of the hip bones, etc. I don't know who is or is not on drugs or anorexic, and I care not to speculate about it. They are beautiful to me.

Not me. I used to think it was attractive when i was pretty young, and i even wanted that look / had that look (for my height) when i WAS much younger but its ugly to me now. Sorry. Yes. Even when its natural i feel its... unfortunate.

DRESSED this type fashion models can look interesting, often great, but naked.
YUK. Just my opinion (and a healthy one I'd say).

Christina Ilise wrote:
Ok so we all know that the average fashion model is underweight. Sometimes in shows I see girls with large gaps between their thighs, pelvic bones sticking out, and no behind. My question to photogs and stylists, is this something that you actually find attractive or is it just that it's an industry standard or what the client wants? (not hating on skinny models, just want to know your opinions)

I'm answering the Title of the thread rather than just your intro.

It's not all that easy to answers this. So let me start with just the physical appearance.

First of all is the face. Attractive faces come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, with small or big noses. Hair can make a huge difference in making a face more or less attractive, and it can be short or long, but short hair looks good on a lot fewer faces because you need a really well shaped head to look good with really short hair. Long hair can balance a lot of faces that would not be as attractive without the hair done just right. By just right I don't mean that there's only one style, I mean for a particular face, not all hairstyles work equally well -ask any hairstylist

Second comes the figure. To be attractive should be well proportioned, so actual height is far less important than having nice proportions.  The question of slim vs heavy is a matter of taste, culture, and of course "fashion".  Look at the pinup models of 1940's, 1950's etc. Or Egyptian art? vs Rubens.  To me, slim is generally, but not always, more graceful -think dancer, but of course, nothing is absolute, some heavy woman move and dance sooo well as to take your breath away.
In answer to your question -too skinny is not attractive, makes me feel worried about their health.


Perhaps some of our "attraction" preferences go back to our youth. When I was a kid many women my mother's age looked "matronly" and most did not have the slimness of the 16 and 20 year olds who were my age then, or older.  I think slimmer figures are generally associated with youthfullness, hence part of the attractiveness. Heaven knows, our US culture has an obsession with looking youthful (not a good thing in my opinion)

Third, is that hard to define aspect of attractiveness, which is a kind of "presence", the "je ne sais quoi" which we sometimes label "charm". It has to do with how someone makes you feel more at ease, comfotable, because she is easy to talk to. A way with a smile that's honest, not forced or phony.

Last and perhaps most important, for any working relationshiop, friendship, and of course for romance, there is intelligence, not to be confused with education.  Stupidity, arrogance, self centered attitude is a real negative. A warm heart, a sense of fairness and justice is a real positive factor.

This last aspect of attractiveness is sometimes hard to show in photos, but it can sometimes be there if only hinted at somehow. But not foolproof - you have to meet someone and spend some time with them.

Hope I answered at least some of your questions and didn't ramble too much.
By the way, my wife, is the all around most attractive whole person I have the privilege of knowing, but she hates having her picture taken, even though she is really cute.

Dan

Kaitlin Lara wrote:
Well, this might be a bit narcisistic of me since I'm a teeny little thing myself, but I think that the fashion model look is very attractive. I tend to be attracted to women that are a bit androgynous, and that is what a lot of models are. I think the reasoning behind it is that fuller bodied, curvier women have a tendency to look much more sexual, and of course, that is more appealing to the average man, but for fashion a woman shouldn't steal the attention from the clothes, she should make you look at the clothes, and if you've got some big double Ds and a ghetto booty hanging out, no one's going to notice what you're wearing. Because thinner models don't have as much standard sex appeal, they have another quality...elegance...and that is what makes them so beautiful.

well said.  As far as dating those skinny minnies.. well..
Those protruding hip bones are sharper than you think when you're laying on them, cuddling is like holding yourself, and nothing less than a narcotic IV drip can make missionary position comfortable.

It's like dating someone with an exoskeleton.

Demarcus Freeman wrote:
It's like dating someone with an exoskeleton.

LOL at exoskeleton.

DarioImpiniPhotography wrote:

LOL at exoskeleton.

That's funny stuff.

MartinCoatesIV wrote:
Back to focus, not sure if you meant general or specific. In general I have alway been attracted to thiner girls. In specifics, the under curve of a womans breast, I think that is far more inticing than clevage.

Hey....looks like we're on opposite sides of the boob issue here. I love cleavage and lots of it! Make you a deal. You stay on your side of the boob and I'll stay on mine. LOL