The Perfect Female Body In Disney Princess Films
Unrealistic and unattainable representations of the perfect female body permeate Disney princess films, producing a society in which beauty is the utmost importance. The idealistic concept of beauty is perpetuated through “extremely pale skin tones, small waists, big eyes, battling eyelashes, and full breasts,” (Herbozo et al., 26). Never once does acne appear on the delicate faces of these princesses nor are the princesses ever presented with thick limbs. For instance, Cinderella’s delicate features are emphasised through a tiny waist, a beautiful, blushing face, and an emphasised breast (Cinderella). Features that are alluring even for little kids. The slightest flaw, whether in size or skin, simply meant they were unattractive and therefore