Textile and Apparel Industries

The Body to Die for: Appearance Aesthetics, Body Measurements, and BMI Analysis of a Female and Male Runway Models (2012–2018)

Authors: Iva Jestratijevic (University of North Texas) , Dr. Nancy Ann Ann Rudd (Ohio State University)

Abstract

This mixed methods study examined the aesthetic norms that the fashion modeling industry uses to transform human bodies into cultural commodities. In the quantitative phase, a secondary data set was utilized to quantify appearance manifestations through the exploration of anthropometric body measurements, and body mass index values. In the qualitative phase, a visual content analysis was undertaken to qualify occupational aesthetics.  

Keywords: models, BMI, occupational health

How to Cite: Jestratijevic, I. & Rudd, D. A. (2019) “The Body to Die for: Appearance Aesthetics, Body Measurements, and BMI Analysis of a Female and Male Runway Models (2012–2018)”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 76(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.8427