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A Wrinkle in Time - On Beauty and Aging

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Aspen Institute Courses Aging Courses Self-Promotion Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the complexities of aging and beauty in society through this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into topics such as representation in the fashion industry, societal expectations of beauty, and the challenges faced by individuals over 50 in a youth-obsessed culture. Learn from the experiences and insights of prominent figures including Jessica Cruel, Paulina Porizkova, and Christie Brinkley as they discuss the importance of embracing aging, challenging beauty standards, and promoting inclusivity in media and fashion. Gain valuable perspectives on self-promotion, double standards, and the objectification of women while considering how to foster positive change in societal attitudes towards aging and beauty.

Syllabus

Intro
Paulinas social media journey
Representation in the fashion industry
On walking the runway
The importance of representation
Aging is not a choice
Secrets
Selfpromo
Double Standard
Black Dont Crack
Beauty Expectations
What Can Media Do
Objectification of Women
More Representation
Change
Questions
Modeling Industry


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The Aspen Institute

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