Quote by Alanis Morissette

In LA, where I live, it's all about perfectionism. Beauty is now defined by your bones sticking out of your decolletage. For that to be the standard is really perilous for women.

In LA, where I live, it's all about perfectionism. Beauty is

Summary

This quote highlights the prevailing culture of perfectionism in Los Angeles, where physical appearance is highly valued. The emphasis on stick-thin bodies and protruding bones as the epitome of beauty creates a perilous standard for women. It criticizes the societal pressure for women to conform to these unrealistic ideals, suggesting that it can have negative implications on their physical and mental well-being. This quote is a commentary on the dangers of an unattainable beauty standard and encourages a more inclusive and accepting view of beauty.

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