For decades, societal beauty standards have shifted between extremes, from Marilyn Monroe’s curves to Kate Moss’s slender frame. However, a surprising new study from the University of Texas challenges these norms, suggesting that a fuller, curvier figure may be closer to the “ideal” than previously thought.
The Study’s Surprising Findings
The research identified specific proportions considered most attractive:
- Body Mass Index (BMI): 18.85
- Bust Size: 93 cm
- Waist Size: 61 cm
- Hips Size: 87 cm
- Hip-to-Waist Ratio: Between 0.65 and 0.75
These dimensions closely match the figure of Kelly Brook, a 43-year-old British model often judged as “plump” by industry standards. According to this study, her proportions align with the scientifically supported ideal for female beauty.
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