Body Image

It's funny how different cultures value different body features. In the US, thin is in and big is looked down upon. In Africa, they like curves. In fact, here if you are very thin, people will look down on you and accuse you of having an illness (specifically HIV). Having curves means you are doing well and eating enough. Check out how this dress is displayed:



Notice the hips! You would never find that in the US! This one is mild. Other mannequins have the hips even more exaggerated.