Cover Girls - Sara
Cover Girls is a project started during my Master’s degree at The University of Huddersfield, Cover Girls aims to add to representations of those who feel underrepresented through mainstream imagery. Showing there is more than one type of body shape, everyone is different and there is no ‘normal’ or ‘ideal’ image, even though society often says otherwise.
Each model was asked to use at least three positive words to describe themselves in the image, as people are always quick to point out the negatives about themselves. On some image they were asked to write a positive statement about how they felt about themselves in the image, boosting their confidence whilst highlighting the positive thigs about themselves and what makes them unique.
From Sara…
I feel it is important to represent the middle-aged women of today. You only ever see young, thin, tall models advertising fashion.
As a nearly 50 year old woman, I get the impression I am supposed to wear smart clothes while in public.
That is NOT me!
I go for comfortable everyday wear. That means you will often see me in hoodies and leggings. Trousers and blouses are too dressed up and for special occasions.
You should be happy in whatever you are wearing.
Others opinions do not matter.
Motherly | Protective Comfortable
Thoughtful | Relaxed | Comfortable
The dress makes me look feminine and shapely. My pose shows my open character.
Protective | Strong | Assured
Motherly | Angelic | Feminine
In these clothes I am more myself. I am more happy and relaxed.
Fun | Creative | Happy
Feminine | Comfortable | Confident
This front pose shows myself in a more confident, strong-willed and outgoing mood
Confident | Strong | Empowered
Angelic | Youthful | Relaxed
This is a 'going out' outfit. Wearing this I am comfortable, smart and feel feminine.
Confident | Approachable | Reflective
Friendly | Affable | Happy
Wearing this outfit I feel festive. Going out wearing this I am confident as well as relaxed.