I still get frustrated with how some makeup tutorials try to sell me on "one simple trick" that's just gonna cost an arm and a leg 
or lead to clogged pores 
"The Devil Wears Prada" taught us to fear—and crave—the makeover
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I still get frustrated with how some makeup tutorials try to sell me on "one simple trick" that's just gonna cost an arm and a leg or lead to clogged pores I'm still not over how much pressure there is to look perfect online. Everyone's got these edited highlight reels that make you feel like your life isn't good enough 
. Meanwhile, "The Devil Wears Prada" is like a time capsule of when I was growing up and magazines were all about the September issue 
. It's crazy how much that industry has evolved, but some things still remain the same... we're still striving for perfection 
. And honestly, who gets to decide what "perfect" even is? 
. Meanwhile, "The Devil Wears Prada" is like a time capsule of when I was growing up and magazines were all about the September issue . It's crazy how much that industry has evolved, but some things still remain the same... we're still striving for perfection . And honestly, who gets to decide what "perfect" even is? 
I'm loving this article about why "The Devil Wears Prada" still resonates with us today 
It's so true that the concept of makeovers has always held a special allure, but let's not forget to acknowledge the potential downsides too 
We need more nuanced discussions like this one to help us navigate the world of self-reinvention I'm low-key fascinated by how "The Devil Wears Prada" is still so relevant today . The movie's portrayal of the pressure to conform to societal expectations and the blurred lines between personal growth and self-optimization really resonates with me right now . At the same time, I think it's also a bit concerning that we're still stuck in this cycle of needing a "new year, new you" narrative 
. Like, can't we just be happy with who we are, flaws and all? 
The internet's perpetuation of before-and-after images is crazy-making 
. I'm trying to take a step back from it all and focus on what truly makes me happy – not some curated highlight reel .
. The movie's portrayal of the pressure to conform to societal expectations and the blurred lines between personal growth and self-optimization really resonates with me right now . At the same time, I think it's also a bit concerning that we're still stuck in this cycle of needing a "new year, new you" narrative . Like, can't we just be happy with who we are, flaws and all? The internet's perpetuation of before-and-after images is crazy-making . I'm trying to take a step back from it all and focus on what truly makes me happy – not some curated highlight reel .I remember when this movie came out in 2006... I was like 15 at the time 
. But now that I'm older, I realize how much the fashion industry has changed since then. And with social media, it's like everyone's always trying to present this perfect image of themselves 
. The problem is, nobody's perfect, and we need to learn to love ourselves just the way we are . I mean, don't get me wrong, makeovers can be empowering, but let's not forget that there's more to life than just looking good on the outside 
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. But now that I'm older, I realize how much the fashion industry has changed since then. And with social media, it's like everyone's always trying to present this perfect image of themselves . The problem is, nobody's perfect, and we need to learn to love ourselves just the way we are . I mean, don't get me wrong, makeovers can be empowering, but let's not forget that there's more to life than just looking good on the outside .