Babes with the Power

“ Here’s what I think. Feminism is not here to dictate to you. It’s not prescriptive, it’s not dogmatic. All we are here to do is give you a choice.” -Emma Watson

To construct a better representation of beauty and style separate from the standards set up by the beauty industry, we bring to light a few individuals who discuss how their unique styles and thoughts on the beauty industry break the mold. OLIVIA MCCUNE  Olivia is a 16 year old junior at Santa Barbara High School who describes her personal style as modern and feminine. We had a chance to talk with her about feminism and the changes that to take place within the industry. "The beauty industry shapes our society." Would you call yourself a feminist? If so, what does it mean to you?  O: Yes, I think it means equality in social, political, and vocational settings. What do you picture when you think of the beauty industry?  O: I picture artifice. Do you believe the beauty industry has a significant impact on our society?  O: Yes, the beauty industry shapes our society by creating standards and aspirations. Do you see yourself represented in the

"We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back." – Malala Yousafzai

"Feminism is hated because women are hated. Anti-feminism is a direct expression of misogyny; it is the political defense of women hating." – Andrea Dworkin

Top 5 Spectacular Clothing Brands From healthy production to positive representation, these five brands are a feat of their own making in some way or another. Here we’ve compiled a list of our top five clothing lines that we feel are supportive of women… 5. Forever 21       Clothing Although it’s generally agreed upon that their production and manufacturing methods are more than questionable, they are one of the few mainstream clothing brands that offer a plentiful online plus size collection. Most clothing goes from XS - XL, and the plus section goes from OX - 3X, with representations of many shapes in between. It’s very affordable, and although the quality might be low, Forever 21 is reliable and great in a pinch. (Shop here ) 4. VEEA    High-end Menswear This distinctive brand is known for their androgynous line of“high-end menswear fashion made to fit women.” The brand’s high-quality dress attire are tailored to fit the wearer and have done much promote

Top 5 Super Lingerie Brands  For our focus on undergarments we really wanted to highlight brands that take it to the next level, whether that be in diversity, size inclusion, or adaptation for different lifestyles. So here are our top five picks for super lingerie brands! 5. Wacoal    Intimates This brand of intimate apparel sells in most department stores and online. Wacoal offers a range of bra types and bra styles, including sports bras, full figure bras, t-shirt bras, push-up bras, strapless bras, wire-free bras, bralettes, and more. They offer consultants that are available to help women choose bra types and bra styles that best suit their body types and lifestyles. (Shop here ) 4. DKNY    Intimates They offer varied options of bras that suit different lifestyles, shapes and sizes. (Shop here ) 3. Aerie   Intimates Through American Eagle, this undergarments collection has a wide variety of bras, bralettes, underwear and loungewear at affo

Top 5 Sassy Makeup Brands We are living in the age of an (almost) modernized beauty industry. Nowadays, if a woman chooses to wear makeup, which is by no means a necessity, there are many brands that celebrate diversity and encourage women to fully embrace and/or create their own unique looks. Here we’ve compiled a list of prominent makeup brands that possess a revolutionized approach to the concept of beauty intertwined with female empowerment.  5. L’Oreal For years, L'Oréal Paris has and continues to be one of the most beloved brands of women of all backgrounds. In 2014, L'Oréal broke the mold and created a line of rogue lipsticks for all shades. Their pricing is also a plus! (Shop here ) 4. Lancôme Lancôme is one brand that holds true to its belief of embracing all types of beauty. With their wide range of ambassadors and product option, Lancôme continues to promote diverse and universal beauty. (Shop here ) 3. MAC When it comes to beauty, MAC C