From Curves to Waifs and Back Again: What Makes a Sexy Body Now (and Then)
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Who says thin is always in? From ian goddesses to almost Frankenstein-like frames, the hottest body type in America has been big, small, round, tall—and more. Here, the curves and muscles that have been most worshipped, from the 1950s to today.
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From Curves to Waifs and Back Again: What Makes a Sexy Body Now (and Then)
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Gwyneth was right to post a naked picture at 48
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From Curves to Waifs and Back Again: What Makes a Sexy Body Now (and Then)
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It's Amazing How Much The 'Perfect Body' Has Changed In 100 Years
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The 31 Best Party Outfits of All Time—From Fashion to Pop Culture
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Heroin chic is back and curvy bodies, big butts are out
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