Body image, in my opinion, is a mental perception of a physical manifestation. Images are processed through our eyes and mind, so the way the people perceive their bodies whether positively or negatively. It is important to study this topic because there are so many girls out there who are bombarded by images of the perfect figure, when in reality, it is almost impossible to be what is considered perfect. The first wave of feminism had to do with the suffragist movement and the fight for women to have certain rights, including the right to own property and the right to file for divorce. The second wave of feminism dealt with the struggle for women to be respected for the minds instead of their bodies. The third wave of feminism deals with body image and the need to be able to express ourselves as individuals, no matter what that entails. A body outlaw is a person who accepts their body for what it is and is not ashamed for what they were born with. People such as Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, Queen Latifah, Tyra Banks, Mia Tyler, and Kate Dillon to name a few. All of these women accept their bodies and embrace ever single curve without being embarrassed.
