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Questionnaire : Body Image and the Media

Today I would like to ask you some questions about body image and the media.

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FYI: I only ask your age, size & height because it will help me get a better overall idea as to what people of different ages and sizes are thinking and feeling. Celebrate yourself at any age, at any size!

When was the last time you saw your body type represented in a fashion spread (not in a body fixer/how to dress for your body type story) or in a photo from a runway show?
Did this experience impact the way you look at your body?	Yes No
How so?
Would you be open to seeing more size diversity in fashion magazines? Why or why not?
Would you be open to seeing more size diversity on the world’s runways? Why or why not?
Have you ever written a letter of complaint or praise to the editor of a magazine or newspaper commenting on a size related story/editorial or the size of the models used or written a TV show or station? If not, would you consider doing so in the future?
Were you aware that the models we generally see in fashion – generally sizes 0-4, are used because the sample sizes are made in these sizes? What are your thoughts on this?
Who is your all time favourite model/celebrity or fashion icon?
What has this person done to make you admire him or her?
Please state the top 5 means by which you gather fashion advice (ie fave magazines, TV shows, internet sites etc.)
How often do you buy fashion magazines?
When you look at the average runway model – 5"9-6"0, size 0-4, do you find it easier or harder to imagine how the clothes would look on your body? Please explain.
What do you think influences your opinion of your body the most? my friends my family my boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse/partner TV magazines internet myself other
If you could create the perfect fashion magazine for you, what would you like to see in its models, ads, editorials, stories etc?
Any other comments or thoughts?	(Maximum characters: 300) You have characters left.
Please check here to submit your answers. I look forward to hearing what you are thinking and understanding what you are feeling. By clicking here, you are agreeing to possibly let me share your comments with others. My wish is to share this information in a positive way in order for all of us to have a more positive perception of our bodies. If you feel more comfortable leaving your name blank, please do so – I would rather receive your information than not. Thanks so much for taking the time to share with me!