A Doll.. That Looks Normal??

As many of you have seen, lately there has been a huge push for a healthy sized doll to replace the Barbie's infamous and unattainable figure.

 

Meet Lammily, the creation of artist Nickolay Lamm. 

This lovely lady was created with the exact same proportions as the average 19 year old american woman. She is healthy, fit and radiant. How about that for a childhood icon? Creator, Lamm, says that:

"I just wanted her to look like a typical young woman walking down the street. But I left the actual dimensions ambiguous because I don't want to set a new standard."

And the best part? Lamm was inspired to make this doll after talking to his little cousin, who was so ashamed of her body that she was afraid to put on a swimsuit. Who knows if this project will make any lasting effect on his cousin's self esteem, but it will surely impact future young boys and girls who play with this adorable doll.

As a girl in recovery from an eating disorder, this gives me hope. People are finally waking up and realizing what we're doing to ourselves. Let's all just join hands and pray that this is a small step on a long journey towards a  more human friendly environment.

I challenge artists and people who have the time and resources to make such things;

Remember the boys.

This, lady & gents, is He-Man. 

Correct me if I'm wrong, but does this not also promote a COMPLETELY unattainable body type,

JUST LIKE Barbie? How about we get a lanky superhero without rock hard abs & a killer jawline. I'd love to hear what you guys think about the development of a better Barbie in the comments! 

xoxo,

Grace