Hypocrisy of Attractive Women in Advertising

AdAge published something useful.  I know, I know, well it happens from time to time :)  ”Researchers Find Thin Models Make Viewers Like Brands More, but Themselves Less.” Are we really shocked by this? I feel like it’s something we’ve known for years, but we don’t want to admit.  Personally, I think there is some value from showing thin models.

For example, according to the study, “Seeing thin models also made college-age women far more likely to turn down a snack pack of Oreo cookies offered as thanks for their participation in the study, or to opt for a reduced-fat version. Women who had just seen thin models were nearly four times more likely to say no to Oreos than women who hadn’t, and 42% more likely to opt for reduced-fat cookies if they did indulge. ”

 

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That’s a good thing.  I know I can use a few less Oreo’s.

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