I agree with Bordo’s point that in today’s modern world, people are continuously bombarded with images and ideals of how the human body should reflect perfection. In my opinion, perfection is in the eye of the beholder where that particular image is different for everyone. Such is the case with people like super models who are so thin that some view them as disgusting. The marvels of modern medicine have given birth to the age of plastic surgery and ideas that there are ways to become “perfect”. I on the other hand, though I do respect the aspiration of perfection, feel that there is a line between perfection and loss of identity. When one is so consumed with their appearance and go off to become “perfect” looking, it can sometimes lead to their loss of individuality and the rise of conformity.

                When this occurs, I believe that the individuals involved become so “perfect” they turn into the very opposite of what their intended goal is. Such is the example of the “oranges.” We all have seen them, those people who have gone tanning so much that the resulting look clearly shows a fake tan and a hint of glowing “orange”. To me, this appearance is actually the opposite of perfect.  While being tan can look good, that particular group, has overdone their appearance, probably as a result of being influenced by a famous person’s appearance. By the pursuit of perfection they are modeling not their own image but rather some one else’s. The key point in all of this is someone else, because perfect is different for everybody and you end up losing what makes you unique and “perfect” to someone else who holds, or will hold, a greater level of importance in your life.