How To Shield Yourself From The So-Called “Heroin Chic” Revival

Recently, a headline started to do the rounds proclaiming that "heroin chic" was back. For those who weren’t around in the mid 90s, the term may not be a familiar one, but for those who were influenced by its muses and promoters, it came with a healthy dose of body image issues. Today we look at why this body shape ideal - dressed up as a fashion trend - is back in the news and whether the women of 2022 are in a better position to fight off the problematic discussion that comes with it. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Danni Rowlands - Head of Prevention, Butterfly Foundation Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Liv Proud Audio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.