In order to become a star, it is not at all necessary to have perfect facial proportions. Woman’s day presents 10 famous girls who have managed to achieve recognition in cinema and fashion, even though their appearance is far from the recognized canons of beauty.
Charlotte Gainsbourg followed the creative path of her father, the famous actor and singer Serge Gainsbourg. The performer of the leading role in the films “Meloncholia” and “21 Grams” managed to establish herself as one of the best Hollywood actresses, as well as a popular singer and muse of stylists and designers. It was her appearance that the creators of the video game “Silent Hill -3” took as the prototype of the main character, and it was she who has been the main source of inspiration for the creative director of Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière, for many years. And who said you need perfect facial features to be successful?
The “girl with the dragon tattoo” Rooney Mara does not have full lips and a voluminous bust, like many Hollywood actresses, but this does not hinder her in her career, but rather, on the contrary, helps. A memorable appearance has become a hallmark for the girl. By the way, the actress recently became the face of the new CalvinKlein fragrance – Downtown. The creators explained their choice very simply: “We have got a bright and unusual scent, which is suitable for young girls. Who else besides Rooney Mara can present him with dignity? ” Yes, indeed, there are no more girls with a similar character and appearance in Hollywood.
Eva Green has achieved fame not only in her acting career (everyone knows her from the films “The Dreamers” and “Dark Shadows”), but also in the modeling business (she collaborated with such famous brands as Lancôme, Emporio Armani and Christian Dior ). In addition, the girl was often included in the ratings of the most beautiful women in Hollywood. Surely, someone will be surprised: Eva is very far from the ideals of beauty, how can she be put on the same list with Adriana Lima or, for example, Gisele Budchen? But, apparently, it was thanks to her atypical appearance that she managed to achieve recognition.
Tilda Swinton owes her aristocratic appearance to genetics: her family comes from an ancient Anglo-Scottish family. The girl acts in independent films and leads a conservative lifestyle. And all these ratings of beauty and the massive hobby of stars for botox and plastic surgery are very far from Swinton.
The fate of the Ukrainian girl Masha Telna was decided by chance: a model scout noticed her on the street and invited her to sign a contract with the agency. Masha agreed. And just a few months later, she walked the catwalk in Paris at the shows of Givenchy, Nina Ricci and Yves Saint Laurent. Telna’s appearance admires someone, frightens someone … The main thing is that she cannot remain invisible, and this is important for success.
The most charming Hollywood actress and singer, the idol of millions of people and the muse of fashion houses, Barbra Streisand burst into Hollywood suddenly, and stayed in it for a long time. She was remembered and loved by everyone thanks to her appearance, albeit far from the standards of beauty. Streisand was one of the first to prove to the whole world that success can be earned by talent, not ideal parameters.
Sarah Jessica Parker (Sarah Jessica Parker) editors of one of the men’s magazines called the most non-sexy actress in Hollywood, and the directors of the series “South Park” presented her as an ugly woman. But these two unpleasant incidents did not affect the opinion of the majority: after the role of Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, Parker became the idol of all women. And what do these men’s magazines understand about female beauty?
The Soviet and Russian theater and film actress Inna Churikova burst into tears after watching the film Morozko, where she played one of the main roles. “I thought I was so scary! After that, I seriously thought about never acting in films again, “Inna Mikhailovna once admitted. But the artist could not refuse her favorite work: after this film she received universal recognition and, of course, proposals from directors. As a result, Inna Churikova became the favorite of millions, and with her natural charm and talent, beauty is not needed.
The appearance of Christina Ricci does not meet beauty standards: a high forehead and small nose and lips … But the wrong facial features did not affect the actress’s career in a negative direction: in her filmography there is an impressive list of famous films – from Casper and Mermaid to Sleepy Hollow and Prozac Nation. Ricci also often takes part in the filming of men’s magazines and is considered one of the sweetest girls in Hollywood.
Some find the actress, singer and fashion model Vanessa Paradis beautiful, some don’t. Of course, one cannot say that her appearance is perfect, but one cannot but recognize her femininity. By the way, it was she who was entrusted to represent one of the most popular fragrances in the whole world – Coco from Chanel. And this, you see, explains a lot.