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Models Zendaya, Kendall Jenner Criticized for Appearing Older Than Their Age
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In Short: In London, models Zendaya and Kendall Jenner faced criticism for their mature looks, sparking a debate on age expectations in the fashion industry.
Models Zendaya and Kendall Jenner have recently faced criticism for appearing older than their actual ages, according to reports. The Independent noted that Kendall Jenner, 29, and Zendaya, 30, were both spotted in London, with the latter wearing Christian Louboutin stilettos, drawing comparisons to her mother, Cindy Crawford, and her 24-year-old model sister, Kaia Gerber.
‘She looks like she’s old enough to be on one of those The Real Housewives of ____ shows,’ commented one observer, highlighting the age discrepancy. Zendaya, who gained prominence at 14 on the Disney series Shake It Up, responded to the criticism by asserting, ‘I think I do have wisdom to offer,’ as reported by Elle.
Kaia Gerber, the daughter of Cindy Crawford, has also been met with similar criticism for her mature appearance. The Independent noted that comparisons to her mother have accumulated, with the model often being seen as presenting far older than her 24 years.
Similar to Gerber, Kendall Jenner and Zendaya are among stars who are often seen as presenting older than their actual ages. The Independent pointed out that women have long faced pressure to act beyond their years, both publicly and privately, and any visual hint of this sophistication is fair game for criticism and ridicule.
Meanwhile, Florence Pugh, 30, and Kylie Jenner, 29, are also among stars who are often seen as presenting older than they are. The criticism extends beyond just the fashion choices of these models, reflecting a broader societal expectation that young women should maintain a youthful appearance, regardless of their age.
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- And it’s mostly the young women who’ve adopted this aesthetic who attract the same criticism as Gerber, including Kendall Jenner, who was spotted out in London in a Bottega Veneta midi dress alongside boyfriend Jacob Elordi, and Zendaya, who’s grown synonymous with the Christian Louboutin So Kate stilettos throughout her 20s.
- As such, the fact that I’m the same age as a model like Kendall Jenner simply does not compute in my brain.
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- The Independentlink