The article explores the concept of 'pretty privilege,' where attractive individuals receive preferential treatment in various social contexts. BuzzFeed invited readers to share their personal experiences with pretty privilege, revealing that the phenomenon heavily influences opportunities, social interactions, and perceptions. The 14 stories documented illustrate the hurtful effects of this bias, ranging from social exclusion to unfair treatment in professional and educational settings. Many narratives highlight stark examples of how attractiveness plays a significant role in one's value in society, impacting relationships and self-esteem.
I've seen the pretty privilege with students, so it definitely starts young. An 'attractive' girl or guy will wear the same outfit as someone not as 'attractive' and the reactions from other teachers can be disparaging.
I've gone on several nights out where men will fall over themselves to buy my thin, pretty friends a drink while not even saying 'hello' to me.
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