Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Unrealistic Beauty Standards...and a Contest!

I'm personally responsible for the eating disorders and low self-esteem of thousands of men, incapable of attaining the unrealistic beauty standards I inflict upon them.

Before:


After:


For those unaware, this is Darren Hayes, a London-based Australian musician, former lead-singer of Savage Garden. In most pictures, he is unspeakably delicious looking, so the unflattering picture I started with was a bit bizarre. But, he isn't the only incredibly attractive man to be done a horrible disservice by an ugly, ugly picture.

Yes, I am, of course, speaking of Brandon Flowers. I just don't believe I have the skills to do anything about that monstrosity from NME, but I bet one of you does. And, in an attempt to beautify the world beyond reasonable expectations, Parthenogenetic is going to have a contest.

The Contest:
  1. You must use this picture. It can be added to, but the original picture must be identifiable.
  2. Send all entries in .jpg format to ohgodmaketheuglystop@hotmail.com. Deadline is May 15, 2008.
  3. Entries will be judged by popular vote right here. The picture with the most votes will win. Voting will be from May 16-May 26, with the winner announced on May 27.
  4. The winner will receive his or her choice of t-shirt, some buttons, and bragging rights for having made the world a slightly prettier place.
Good luck!

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