In the seventeenth century,Rubenesque women were considered beauties because when food was scarce,a plump woman was a sign of good health,wealth,and attractiveness.What was the catalyst that made food plentiful and changed the standard of beauty for women?

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Industrialization led to advancements in agriculture and transportation, which made food more plentiful and accessible. This abundance of food led to a shift in the standard of beauty, with thinner and more toned bodies becoming idealized.

In the Seventeenth Century,Rubenesque Women Were Considered Beauties Because When