Aphrodite-Baubo Archetypes
Challenge Fashion Stereotypes
Her story: The archetypes of Aprhodite and Baubo together represent the cycles of a woman's sexuality throughout life. Aphrodite is the youthful goddess of love. Baubo is the older woman, still sensual, who laughs through the tears of life's travails.
Few women can retain a siren image after a certain age. Mae West, one of the first blond bombshells, tried. She ended up a parody of herself at 80 in the 1970 film, Myra Breckinridge.Baubo, who represents laughter, shows us the way to embody sensuality timelessly. This figure from Greek myth tried to cheer up Demeter when she pined for her daughter who had joined Hades in the Underworld. Baubo represents a natural transition from youthful siren to the wry earthy laugh, frank sexuality, and wisdom of the woman who has seen everything. She is represented by the post-menopausal woman who turns to belly-dancing, according to Jean Bolen (Goddesses in Every Woman).
Joyous Sexuality
Baubo does not need to play games like a younger woman vying for a man’s attention; she is always herself, enjoying life and her sexuality. She flirts shamelessly when in the mood with a younger man on an airplane, then walks away, expecting nothing more than a pleasant time. A minor player in Greek mythology, her archetypal energy is an emergent pattern for the Boomer generation that participated in the sexual liberation of U.S. society. Fashion archetype: I see Baubo in the well-kempt South American women of a certain age. They dress fearlessly and stylishly. They are unafraid of color, décolleté, sequins and gold, high heels, and the latest fashions. They pull it off with panache. They embody the saying, If you’ve got it, flaunt it. They ooze sexuality, self-care, and self-esteem.
Bright Colors Express Inner Life
Bawdy Baubo is the life of the party, a matchmaker and a bit of gossip. She may take up ballroom dancing at 70 and be the belle of the ball. She has a gift for lightening the mood in any room of people. Baubo puts on makeup and does her hair to go to the supermarket. Tailored slacks, a sweater or ribbed cotton shirt, and casual dress pumps with two-inch heels do nicely. Baubo’s challenge is flaunting her sexuality without looking cheap. It’s time to stop borrowing your teenage daughter’s clothes. Instead, let this saucy archetype teach you how to dress with sophisticated playfulness. Go shopping for a swirling full skirt, a Lycra bodice with draped front, gold hoop earrings, and dancing shoes. Don’t forget a bit of glitter in your hair, if it is a special occasion.
Fashion for an Unrepentant Romantic
Or a Tasteful Red-Hot Mama
What Would an Older Aphrodite or Authentic Baubo Wear?
If chic, fashionable, and romantic Aphrodite/Baubo is your fashion archetype, you may be interested in a
romantic blouse
, or
wrap dresses.
Bright colors also appeal to this fun-loving fashion archetype. Don't miss out on this collection of
hot pink and the color coral clothing
and fashion accessories. And every red-hot mama knows there is nothing like a
red dress
if you're going out tonight or this weekend.
Bright yellow
offers a sunny touch as a belt, shoes, or handbag. It complements the coming powerhouse neutral, charcoal gray. Find a selection of
charcoal sweaters.
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