Skinny Ladyboys Link

The following research brief synthesizes current academic and sociological findings regarding "ladyboys" (typically kathoey in Thai context), with a specific focus on body image and the sociocultural significance of the "slim" or "skinny" aesthetic within this community.

: A slim lateral profile is highly favored among many transwomen in Thailand, with research showing a strong preference for a specific waist-to-hip ratio (0.65 to 0.70). This aesthetic is often tied to the "problematic thin-ideal," where many individuals strive for a BMI below 18.5 to achieve a more traditionally "feminine" look. skinny ladyboys

The term "ladyboy" is an English translation of complex local identities. skinny ladyboys