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Ashley Paige: Bikini or Bust

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Ashley Paige, Where to watch: TLC)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Reality show follows designer's life overhaul.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 12 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Lots of mixed messages. On one hand, Paige whines a lot, avoids responsibility, and can be very self-defeating. And her mom is constantly trying to soothe her with food. But her mom also encourages Paige and says she's proud of her. And Paige is, in fact, trying to get herself out of her mess, listening to advice and even taking it.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Several models and customers are shown wearing bikinis, but it's an issue of fashion, not sexiness.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Paige's business name is prominently displayed, as are the names of several other local businesses -- but it's mostly for the purpose of identifying locations.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some references to drinking, but viewers don't see anyone actually doing so.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Ashley Paige: Bikini or Bust

Parents need to know that, in some respects, swimsuit designer Ashley Paige provides one heck of a bad example of how to destroy your own business. While she acknowledges that she's not good at money, she also perpetuates her problems by avoiding them (ignoring bills, etc.). Paige practices a form of New Age spirituality that includes Tarot cards and séances. Also, because she makes high-end bikinis, viewers see lots of gorgeous women in skimpy swimsuits, but it's more about fashion than sexuality. Kids may not be totally engaged by the topic, but there's not much age-inappropriate content here if they do tune in.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about whether shows like this really reflect reality. Many of the interview segments seem to have taken place well after the events we see -- how do you think that affects what the interviewees say and remember? Do you think reality show participants are coached on what to say? Why would producers want to do that? Also, how do you think having a camera around affects how people act?

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