Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Makeover trials mix fashion advice with peer feedback.
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Why Age 13+?
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Style by Jury
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What's the Story?
STYLE BY JURY features folks being brought to trial over their lack of fashion sense and having their looks judged by a jury of their peers. Each episode features a fashion-impaired individual nominated by a loved one for a style makeover. When brought into the "style courtroom" to discuss her looks, she's unknowingly being judged by six strangers sitting behind a double-sided mirror. After their first impressions are revealed, hosts Preston Konrad and Louise Roe help guide the nominee towards styles and colors that look good while reflecting who she is inside. Following a head-to-toe makeover, she faces a new jury that's unaware of any fashion changes she's made to hear what they have to say.
Is It Any Good?
From moms who stopped dressing up after they had kids, to students trying too hard to create a unique style, the series highlights the various ways women fail to look as good as they can while feeling comfortable with what they are wearing. It also highlights many of the fashion tricks and tips used to choose the styles that suit them.
It's mean to be positive, but the jury's comments aren't always easy to hear, especially when they border on being insulting. However, they're offered within the context of demonstrating how your style impacts people's first impressions. Despite the uncomfortable moments, up-and-coming fashionistas will probably appreciate the hosts' expertise and the transformations that occur.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance people place on looks and fashion. Makeover reality shows like this one claim that women can live better by looking better? Is this a positive message? It's important to make a good first impression, but when does focusing on fashion go too far?
Would you consider a career in fashion? Why or why not?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 24, 2004
- Cast : Preston Konrad , Louise Roe
- Network : TLC
- Genre : Reality TV
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 18, 2022
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