Ep 6. This Year's Model

Daria season 1 episode 6, titled "This Year's Model," follows the story of Daria Morgendorffer, a high school student who is known for her sarcastic and apathetic attitude. In this episode, Daria and her best friend Jane are chosen by a prestigious fashion designer, Val, to model her latest clothing line in a fashion show. Daria is hesitant at first, but Jane convinces her to give it a try.

Daria and Jane soon realize that they are not the only two models in the fashion show, as the other participants are all popular and attractive students from their school. As Daria and Jane struggle to fit into the glamorous world of modeling, they begin to question their own values and whether or not they truly belong in this world.

Throughout the episode, Daria and Jane are constantly ridiculed by their fellow models and the fashion industry for not conforming to society's expectations of beauty. However, as Daria spends more time with Val, she begins to see that the fashion industry is not as glamorous as it seems. While modeling, Daria also comes to realize that her sarcastic and apathetic attitude is not just a defense mechanism, but a part of her true personality.

The episode continues to explore themes of self-acceptance and societal pressures on body image. Daria's journey throughout "This Year's Model" is a relatable and important one for viewers, highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself in a world that often values conformity and shallow beauty standards.

Overall, "This Year's Model" is a standout episode in the first season of Daria. It remains a fan favorite due to its insightful commentary on the fashion industry and its portrayal of relatable teenage struggles with body image and societal pressures.