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And choice feminism turned it into a matter of individuality rather than systemic issues, while also making it essentially forbidden to critique anything and positioning any criticism as an act of internalized misogyny. As a society we also take for granted the rights women gained (not even that long ago!), and dismiss the ways less privileged women are still exploited. And when feminism became associated with âsexual empowermentâ that ultimately serves the male gaze (ex free the nipple), we reinforced the societal value of beneficial sexism, and feminism had to be sexy. Pop feminism is no longer a materialist ideology. This has all led us to the current Evie Magazine right wing trad-wife backlashâŠ
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Iâm trying to pinpoint what is making me so uncomfortable about the discourse around modest dressing. The common thought is that modesty is an indicator of rising conservatism, but right now, I see the trends as a correlation that does not imply causation.  A lot of the current modest silhouettes started in queer, leftist spaces. I remember the rise of âcottage coreâ around 2020 was largely led by lesbians. Women in flowy milkmaid dresses foraging for herbs and berries in a hazy forest. It felt like a movement reclaiming the femininity of mother nature after enduring so much masculine energy from the political onslaught being fed to us. On the opposite end of the spectrum, the menswear trend can also be attributed to queer women. Itâs inherently liberal for a woman to wear menâs clothing.
Maybe itâs a case of intention vs impact. Or of Kristin Stewart vs Chanel.Â
I also have opinions on how this general rise in conservatism is a response to the constant overstimulation of American society. People are resorting to an âevery man for themselvesâ rhetoric, sacrificing empathy for comfort. This has translated into the trad-wife idolization. Whatâs more comfortable than being a trophy wife. I understand that fashion reflects the political climate, so I see whatâs happening. I only wish there was more nuance to the discussion. Modesty is not inherently red.Â
Maybe itâs a case of intention vs impact. Or of Kristin Stewart vs Chanel.Â
I also have opinions on how this general rise in conservatism is a response to the constant overstimulation of American society. People are resorting to an âevery man for themselvesâ rhetoric, sacrificing empathy for comfort. This has translated into the trad-wife idolization. Whatâs more comfortable than being a trophy wife. I understand that fashion reflects the political climate, so I see whatâs happening. I only wish there was more nuance to the discussion. Modesty is not inherently red.Â
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đ«Nothing new if youâre into feminist discourse but has some funny moments and interest points
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đThis book blends conversation on feminism within the context of other social issues and gives insight into feminist philosophy whilst also serving as analysis for the dominant paradigms in feminist debate, such as which women are centered in the critique and analysis of gender, sexuality etc in society
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It lends a reflective and wistful tone to written communications imoâŠ
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My dad teases me about how when I was a little kid, my favorite thing to do when I was on the landline phone with somebodyâbe it a relative or one of my best friendsâwas to breathlessly describe the things that were in my bedroom so that they could have a mental picture of everything I loved and chose to surround myself with, and where I sat at that moment in time. Perfectly Imperfect reminds me of that so thanks for always listening and for sharing with me too đ
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