Why Men Are More Talented At Design Than Women

In Stephen Mays’ essay “What about Gender Roles in Same-sex Relationships?” published in They Say I Say, the author discusses how people often assign gender roles automatically, even with gay and lesbian couples. Mays stresses the concept of femininity and masculinity, and also shows the difference in their roles, supports them with vivid imagery, and gives a rare example of gay male preferences, all while using the correct diction when referring to personal experiences. Although the author reiterates gender roles and their effect on same-sex relationships, he gives clear examples that support the idea of masculine or feminine qualities.

Though fashion is considered to be very relevant to women, there are also many women who are against fashion, finding it to be “oppressive” and damaging to their gender (Hollows 139).

Stephen Mays writes an article,” What about Gender Roles in Same-Sex Relationships?” Mays explains how he overheard a conversation between two friends. The friends are gossiping about two gay guys that are walking ahead of them on the sidewalk. One of them ask “Who do you think is the girl in the relationship?” Mays said “ I couldn’t help but to frown at the girl and shake my head”(718). He did not agree with this question, he believes they are both men. I believe the two girls ask a question that most people want to know when they see two gay men.I recently was on a traveling page and a group of guys took a picture together. A lot of people were commenting on this post. Most of the comments were asking why aren 't there any women in

The larger group was Dominated by all males, which is another thing I didn’t expect. You would think that the group would have at least one or two females in it, statistically speaking. The smaller group was female dominated with two females and a single male in it. I observed the male and he didn’t seem to follow his gender role4. This made me think because I have a gay friend and homosexual men seem to familiarize with females more easily than heterosexual males. Also I noticed a trend that most gay men spent most of their time being raised by their mother with a more distant or even non-existent father figure. It is probably not fair to make assumptions about the lone male in the group, but I’m assuming he fits in this stereotype5. The other thing I noticed about this group is that they all seemed to be equal; there wasn’t one that put themselves before the others.

Let people not overlook that homosexuals both male and female face the same struggles when it comes to being respected in the field. After “coming out” they are almost alienated from the life that they may have known before. They lose all respect from people they previously considered to be friends. Leaving them alone in what was already a battle.

Throughout the 1920s through the 1950s Women’s clothing in America was affected by World War II, which lead to the exploration of different styles, the encounter of new trends and the exchange of ideas and new styles.

Throughout this assignment I will be carrying out an in-depth case study of Stylist magazine. This will encompass a detailed analysis of the key aspects of the fashion publication; covering its history, target audience and ownership to ABC figures and competitors.

By looking at the authors, editors and publishing companies credentials it would be appropriate to come to the conclusion that this source is an expert source. Sara Pendergast is an author who has focused her life on writing informational book on many different topics in history. Sara along with Tom completed this volume of Fashion, Costume, and Culture along with four other volumes each focusing on a different time period and region of the world. Along with this book Sara has helped to write the Encyclopedia of Fashion and International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers. Tom Pendergast has a background much like Sara’s, he has focused his studies on history of the world as he was a contributor in Middle East Conflicts, The Sixties in America, and World War I reference. The final main

Males were the founders of cheerleading in the 1890’s. One stereotype is that all male cheerleaders like the same sex. Not all males that cheer like the same sex. There are some males that like the same sex but not every single one cheers. Barbie's male partner, Ken, is a muscular, preppy boy. Society believes that males that have these characteristics are gay. Also, people think that the males are afraid to play in the game they are cheering for. Many generalizations are made that gay males are not athletic.

The media tends to depict these intersectional friendships generally as gay men and straight women that are the best of friends who go shopping and clubbing together. Though this gender norm was common within the study, there are still other friendships that are regularly overlooked. The

In S. Mays article, what about gender roles in same-sex relationships, published by Norton, Mays discusses same-sex relationships, and why no one is considered the girl in the relationship. More male gay couples are stereotyped about their identity then same-sex female relationships. This is simply because the roles a man does makes him look feminine. The life of typical same-sex relationships is characterized by appearance, masculinity and femininity.

GSAs, Gay-Straight Alliances, although having being present in the United States since the introduction of the first Alliance in 1998 in Massachusetts (McCormick, Schmidt, Clifton, 2015), are a relatively new topic of research. Moreover, although previous research has been focused on the collective

Fashion is a form of expression and with its ever changing ideas and trends it explores and creates an array of identities. As Bennett, A. (2005) states “Fashion…provides individuals with a key means through which to manage their identities in the context of everyday life”. I wish to explore how fashion has developed to which identities can be created by oneself and what is around in everyday life and culture that may influence choice in dress. Is fashion a form of agency or structure? I will continue these ideas around gender and in particular fashion photography and how in which gender is represented within the popular mainstream media. Looking at if fashion photography plays a role in challenging gender roles, and therefore creating new ideologies of identity. Or, does fashion photography intertwine with the rest of media in its representation and stereotyping of both genders? Helmut Newton will be used as a case study and the interpretation of his work. This study will also look at the theory behind androgyny and continuing by also looking at dandyism and if these concepts are being constantly played with in the fashion media.

The Years between the 1950’s and 1960’s was an explosive time in fashion. The 50’s represented an out coming of the new generation. People began to gain their own personal style and appearance, influenced by films and singers (“Vintage Fashion”). Their styles incorporated leather, jeans, corduroy, and the ballet shoes for the girls. Men’s wear began to drastically change. Men would wear a leather jacket, with jeans that narrowed at the bottom, and a simple t-shirt (Peacock 210-211). This was the first time in history that jeans were not just worn by the working class but by all men (“Brief History”). The man’s lust for flesh grew during this time, so women’s skirts began to get shorter and the bikini was invented. Clothes were made to glorify the female body and emphasize every curve. It wasn’t until the Barbie doll was created in the late 50’s that young girls began to have a separate fashion from their mothers. Young girls would wear sweaters with full skirts or pants

Many talented individuals are attracted to careers as designers. Those with little or no education, as