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Sexy Girls, Sexual Boys…
…and it starts so early. I’ve posted several items in the last few weeks exploring the early sexualization of younger and younger girls from heels for infants to stripper poles and “virgin” waxing....
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More sexy girls…ugh!
On September 11 and September 24, I wrote about the gender socialization of young boys and girls, specifically the construction of sexuality. One of my students turned this advertisement for House of...
View ArticlePETA and the Superbowl
PETA’s sexy veggie ad has been banned from the Superbowl, sparking controversial debate on both sides: NBC states: “depicts a level of sexuality exceeding our standards” Says a PETA rep: “PETA’s veggie...
View ArticleDid you forget you're a role model, Katy Perry?
Katy Perry is at the top of the pop star game with her latest single California Gurls currently at #1. As it turns out, if you have a catchy tune no one really questions or cares about the lyrics...
View ArticleWhy American Apparel Sucks
Interview: Jennifer Berger on About Face and American Apparel Originally posted at Feminist Frequency. Cross-posted with permission. For full post, related articles and transcript, click here....
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"Pretty" is not enough!
It was only a matter of time before the younger half-sister of the Kardashian clan, Kendall Jenner, joined in on the money making fun and modeled for a bikini photo shoot. Kim posted the photos on...
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Just What Every Toddler Needs to go With Those Heels: Skinny Jeans!
As if high heels, padded kiddie bikinis, thong underwear, stripper poles, and denim diapers weren’t enough, parents are now able to buy their toddler their own pair of skinny jeans. Skinny jeans are...
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An Open Letter to TLC: Cancel Toddlers & Tiaras
Originally written for Pigtail Pals- Redefine Girly by Melissa Wardy. Cross-posted with permission. Recent beauty pageant contestant. She is two years old. Dear Producers of Toddlers & Tiaras, TLC,...
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The Princess and the (Downward-Facing) Dog
Originally posted at Elephant Journal. Can Yoga Combat the Limitations of the Princess Brigade? Yogini and New York Times best-selling author of Cinderella Ate My Daughter, Peggy Orenstein, thinks so....
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