While I love that For Better or For Worse was written by a woman who had no trouble discussing the positive aspects of the women’s movement in her comic strip, the punchline is a little dated.
It depends on a stereotype that women in the women’s movement are unconcerned with their appearance; and if Elly is concerned about her appearance, this calls into question her commitment to the movement.
When this comic strip came out in 1989, I remember experiencing this kind of frustration with feminism too; so I know where Lynn Johnston was coming from.
The second wave of feminism made great strides in the 1960s and 70s, and yet they were saddled with the stereotype that feminists were unattractive and not interested in dressing well. The third wave of feminism kicked off in the early 1990s, just a few years after this comic strip was published, and that image stereotype was one of the first issues that was addressed. Third-wave feminism dismissed any restriction, either patriarchal or second-wave feminist, to define how women should dress
John T. Molloy wrote “Dress for Success” and “The Woman’s Dress for Success” He was a clothing consultant and his recommendations are based on research. Very interesting reading. He even tells you what to wear to court. The book is relevant even for today’s world.
The second wave of feminism made great strides in the 1960s and 70s, and yet they were saddled with the stereotype that feminists were unattractive and not interested in dressing well. @howtheduck
That stereotype was promulgated by Right Wing men and women, mostly men who hated the unchristian idea of women doing things that men can do like lead.
howtheduck almost 6 years ago
While I love that For Better or For Worse was written by a woman who had no trouble discussing the positive aspects of the women’s movement in her comic strip, the punchline is a little dated.
It depends on a stereotype that women in the women’s movement are unconcerned with their appearance; and if Elly is concerned about her appearance, this calls into question her commitment to the movement.
When this comic strip came out in 1989, I remember experiencing this kind of frustration with feminism too; so I know where Lynn Johnston was coming from.
The second wave of feminism made great strides in the 1960s and 70s, and yet they were saddled with the stereotype that feminists were unattractive and not interested in dressing well. The third wave of feminism kicked off in the early 1990s, just a few years after this comic strip was published, and that image stereotype was one of the first issues that was addressed. Third-wave feminism dismissed any restriction, either patriarchal or second-wave feminist, to define how women should dress
Macushlalondra almost 6 years ago
I would wear a power suit. Dress like a lawyer. Wear a nice blouse with a jacket and skirt.
JD'Huntsville'AL almost 6 years ago
Just watch “Matlock” and wear what Charlene Matlock wore to court. (I love Linda Purl!)
x_Tech almost 6 years ago
What she wears depends on what she’s going to say and how she going to say it.
And vice versa.
LeeCox almost 6 years ago
The rule of thumb that we always taught our clients is to dress for court the way they’d dress for a job interview.
Carl Rennhack Premium Member almost 6 years ago
How about stripes, Elly? You’ll need them where YOU’RE going!
8ec23d5228da33aa2115003c92d0fe83 almost 6 years ago
John T. Molloy wrote “Dress for Success” and “The Woman’s Dress for Success” He was a clothing consultant and his recommendations are based on research. Very interesting reading. He even tells you what to wear to court. The book is relevant even for today’s world.
bepapa almost 6 years ago
I recommend a PINK PANT SUIT.
Christine Morgan Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Clothes are always a good choice! ;-)
Asharah almost 6 years ago
Wear a conservative dress, moderate heels and put your hair up.
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] almost 6 years ago
The second wave of feminism made great strides in the 1960s and 70s, and yet they were saddled with the stereotype that feminists were unattractive and not interested in dressing well. @howtheduck
That stereotype was promulgated by Right Wing men and women, mostly men who hated the unchristian idea of women doing things that men can do like lead.
Johnny Q Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Not like Ally McBeal!