The not so discreet objects of desire
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The murder of fashion designer Gianni Versace has prompted grief reactions in the fashion world which could be regarded as rather extreme. His death has highlighted widespread confusion about the relationship of fashion to the rest of the world. Reactions have been confused, with some observers hailing him as emphasizing sexual availability as a source of power for women and others interpreting his designs as being inspired by the prostitutes he saw in his childhood. His clothes were essentially sexually conservative, as they made women into objects, rather than subjects.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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The most misogynistic film ever - or just a visceral slice of real life?
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The film 'In The Company of Men,' in which two men set out to deliberately hurt somebody, is both brutal and intriguing. It looks at the relationships between men and women, but is just as much a film about work. Some observers have denounced it as a misogynistic film, but in fact its core message is the refusal to offer any hope of redemption to the main characters. The patterns of behaviour in the film are very alarming, but will be recognizable to all women.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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No nipples, but her legs go on for ever
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Many parents feel guilty about allowing their daughters to play with Barbie dolls, as they feel that it the world of the Barbie doll is extremely unrealistic. This is indeed the case, with Barbie appearing to have an idyllic lifestyle and no problems at all. Barbie's world emphasises an idealised view of femininity while also denying its reality. However, most girls will eventually grow out of Barbies naturally without having been damaged psychologically.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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