Woman wearing the trousers
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Woman wearing the trousers
" What material would you like for your trousers, Sir?" " Oh! The same as my Wife s." !! A comment on a strong woman, most definitely wearing the trousers in this relationship. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 11582279
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bolt Bolts Cloth Confusion Counter Dominant Draper Drapers Drapery Emancipation Fabric Material Relationship Role Roles Selling Sexes Stern Tailor Tailoring Textile Textiles Trousers Domineering Rights
What material would you like for your trousers, Sir?
EDITORS COMMENTS
"Oh! The same as my Wife's." This intriguing photograph captures a moment in time from circa 1910, showcasing a strong and confident woman boldly wearing the trousers in her relationship. The scene takes place in a drapery store, where the woman, dressed in a stylish blouse and an elegant hat, engages with a customer at the counter. The man, seemingly taken aback by her unexpected choice of trousers for his purchase, looks to her for guidance. The image is a poignant commentary on the changing roles of women during the early 20th century, as they began to challenge traditional gender norms and assert their independence. The woman's dominant and domineering demeanor, coupled with her confident handling of the fabric bolts, underscores her newfound authority and control in this relationship. The drapery store setting adds an additional layer of significance to the photograph. Historically, draperies and textiles were associated with the feminine domain, as women were often responsible for the selection and purchase of fabrics for their households. However, in this scene, the woman has taken on the role of the draper, traditionally a male occupation. The confusion and surprise on the man's face illustrate the social upheaval that accompanied the shifting roles of the sexes. The photograph's composition, with the woman's hand resting on her hip and her stern expression, further emphasizes her dominance and self-assuredness. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the significant strides women made in the fight for their rights and the gradual erosion of traditional gender roles during the early 20th century.
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