masculinity
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Harry Styles’ vogue cover triggers the vocalisation of people’s opinions on masculinity
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Adorned in a glorious Gucci ball gown and jacket, Harry Styles has graced Vogue’s December cover. Styles is the first-ever solo male to appear on the American magazine’s cover in its 127-year history, marking a significant milestone for the fashion publication. The styling choices of this photoshoot, which featured an eclectic mix of couture skirts,…
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Talkin’ man-to-man: Why men fail to communicate
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To me, the ability to communicate is the strongest asset a man could carry. But I didn’t always see it that way. Growing up within the traditional structure of masculinity, emotional expression and manliness often didn’t go hand-in-hand. Explaining what’s on my mind didn’t fit the system. Expressing my troubles vocally wasn’t a conceivable solution.…
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Our Dark Knight in shining armour
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How do we define a hero, besides a mask and a cape? Prior to watching The Lego Batman Movie, I watched The Dark Knight trilogy. That series made me realize just how much I idolize Batman and what the caped crusader and the superhero phenomenon mean to me. Now, when we think of vigilantism, many…
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