I believe the concept of hegemonic masculinity is the best way to explain why modern women still choose to change their last name when they get married. Hegemonic masculinity “is the complete dominance of a group of people, a type of power so complete that is goes unnoticed by the people who are dominated” (Conley 287). Another definition is “the condition in which men are dominant and privileged and this dominance and privilege is invisible” (Conley 287).
The practice of a woman changing her name when she gets married has become a tradition, with many women doing it, but never fully understanding why they are doing it or why the practice exists. I’ve actually asked several women throughout my life (friends, family, etc.) why they decided
The practice of a woman changing her name when she gets married has become a tradition, with many women doing it, but never fully understanding why they are doing it or why the practice exists. I’ve actually asked several women throughout my life (friends, family, etc.) why they decided