Independence became a sign of strength among women that they sought to keep. The style of the “flapper,” a young woman who lived outside of the socials norms, became a common conception of the young American women. The typical flapper would wear clothing that minimized the female form. She would also take part in activities that were once characterized as unladylike, such as smoking, drinking, and wearing heavy makeup. Although the majority of women didn’t live like the traditional flapper, many were inspired by her independence. Many women explored their independence during their college years, but they ultimately went back to the traditional lifestyle once they became married. However, the concept of divorce was becoming more common as well, nearly doubling during this era. Women no longer accepted undesirable arrangements with their husbands. Overall, the female image became more assertive during the
Independence became a sign of strength among women that they sought to keep. The style of the “flapper,” a young woman who lived outside of the socials norms, became a common conception of the young American women. The typical flapper would wear clothing that minimized the female form. She would also take part in activities that were once characterized as unladylike, such as smoking, drinking, and wearing heavy makeup. Although the majority of women didn’t live like the traditional flapper, many were inspired by her independence. Many women explored their independence during their college years, but they ultimately went back to the traditional lifestyle once they became married. However, the concept of divorce was becoming more common as well, nearly doubling during this era. Women no longer accepted undesirable arrangements with their husbands. Overall, the female image became more assertive during the