Sexuality in this capitalist form is also political, as groups have protested against the overt objectification of women (Gilbert, 2010). Gayle Rubin (1993) created six …show more content…
While the model in the picture may seem like a woman of loose morals, she is also demonstrating that it is possible to show off sexuality. By being a symbol for others to follow, this image of being sexually deviant is in fact desirable for girls who struggle with the display of their own sexuality. The very nature of this image appearing in magazines, on the internet, and on billboards tells women that it is okay to be sexual. Thus, even though society creates a hierarchy telling women to suppress sexual urges so they may be viewed in a positive manner, this advertisement is reassuring the same women that they are not alone with their desires and that outwardly showing a bit of sexuality is in fact