Victoria Secret Fashion Sociology

All of my roommates and I sat down in the living room to watch the Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2017. As typical women, we observed and criticized every single model walking down the runway as if we were better than them in any way. We also laugh uncontrollably when one of them fell on stage, as if we could easily walk in six-inch heels with heavy wings on our back like it was a piece of cake. However, we all get upset if someone dares to criticize our image, because we all are so called “feminists” and support all female rights.

Later on, one of my friends saw my Snapchat story and texted me: “Stop watching that show now. The concept of it shameful and how they objectify women.” My reply was: “I’m not buying anything, just watching.” As …show more content…
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