Little John: 'Let's face it - you've got to be a man to wear tights!'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A character suggests wearing tights requires masculinity.
- In plain terms
- Only a man can pull off wearing tights.
- What can you take from it?
- Clothing choices can challenge gender norms.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who decides what men wear?
- Why is tights controversial?
Another view
It reinforces rigid gender stereotypes.
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