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Femininity Knowledge Base

Femininity? I read that men find femininity in a woman most appealing. Is this true? if so, why? What else is important?

What does the concept of femininity and masculinity mean to you from a philosophical perspective? The usual complement of masculinity is femininity and vica versa. What does this mean to you in your life or based on a philosphical so not biological view point? Thanks

What is the opposite of hegemonic masculinity in terms of the dominant femininity? I'm confussed as to what opposses hegemonic masculinity, obviously I know it's femininity, but what kind? Because it can't be hegemonic femininity, as femininity isn't the dominant position. Any help regarding the correct term would be great. Thanks guys No... not adjunct that's a more general term implying the second binary. I'm looking for a very specific term... I've heard it before but I'm completlet blank!

What do you think of when you hear the words masculinity and femininity? For my homework I need 10 peoples definition and ideas of what masculinity and femininity is. Like how would you define the two words and what do you think of when you hear them. If possible I would appreciate it if you could leave your age and sex too. Any help is greatly appreciated thank you.

How do you relate with the symbol of femininity? How do you relate with the symbol of femininity? ♀ ♀ ♀ ♀ ♀ Please indicate if you're a man or woman if it's not obvious. The more in-depth, the better! Thanks in advance.

What is the opposite of hegemic masculinity in terms of femininity? I'm confussed as to what opposses hegemonic masculinity, obviously I know it's femininity, but what kind? Because it can't be hegemonic femininity, as femininity isn't the dominant position. Any help regarding the correct term would be great. Thanks guys No... not matriarchy, that's more ideological. I mean the dominant femininity. But that was close and thanks anyway. 'hegemonic female' is close, but that mostly refers to the ideals that females have of themselves, i'm actually looking for a more discursive term,

What is something that embodies both femininity and strength? What is something (symbol, etc. [not people]) that embodies both femininity/beauty and strength? Please include pictures and/or links *A general question of curiosity

Politics and Femininity, Are the sisters of the Traveling Pantsuits anti feminist? I saw a Rally with them recently and they look more like men in disguise to me! Like as in totally unattractive, and not the least bit feminine! So why are they calling Sarah an anti feminist? When she is the living embodiment of femininity? what do lesbians have to do with femininity, they are so not feminine, and they should not get married either!

Are all female Olympic athletes required to have a certificate of femininity? Do they just test the ones with their femininity in question?

Why do we value one form of femininity over another? I'm so confused trying to find an answer to this question that I have to resort to asking all of you for help. Why is one form of femininity more attractive? Many female are always striving to be perfect, to buy the latest fashion, to accentuate ones beauty with make-up. People don't really pay attention to the plain Jane. It can be our ideology of what a woman should ideally be like; but why does the ideal woman have to look and behave this way versus another way? Also, who has the power to decide that this woman is the ideal woman? I'm so confused!

What would Comment on the construction of femininity and/or masculinity in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.? Comment on the construction of femininity and/or masculinity in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.

why women use femininity instead of abilities in getting jobs? In our country although a muslim one A trend had started where the femininity of working women as well references are used to get a good job.The working women had become a modal. Either Organizations do not have the capacity to gage or asses the talents or they do not need talented people.

Do girls/women find femininity a positive identity to aspire to? Could it be that femininity is a positive standard or might it be an implacable standard that we can never hope to meet. The not-thin-enough or not-pretty-enough or not-talented enough or even the not-smart-enough endeavour. Or, is it a powerful esthetic based in our recognition of powerlessness.

Is femininity inherent or is it about security in yourself? When I dance with my show choir group I feel disgusting and unfeminine. Is this because I lack femininity or because of an insecurity in myself that will take years to solve and can't be fixed in the two weeks before the show? Either way I feel hopeless for ever looking lie a girl when I dance, so I guess I just want to know what I'm failing at.

What is your personal definition of femininity? I am doing an art project based around the word 'femininity' but having trouble coming up with images or a direction to take it in. Thought it was be interesting to ask and see what your definitions of what makes a woman feminine are. :) (Wasn't sure quite where to put this..)

Can Femininity be regarded as a quality of a woman/female? I don't intend this to read as a silly question. Although I'm a man asking this question, I don't know how many women regard femininity as a quality or not, particularly in these modern times, but I'm wondering, what any ladies/females on here, think about femininity in their life, and how they regard it/aspects of it.

In the Crucible How do women exhibit ideals of womanhood and femininity? ? in the Crucible by Miller, how do these women exhibit ideals of womanhood and femininity? Are they rewarded or punished in the stories for following these social ideals from the perspective of 1) the director, 2) the viewer, 3) the narrative of the film.

Is traditional femininity popular for women anymore? My gran says that when she was young, girls wanted to be ladylike and polite and it was something that they aspired to and did classes on. Nowadays girls and women don’t seem to want to be ladylike. What has replaced femininity, politeness and elegance to be the modern ideal and what girls now want to be like? It seems like being feminine is really unpopular at the moment! Women don't seem to like feminine dressed and behaving women. Men don't seem to be attracted to feminine women either!

It is true that a clue to a woman's views of her femininity might be found in her choice of underwear? It is true that a clue to a woman's views of her femininity might be found in her choice of underwear?

What could 'femininity' be the acronym for? Where the words also fit the definition or your idea of femininity. Not just random words that happen to start with the particular letter.

Question 2 What do YOU think Femininity is? Question 2/2 I have read a lot of questions in this section re: Femininity. I am interested in your own personal definitions not the dictionary ones. What do YOU think Femininity is? How do YOU decide if an act is masculine/feminine?

What are some good books about femininity? I don't want to manipulate anyone ........ I just want to be less of a tomboy and more of a traditional girl. Femininity by the dictionary - the quality of being feminine; womanliness. That's not really very detailed!

What do YOU associate with femininity? I'm taking some last minute photos for the AP Studio Art 2D Design portfolio I'm submitting next week. My concentration is femininity, and I'd like anyone's feedback on what things they associate with the word. The connections can be obvious or obscure - some suggestions so far: earings, old rotary phones, circles, make-up, bras, mannequins, bubbles, hair brushes, tea cups, lace. I have open mind, but please nothing obscene. Any imput is much appreciated!

What is femininity to You? and is it important in a job like nursing ? is femininity behaviour and characteristic like gentle, caring, empathy to you. Please help me understand

What is the condition called when a woman maintains her outward femininity, but genetically her body is male? I learned about it in school once, but can't think of the name. The woman is unable to reproduce, but she looks completely like a woman. She is usually considered very beautiful, she's naturally thinner, and taller than average. She's supposed to have a high amount of estrogen in her system. Thanks for looking.

What are some interesting books about femininity? I have been recommended The Fascinating Girl and Fascinating Womanhood but when I checked on amazon the reviews were pretty split down the middle. With some claiming it had changed their life and others hating it. Have any of you read them and if you have would you recommend them? Are there any other books on the topic that you would recommend?

Are femininity, coquettishness and flirtatiousness different things or varying degrees of the same? Feminine. Coquettish. Flirtatious. Are they similar when used to describe someone or their behaviour? Are they good or bad ways to be seen?

How come there is no sense of femininity in German culture? Everything about German culture is over masculine, why is this? The language is too masculine, the women are masculine, they are an over labored conservative people which can be perceived as masculine.

What do you think the dark side of femininity is and why do feminists only focus on the dark side? of masculinity, is this because they think all men are evil.

Is there anything fundamentally wrong with a woman who rejects femininity for herself? Assuming it's done out of genuine dislike and not just an attempt to prove a point, as some people would think it is? DSDS: What picture are you talking about? I don't think there are any pictures of me on the site. DSDS: No, that wasn't me. That was one of the music hosts.

When Girls aloud refer to the femininity as their Biology, is that Synecdoche or Metonymy? I get the two confused. PS. Girls Aloud are an English pop group. The song in question was called Biology. It should be Girls Aloud not Girls aloud. It won't let me edit the question.

Is the biblical character Lucifer/Satan more closely associated with masculinity or femininity? For example, we could say that God is more masculine because he is always referred to as "He" and never "she", and does all kinds of violent things that only a man would do. But what about Lucifer?

Is your femininity gentle enough to wear a dress made of flowers? sewn together by the hairs that fall from your head that your suppose to collect to make the dresses with>>>>------->?

How come most woman of today lack Femininity ? It appears 9 out of 10 woman in today's society have more masculine characteristics then Feminine ones , whats your opinion on the subject .

Why is it men who are open about their femininity are less camp than matcho men? Often you see guys who are a little soft and honest with their feelings mocked for being fruits, however real fruits and women can testify, guys who are pretentious about how straight they are actually end up being the backdoor bandits. Gays and straights can you explain why that is?

How do you know if someone is treating you with delicacy because he treasures your femininity? or because he looks down you and treats you as weak and unable? I have noticed many can perceive what I consider as my womanhood being treasured by a man hence treated with more delicacy, as an insult to their strength. Where do you draw the line? Or do you draw a line at all?

How does Shakespeare present Cleopatra and Octavia as embodiments of contrasting ideals of femininity? How does Shakespeare present Cleopatra and Octavia as embodiments of contrasting ideals of femininity? Any ideas? Thanks!

Does femininity and masculinity exist, or are the merely societal constructs? I think both arguments are interesting but I tend to lean towards the former.

Is Femininity both a reward and a punishment in women's lives? Can it limit things we can and cannot do, does it get us things we want without a great deal of effort. Or does it restrict us in a home with children and limit our lives in a real way. Or does it give us a passport to do anything we want.

How to add a bit of femininity and prettiness to a man's character? I wonder if it even possible?

Why is it that a man should be ashamed of his own masculinity while women should celebrate their femininity? It seems that the feminist idea is that if a man embraces his manly traits he is a pig headed caveman. I am not talking about the outright misogamist and I know that some feminists don’t feel this way, but the far left whacko feminists usually think it is OK to celebrate woman hood and at the same time promote anti-male stereotypes. Why?

How was femininity enacted at different social levels during the seventeenth century? where can I find info?

What object represents masculinity, and what object represents femininity? I'm going to do a psychological experiment using a phallic object (male genitalia shaped), a yonic object (female shaped genitalia, a masculine object, and a female object. However, I'm having trouble with the phallic and yonic objects. Can you think of anything I might have lying around my house?

In what ways do beauty pageants promote femininity? Notice: I said femininity not feminism.

How comfortable are you with current views of masculinity and femininity? Which ones do you find restricting? Are you doing anything to change these views-either socially or personally?

Why do women appreciate there femininity as men appreciate their masculinity? Men always brag about their muslces, penis size, shoulder widths and even hairy chests but women never realy brag about how soft their skin is or about their curves or about their breast size all they brag about is how expensive cloths their cloths are.

Why do so many women fight their femininity? It is so much fun being 'girlie', and doing 'girlie' things [for want of a better word], but I see so many women who dress like men, have their hair shaved practically to their scalps [older women are really guilty of this], and because they imitate men, they walk and talk like them. I just love wearing dresses and skirts [jeans are for very casual or gardening] and lacy blouses. And having some hair on my head. What do you guys and gals think? Wow, jen. You sound and look like you hate everyone. It wasn't necessary to be rude. I just asked a question. Times haven't changed that much - women are still women - or at least some of them are lol

What is the meaning of a girls femininity? What are the secrets of the most proper girls delicateness >>>>------->?

Why do people have such issues with femininity? I like to wear pretty clothes and I am naturally feminine in how I act and speak and think. Why do people take such an issue with this and why does being feminine automatically mean that you are dumb? If I want to look and dress in a feminine way why does this make people think they have the right to criticise everything about me? Saying I am dumb or a flirt just because I make an effort to dress nicely?

What is the difference between masculinity and femininity?

Can anyone tell me why some women exaggerate their femininity? I find it to be insulting to all women when a woman demeans herself by acting incompetent. I admire all the women who have ever served in the armed forces...They are women, but know that they are also strong.

Is research into the causes of masculinity & femininity of any practical use? This isn't a flippant question. What benefits can be gained from knowing what causes someone to behave in a 'masculine' or 'feminine' way? For example, if we found there was a gene for playing with dolls how would this knowledge benefit humanity?

What is the word called that compares femininity and masculinity?

What is/are the cult(s) of femininity and masculinity? I have to analyze the cults in gendered centered magazines. Anyone know?

How do you define femininity? I asked a question a few days ago about the definition of masculinity. Most answers included independence, self control, responsibility etc. All very positive qualities. If the opposite of masculinity is femininity, what do those qualities include? Dependence, impulsivness, irresponsibility? Is being feminine about wearing a dress, batting eyelashes and gold digging? Or can it be the female CEO in the power suit? Know It All - Don't answer the question if you're just going to be obnoxious. The paranoia you exude in so many of your posts is akin to conspiracy theorists.

What is true Christian femininity? Does femininity equal weakness? What would you consider true feminine behaviours and opinions? Apparently women who are feminine in how they dress are viewed as fake. I mean the natural sort of femininity where it isn't an act or a front. How would you describe a feminine girl or woman's actions, skills and appearance? What skills would you expect a feminine woman to know?

Do most lesbians identify more with masculinity or femininity? It seems many feminist lesbians hate masculinity and maleness, does this seem strange to you if your lesbian.

Why is masculinity just a part of being a man, but femininity is what makes a woman a woman? masculinity: 1. The quality or condition of being masculine. 2. Something traditionally considered to be characteristic of a male. femininity: 1.the quality of being feminine; womanliness. 2.women collectively. 3.effeminacy.

Where do you draw the line between a woman being in touch with her femininity & one who is enslaved? by "patriarchal norms?" I have seen frequently on this forum that, what I consider as being feminine (comfortably so), can be considered as enslavement to patriarchal norms or desperate need for male acceptance. So I'm curious how you can tell the difference between the two?

Can anyone explain to me the concept of hegemonic masculinity and idealized femininity of Raewyn Conell? I need to know the relationship to subordinate masculininty and femininities and how how it connects to gender class, and sexuality. CAn anyone give me a summary of what it is about or a good website that gets dtraight to he point in answering the question. really appreciate it!! Thanx!!

can women be feminists and still maintain a level of femininity? is the use of feminiinty a sign of weakness to our demands?

What could be the reasons to write bachelor thesis on new visions of femininity in a chosen novel? The novel is "Watermelon" by Marian Keyes

How can women maintain traditional womanhood and femininity in an increasingly gender neutral society?

Do you believe in women having power over femininity when it comes to sex? For the simple fact that when she plays her cards right...she can have most any guy that will give her the time of day, correct?

Why are long nails and long eyelashes considered to be representative of Femininity?

what are some good/excellent sources that subjects about the behaviors of masculinity and femininity? uh, i dont think a movie is a good source for a essay.

Is "feminism" a misnomer since feminists pursue masculinity rather than femininity? If feminists don't pursue masculinity, then why do feminists look so masculine?

How important is a woman's femininity to a man? Do men consider it a big factor for liking/loving a woman?

How can I pull off my pixie cut while still retaining my femininity?

How much femininity is too much? When does being feminine in dress and behaviour become too extreme? Is there a cut off point when it stops being attractive? If so where is it? What sort of behaviour would make you be taken less seriously?

Which Lord of the Rings character best represents Femininity? Goldberry, Arwen,Galadriel, or Eowyn. which one best represents kindness, gentle, loving, and compassionate attitude. which one best represents kindness, gentle, loving, and compassionate attitude.

Do women want to be respected as men and in addition be respected and acknowledged for their femininity? - Yet while not necessarily being required to display the same ability as men?

Why do Canadian boys seem more in touch with their femininity than American boys? ?

Are there any prejudice quotes about Scouts femininity please? especially on the way she dresses please? please help me?

what was considered femininity during the 1940's? What was femininty based on and what is the relationship between glamour, femininity, and beauty?

When is femininity not soft but still considered feminine? What might a person do that is considered feminine that isn't something considered soft? But it still has to be considered feminine ^_~ Wow, some of these are really great! I hope more people add to the list. ^_^ To Cristy, I wanted to message you, but your message options are disabled. =( I appreciated your comments. I don't believe that femininity nor masculinity are natural in a biological sense. ^_~ I'm composing a lesson and desired feedback for it so I posted this question. Also, good observation with the repressed sexuality comment! To Fab, Before I asked this question, I was writing an article called "elusive masculinity" in which one must define femininity or masculinity in order to define the other. There is not a universally accepted definition of either one, and there is no universal experience of either. Soft, is often a word many people think of when one asks them to describe femininity. However, with both femininity and masculinity, there are vast contradictions in traits used to describe them. (like soft and childbirth ^_~) PS I would like to point out that "Feminine" IS a social behavior. ^_^

what is a good definition of idealised femininity? I have to write an essay on idealised femininity and princess diana, due tomorrow, and in the essay i need to have a definition of idealised femininity, but im stuck on how to explain it.. please help!!

Is society destroying the natural innate femininity of women? Women seem to no longer want to do what their bodies were meant to for them to do. Is it because women never were meant to do these things, or is it that society is deliberately training women to live contrary to their nature? So are women being freed to be their own persons and who they want to be for the first time in history, or are women being forced to be what they are not and pretending to enjoy it? While I'm at it, is it child abuse to raise children the opposite of their gender (who they are inside, not their physical sex)? Lets play nice. Back it with science and intelligence if you can. No knee-jerk reactions please. Is the brashness, rebellion, and fear of losing "rights" that is evidenced in some of the answers here normal inborn traits of women, or are these programmed by society? Where is the sense of duty and sense of responsibility that should come before desires and fun in ALL people? No, the burden of proof is on those answering. If you don't have that, I'd rather you not answer. Littleviv, You are the answerer, not me, so maybe you should tell me what I mean as well. I refuse to fall into this trap. There are no allegations, only a question if there is innate femininity and if society is responsible for destroying it. Since it is a question and not an attack as you allege, the burden is still on you. To Kimerley B. - The very reason that young girls are objectifying themselves is because femininity has be divorced from child-rearing and domestic responsibilities. Sexuality that is divorced from reproduction has always harmed civilization. Society has robbed girls of the very thing that gives women a sense of self-esteem, so they turn to degrading behavior to get attention because that is all that's left for them to do. In a vaccum without proper instruction in what it means to be a girl, this degrading sex-crazed nonsense is what you will get. We've stolen the special place of women and have degraded women to the place of certain men.

Is fertility and virility the same thing? Is femininity and fertility the same thing? Does a man who can’t have children become less sexy or attractive to females? I knew a beautiful woman who could NOT have kids and I would have killed my own children for a chance to mmm, get to know her (just kidding, I mean it didn’t make her unattractive.) So is fertility more important to women then men? Does the ability to have kids define manliness; or rather does the inability to have kids make a man a "worthless mate"

why do i like fancy femininity in the girls and masculinity in the guys? say if there is a group people and a guy stands out like the most masculine i am gay, if the girl overshadoes with her feminine side i am straight. why is that?

How did she pull of short hair with such femininity? Marilyn Monroe is considered the greatest sex symbol of all time. Long hair is supposedly more feminine than short hair but she had short hair!!! http://www.style.com/slideshows/standalone/beauty/icon/071206ICON/14m.jpg How does this make sense?

I need examples why masculinity and femininity labels are bad for society?

How can I further develop my femininity...? ? I've been trying to develop my femininity, and every time I try to use my fake lisp, I sound like a python... I already hold my hand in mid-air.

What are some good/excellent sources that subjects about the behaviors of masculinity and femininity? i'll just make the question more simple. what are some good sources about behaviors of females and males in society that are appropriate for a research assignment

What are the main steriotypes of masculinity and femininity? Do you know why those main steriotypes are performed in gender expressions?

Is masculinity or femininity biological or just socially constructed? In the west masculinity/ femininity are considered just social constructs with no biological basis. That is to say that anyone can be masculine or femininie just by doing certain things or not doing certain things. Masculinity/ femininity according to this point of view lie outside of us --- in the acts that we do. The east considers masculinity/ femininity to be inherent/ biological. So, a masculine person will remain masculine and a feminine person will remain feminine, irrespective of the acts. Which viewpoint do you think is true, and why?

What do you think the term "Idealized Femininity" means?

Do men prefer old fashioned femininity or modern sexy clothing? I am a collector of vintage clothing, from the 1920s-1950's, and sometimes when I am on the town doing errands I will slip on a vintage 1940's or 1930's dress, a stylish hat and a pair of dainty little gloves, sometimes if I am not in the mood to dress vintage, I will wear modern clothing which is really cute. The funny thing is when I am in modern clothing, even if it is a really cute outfit, no man has ever stopped me on the street to pay me a compliment, yet when I am wearing vintage, each time I go out, a man will stop and pay me a compliment, I also notice men make a real point of opening the door for me and going out of their way to be gentelmanly, this does not happen so much if I am dressed in modern clothing. Why is this?

Why do you think the color pink is associated with femininity? I don't understand why they put baby girls in pink blanket sand they put boys in blue blankets in the matrnity wards.

why do women in drawings, paintings, photographs, etc always show that they are offering up their femininity? I am doing research on Bergers ways of seeing and he makes a comment on how all these images seem to be more for the male audience and how they show women in a sexual way. do you agree?

What is the essence of femininity, or masculinity?

Does gender role in a Gay relationship determine your masculinity or femininity? If you are a feminin male or feminin female then do you feel you should ask women's rights. And when it comes to household chores then does the feminin male take up the role of the woman like not taking out the garbage when the masculin male is around. Who makes up the bed or for that matter does the garage work.

What does femininity mean to you? When you think of a feminine woman, how would she appear in your mind with the way she looks, dresses and acts? Is there only one way to be feminine in your opinion, or would there be a broader variety of what you consider feminine? Opinions of both men and women welcome.

Can you explain what femininity means to you? I need a quote, saying or short poem that would define femininity, womanhood, what it means to be female any suggestions very welcome

What is your definition of femininity? Is it always having your hair & nails done, wearing jewelry, cute shoes, speaking softly, using your hands while you speak, going shopping, going to "cultured" events like the ballet or the museum? Can you change your oil, change a tire, lift heavy things, like the outdoors, & stereotypically "male-oriented" activities? What is your definition of femininity & how do you fall into it on a scale of 1-5? Opinions are appreciated.

what is the concept of hegemonic femininity? in response to the first answer. so for women who are in the military, this would be a defiance of hegemonic femininity? I thought that hegemoic was a group that was dominiant over others.?

Is femininity important in nursing and wat femininity to u is to nurses? hey, this question is what my lecturer ask me and i just want to ask ur opinion. Dont have to be rude ya

My working all surrounded by man, do I have to be a tough or more femininity, to be alive? I tried being a tough and feminine, but it led me fool myself. How can I survive as a winner in my field?

Femininity , Ladies what is it to you and guys do you know what it truly is ? Seems to me most guys , do not know and unfortunately very little women do as well now days . So in your honest opinion what is it . Its hard to find a women now days that is truly feminine , i honestly see or speak to very few , who even know what it means , much less are !!