Clothes Quote by Amber Hollibaugh
“In women's shelters the kind of clothes that women are given to go to job interviews are all girl clothes: little heels, little skirt. If you're gender nonconforming, you're a lesbian, you're not going to put those clothes on to go to a job interview.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Gender and Employment, Women's Shelters, 1990s
Societal expectations force women into gendered attire, marginalizing nonconforming individuals and limiting job opportunities.
In simple terms: Gendered dress codes exclude nonconforming people from interviews.
Key Takeaway
Advocate inclusive dress policies.
Themes
gender
employment
inclusion
stereotypes
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
social
activist
When to use this quote
- job interviews
- shelter services
- HR policies
- career counseling
Key Concepts
gender norms
identity
workplace bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can shelters provide diverse clothing options?
- What policies can employers adopt to reduce dress bias?
A Different Perspective
Changing attire alone doesn't address deeper bias.
