Throughout history, a pattern of male dominance in the working world has been a prevalent issue in western society. Traditionally in regards to gender, females have continually received the short end of the stick when it comes to occupying jobs. The work force in many ways has come to be considered a type of patriarchal society, in which men have come to dominate the most powerful and affluent positions. When it comes to the top positions at the country’s largest corporations, the presence of women is virtually non-existent. However, there is one industry in particular that has not put men in positions of authority. This unconventional field of business is better known as the Fashion industry. Powerful women have come to stand as an icon for the fashion industry. Women undoubtedly represent the leaders of the fashion world in today’s society. Within the fashion industry, modeling has developed as a specific line of work in which women are superior to men. Usually it is the case that men hold higher positions than women and even when they hold the same position the men end up getting paid more than their female counterparts. Although this is the case more often than not, in modeling the opposite is true.
In the article entitled “Gender Imbalance” from the University Observer, Alexander Andrew observes the differences between the roles of males and females in the fashion. Andrew elaborates on this point in his article when he mentions:
In the article entitled “Gender Imbalance” from the University Observer, Alexander Andrew observes the differences between the roles of males and females in the fashion. Andrew elaborates on this point in his article when he mentions:
“By solely inspecting the modeling aspect of fashion, one can see that male and female models contribute equally, and yet women are more highly revered and thus better paid. According to Forbes Magazine, “A top male model may take home anywhere from $200,000 to $500,000 annually, but most make a less glamorous living from catalog [sic] work.” This sounds like an impressive figure until you consider the fact that the top-earning female models are making millions. Gisele Bündchen earned an estimated $45 million last year alone – a startling statistic for a generation that has been raised to accept and push for equality.”
This statistic manifests how significant this gender inequality is in the realms of fashion. This simple fact calls into question many other aspects of gender equality within the fashion industry.
Unequivocally there is a significant equality problem prevalent in the world of fashion. Although, the stereotypical leader of an industry is male, this is not the case when it comes to fashion. From models to editor in chiefs of the largest magazines, women have become superior to men. Not only do women dominate in this particular industry but they also have come to represent fashion in our modern day culture. Although, there are many people who criticize this gender inequality, there are also people who encourage it, holding the opinion that since men dominate almost every other industry, there should at least be one where women can be dominant. So who is right?
Unequivocally there is a significant equality problem prevalent in the world of fashion. Although, the stereotypical leader of an industry is male, this is not the case when it comes to fashion. From models to editor in chiefs of the largest magazines, women have become superior to men. Not only do women dominate in this particular industry but they also have come to represent fashion in our modern day culture. Although, there are many people who criticize this gender inequality, there are also people who encourage it, holding the opinion that since men dominate almost every other industry, there should at least be one where women can be dominant. So who is right?