Part 9/11:

The Irony of Self-Expression

Underlying much of this discourse is a question of sincerity. Many argue that these provocative looks are unlikely driven by authentic self-expression; instead, they might serve as strategic moves to garner media attention or to conform to a social media-driven culture of boldness. Some suggest that the real act of rebellion would be to dress modestly and respectfully, but that’s rarely the goal for those seeking headlines.

Additionally, critics observe that when stars like Florence Pugh or Bianca Sor show skin on the red carpet, they sometimes frame it as an act of “pushing boundaries.” However, given the numerous revealing outfits seen in recent years, the notion of boundary-pushing appears more like worn-out rhetoric than genuine activism.