The Closet Feminist
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The Closet Feminist is a Canadian blog that focuses on the intersections between fashion, style, dressing up–however you want to put it-and feminism! Personal style and feminism are very much an exploration of your identity and how that relates to the world around you.
The Closet Feminist
5y ago
America and Canada may have geographically sat on the northern hemisphere of the globe, but both countries have set a boundary with opposite custom t shirts and views. Although both countries are English-speakers, Canada is smaller with only around 35.2 million inhabitants, pretty much closer but not totally with Texas’ 28.7 million people. Plus, the climate is slightly different between the two neighbors.
Additionally, the way how both countries do their fashion makes a big difference. Although custom t-shirt is prevalent, other fashion styles and design are distinct. Here are some of the dif ..read more
The Closet Feminist
5y ago
The workplace has not always been a place where women thrive and express themselves. Sexual harassment and cases of assault are abound, even in places where security of tenure allows women to no longer be exploited by their employers. In these times, women can only count on the support of their fellows and you can learn how to do this in a few easy steps.
Acknowledge the unseen problems of the workplace
The #MeToo Movement has opened the eyes of many and shown them that the workplace must be a secure space for women to occupy. The problem is that this is not always considered a problem. In fac ..read more
The Closet Feminist
5y ago
You can find a lot of insight from the books you read. The month of June is National Indigenous History Month for Canada and this page provides opportunities for you to look at some established works from accomplished indigenous authors. Here are some works to consider in your private library if you want to meditate on present problems for women and do something about them.
All Our Relations: Finding the Path Forward by Tanya Talaga
Tanya Talaga’s work on genocide and colonization helps reach an understanding of why there is a rise in the suicide rates among indigenous youth in Canada and thro ..read more
The Closet Feminist
5y ago
Feminism, in all of its forms, has been grossly misunderstood in the past and even within our contemporary society. Some see it as a movement to usurp roles traditionally held by men or social conventions that protect people from harm and moral decay. Others view this as a movement to replace men with women as the dominant sex. In actuality, feminism allows for women to stand on equal ground with men and for gender not to be treated as a barrier or factor in discrimination.
The #MeToo Movement has been monumental in the protection of women worldwide. It opened up the dark secrets held by male ..read more
The Closet Feminist
5y ago
A playlist for my of my best friends, CS. She is coming back to the PNW after her scholarly adventures abroad and I am so happy! Here is a mix for her to celebrate.
The City by Adia Victoria
Necessaries by Many Voices Speak
Lunar Rover by The Ophelias
Let’s Go for Broke by Mandy Sloan
Old Man by Stella Donnelly
Pavements by Wy
Tacoma Night Terror by Jackie Cohen
To the Boys by Molly Burch
Valley of the Dolls by Santigold
La Ba’den by Yasmine Hamdan
It’s Not Just Me by Let’s Eat Grandma
BBBLUE by Milk & Bone
Drunk in LA by Beach House ..read more