Kinda been wondering that myself for a while. While you could make an argument that someone might want to wear a skintight cat suit because they have an impressive physical figure and want to show it off, Gyno-Star’s figure is not really muscular enough for that. In addition, high-heels are just a no-no for crime fighting. Period. Even DC comics has realized this by now (it took long enough though).
Spandex is the most comfortable and efficient material for superhero gear. Because her outfit hugs the skin, Gyno-Star avoids loose folds of cloth or other accessories which could become entangled, be grabbed by an enemy, or impede her movements. Also, the material is chafe-free, breathable and moisture wicking.
Shouldn’t she wear her hair up then?
Wouldn’t spike heeled boots damage her hamstrings while shaping her calf and buttox?
What about a nice comfortable frumpy combat boot and a butch haircut?
All women’s shoes function as a weapon, no? (except for fast flats, which is just the footwear equivalent of the sweatpants you wear to do the laundry).
Eh, as a feminist, it’s my opinion that there’s nothing wrong with looking pretty or sexy. It’s FUN to rejoice in your own looks, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. Getting genuine compliments such as “Wow, you’re very attractive” or “You look really nice!” is okay too, so long is they’re not said in a condescending manner. If someone starts picking on you, however, then they should be punched in the face.
If Gyno-star had a torso zipper unzipped, a too-short short skirt that showed her underwear, or jumped around in an armored bikini, that’s when I’d have a problem.
Why does our feminist superhero wear a skintight cat-suit and heel boots?
Isn’t she pandering to male chauvinism?
Kinda been wondering that myself for a while. While you could make an argument that someone might want to wear a skintight cat suit because they have an impressive physical figure and want to show it off, Gyno-Star’s figure is not really muscular enough for that. In addition, high-heels are just a no-no for crime fighting. Period. Even DC comics has realized this by now (it took long enough though).
Stereotypes. ALL superheroes have to wear spandex; it’s in the union rules.
Spandex is the most comfortable and efficient material for superhero gear. Because her outfit hugs the skin, Gyno-Star avoids loose folds of cloth or other accessories which could become entangled, be grabbed by an enemy, or impede her movements. Also, the material is chafe-free, breathable and moisture wicking.
Her shoes function as a weapon.
Shouldn’t she wear her hair up then?
Wouldn’t spike heeled boots damage her hamstrings while shaping her calf and buttox?
What about a nice comfortable frumpy combat boot and a butch haircut?
Well, actually, her outfit is pretty similar to what male super heros wear. Sure, it’s not practical, but most super hero costumes aren’t.
All women’s shoes function as a weapon, no? (except for fast flats, which is just the footwear equivalent of the sweatpants you wear to do the laundry).
Eh, as a feminist, it’s my opinion that there’s nothing wrong with looking pretty or sexy. It’s FUN to rejoice in your own looks, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. Getting genuine compliments such as “Wow, you’re very attractive” or “You look really nice!” is okay too, so long is they’re not said in a condescending manner. If someone starts picking on you, however, then they should be punched in the face.
If Gyno-star had a torso zipper unzipped, a too-short short skirt that showed her underwear, or jumped around in an armored bikini, that’s when I’d have a problem.
Well said, lenn.