The Feminism of Hyper-Femininity

With the rise of the coquette trend, the popularity of Bridgerton and ‘’Barbie-core’’ going viral, recent years have seen an influx in women from all around the globe dressing in the hyper-feminine aesthetic. However, for many self proclaimed girly girls, the journey towards embracing their femininity was a difficult one. This article explores the question of whether hyper-femininity is compatible with feminism, and what exactly it means to be a feminist in 2024.