Time calls them "mancessories," or the fashion industry's latest attempt to suck men into its unattainable standards.
And when I say "suck," I mean it literally.
Yes, ladies, now as you stuff your cellulite into Spanx before sliding into that slinky cocktail dress, your male counterpart can do the same. (Well, maybe sans dress. Maybe.)
Apparently, along with murses (purses for men) and mandals (sandals for men), a company called Equmen is producing Spanx-like undergarments that enhance the six-pack abs look and (and this is perhaps my favorite part of the Time article) "keep their precision parts cooler."
Contrary to popular belief, subjecting men to the same kinds of ridiculous fashion scrutiny as women is not the equality that most feminists are seeking.
However, sometimes watching the fashion world require these standards for men brings to light how ridiculous they were in the first place when applied to women. I mean, since when did our culture become obsessed with tightly sucking our bodies into one "ideal" form? It's like the return of the Victorian corset, and it actually makes me long for the oversized t-shirts of the '80's. Seriously.
The dilemma presented by the fashion industry's simultaneous obsession with thinness and "natural beauty" is perhaps best epitomized in that great scene from Bridget Jones's Diary, when Bridget has to decide between the Spanx-like, form-sucking underwear that come up to the top of her stomach (and are thus unattractive to a lover, should the evening progress to that point) and the Victoria's Secret thong-like number (that should encourage said lover in his pursuit once he's begun, but may not create the attraction necessary to initiate the undressing in the first place).
Now, I can't help but wonder if men will face the same dilemma. Will a man ask himself if a fake six pack and an enhanced sense of "precision parts" is worth the price tag and the possible subsequent humility when his partner discovers that his looks are not "natural"? With the prevalence of plastic surgery, this doesn't seem too far off the mark.
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Highlights Your Curves With Corsets
Everybody know the history of corset little bit but in spite of the fact it is also true that fashion come in and out of style and the requirement of people change with the passage of time. It is the truth that clothing option change with the time. The role of corset is different in the 18th century but this is the 21st century and the role of the corset is different because now ladies wear the corsets for desirable curves and give support to their body.
The traditional concept of wearing the panties is now totally changed and this thing happened when the designer undergarments come in the market and they change the trends of undergarments. It is up to you that which type of corset is suitable for you. Corsets are decorated with different things; the ribbons are used to pull at varying level of tightness and enhance those curves to look nice. And these ribbons laid flat and never look odd under the outer wear.
Choosing the right type of material is important and it depend on your preference because if you live in the cold area, then it is good to select the heavier fabric and if you live in the hot area, choose the thinner corsets and feel comfortable. It is very important to select the corset carefully because it is the corset that enhances your figure and it can also ruined them if you do not wear the right size Corset.
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