Long hair, a timeless symbol of femininity. Short hair, often labeled with the stereotype of 'tomboy'. But women have always defied stereotypes and worn their bodies and hair with pride.
The Pixie Cut Controversy: Miss France's Historic Coronation and Cultural Debate Sparked | Inside Facts
In a groundbreaking moment at the Miss France pageant, 20-year-old Eve Gilles took home the crown with a daring pixie cut. Bravo, right? Well, not according to the internet’s best critics. In a frenzy of online noise, Gilles was criticized for being “androgynous” and breaking beauty norms. Cue the eye-rolls and deepfake Miss France memes; it was a virtual circus.
But it didn't stop with her hair. Gilles was criticized online for not fitting the 'ideal' female figure. The swimsuit photos became fodder for body image trolls.
Responding to the uproar, Gilles stood tall and asserted, "No one should define who you are… every woman is different, we are all unique." Preach, Gilles!
