is French, it’s clear that the ubiquitous avatar of the Parisienne erases women of color, disabled women, trans women, and countless others, making it all the more egregious and damaging.In an era of powerful conversations about representation, discrimination, and belonging, it might seem strange to fixate on the image of the girl with her bike and a baguette, but real change—especially for women—depends on shattering all the stereotypes that limit the way we see ourselves and others.
Here, I break down some of the most enduring myths about the French girl of our collective, projected fantasies—and introduce you to the women who are helping to correct the record.Myth #1: There is a one-size-fits-all version of ParisiannessNews flash: Women.
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