Organisers: Dr Leah Armstrong and Dr
Julia Secklehner
This workshop series seeks to build a research discussion around the concept of femininity at
work in design, through an historical and critical lens, and beyond gender binaries. It will take the form of a series of
paper presentations, followed by discussion.
For some time, femininity has
operated as a highly contested -and controversial- term in feminist historiography and gender studies. Frequently discussed
in relation to ideas of superficiality, glamour, fashion and style, it has also been associated with oppressive ideals in
beauty, lifestyle and identity. From a design history perspective, gendered ideals of femininized consumption and masculine
production are well established, but recent histories have indicated the value of moving beyond these binaries and boundaries.
This workshop series seeks to build a research discussion around the concept of femininity at work in design, through an historical
and critical lens, and beyond gender binaries. The discussion aims to interrogate the value and meaning of femininity in relation
to the history of design work and working identities in design. The workshop will take the form of a series of paper presentations,
followed by discussion.
Participants will receive the link for the online platform a few days before the start
of the event.
Full program and registration:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/femininity-and-design-at-work-online-workshop-series-tickets-808959338157
