why do korean boys look like girls?
why do korean boys look like girls?
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There is a social norm in South Korea called the 'Strict Sex-role Normative'. This norm emphasizes rigid gender roles and restricts the independence of females. This has resulted in the preference for sons, and therefore has contributed to the trend of gender ambiguous boys within the culture. As a result, Korean boys often times have very 'delicate' features, are given the feminine equivalent of their names, and are raised in more traditional gender roles that encourage behaviors that are viewed as typically feminine in nature. Additionally, due to economic factors within the nation, many Korean boys wear makeup and female clothing in order to make themselves more attractive for job interviews, and to avoid being viewed as "unattractive".
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