Overlooked Confidence (Breaking Social Norm)

For my social norm project, I attempted to appear like a boy and dress like one, using dark formal clothing in place of casual ones. “Form fitting” outfits were avoided due to me having typical proportions for a female. I went about my day as normal, passing by and going through the JBK and Mary Moody buildings. Perhaps it is due to the locations or my being “invisible”—i.e. blending in more with the crowd or background—but I was able to go through the day without anyone commenting on my appearance with disdain, and any reaction I noticed seemed to be mostly of indifference. After the day ended, I felt more confident knowing I could be taken seriously regardless of whether I appear more feminine or androgynous. Even then, it made me think about what it's like to be unnoticed or overshadowed if I deviate too much from what I'm "supposed" to be.

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