"The Steel Brassiere" by Iris Sheila Crisostomo explores themes of gender roles and societal expectations through the lens of a woman's experience with a unique brassiere that symbolizes both freedom and constraint. The protagonist grApples with her identity and the pressures placed on her by society, revealing the complexities of femininity. The story employs sharp imagery and humor to critique traditional notions of beauty and the lengths women go to conform. Ultimately, it highlights the struggle for self-acceptance amidst external judgments.
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