{"id":2170508,"date":"2024-02-07T17:00:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T22:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bonds-receives-calls-for-boycott-following-photos-of-bearded-nonbinary-model-in-bikini\/"},"modified":"2024-02-07T17:02:38","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T22:02:38","slug":"bonds-receives-calls-for-boycott-following-photos-of-bearded-nonbinary-model-in-bikini","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bonds-receives-calls-for-boycott-following-photos-of-bearded-nonbinary-model-in-bikini\/","title":{"rendered":"Bonds faces boycott calls over photos of bearded nonbinary model in bikini"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbonds-receives-calls-for-boycott-following-photos-of-bearded-nonbinary-model-in-bikini%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2170508&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Bonds, an \u2064Australian underwear brand, faces backlash for featuring a bearded, nonbinary model in its Genderfree collection<\/h2>\n<p>The latest \u200dbikini from\u2062 Bonds, called the \u2064Retro Rib Seamless \u2064Tonal Hi Bikini, is causing\u200c quite \u2062a stir. The brand has chosen a bearded, nonbinary model\u200b named &#8220;Mikey&#8221; who uses they\/them pronouns to showcase the bikini. Mikey confidently sports a beard, a hairy chest, and a \u2064noticeable bulge in the bikini\u2063 bottom.\u200b This\u2064 bold move is part\u200d of Bonds&#8217; \u200cPride\u200d campaign, which celebrates \u2064diversity by featuring transgender models, drag queens, as well as gay, bisexual, and pansexual models.<\/p>\n<h3>Breaking stereotypes and embracing change<\/h3>\n<p>Bonds is not afraid to challenge societal norms. The product\u2063 description on their website\u2062 proudly states, &#8220;Times are changing\u2063 and so is our underwear.&#8221; The Retro \u200cRib Seamless Hi Bikini is designed for fierce \u2062women everywhere, offering \u2063both comfort and confidence. This\u2064 stunning retro bikini is part of Bonds&#8217; Retro Rib \u200dSeamless\u200d range, empowering women to \u2064embrace their individuality and roar with confidence.<\/p>\n<h3>Genderfree fashion for \u200call<\/h3>\n<p>Mikey is not limited \u200dto\u200d just one outfit in the Genderfree section of the Bonds website. They are\u200b seen promoting \u2064a\u200b &#8220;chesty&#8221; shirt and a crop bra with a low scoop neckline, further breaking down gender barriers and promoting\u200d inclusivity.<\/p>\n<h3>Backlash and controversy<\/h3>\n<p>Not everyone is \u200bthrilled\u200c with Bonds&#8217; progressive approach. Last week, the brand shared a social media post featuring drag queens, transgender and gay \u2063models, all road-tripping in \u2063their Bonds underwear at the Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve in\u200c Australia. While many praised the brand&#8217;s inclusivity, others expressed their disapproval. Comments such as &#8220;Excited to\u200d never buy Bonds again&#8221; and &#8220;Such a\u2063 shame that\u200c Bonds is pushing this \u2064agenda&#8221; flooded the brand&#8217;s Instagram page.<\/p>\n<p>It seems that Bonds is not the only brand facing backlash for embracing diversity. Rip Curl, an Australian surfing \u200csportswear retailer, recently ended its partnership with professional surfer Bethany Hamilton after\u200b she voiced her disagreement with \u200cthe brand&#8217;s promotion of transgender surfer Sasha Jane Lowerson. Hamilton cited\u2063 her beliefs against <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/this-jewish-skateboarder-spoke-out-about-womens-rights-social-justice-warriors-responded-with-anti-semitic-hate\/\" title=\"This Jewish Skateboarder Spoke Out About Women\u2019s Rights. Social Justice Warriors Responded With Anti-Semitic Hate.\">biological men participating<\/a>\u200b in women&#8217;s sports and her \u2064opposition to the brand&#8217;s \u200bendorsement of gender ideology.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the criticism, Bonds remains committed to\u200d their mission of celebrating individuality and promoting inclusivity through their Genderfree collection.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> In what ways does Bonds&#8217; Pride\u200b campaign aim to\u2064 break barriers and encourage \u200bacceptance and self-expression?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Wning massive attention from\u2063 the public.<\/p>\n<p>Bonds, an iconic Australian underwear brand known \u2064for \u2064its \u2063inclusive and diverse \u200cmarketing campaigns, is \u2064currently facing backlash after featuring a bearded, nonbinary \u2064model \u200cin its latest Genderfree collection. \u2063The model, named &#8220;Mikey&#8221;, \u2063proudly flaunts their uniquely androgynous appearance, \u200cdonning \u200ca bikini from the Retro Rib Seamless Tonal\u200b Hi \u200cBikini range.<\/p>\n<p>Mikey, who \u200didentifies as nonbinary and uses they\/them pronouns, \u200bpresents a \u200bstriking \u200ddeparture from \u200ctraditional standards of beauty usually associated with \u200cunderwear modeling. With a beard, hairy chest, and a noticeable \u200cbulge in the bikini bottoms,\u2062 Mikey\u200d challenges \u200dconventional gender norms and stereotypes surrounding body\u200c image.<\/p>\n<p>This significant and bold move \u200bby Bonds is part of their ongoing Pride campaign, a celebration of diversity and inclusion.\u2062 By featuring transgender and\u200c gender nonconforming individuals, Bonds\u200c aims to break barriers and \u200bencourage\u2063 acceptance and self-expression. While the brand \u2063is no stranger to pushing \u200cboundaries when\u2064 it comes \u2062to body positivity and representation, this particular campaign has ignited a\u200d fierce debate among consumers and critics alike.<\/p>\n<p>On one hand, many view Bonds&#8217; \u2063decision to include\u200d a\u200c nonbinary model as a powerful \u200cstep towards\u200d inclusivity. By \u200bshowcasing a wide range of bodies, gender expressions, and identities,\u2064 the\u200d brand demonstrates a\u2063 commitment \u200bto representing \u200dthe diverse makeup of its customer base. This visibility\u200d and representation are undoubtedly empowering for \u200dindividuals who have historically been marginalized and excluded from mainstream media.<\/p>\n<p>However, some\u2063 critics argue that Bonds&#8217; marketing strategy\u200b ventures \u2064into controversial territory. Traditional notions of femininity \u2062and \u2063beauty are deeply rooted in our society,\u2063 and introducing a bearded, \u2062nonbinary model challenges these longstanding norms. Detractors \u2062argue that this move \u2063may alienate\u2063 some consumers who are not yet ready or accepting \u2064of such nonconforming appearances.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, the backlash towards Bonds also brings to light the urgent need for greater \u200bacceptance \u200band progress in terms of inclusivity. With the growing dialogue surrounding gender \u2063identity\u2062 and \u2064expression, brands\u200b like Bonds play a\u200d crucial role in reshaping societal \u200dnorms and \u2062promoting a more \u200binclusive future. While their campaign may be met with resistance, it ultimately \u2062serves as a catalyst\u200b for widespread \u2063discussions on the \u2063fluidity of gender and\u200c the\u2062 importance of embracing diverse perspectives.<\/p>\n<p>It is important\u2062 to\u2062 acknowledge that marketing campaigns such as Bonds&#8217; \u2064Genderfree collection have \u2063the potential to educate and raise awareness among consumers.\u2064 By presenting a nonbinary model, the brand encourages \u2062dialogues on gender identity\u2064 and \u200d<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/good-trump-bad-trump-trumps-rosebud-explores-the-former-presidents-fascination-with-citizen-kane\/\" title=\"Trump's fascination with 'Citizen Kane' explored in 'Trump's Rosebud'.\">challenges preconceived notions<\/a> of\u200b what is \u2062considered &#8220;normal&#8221; or &#8220;acceptable&#8221; in society. In doing\u2064 so,\u200d Bonds invites individuals to question their own prejudices \u200dand biases while promoting \u2064a \u200bmore inclusive and equal world.<\/p>\n<p>As Bonds continues to \u2063champion diversity and strive \u200bfor representation, its decision to\u2064 feature a\u200c bearded, nonbinary model in the Genderfree collection is undoubtedly a bold \u2062move. While the \u2064brand may encounter criticism\u200c and resistance along \u2063the way, it is\u2062 imperative to recognize and support their commitment to fostering a more inclusive\u200c and accepting society. As \u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-retailers-without-gender-neutral-section-for-kids-face-fines-up-to-500-under-new-state-law\/\" title=\"New California law imposes fines up to 0 on retailers without 'gender neutral' section for kids\">discussions surrounding gender<\/a> and identity continue to evolve, it is through initiatives like these that progress is\u2063 made and barriers are broken, ultimately \u200bredefining the norms of\u2063 the fashion industry \u200band beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Australian underwear brand, Bonds, faces backlash for featuring a bearded, nonbinary model named &#8220;Mikey&#8221; in their Genderfree collection. Mikey, who uses they\/them pronouns, confidently showcases the Retro Rib Seamless Tonal Hi Bikini, challenging traditional gender norms with their hairy chest and visible bulge<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2678,"featured_media":2170509,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/14.0.0\/72x72\/2122.png","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2170508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/14.0.0\/72x72\/2122.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2170508","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2678"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2170508"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2170508\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2170509"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2170508"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2170508"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2170508"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}