In a turn of events that has the internet roaring with laughter, GQ Magazine decided to showcase swim shorts for “stocky” men. While women are often bombarded with unrealistic beauty standards in the media, this time, it’s the men who are getting a taste of that absurdity—and it’s hilariously ironic.
GQ aimed to provide a style guide for the more robust gentlemen out there, suggesting swimwear that supposedly flatters their fuller figures. Yet, the crux of the humor comes from the stock images they selected to represent these “stocky” men—who, quite frankly, look anything but! With a crew of trim guys flaunting what seems like eight-pack abs, the notion of “stocky” is turned on its head. As one Twitter user quipped, “I think one of them might only have six abs instead of 10,” perfectly capturing the collective disbelief.
The online community has had a field day pointing out the absurdity of GQ’s definition of stocky, with many chiming in about how their vision of stockiness includes a little more substance. Yet, while it’s somewhat satisfying to see men grapple with the same kind of ridiculous expectations women have faced for years, it’s also a reminder of the pressure anyone can feel about their appearance. Welcome to our world, gentlemen.
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In summary, GQ’s attempt to define “stocky” for men has sparked a wave of hilarity on social media, highlighting the absurdity of unrealistic body expectations. As the tables turn, it’s a reminder that everyone has their own battles with societal standards, regardless of gender.