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Culture Study Presents: Why Do Clothes Suck Now?

Work Appropriate

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The Decline of Ironing and Domestic Care Tasks

The chapter explores the reasons behind the decline in ironing and domestic care tasks, such as professional cleaning and laundering. It questions if it's a time issue, a money issue, or a deliberate statement. The chapter also discusses the impact of women entering the workforce on the transfer of these skills and the technological advancements in materials that have made clothing more wrinkle-free.

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