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“That’s Why Lil’ Kim and Flo-Jo Matter”: Talking About Nail Art

The MoMA Magazine Podcast

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Nails, Identity, and Athleticism

This chapter explores the cultural significance of women’s hands and nails, highlighting the evolution of nail artistry from labor to personal expression. Through the lens of athlete Florence Griffith Joyner, it examines how bold nail styles serve as symbols of individuality and resistance against traditional femininity in sports.

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