“Since 1971, an iconic image of a silhouetted woman has moved from truck mudflaps into popular culture. She is perceived through the eyes of people who live in different decades. Mudflap Girl has at different times been considered a reflection of male self-image, symbolic of declining family values, and a feminist figure. However, even as an empowered woman, her identity has been problematic. Is she a mainstream inspiration, a subcultural icon or an unrealistic representation of the female form? Is she more than just a two dimensional figure based on her appearance? What is her story? And most mysteriously, who is she?” FeminismEmpowermentMale GazeMudflap Author:Sya Sen, Mudflap Girl
“Now, this girl? Classic. Legendary. Badass. She’s retro, kitsch, and completely owning it. You think she’s just some dude’s idea of sexy? She’s not his fantasy; she’s our symbol. We’re taking her back, bitch!” Sex SymbolRetro Author:Sya Sen, Mudflap Girl