What a woman wears can affect how she sits, especially in public. For instance, tight skirts or dresses may make leg-crossing more practical for comfort or modesty.
In professional settings, posture—including crossed legs—can impact how women are judged. It can affect perceptions of confidence, professionalism, or competence, even when those assumptions are unfair. As the article notes, “While crossing a leg represents elegance, it can also represent limitations imposed by outdated expectations.”
These judgments are often based on traditional gender roles. But attitudes are changing. Expanding what’s seen as acceptable in posture and behavior allows women to express themselves freely, without fear of being misjudged.
By challenging old clichés, societies can promote gender equality and break free from biased ideas about how women should sit, act, or appear.
