How the Shoulder Pad Became a Symbol of Female Empowerment
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Our writer discusses the history and evolution of the shoulder pad and how it became a symbol of female empowerment. Read all about it here.
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How the Shoulder Pad Became a Symbol of Female Empowerment
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How the Shoulder Pad Became a Symbol of Female Empowerment
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