There's a very provocative series on the AMC channel called Mad Men. This Golden-Globe winning series for Best T.V. Drama is based in the early 1960's in New York. Its a drama about ruthless competitive men and women that are working in the advertising arena. I'm not much of a television watcher, but this show has captured my attention. First of all, the cast of characters are intriguing; and second, the wardrobe is stunning! I can watch the series simply to admire the clothing.
The early 1960's was a time when women were becoming an even stronger presence in the work force. Even though many of the positions women held were administrative, the women were still very powerful in their own right. Women were pulled together to perfection and had great pride in their appearances. Though this time was somewhat conservative, there was a powerful sexiness that existed...it lay in between the lines.
During this era, women weren't trying to be men; No, they embraced their femininity whole-heartily and realized that true power came from the power of the feminine mystique...a quiet strength or glance that would drive any man mad!
Mad Men is a grown up drama that captures the very essence of life during the 1960's. I leave each episode pondering the true meaning of the shows title. Though the episodes are centered around the escapades of leading character Don Draper; in my opinion, the best part about the show is the women that drive the men mad!
