This is for the women who don’t give a fuck.
The women who are first to get naked, howl at the moon and jump into the sea.
The women who drink too much whisky, stay up too late and have sex like they mean it.
The women who know they aren’t sluts because they enjoy sex, but human beings with a healthy sexual appetite.
The women who will ask you for what they need in bed.
This is for the women who seek relentless joy; the ones who know how to laugh with their whole souls.
The women who speak to strangers because they have no fear in their hearts.
The ones who wear “night make up” in the morning or don’t own mascara.
The women who know their worth, who plant their feet and roar in their brilliance.
The women who aren’t afraid to tell a man to get the fuck out of her heart if he doesn’t honour her heart.
This is for the women who rock combat boots with frilly skirts.
The women who swear like truck drivers.
The women who hold the people who harass or wrong them with fierce accountability.
The women who flip gender norms and false limitations the bird and live to run successful companies giving “the man” a run for his name.
The ones who don’t find their success a compliment just because they have a vagina.
Women like Gloria Steinem who, when she was told, “We want a writer, not a woman. Go home,” kept writing anyway.
This is for the women who drink coffee at midnight and wine in the morning, and dare you to question it.
For the women who open doors for men and are confident enough to have doors opened for them.
Who use “no” to be in service for themselves.
Who don’t give a damn about pleasing the world, and do sweetly as they wish.
For the superheroes—the single moms who work three jobs to make it. I salute your resilient, cape-flapping, ambitious selves.
This is for the women who throw down what they love, and don’t waste time following society’s pressures to exist behind a white picket fence.
The women who create wildly, unbalanced, ferociously and in a blur at times.
The women who know how to be busy and know how to plant their feet in the earth and get grounded.
These are the women I want around me.
Words by: Janne Robinson
In today’s world, women are continually redefining empowerment and self-expression. The essence of feminism today resonates with individuality, confidence, and the boldness to live life on one's terms. Women are encouraged to break free from traditional constraints, crafting lives filled with passion, ambition, and authenticity. This isn’t just about challenging gender norms; it’s about cultivating joy in all forms, whether that’s through expressing one’s sexuality openly or pursuing career aspirations irrespective of conventional expectations. Moreover, movements empowering women to reclaim their narratives, like body positivity and sexual liberation, play a crucial role in reshaping societal norms. Women are embracing their bodies, their choices, and their voices loudly and unabashedly. Celebrating the 'wild women' is not merely an acknowledgment of rebellion but a salute to authenticity and resilience. It inspires women everywhere to pursue their dreams, speak their minds, and redefine what success and fulfillment look like. Every act of courage, whether big or small, contributes to a powerful collective narrative that supports and uplifts women. Ultimately, this celebration of women is a reminder that strength comes in various forms and that every woman’s journey is valuable. Whether it’s being unapologetic about one’s choices or thriving in spaces traditionally dominated by men, the conversation continues to evolve. Let's honor the wild, brilliant spirits of women who dare to challenge the status quo and live fully and freely.
