Jamie Peck, a writer for The Gloss, took to the streets of New York City topless to conduct a social experiment. After hearing about a topless woman who was wrongfully ticketed in New York a few weeks earlier, Peck wanted to experience a New York topless outing of her own.
It is completely legal for women in NYC to walk around shirtless. Peck’s experiment was both for herself, to see how comfortable she could be, and also to test the public. Many people ignored her lack of threads, as I’m sure they’ve seen far more bizarre things. She did receive warnings from NYPD and a Central Park employee, despite her actions being legal and harmless.
The summer heat and humidity make it awfully tempting to shed as many layers as possible. With July just around the corner, I’m sure Jamie Peck is not the last to partake in a New York topless outing.
Topless Social Experiments
The Gloss Documents Nude New York Outings
Trend Themes
1. Topless Social Acceptance - Legalized public nudity opens up opportunities for businesses that cater to those who seek to embrace their freedom with clothing-optional experiences.
2. Body Positive Activism - Raising awareness on gender equality by promoting the acceptance of a woman's body and their decision to dress comfortably in any way they feel best.
3. Social Experimentation - Creating unconventional experiences to test societal responses, attitudes, and perceptions towards the human body.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels and resorts that offer clothing-optional experiences and events to attract a new market of travelers.
2. Fashion - Designing new fashion lines that cater to different body types and sizes, including those who choose to dress more comfortably.
3. Media and Entertainment - Producing media that advocates for body positivity and promotes social change through unconventional social experiments.