Why this female worker wants to ditch her shirt
1. Workplace Double Standards
Sydney tradeswoman Shianne Fox, known online as “The Bikini Tradie,” went viral after criticizing a workplace double standard: “It’s a f—ing 40-degree day today and I’m the one who has to wear my shirt, while all the boys on-site don’t have to wear theirs.” She argued that toplessness shouldn’t be seen as “distracting,” calling it a “natural thing.”
2. Gender Equality or Inappropriate?
Fox, who often works in a bikini top, claimed, “I have no shame in getting my b–bs out.” While she says she’s promoting gender equality, critics argue that professionalism should outweigh personal comfort.
3. Divided Reactions
Her views sparked backlash, especially from other women in trades. “She does not speak for us female tradies,” one said. Another claimed, “She makes real female tradies look bad.”
4. A Bigger Issue
Women remain underrepresented in trades. A 2023 Deloitte survey showed a 12:1 male-to-female ratio, raising questions about where the real fight for equality should begin.
