Effects of a sexy appearance on perceived competence of women.
The present study replicates P. Glick, S. Larsen, C. Johnson, and H. Branstiter's (2005) previous research showing that a sexy appearance may be detrimental to women in high-status jobs. The authors used a larger sample and different stimulus materials and evaluation measures. As in the original experiment, participants rated sexually and professionally dressed women in both low- and high-status positions on perceived ability. The results were consistent with the original study and showed that high-status, sexually dressed women receive lower ratings in competence.
Wookey
Melissa L
ML
Southwest Minnesota State University, Marshall, MN 56258, USA.
Graves
Nell A
NA
Butler
J Corey
JC
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007360:Intelligence; D008297:Male; D011361:Professional Competence; D012928:Social Desirability; D012938:Social Perception; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D055815:Young Adult