They appealed to women desires of the times to be equal to men . They had to change the imagery around the smokers and make them see more sophisticated and independent. It wasn't just for men anymore and no one was going to tell you you can’t smoke right?
This is true, reading american pulp fiction. The aristocratic females were portrayed in a certain way, this certain way included smoking and holdong the cigar in a manner that showed class.
Many at times we are influenced by the things around us and you have pointed out, it is usually a strong battle of wills, not an easy one. Breaking out of what some consider a norm, is even the hardest part.
Yea the media is constantly trying to shape the definiton of ourselves. Thanks for taking the time to check out the video.