Social norms allow men to be shirtless in many public settings where women going shirtless is often not accepted.

Around the world, social rules about clothing are different for men and women. It’s usually acceptable for a man to be shirtless at the beach, park, or during sports. For women, similar situations often still expect a top to be worn. This reflects long-standing cultural ideas about modesty and gender roles. These rules can vary widely but generally keep men’s bare chests normal and women’s less so.