In what ways did the image of the flapper reflect real social change and in what ways did it fail to reflect reality?

The flappers where are a generation of women during 1920 that wore short skirts and had a relatively bohemian way of behaving that defied the boundaries of acceptable behavior. Among their characteristics were the use of excessive makeup, drinking, and smoking tobacco.

They are considered as icons of the 1920s, as they were considered as a reflection of a period filled with social and political turbulence after World War I.

On the other hand, flappers often portraited a superficial image of society at that time as they were always left the impression of engaging an upscale style of living.