The article addresses the oppressions faced by the female body to varying degrees. Two pieces of swimwear are mentioned: burkinis, clothing worn by some Muslim women, and bikinis, more common in Western culture. The text does not intend to place these cases on equal footing, but rather to highlight that both represent forms of imposition of norms on the female body.
The author argues that also in Western society, where the article appears to be written, the female body is subjected to a large number of norms imposed by society. These norms cover different aspects, from clothing to standards of behavior and appearance.
