
Vogue's latest dating essay has ignited a cultural firestorm across TikTok and beyond. In her article titled 'Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?', writer and cultural commentator Chanté Joseph explores a growing shift in how young women present—or deliberately obscure—their romantic relationships online. But it was her own TikTok reaction that truly lit the match: 'The days of a man being a prize has changed,' she said, echoing a sentiment that resonated with millions.