What is steel magnolias meaning?

Steel Magnolias is a term used to describe Southern women who exhibit both strength and grace. The term was popularized by the play and film Steel Magnolias, which depicts the lives of a group of women in a small Louisiana town. The women face various challenges and tragedies, but they remain resilient and supportive of each other throughout. The title suggests that, like a magnolia flower that is strong enough to withstand storms but delicate enough to be beautiful, Southern women embody both toughness and beauty. The term has since been used to describe women from all over who embody these qualities.