Remember eyeing a piece of clothing under the men’s section? Or being told that you shouldn’t wear something because it’s too “boyish”? Well, gender distinctions are getting increasingly blurred in the fashion scene as of late, adn we’re here for it.
Now, you’re probably familiar with the terms “unisex clothing” or “androgynous dressing” — with some popular fashion brands incorporating styles that aren’t gender-specific. Take, for instance, Zara’s ‘Ungendered’ collection that was introduced in 2016 — featuring hoodies and t-shirts, which was met with good and bad reviews. But in recent years, there’s been a palpable shift in the fashion industry towards genderless fashion, partly thanks to the younger generation which has given new meaning to unisex fashion, and taken the concept of androgyny another step further.
Think: Harry Styles, who famously incorporates womenswear into his concert attire and everyday wear.
That said, genderless fashion is more than just about men wearing skirts or women wearing suits. The growing desire for authenticity and disinterest in distinguishing one’s gender has paved the way for smaller, independent labels to supply that demand, creating clothes with the ethos of having the freedom to wear whatever you want.
Nowadays, many genderless fashion brands go beyond everyday basics. Instead, they offer unique pieces and prints that push the boundaries of unisex fashion, challenging the way you think about “male” and “female”.
To find out more about these genderless brands, keep on scrolling.