Nothing is off limits for the founder of Comme des Garçons (which translates into ‘Like the Boys’). Skirts, berets, scarves and lipstick are no longer exclusive to the female gender—especially in Tokyo.
Rei Kawakubo “originally created the Japanese version of ‘boys in skirts,’ a trend that was once to Axl Rose and “fashionistas” but is now pretty common,” according to Vice Magazine.
Check out some of Rei Kawakubo’s lovely lady wear for men in the above gallery!
What's Driving This Trend
- Gender-neutral Fashion
- The rise of gender-neutral fashion is breaking traditional stereotypes and expanding options for consumers.
- Menswear Feminization
- The increasing popularity of feminizing menswear is challenging traditional notions of masculinity in fashion.
- Androgynous Fashion
- The blending of masculine and feminine elements in fashion is creating a new aesthetic for consumers.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Retail
- Fashion retailers can capitalize on the demand for gender-neutral and feminized menswear by offering a diverse range of styles and options.
- Beauty and Cosmetics
- The rise of feminine menswear presents an opportunity for beauty and cosmetics industries to develop tailored products and marketing strategies that cater to this new consumer segment.
- Social and Cultural Commentary
- The trend of feminizing menswear reflects a larger societal shift towards challenging traditional gender norms and can be embraced by social and cultural commentators to promote inclusivity and diversity.
