# Inclusive Runway Runway shows magnify their focus on gender inclusion. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Feb 13, 2018 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/gender-fluid-runway ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Inclusive Runway trend? **Inclusive Runway:** Though the fashion world has been inclusive in its ability to allow people of all genders to express themselves, inclusive representation of varying genders within the industry has remained limited. This fact is beginning to shift, as brands feature gender fluid clothing on their runways, as well as people that identify with a myriad of genders. The bottom-up approach to challenging societal norms by activists in these communities has taken hold, and in the case of the fashion industry–long-marginalized groups are slowly beginning to set the standards, rather than having brands decide what those standards should be. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 26, 2016 to Feb 13, 2018 - Published: Feb 13, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Inclusive Runway trend ### Gender-Inclusive Fashion Shows Brands are showcasing gender-fluid clothing on their runways and featuring models that identify with a myriad of genders, breaking down the rigid gender binaries that divide the fashion industry. ### Provocative Runway Shows High fashion designers are featuring increasingly provocative, dominatrix-inspired designs, amidst the conversation of expression and oppression within the walls of the high fashion industry. ### Trans-Supportive Fashion Runways Fashion shows are becoming more inclusive and now feature transgender models on the runway, attempting to create a safe space for personal expression and body positivity for everyone, including non-binary individuals and children. ## What the Inclusive Runway trend means for industry ### For Fashion and Apparel The fashion and apparel industry must adapt to changing gender norms and embrace gender inclusivity to remain relevant and cater to diverse customer bases. ### For Beauty and Personal Care As male consumers increase their skincare, grooming, and cosmetic routines, the beauty and personal care industry has an opportunity to cater to an evolving demographic that promotes androgyny. ### For Entertainment and Media As provocative and inclusive fashion shows become more prevalent, the entertainment and media industry has the opportunity to reflect and amplify the dialogue of expression and oppression in society. ## Workshop question How can your brand better include communities who have been historically marginalized? ## Trend signals for Inclusive Runway Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 49%, activity 66%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 49% - Activity: 66% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Inclusive Runway trend 6 featured examples from Feb 26, 2016 to Feb 13, 2018. - [Trans-Supportive Fashion Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transgender-models1): Gypsy Sport's Fall 2018 Highlights Transgender Models (Category: Luxury) Implication: Incorporating transgender models and promoting body positivity in fashion shows to cater to a more diverse and inclusive customer base. - [Gender-Fluid Streetwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xavi-reyes-menswear): The Latest Xavi Reyes Menswear Collection Blurs Gender Lines (Category: Fashion) Implication: Fashion designers can create clothing and accessories that challenge traditional fashion norms and promote gender inclusivity. - [Gender-Inclusive Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menswear-and-womenswear): This Designer is Combining Its Menswear and Womenswear Shows (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry is being disrupted by the shift towards gender-inclusive fashion shows. - [Provocative Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/provocative-runway-show): Moschino Recently Debuted Its Sultry Fall 2018 Collection (Category: Luxury) Implication: Luxury fashion brands can consider pushing boundaries and creating bold collections that challenge societal norms. - [Gothic Genderless Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joo-barriga): João Barriga's 'Blackout' Series Reflects One's Self-Protective Nature (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable and biodegradable materials in the production of fashion garments. - [Gender-Progressive Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genderprogressive-fashion-show): Thom Browne's Fall Line Features Men in Pigtails in Sylvan Narnia (Category: Luxury) Implication: Designers and retailers embracing innovative and gender-neutral clothing concepts. ## Recent trend clusters - [Scaled Restraint](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/small-luxury-watches) (Fashion) - [Sneaker Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sneaker-theater) (Fashion) - [Ritual Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ritual-systems) (Fashion) - [Athletic Styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/athletic-styling) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Paisley-Shelled Collector Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisley-shelled-collector-sneakers) - [Fruit-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-wristwatches) - [Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-and-prestige) - [Modular Winter Wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-knuckles-fallwinter-2026) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)