# Menswear-Inspired Suit Styles The 'Boyish Charm' Design Scene Editorial is Androgynous By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boyish-charm-design-scene References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2012/04/christine-hahn.html) The 'Boyish Charm' Design Scene editorial is captured by photographer Christine Hahn. Styled by Janellica Ohanian, model Erika Linder takes on an androgynous role. Sporting menswear-inspired suits of quirky knitwear, Erica is the epitome of chic and sophistication, sporting a short haircut and bleached-out brows by beauty artist Megan Porschen. Erika is a vision in glam, [gender-bending styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi) from the likes of Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shirt-dress-collection), [Prada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-navy-x-the-devil-wears-prada), Comme de Garcons and Chanel among others. The model is sharply suited, looking extra tall and statuesque in a slew of flattering pieces that showcase her flawless figure. The Boyish Charm Design Scene editorial highlights menswear-inspired garments that pave the way for edgy and elegant summer dressing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Androgynous Fashion:** The growing popularity of androgynous fashion styles and gender-bending designs present an opportunity for fashion labels to attract a wider range of customers with non-traditional designs - **Menswear-inspired Clothing:** The trend of incorporating menswear-inspired designs into womenswear presents an opportunity for fashion designers to create new forms of stylish, gender-blurring clothes - **Short Haircuts:** The trend of short haircuts for women has grown in popularity and presents an opportunity for hair salons to create unique and eye-catching styles for their customers ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion labels can capitalize on the growing popularity of androgynous fashion styles and gender-bending designs to attract a wider range of customers with non-traditional designs - **Beauty Industry:** Hair salons can capitalize on the trend of short haircuts for women to create unique and eye-catching haircuts and styles for their customers - **Modeling Industry:** The use of androgynous models in fashion editorials presents an opportunity for modeling agencies to represent a broader range of talent, and for brands to target customers who value gender inclusivity and diversity ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Genderless Outerwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi.md) - [Tailored Americana Summer Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poison-ivy-collection.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erl-2.md) - [Gingham-Forward Apparel Edits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-amorys-gingham-edit.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md)