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# Gender Blending, Metrosexuality And Everything In Between

By Trendopoly | Published 2007-02-24 | Naughty
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gender-blending-metrosexuality-and-everything-in-between
References: [nowtoronto](http://www.nowtoronto.com/issues/19/30/News/feature.html)

[Gender blending](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi), metrosexuality and everything in between have become very hot trends in our era. Transexuality, previously a taboo topic in the civilized world, is quickly becoming a sought after anomaly.

With TV portraying even preteens with counter-gender leanings, it makes one wonder what's in store for future generations as all boundaries are lost, lines are blurred and anti-gender mindsets are embraced.

**Implications** - A [transsexual activist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-by-vanity) named Mirha Soleil-Ross states that the idea of being transsexual has "come to mean anyone who is doing anything with gender that isnâ€™t traditional. Itâ€™s very â€˜cutting-edgeâ€™ and cool right now." Never before has society been so understanding of [different types of people](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/normform). The Western world is definitely on its way to accepting everyone as equals.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 80% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Gender Blending:** There is an opportunity for companies to create gender-neutral products and services to cater to the growing trend of gender blending.
- **Metrosexuality:** Companies can tap into the desire of both men and women to enhance their appearance and offer gender-neutral grooming and beauty products and services.
- **Transsexuality:** As society becomes more accepting of transgender individuals, there is an opportunity for companies to offer products and services targeted towards their unique needs and experiences.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace gender-blending and gender-neutral clothing lines to cater to the growing trend of non-traditional gender identities.
- **Beauty and Grooming:** The beauty and grooming industries can offer gender-neutral products and services targeted towards both men and women to cater to the trend of metrosexuality.
- **Healthcare:** As transgender individuals become more accepted in society, there is an opportunity for healthcare providers to offer specialized services and treatments tailored towards their needs.

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