# High-Waisted Men's Belts The Soft Loden Dager Spring 2011 Collection By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loden-dager References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/loden-dager-spring-2011-exclusive-aiden-andrews-by-alessio-boni/) & [lodendager](http://www.lodendager.com/) The [androgynous](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take) Aiden Andrews is the perfect fit for the Loden Dager Spring 2011 lookbook. Photographed by Alessio Boni, the series of photos are soft in character, shape and design. A recurring theme for Loden Dager in this season is the [industrial high-waisted men's chain belt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hottie-belt) -- a look that we've mostly only seen on women. Never mind gender roles; the belt works flawlessly, creating a style-conscious but effortless ensemble. **Implications** - As society moves towards more [egalitarian gender relationships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-second-dawn), the fashion industry is reflecting this change through androgyny. Corporations looking to convey their progression should similarly look to demonstrate egalitarianism in their respective industry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Androgynous Fashion:** Incorporate androgynous elements into fashion collections to reflect changing gender roles. - **Gender-neutral Accessories:** Introduce gender-neutral accessories like high-waisted belts to appeal to a wider range of customers. - **Egalitarianism in Fashion:** Promote gender equality in the fashion industry through inclusive and diverse representation. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace the use of high-waisted belts and androgynous fashion to cater to a more diverse customer base. - **Retail:** Retailers can stock gender-neutral accessories like high-waisted belts to offer inclusive options for customers. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Advertising and marketing agencies can promote the idea of egalitarianism in fashion and highlight the presence of gender-neutral accessories to convey progressive brand values. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Bold Denim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-denim-collections-levis-and-adsb-andersson-bell-join-forces-to-reimagi.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Golden-Age Hollywood-Inspired Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles.md) - [Laid-Back Modernwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digawel-springsummer-2026.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Inclusive Wardrobe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-second-dawn.md)