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# Unattractive Fashion Blogs
Leandra Medine is a Self-Proclaimed "Man Repeller"

By Mai Tran | Published 2011-04-02 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/man-repeller
References: [manrepeller](http://www.manrepeller.com/) & [observer](http://www.observer.com/2011/its-look-heart-heart-fashions-new-ick-girl)

Self-proclaimed "man repeller" Leandra Medine isn't afraid to go against the grain of what people (particularly of the opposite sex) deem to be fashionable. Through her humorous and defiant Man Repeller blog, Leandra represents herself as a lover of outfits that combine a mix of designer pieces, vintage finds and DIY projects.

So what exactly is a “man repeller” you ask? According to Leandra, it is someone who outfits "oneself in a sartorially offensive way that will result in repelling members of the opposite sex.” To this end, her blog frequently showcases the latest "man-repelling" looks, pays homage to other "man repellers" and instructs readers on [how to create their own styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take).

If you never want to go on a date again but want to look fierce all the same, then the Man Repeller blog is definitely for you.

**Implications** - Added quotes, changed title

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.8/10
- Popularity: 98% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Anti-fashion Blogs:** A trend of fashion blogs that reject traditional fashion norms.
- **Self-styled Outfits:** A trend of fashion styling that involves combining designer pieces, vintage finds and DIY projects.
- **Humorous and Defiant Personal Branding:** A trend of personal branding that emphasizes humor and defying social expectations.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion:** Fashion industry could explore new ways to reach consumers who reject traditional fashion norms.
- **Social Media:** Social media industry could benefit from the trend of humorous and defiant personal branding.
- **DIY:** DIY industry could cater to the trend of self-styled outfits with tutorials and guides for making unique clothing.

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