This movement towards genderless fashion is an incredible time for the fashion industry and allows for endless self-expression. There are some specific designers that are absolutely knocking it out the park and creating androgynous artworks, and we are desperate to share them with you. 

Willy Chavarria

One of the first designers that comes to mind when we think about gender fluidity in fashion is the incredibly talented Willy Chavarria. Chavarria is currently senior vice president of design at Calvin Klein and chief creative officer at his own brand. He’s become known for intertwining current issues in politics as well as race and sexuality into his design. 

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He has created some boundary-breaking androgynous designs and has had a major part in blurring the lines between traditional gender norms His collections challenge societal expectations, celebrate diversity, and encapsulate Chavarria’s unique aesthetic, combining streetwear influences with his bold and inclusive vision.

Eckhaus Latta

Eckhaus Latta is another cutting-edge fashion label that’s spearheading the genderless design movement. Founded by designers Mike Eckhaus and Zoe Latta. The brand has become known for their avant-garde and gender-fluid design. The brand challenges conventional notions of beauty and style and their collections often feature unconventional materials and unique silhouettes, pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion with a focus on inclusivity and individuality.

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Chopova Lowena

Chopova Lowena is a London-based fashion brand founded by designers Emma Chopova and Laura Lowena. Their innovative designs blend traditional Bulgarian craftsmanship with modern silhouettes, creating a unique and eclectic aesthetic. Chopova Lowena is known for its bold use of textiles, intricate detailing, and sustainable practices, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary fashion with a focus on cultural heritage and sustainability.

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Ella Boucht

Hailing from London, Ella Boucht is a revolutionary designer who challenges traditional gender norms with her unique androgynous and gender fluid designs. Her pieces blur the lines between masculine and feminine, allowing individuals to express themselves freely without conforming to societal expectations. 

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Boucht’s designs are versatile and inclusive, catering to all genders and body types. Her use of bold colours, unconventional silhouettes, and innovative fabrics creates a sense of empowerment and freedom for those who wear her creations. By breaking down barriers and redefining fashion, Ella Boucht is paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse industry.

Luis De Javier

Another visionary designer we can’t get enough of is Luis De Javier, known for his beautiful take on boundary-pushing genderless design. His creations defy traditional gender constraints, offering a fresh perspective on fashion that is inclusive and diverse. De Javier’s pieces blend elements of both masculine and feminine styles, resulting in a unique and avant-garde aesthetic that challenges societal norms. 

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His use of unconventional materials, intricate detailing, and bold colour palettes sets him apart in the industry. By celebrating individuality and embracing fluidity, Luis De Javier’s designs inspire self-expression and empowerment for all who wear them. His work symbolizes a new era of fashion that is inclusive, progressive, and truly ground-breaking.

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Understatement Milano is a reflective brand, based around the idea of less is more. The brand was founded by Paolo Salluzzi and Matthias Tarozzo, and features garments constructed by the best Italian craftsmen as they navigate through a genderless and clean-cut concept. This notion has been further brought to life through their latest collaboration with MP Massimo Piombo, an Italian brand devoted to using exclusive artisan fabrics that embodies Italian culture. The partnership has led to an elegant collection of sweaters, which we couldn’t resist sharing.

The jumpers are genderless, designed to be enjoyed by anyone no matter how they identify. Made of merino wool, with a special honeycomb pattern, the jumpers are presented in classic navy blue and camel, passing through a bright magenta. They also come in a turtleneck and round-neck fit. 

The collaboration is centered around great craftsmanship, seen in the exclusive fabrics and patterns chosen, all Italian manufacturing, and exceptional attention to detail. Both brands are well presented within the collection; with urban and sensible styling from Understatement Milano and the sartorial elegance of MP Massimo Piombo. 

The collection is on sale, exclusively, in the store/showroom in Via San Maurilio in Milan and can also be purchased from Understatement Milano’s Website.

Words by Nadia Clasper

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The latest celebrity to join the entrepreneurial beauty ranks is American rapper, Lil Yachty. He recently teased the arrival of his gender-inclusive nail polish range CRETE, launching on May 21st.

“I’d like to introduce my new nail paint line @crete__co,” reads his Instagram caption, and clicking through to the official page, the tagline proudly reads ‘For You. Not Them.’ With a rising interest in gender-inclusive cosmetics, Yachty has not missed a beat with his new business venture.

CRETE features three exclusive lacquers dubbed ‘Negatives 001.’ The monochromatic all matt range includes white, light grey, and black which are packaged in a convenient pen design – activated by clicking the top.

A firm believer in being unapologetically yourself, the rapper turned entrepreneur said: “It’s unisex but I want it to be more focussed on for men to use it, and to be more comfortable in their own skin,” he said. “Because bro, it’s 2020, you know what I’m saying, like it’s about to be 2021. Come on, what are barriers? We still have barriers?”

Say it louder for the people in the back. He is one of the long list of male celebrities sporting “man-icures” (ASAP Rocky, Harry Styles, and Machine Gun Kelly, to name a few). Take a peek at the promo video below.

Words By Rosina Findlay

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Fashion is a key means of self-expression for many people around the world. With lockdown now easing in the UK, many of us are gearing up to jump out of our loungewear and into something a bit more runway ready.

An ever-growing part of fashion is the need for gender-inclusive clothing that promotes fluidity. It’s not news that people are rejecting the binary framework of gender identity and visual representation, but it’s safe to say that we’ve never seen so many brands opting for genderless collections.

We’ve put together a list of brands who promote the message that anyone can wear whatever they like, regardless of traditional gendered structures. From fun colours and silhouettes to hand-drawn illustrations and natural practices, the genderless trend is proving its place in a more diverse future – one which places us at the heart of it.

Eckhaus Latta

American fashion label, Eckhaus Latta, was founded in 2011 by Mike Eckhaus and Zoe Latta. Eckhaus Latta have carved out a place for themselves in the industry as a brand that consistently questions established structures and norms, creating gender-neutral designs and casting non-models for its shows. Using unconventional fabrics such as plastic, fishing line, and quilting as well as deadstock materials, Eckhaus Latta is one to watch for fun, vibrant clothing items.

£ 345

Eckhaus Latta Surface swirl top

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£ 345

Eckhaus Latta high-waisted jeans

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£ 450

Eckhaus Latta Filati knit jumper

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One DNA

Based on the desire to create an urban brand that prioritises inclusivity, One DNA is the brainchild of Simon Black and Travis Weaver. Breaking down the boundaries between womenswear and menswear without sacrificing style, One DNA comprises gender-neutral garments that avoid the typical boxy and oversized aesthetic in favour of tailored and fitted clothing. A black, queer-owned, and eco-conscious brand, One DNA is quickly becoming the leader of the new unisex trend.

£ 32.50

As Long As You Can Breathe T-Shirt

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£ 27

Women Are Powerful Tote

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£ 118

Day Jacket in White Seersucker

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Nicopanda

New York based street style brand, Nicopanda, is best known for its playful approach to genderless clothing. Led by Nicola Formichetti, the brand seeks to capture the imagination of street enthusiasts around the world through edgy designs and collections – as well as some amazing collaborations. Some well-known collaborators from recent years include Ariana Grande, Refinery29, Champion, Amazon Prime, Pepsi, MAC, and Hello Kitty. With the motto “DESIGNED FOR ALL AND AVAILABLE TO ALL”, Nicopanda is an exciting take on gender-neutral fashion.

DB Berdan

DB Berdan is an urban lux brand launched by Turkish designers Deniz Berdan and Beg Berdan, with a base in London. DB Berdan’s collections focus on creating genderless apparel that defies heteronormativity, appealing to those who prefer not to be defined by sex, race, or gender. While the brand has a current focus on athleticwear, they are also infamous for their street wear – as seen in the SS20 collaboration with Smiley. DB Berdan also has backing from several major celebrities, including Halsey, Agnez Mo, Little Mix, Jessica Anne Woodley, RAY BLK, Rudimental, Kojey Radical, Stefflon Don, Princess Nokia, and GIRLI.

£ 40

DB Berdan Raw Edged Denim Pants

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£ 60

DB Berdan 80s Self Love Club Shirt

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£ 48

DB Berdan Tie Dye Dress

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Daniel w. Fletcher

British-born designer Daniel Fletcher skyrocketed in popularity last year after participating in Netflix’s Next in Fashion, where he placed second. Fletcher has since gone on to launch multiple collections through London Fashion Week, take on his first season as Artistic Director of Fiorucci, and debut his first ‘womenswear’ collection. While given the title of a contemporary menswear brand, Fletcher has always remained adamant that his clothing is for all who want to wear it. In a conversation with Vogue, Fletcher commented with reference to his AW21 Collection: “My beliefs are still the same — a shirt is a shirt and a pair of trousers is a pair of trousers — to be worn by anyone.”

£ 900

Daniel W Fletcher Tailored Leather Jacket

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£ 180

Daniel W Fletcher Off Cut Vest

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£ 350

Daniel W Fletcher Hickory Striped Jacket

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OlderBrother

Characterised as a ‘one-of-a-kind ethical fashion shop’, Olderbrother is a contemporary gender-neutral fashion brand that champions slow fashion and ethical practice. The brand is known for paying close attention to the materials they use, opting for natural dyes that reflect their preference for natural colour palettes. Olderbrother was founded by Bobby Boonaparte and Max Kingery, who are passionate about educating their clientele on the harmful impacts of the wider fashion industry. With the aim of creating garments that anyone can wear, Olderbrother is truly unique in their preference of brand ideals over current trends.

£ 176

OlderBrother Chore Coat – Light wash Denim

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£ 165

OlderBrother Cut Off Jort – Algae Green

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£ 86

OlderBrother Waffle Tank – Kelp Brown

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Official Rebrand

Founded by nonbinary artist MI Leggett, Official Rebrand is an anti-waste clothing brand that champions fluidity of expression. Leggett hand paints and alters discarded clothing, creating upcycled pieces that are one of a kind and customisable. As noted by the CFDA, Official Rebrand’s “transformative process celebrates the fluidity of identity, dissociating garments from gendered categories, reintroducing them without arbitrary social constraints.” With their most recent collection, ‘collapse/convulse’, Leggett reemphasised the importance of fashion as a means of self-expression, in particular for marginalised groups in contemporary society.

£ 64

END LESS Corset

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£ 92

WANTS EVERYTHING painted skirt

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£ 57

ANGELS HAVE NO GENDER BUT LOTS OF SEX mockneck sweatshirt

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Words By Charlie Colville

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For some years now, the line between masculine and feminine has been narrowing. Society demands fewer distinctions, and brands are aiming to eliminate gender frontiers.

A tendency towards genderless clothing is arising, in favour for ambiguity in form and style – becoming ever-present both on the catwalk, and in our wardrobes.

Minimalist but colourful designs in the edge of androgyny that seek the support of a chameleonic industry to erase the social borders of gender forever.

From large firms to low cost textile companies, there is an emerging change of mentality towards genderless fashion that has been echoed through the launch of collections that blur the frontier of sexes. This does not imply femme men or masculine women, but a nod to a point where both sexes merge together, redrawing a neutral space in which the masculine and feminine peacefully coexist.

The conventional assignment of shapes and colours by gender – for example, believing that pink is effeminate and blue is for boys – has turned out to be a social construction that is losing more and more strength. Nowadays, genderless fashion goes far beyond a simple trend and represents an authentic reflection of social transformations. After all, the rules and stereotypes from the past are there just to be broken.

In recent years, we have been witnessing a progressive reduction of gender polarisation in clothing by reputed designers as Alessandro Michele. Creative director of Gucci and sponsor of a fashion without gender barriers, his debut was in 2015 Milan Fashion Week. He decided to go one step further and introduced this tendency straightforward to the catwalks: long-haired male models proudly wearing pink and historically feminine textiles like lace, velvet or satin. Female models walking around with shaved heads, tucked in XXL clothes. And this is not all: he presented the transsexual model Hari Nef as part of this edgy and vibrant AW16 Menswear Show – where she absolutely rocked it.

Following this trend, Zara launched its first unisex collection in 2016 under the name “Ungendered”, characterised by neutral hues and basic lines that share sizes and designs. Since then, other affordable textile brands, like H&M or ASOS, have also joined the concept of gender fluid.

Androgyny is not something brand new in the fashion industry: Coco Chanel’s tailored suits were the first clothing expression to empower women and fight gender stereotypes. Others, such as Yves Saint Laurent in the 60s or Calvin Klein in the 90s, were pioneers in betting on a unisex wardrobe. Today, millennials are the undisputed protagonists of these cultural transformations. The referents of the new generations -Cara Delevingne, Harry Styles or Zendaya- play with ambiguity and run away from labels.

So, what does agender fashion offer us? Skinny jeans, wide t-shirts, classic hats and tailored suits. Women who are willing to turn a maxi-shirt into a dress with just a belt and men who dare to wear patterns that were previously forbidden, such as flowers or animal print. In gender-fluid fashion, there are no right or wrong garments. Perhaps, genderless is the future of fashion. Blurred lines and more fluidity in the designs, freedom of choice and no differences between collections and creating clothes only thinking of the personality, not of the gender. At a time when young people do not feel the need to define themselves, the gender-fluid tendency has crossed the barriers of fashion and is presented as a new inclusive reality, where nothing is either black or white. The main challenge is to overcome prejudices and forget about what people say. Feel free to choose, free to dress, free to be yourself.

Words by Marta Eireos

Graphics by Sasha Green

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