Non-gendered clothing is making headlines everywhere, from magazines to celebrities like Miley Cyrus and Rihanna. Beanies, plaid shirts, snapbacks and Jordans are seen on both men and women. These unisex styles portray a specific attitude; fashion designers call it “grunge,” and it’s considered today’s most popular trend. So what if we transformed menswear into women’s fashion? Here are three different pieces, three different styles and three different ways to feel sexy in men’s clothing.
For one look, take an oversized men’s bro-tank from H&M and tie a gray button down around the waist to show off those curves. A black hooded sweater is a great layering piece for simple T-shirts or dresses, and putting the hood up adds a dramatic touch and completes any casual outfit.
“It’s nice being able to utilize men’s clothes, the comfort ability with the style,” Andi Remoquillo, junior, said.
Remoquillo wears a football themed T-shirt with leather leggings and adds purple knee-socks for a feminine touch. She completes the look with patent leather combat boots, elevating a basic look to a night-time get up.
As another possibility, wear an oversized men’s open neck sweater over a leather bandeau, add two-tone black sheer tights and sky high spiked heels for evening wear. The low cowl neck is perfect for busty women without purposely revealing cleavage. Adding little details like patterned tights, colored knee socks or trendy heels transform menswear into marketable women’s fashion. The idea here is to create your own design with basic clothes sold at common retail stores like H&M, Zara and Urban Outfitters.
TV personality Kylie Jenner is famous for taking this trend to the next level. Dime Piece LA, a label known for its bold unisex statements, is a brand Kylie, Ciara and Rihanna love to incorporate into their everyday wardrobe. Designers like Phillip Lim, Alexander Wang and Theory are fashion designers to watch for when it comes to men’s silhouettes and boxy moto jackets for women.
Fashion fades but style is eternal. Think unconventionally and have fun. After all, there are no boundaries with fashion.
