10 Models that Bend Gender Best

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

Whoa man. Man, wow. Sex is fusing together. Girls can be boys, boys can be girls, especially when they’re better as the opposite. Seriously, Andrej Pejic makes a prettier lady than most. He may be the buzziest wo-man right now, but many madam-sir models are making waves. Our favorite androgynes are wise; they are chameleons that werq their genetics out of any gender box. See our top 10 and glimpse into their mentality for a moment’s time.

RUNWAY: Limi Feu Spring 2010

Edited by Kirby Marzec

If Limi Feu’s Spring 2010 doesn’t have Japanese style written all over it, I don’t know what does. Daughter of designer Yohji Yamamoto, Limi Yamamoto certainly followed in her father’s footsteps this season with a collection that was more androgynous than a kid on Christopher Street (She even used male models to heighten the sense of androgyny in the womenwear!) Yamamoto exaggerated basic menswear with elaborate lapels and sleeves, brining yet another version to the trend. But I must say, the shoes, mostly masculine oxfords and booties, stole the show.

AD-DICT: Raquel Zimmermann For Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2009

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Raquel Zimmermann got in touch with both her masculine and feminine sides for Fall 2009′s Jean Paul Gaultier campaign. That is some genius photoshopping.

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AD-DICT: Raquel Zimmermann for Jean Paul Gaultier Fall ’09

Edited by Monique Montagnese, Contributor

Raquel Zimmerman successfully plays both gender rolls in these Jean Paul Gaultier Fall ads. Raquel has always been a bit androgynous looking with her sharp cheekbones and pointed nose but this short haircut and masculine styling takes the look to the extreme. I’m loving the masculine/feminine dichotomy in these ads. This is proof of a versatile model and a versatile collection.

SOURCE: Fashion Gone Rouge

THE NEW “IT” SHOE: Christian Louboutin’s Rollerball Loafers

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Forget the Yves Saint Laurent cage heels and the Chanel bow-tie heels, the next shoe to covet is undoubtedly Christian Louboutin’s studded Rollerball Loafers. In light of the androgynous trend, Louboutin has combined the transition from heels to flats as well as the stud obsession into the ultimate casual gone glamorous shoe. Prepare to suffer the wrath of backorder, because these $995 puppies, despite the recession, are sure to sell out during pre-order! 

Pre-order your Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers at Saks Fifth Avenue here! 

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SPREAD UM: Comme Frere et Soeur, Anna Selezneva by Mario Sorrenti

Edited by Saynt

Anna Selezneva your androgyny is NO. You scare me in your ability to look like a little boy. Makes me wonder if you’re hiding any berries in your biddies. Congrats Emanuelle for unsexifying my wet dream, totally can’t look at her without feeling a bit pedophilic now.

Shot by Mario Sorrenti and Styled by Emmanuelle Alt.

LINKAGE: like brother and sister.

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Slick Tuxedo Style Pant Androgynous Look

Edited by Lauren Garroni

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Marc Jacobs Does It Again…

Edited by Rebecca Alexander

Leave it to Marc Jacobs and Juergen Teller to come up with another kooky ad. The Marc by Marc Jacobs’ fall shots are out and feature a cute LBD with large bow detail. The overall effect’s a little Breakfast at Tiffany’s, down to the dark shades and chunky jewelry. But the twist (and with Marc there’s always a twist): The ads feature top male model Cole Mohr in said cocktail dress.

Source: NY Mag

Personally, I hate most Marc Jacobs ads, but this one really hit me. A definite statement, compared to previous ads, this defines where fashion is going these days: towards more and androgynous clothing. NOT saying that I would like to see a dude in a dress, or skirt, or tights, but anything goes these days, and if you are daring enough to do something outside of the box, you get my respect.

Weigh in indies, agree or disagree?