handsome? 24 | October 2011 | woman this month Fashion Our concepts of gender are constantly being developed. This season, certain designers have decided to add to the discussion by giving male/female roles a shake-up. Transsexual model Lea T has enjoyed a super-sonic rise to fame, becoming the face of an increasingly notorious Givenchy campaign. Added to this is the popularity of cross-dressing Andrej Pejic on the runways. His svelte physique and elfin looks blend easily with those of his female counterparts, lending shows an extra degree of intrigue and mystique. Just as some men are now able to mingle freely with the women in the fashion world, so women are now reclaiming certain typically masculine styles. Suiting, crisp white shirts, tuxedos, silk ties and cummerbunds — traditionally the black-tie uniform of those with a Y chromosome — were seen on female models all over the world. More casual looks included super-sized, boxy blazers, slouchy cut t-shirts and large overcoats. CAROlINA HeRrERA Isn’t she ralph lauren balmain moschino nicole farhi chloe alexander wang anna paquin diane kruger elizabeth olsen CELEBRITY TRENDSETTER
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