If you’ve been paying attention to the fashion runways or your favourite Instagram fashion content creator, you’ve probably seen an increasing amount of men in flowy skirts SLAYING the house down. Yes, the trend of men wearing skirts is NOT going anywhere. In fact, it’s slowly becoming the next fashion essential!
Just two months ago, wrestler and actor John Cena was photographed in a skirt and heels, which created an uproar among his fans on Twitter. “I’m sad Cena was wearing a skirt,” said one tweet. While Cena’s look was for the upcoming film “Ricky Stanicky”, many people had a lot to say about it. A man in a skirt? An atrocity, apparently.
However, men are starting to embrace the skirt everywhere – whether John Cena fans are happy about it or not.
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— Joy ★🏳️⚧️ (@illjoy_) April 4, 2023
As gender norms continue to bend and blur, we are seeing more and more men embracing traditionally feminine styles of clothing. One example is the pearl necklace, as well as the colourful beaded necklaces that went from a woman’s vanity table to a stylish men’s accessory. This can also be seen in the increase in gender-fluid clothing brands and designs. Thanks to unisex clothing, it makes it easier for men to try out more feminine styles, from skirts to shiny pearls.
Who’s the first man that pops into your head when you think of guys who dress femininely? Be it Lil Nas X, Harry Styles or even John Cena for that matter, there’s no denying that these celebs have helped popularise this trend. Just look at all these men!
Lil Nas X
Harry Styles
Oscar Isaac
Young Thug
A$AP Rocky (Vivienne Westwood kilt)
Kid Cudi (Louis Vuitton skirt)
Where To Start?
As enjoyable as it is intimidating, shopping for skirts for the first time can be daunting for many. While skirts are generally genderless, and one could easily just shop for a women’s skirt, the sizing and the cutting isn’t always easy to figure out. But, if you’re just starting out, and you don’t wanna spend too much on designer men’s skirts that you’re not sure if you’re gonna wear often, the thrift store is a good place to start! They offer a variety of cuts, fabrics, and fits that don’t cost a fortune. Plus, you can do as many alterations as you want to the skirt to get your desired fit without worrying about ruining it since it’s not a huge investment.
You can start off by looking at the options available to you, and what kind of look and feel you’re going for. For guys who wanna experiment with short skirts but don’t wanna stray too far from what you’re used to, skorts can be a good option. They’re basically a combination of a skirt and a short – you get the look of wearing a skirt but the feel of wearing some shorts.
Not a fan of super short or restraining skirts? A-lines are the way to go, if you’re okay with an unintentional flash of course, that’s part of the fun anyways! Compared to straight skirts, which may feel restraining for some dudes, A-line skirts are much airier and more comfortable (just remember to keep your legs together).
How To Style?
While it may seem like there are only a handful of ways you can wear skirts, you’ll come to realise how foolproof they actually are! You can either make it a statement, or just wear it as if it was another pair of pants. But, here’s some inspo to help you get started.
Back To Basics
As mentioned, skirts are actually really easy to style – just wear them like how you would with pants! There’s nothing wrong with sticking to the basics, just because you’re wearing something that feels more out-there, doesn’t mean you have to pair it with other striking pieces to balance it out. Wear it with a cropped tee, or a sweater vest, and pair it with your favourite pair of sneakers, boots, or loafers, and you’re done.
Plaids & Kilts
Kilts aren’t just for Scottish men anymore. Recently, more and more men are bringing kilts to the streets, pairing them with other in-trend streetwear pieces, such as hoodies, leather jackets, and sneakers.
Blazers
Looks like schoolgirl chic is here to stay. If you’re thinking of getting a pleated skirt, then you gotta try out the suit-and-tie combo at least once! Pair it with some ribbed socks and a sneaker, and you’ll have yourself a Thom Browne 2023 runway look!
Skirts Over Pants
If feeling the breeze between your legs isn’t your thing, just wear some long pants underneath the skirt. A good place to start for beginners, the added layer gives more depth to the outfit, giving it a more masculine look compared to the other styling options.
