“Girls who are boys, who like boys to be girls…”
It’s time to man up! This season, it’s all about androgynous fashion, as man-styled tailoring evolves into workable women’s fashion.
What is it?
Before you raid your bloke’s wardrobe and leave him with nothing but his boxers, remember that this is still a feminine look, but with a masculine edge. It’s oversized, but with clean lines for a deliberate and powerful feel.
Forget 80’s shoulder pads: this look is the ultimate boy meets girl. Think boyfriend shirts, blazers, and men’s overcoats for the colder months. Loafers, brogues, monk-straps and Chelsea boots are set to become your new best friends. Your whole look doesn’t have to be masculine though: take elements of men’s style and glam it up with a few frills, lashings of mascara, and some bold red lipstick to really pack a punch.
A hint of lavish dandyism with floral prints and retro styling is a great way to keep this masculine look soft and feminine too.
Who’s doing it?
Both followers of fashion and practitioners of practicality are adopting this versatile androgynous fashion, and it is flattering at any age. Style icons include Agyness Deyn, Alexa Chung, and Caroline Flack.
Where to wear?
Day…
As a practical, smart and all-around versatile look, this is one that will carry you anywhere and everywhere.
Flat shoes are great if you’re on your feet all day, so are a great option for shopping. You’ll be ready for all situations, and suited and booted you’re certain to impress at work.
…To night
Wear some smart boots with black tights and a dress and you’re on to a winning style that will score you mega man-points.
Take your place as one of the boys!
Browse our Lifestyle Editor’s picks of the best brogues, loafers, monk-shoes and Cheslea boots to add a tomboy twist that’s bang on trend…
“The Pikolinos Brighton brogues take on the two-tone trend – this heritage style is a must-have.”
“Fiery red is the hottest hue right now. The two-textured finish of the Vitti Love Seville makes them a top-notch pair.”
“I love these brogue-detailed Chelsea boots – classic, transitional and tri-tone, they’ll wear with anything and everything!”
“Monk-Straps are mannish must-haves this season – the Maria monk-strap shoes are streamlined and sophisticated.”
How are you wearing your borrowed-from-the-boys boots and shoes this season? Send in a snap of your style on our competition page and you could win a year’s supply of shoes!
