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People use '''clothes''' as a way of talk without words, to tell others what kind of person they are. However, because [[gender identity]] is different than [[gender expression]], a person's gender identity may or may not correlate with how they wear their hair or clothes. For example, if someone likes to wear clothes from the women's wear department, or feminine accessories, that doesn't necessarily mean that they identify as a [[female|woman]]. There is no set style or guidelines for [[nonbinary]] presentation due to the diversity of identities encompassed within these terms. Clothing links and descriptions may be identity-specific as well as subject to variation by the individual. For example, a person identifying as an [[androgyne]] may not necessarily wish to [[Nonbinary#Nonbinary_presentation_and_expression|present]] as [[androgyny|androgynous]]. Some nonbinary people like clothes that don't give any female or [[male]] markers (gender-neutral fashion). Other nonbinary people like clothes that mix female and male markers (mixed-gender fashion). Yet other nonbinary people wear clothes that are very similar to either conventional women's wear or conventional men's wear.
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People often use '''clothing''' as a way of communicating without words, to tell others what kind of person they are. However, because [[gender identity]] is different than [[gender expression]], a person's gender identity may or may not correlate with how they wear their hair or clothes. For example, if someone likes to wear clothes from the women's wear department, or feminine accessories, that doesn't necessarily mean that they identify as a [[female|woman]]. There is no set style or guidelines for [[nonbinary]] presentation due to the diversity of identities encompassed within these terms. Clothing links and descriptions may be identity-specific as well as subject to variation by the individual. For example, a person identifying as an [[androgyne]] may not necessarily wish to [[Nonbinary#Nonbinary_presentation_and_expression|present]] as [[androgyny|androgynous]]. Some nonbinary people like clothes that don't give any female or [[male]] markers (gender-neutral fashion). Other nonbinary people like clothes that mix female and male markers (mixed-gender fashion). Yet other nonbinary people wear clothes that are very similar to either conventional women's wear or conventional men's wear.
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'''A note on language:''' Although some nonbinary-friendly talk tries not to use this kind of language, this article has to use the phrases "women's wear" and "men's wear" in order to talk about the characteristics of these categories as they are usually sold.
'''A note on language:''' Although some nonbinary-friendly talk tries not to use this kind of language, this article has to use the phrases "women's wear" and "men's wear" in order to talk about the characteristics of these categories as they are usually sold.
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==Advice for anyone==
==Advice for anyone==
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Some fashion advice has useful application for people of any gender expression, gender identity, or [[gender assigned at birth]]. For example, how to choose clothes that fit well, and that flatter one's figure. For transgender and nonbinary people, the cost of making a change to one's wardrobe can be big. It shouldn't be the biggest cost, so one needs to think about how to make it affordable. This includes how to make a budget, catalog one's wardrobe, plan a minimalist wardrobe, shop cheaply and wisely in second-hand, and easy ways to modify and repair clothes.
Some fashion advice has useful application for people of any gender expression, gender identity, or [[gender assigned at birth]]. For example, how to choose clothes that fit well, and that flatter one's figure. For transgender and nonbinary people, the cost of making a change to one's wardrobe can be big. It shouldn't be the biggest cost, so one needs to think about how to make it affordable. This includes how to make a budget, catalog one's wardrobe, plan a minimalist wardrobe, shop cheaply and wisely in second-hand, and easy ways to modify and repair clothes.
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'''External links'''
'''External links'''
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* Pinterest board: [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/frugal-fashion-tips/ Frugal fashion tips]
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* Pinterest board: [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/fashion-advice-for-all-genders/ Fashion advice for all genders], on topics such as fit and color.
* Pinterest board: [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/frugal-fashion-tips/ Frugal fashion tips] {{dead link}}
* Pinterest board: [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/fashion-advice-for-all-genders/ Fashion advice for all genders], on topics such as fit and color. {{dead link}}
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==Genderneutrale mode==
==Genderneutrale mode==


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Also called "unisex" or "androgynous" fashion, the gender-neutral aesthetic is about avoiding female/feminine markers ''and'' male/masculine markers. A person of any gender can use anything from this aesthetic without looking like they are mixing gender markers. The challenge is that some clothing is thought to be gender-neutral, and is closer to that category than anything, but would still look just a little bit out of place if it was in the men's wear section. Because Western culture to a significant degree sees male and masculine as default or unmarked, and because the rules of men's wear are arguably stricter than women's, men's wear tends to unavoidably get (mis)used as gender-neutral. Nonetheless, it is still possible to avoid some explicit masculine markers while pursuing a gender-neutral look.
Also called "unisex" or "androgynous" fashion, the gender-neutral aesthetic is about avoiding female/feminine markers ''and'' male/masculine markers. A person of any gender can use anything from this aesthetic without looking like they are mixing gender markers. The challenge is that some clothing is thought to be gender-neutral, and is closer to that category than anything, but would still look just a little bit out of place if it was in the men's wear section. Because Western culture to a significant degree sees male and masculine as default or unmarked, and because the rules of men's wear are arguably stricter than women's, men's wear tends to unavoidably get (mis)used as gender-neutral. Nonetheless, it is still possible to avoid some explicit masculine markers while pursuing a gender-neutral look.
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'''Elements of fashion that are gender-neutral:'''
'''Elements of fashion that are gender-neutral:'''
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* '''Kleuren en patronen.''' Neutrale kleuren zijn genderneutraal: wit, zwart, grijs en bruin. De meeste andere kleuren zijn ook goed, maar vermijd kleuren die vrouwelijke connotaties hebben, zoals roze, paars, en pastels. Vermijd decoraties en patronen die als mannelijk of vrouwelijk gelezen worden. Bijgevolg kunnen gendernutrale outfits soms praktisch, utilitair of sober ogen.
* '''Kleuren en patronen.''' Neutrale kleuren zijn genderneutraal: wit, zwart, grijs en bruin. De meeste andere kleuren zijn ook goed, maar vermijd kleuren die vrouwelijke connotaties hebben, zoals roze, paars, en pastels. Vermijd decoraties en patronen die als mannelijk of vrouwelijk gelezen worden. Bijgevolg kunnen gendernutrale outfits soms praktisch, utilitair of sober ogen.
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'''Externe links'''
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* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/gender-neutral-expression-in-clothing/ Gender-neutral expression in clothing], has a collection of pictures of gender-neutral fashion.
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* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/gender-neutral-expression-in-clothing/ Gender-neutral expression in clothing], has a collection of pictures of gender-neutral fashion. {{dead link}}
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==Mixed-gender fashion==
==Mixed-gender fashion==
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The [[LGBT]] community often calls this "genderfuck," although some give it a gentler name, such as "genderplay."<ref>Raphael Carter, "Angel's Dictionary." 1996-07-14. [http://web.archive.org/web/20050308185631/http:/www.chaparraltree.com/raq/angels.shtml]</ref> In clothing, this gender expression combines traits from that which is conventionally considered "women's wear" with "men's wear," though the wearer can identify as any gender. (Gender expression isn't the same as gender identity.)
The [[LGBT]] community often calls this "genderfuck," although some give it a gentler name, such as "genderplay."<ref>Raphael Carter, "Angel's Dictionary." 1996-07-14. [http://web.archive.org/web/20050308185631/http:/www.chaparraltree.com/raq/angels.shtml]</ref> In clothing, this gender expression combines traits from that which is conventionally considered "women's wear" with "men's wear," though the wearer can identify as any gender. (Gender expression isn't the same as gender identity.)
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'''Some ways to make this mixture:'''
'''Some ways to make this mixture:'''
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* '''Adding one accessory from a different gender expression.''' For example, an outfit that is conventional "men's wear," except for shoes (particularly heels), jewelry, bags, or tights from "women's wear." It can also mean a conventional "women's wear" outfit with the addition of a tie or practical shoes. Since it's only one accessory, the effect can be striking or subtle. This is a good option for people who want to experiment with mixed gender fashion. If a place seems unfriendly, and one feels unsafe, one needs only remove the accessory.
* '''Adding one accessory from a different gender expression.''' For example, an outfit that is conventional "men's wear," except for shoes (particularly heels), jewelry, bags, or tights from "women's wear." It can also mean a conventional "women's wear" outfit with the addition of a tie or practical shoes. Since it's only one accessory, the effect can be striking or subtle. This is a good option for people who want to experiment with mixed gender fashion. If a place seems unfriendly, and one feels unsafe, one needs only remove the accessory.
* '''Adding one clothing article from a different expression.''' For example, a skirt.
* '''Adding one clothing article from a different expression.''' For example, a skirt.
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* '''Combining aspects of personal grooming from more than one gender expression.''' For example, wearing both eye makeup and facial hair. To popular perception, some outfits are made mixed-gender by the mere presence of either makeup or facial hair with an outfit that is otherwise conventional "women's wear" or "men's wear." (Note, though, that about 40% of cisgender women have facial hair,<ref>Julie Bindel, "Women: embrace your facial hair!" ''The Guardian.'' August 20, 2010. [http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/aug/20/women-facial-hair http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/aug/20/women-facial-hair]</ref> so society has only arbitrarily decided that this is not a feminine marker.)
* '''Combining aspects of personal grooming from more than one gender expression.''' For example, wearing both eye makeup and facial hair. To popular perception, some outfits are made mixed-gender by the mere presence of either makeup or facial hair with an outfit that is otherwise conventional "women's wear" or "men's wear." (Note, though, that about 40% of cisgender women have facial hair,<ref>Julie Bindel, "Women: embrace your facial hair!" ''The Guardian.'' August 20, 2010. [http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/aug/20/women-facial-hair http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/aug/20/women-facial-hair]</ref> so society has only arbitrarily decided that this is not a feminine marker.)
* '''Combining the form of one gender expression with the color, pattern, or texture of another.''' For example, redesigning an otherwise masculine article-- such as a rugged hiking boot, business suit, or even just a tie-- so that it has feminine markers such as pastels, florals, or cut-outs.
* '''Combining the form of one gender expression with the color, pattern, or texture of another.''' For example, redesigning an otherwise masculine article-- such as a rugged hiking boot, business suit, or even just a tie-- so that it has feminine markers such as pastels, florals, or cut-outs.
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'''External links'''
'''External links'''
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* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/mixed-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Mixed gender expression in clothing], has pictures and descriptions of many ways to make this kind of look.
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* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/mixed-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Mixed gender expression in clothing], has pictures and descriptions of many ways to make this kind of look. {{dead link}}
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==Masculine fashion==
==Masculine fashion==
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Some fashion is conventionally considered "men's wear," though the wearer need not identify as a man. For the reasons described above, much of gender-neutral and unisex fashion ends up being conventional men's wear. Also, some people who call themselves [[butch]] call it a strictly [[MOGII]] nonbinary gender identity, which is strongly linked with a masculine gender expression. One variation on butch gender expression is soft butch.
Some fashion is conventionally considered "men's wear," though the wearer need not identify as a man. For the reasons described above, much of gender-neutral and unisex fashion ends up being conventional men's wear. Also, some people who call themselves [[butch]] call it a strictly [[MOGII]] nonbinary gender identity, which is strongly linked with a masculine gender expression. One variation on butch gender expression is soft butch.
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In order to make men's wear fit well on their bodies, some wearers [[binding|bind]] and/or [[packing|pack]].
In order to make men's wear fit well on their bodies, some wearers [[binding|bind]] and/or [[packing|pack]].
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'''External links'''
'''External links'''
* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/masculine-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Masculine gender expression in clothing], has pictures and advice about masculine fashion for people of all genders.
* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/masculine-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Masculine gender expression in clothing], has pictures and advice about masculine fashion for people of all genders.
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*[http://www.saintharridan.com/ Saint Harridan]. A retailer. A lesbian-run store specializing in suits that have been adapted to better fit people who were [[Sexes#Assigned female at birth|assigned female at birth (AFAB)]].
*[http://www.saintharridan.com/ Saint Harridan]. A retailer. A lesbian-run store specializing in suits that have been adapted to better fit people who were [[Sexes#Assigned female at birth|assigned female at birth (AFAB)]].
*[http://tomboytailors.com/ Tomboy Tailors] (site temporarily down). A retailer and tailor, specializing in men's wear tailored for AFAB people.
*[http://tomboytailors.com/ Tomboy Tailors] (site temporarily down). A retailer and tailor, specializing in men's wear tailored for AFAB people.
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===Butch===
===Butch===
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There are some differences between conventional men's fashion and [[butch]] fashion. Although butch expression is masculine, it doesn't follow or even subverts the rules of conventional men's wear, and has ways of flagging MOGII identity. Some transgender men-- and people of other genders who intend to pass as men-- are surprised to find that what they thought was masculine attire turned out to instead be butch. As a result of their butch attire, people tended to see them as masculine women rather than as men. Gabriel's web-site [http://ftmguide.rassaku.net/ The FTM's Complete Illustrated Guide To Looking Like A Hot Dude] talks about some of these differences.
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There are some differences between conventional men's fashion and [[butch]] fashion. Although butch expression is masculine, it doesn't follow or even subverts the rules of conventional men's wear, and has ways of flagging [[MOGII]] identity. Some transgender men-- and people of other genders who intend to pass as men-- are surprised to find that what they thought was masculine attire turned out to instead be butch. As a result of their butch attire, people tended to see them as masculine women rather than as men. Gabriel's web-site [http://ftmguide.rassaku.net/ The FTM's Complete Illustrated Guide To Looking Like A Hot Dude] talks about some of these differences.
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==Dandy==
==Dandy==
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Called dandy, dapper, and so on, depending on the particular fashion movement and time period. Although this style uses the structure of men's wear, it has an overdressed, ornate quality, sometimes using traits more common in feminine fashion, so it is often called effeminate. Remember, the wearer can have any gender identity. When fancy masculine wear has been considered "men's wear," they've been considered dandies. When seen as "women's wear," it is often "men's wear" that has been slightly modified with decorative touches more characteristic of "women's wear," such as that seen on businesswomen in the 1980s. Either way, the style is much the same for women and men, so this is arguably a unisex fashion.
Called dandy, dapper, and so on, depending on the particular fashion movement and time period. Although this style uses the structure of men's wear, it has an overdressed, ornate quality, sometimes using traits more common in feminine fashion, so it is often called effeminate. Remember, the wearer can have any gender identity. When fancy masculine wear has been considered "men's wear," they've been considered dandies. When seen as "women's wear," it is often "men's wear" that has been slightly modified with decorative touches more characteristic of "women's wear," such as that seen on businesswomen in the 1980s. Either way, the style is much the same for women and men, so this is arguably a unisex fashion.
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This style is popular in the butch lesbian and [[genderqueer]] communities alike, who call it dandy or dapper. The main trait of that style is that they wear a bow-tie, which is less commonly worn in conventional men's wear.
This style is popular in the butch lesbian and [[genderqueer]] communities alike, who call it dandy or dapper. The main trait of that style is that they wear a bow-tie, which is less commonly worn in conventional men's wear.
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'''External links.'''
'''External links.'''
* This Pinterest board, [http://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/dandy-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Dandy gender expression in clothing], shows pictures of many outfits and clothing articles of this style.
* This Pinterest board, [http://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/dandy-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Dandy gender expression in clothing], shows pictures of many outfits and clothing articles of this style. {{dead link}}
* See also the links for the masculine section, above.
* See also the links for the masculine section, above.
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==Feminine fashion==
==Feminine fashion==
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Some nonbinary people adopt conventional women's wear as a political statement, to challenge the idea that androgyny and gender-neutrality looks masculine. Also note that some people who call themselves [[femme]] say it is a MOGII nonbinary gender identity, which is strongly linked with a feminine gender expression. Some MOGII variations on feminine gender expression are high femme, low femme, and hard femme.
Some nonbinary people adopt conventional women's wear as a political statement, to challenge the idea that androgyny and gender-neutrality looks masculine. Also note that some people who call themselves [[femme]] say it is a MOGII nonbinary gender identity, which is strongly linked with a feminine gender expression. Some MOGII variations on feminine gender expression are high femme, low femme, and hard femme.
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In order to make women's wear fit well on their bodies, some wearers pad and/or tuck.
In order to make women's wear fit well on their bodies, some wearers pad and/or tuck.
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'''External links'''
'''External links'''
* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/feminine-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Feminine gender expression in clothing], has pictures of ways to organize a minimalist wardrobe of feminine attire, and other fashion advice.
* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/feminine-gender-expression-in-clothing/ Feminine gender expression in clothing], has pictures of ways to organize a minimalist wardrobe of feminine attire, and other fashion advice. {{dead link}}
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===Femme===
===Femme===
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There are some differences between conventional women's fashion and [[femme]] fashion. Although the latter is a feminine gender expression, and it uses conventional women's wear, it also involves rejecting conventions and flagging a MOGII identity.
There are some differences between conventional women's fashion and [[femme]] fashion. Although the latter is a feminine gender expression, and it uses conventional women's wear, it also involves rejecting conventions and flagging a MOGII identity.
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==Difference between women's and men's wear==
==Difference between women's and men's wear==
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When people have a wardrobe of women's wear and men's wear, regardless of whether it's always like that or they are in the middle of a gender [[transition]], they discover many small differences between these kinds of fashion that they never noticed before. It's important to know about these, because some of these differences can make it difficult to mix clothing, or to pass as the gender that one intends. These differences can be summarized as creativity vs. conformity, beauty vs. practicality, and some other differences.
When people have a wardrobe of women's wear and men's wear, regardless of whether it's always like that or they are in the middle of a gender [[transition]], they discover many small differences between these kinds of fashion that they never noticed before. It's important to know about these, because some of these differences can make it difficult to mix clothing, or to pass as the gender that one intends. These differences can be summarized as creativity vs. conformity, beauty vs. practicality, and some other differences.
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'''Creativity vs. conformity'''
'''Creativity vs. conformity'''
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Women's wear has more diversity of form, allowing for more creativity in personal expression. For example, the wild variety of different kinds of dresses, each with a dramatically different silhouette. Men's wear outfits look very similar to one another at a glance, with space for personal expression limited to tiny and subtle details. For example, the shape of lapels or color of tie. Men's wear can seem relatively drab and boring, but this simplicity and conformity is an intentional feature, in order to give the impression that one has good composure, and isn't trying to attract attention. Because this attitude is so appropriate for business settings, women's business suits have taken after this.
Women's wear has more diversity of form, allowing for more creativity in personal expression. For example, the wild variety of different kinds of dresses, each with a dramatically different silhouette. Men's wear outfits look very similar to one another at a glance, with space for personal expression limited to tiny and subtle details. For example, the shape of lapels or color of tie. Men's wear can seem relatively drab and boring, but this simplicity and conformity is an intentional feature, in order to give the impression that one has good composure, and isn't trying to attract attention. Because this attitude is so appropriate for business settings, women's business suits have taken after this.
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'''Beauty vs. practicality'''
'''Beauty vs. practicality'''
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Women's wear is constructed to flatter one's body shape, whereas men's wear is constructed to be practical. As a result, the bad side is that women's wear can be inconvenient. (The exception is in sport and camping gear, where women's wear often matches the practicality and durability of men's.) Some examples of this kind of difference:
Women's wear is constructed to flatter one's body shape, whereas men's wear is constructed to be practical. As a result, the bad side is that women's wear can be inconvenient. (The exception is in sport and camping gear, where women's wear often matches the practicality and durability of men's.) Some examples of this kind of difference:
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* Men's wear often has big pockets. However, having and using pockets can make one's figure look bulky, and one's clothes look lumpy. Women's wear gives up pockets in order to make one's figure have smooth lines. Sometimes this means no pockets at all, or fake pockets. When women's wear has pockets at all, they're half or less the size of pockets in men's wear, and sometimes aren't usable. Because of this, people in women's wear carry their wallet, keys, and other things in handbags. People in men's wear carry their wallet, keys, and other things in their pockets, with no need for a handbag.
* Men's wear often has big pockets. However, having and using pockets can make one's figure look bulky, and one's clothes look lumpy. Women's wear gives up pockets in order to make one's figure have smooth lines. Sometimes this means no pockets at all, or fake pockets. When women's wear has pockets at all, they're half or less the size of pockets in men's wear, and sometimes aren't usable. Because of this, people in women's wear carry their wallet, keys, and other things in handbags. People in men's wear carry their wallet, keys, and other things in their pockets, with no need for a handbag.
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* Men's wear tends to have a thicker and warmer construction than the equivalent garments in women's wear. For example, men's sweaters are as warm as they need to be, even if that means they're bulky, but many sweaters for women are as thin as tissue paper. One easily gets too hot in men's, and too cold in women's. This may be part of why men's body language is expansive, spreading limbs out wide and gesturing outward, whereas women's body language is constrictive, keeping limbs close together and gesturing inward. It may be no coincidence that this is also exactly how people move when they are too hot or too cold, respectively.
* Men's wear tends to have a thicker and warmer construction than the equivalent garments in women's wear. For example, men's sweaters are as warm as they need to be, even if that means they're bulky, but many sweaters for women are as thin as tissue paper. One easily gets too hot in men's, and too cold in women's. This may be part of why men's body language is expansive, spreading limbs out wide and gesturing outward, whereas women's body language is constrictive, keeping limbs close together and gesturing inward. It may be no coincidence that this is also exactly how people move when they are too hot or too cold, respectively.
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* Men's wear has a durable construction, made to last for many years. Although there are some odd fads, generally men's wear has a classic look that is unlikely to go too far out of style within twenty years. In contrast, most women's wear is made to last only as long as the fashion season. Their construction and details look nice, but are too flimsy to last through many launderings. This is an intentional feature: it anticipates that the wearer won't want to keep wearing last season, makes way for new fashions, and sacrificing durability allows for more space to experiment with creative expression.
* Men's wear has a durable construction, made to last for many years. Although there are some odd fads, generally men's wear has a classic look that is unlikely to go too far out of style within twenty years. In contrast, most women's wear is made to last only as long as the fashion season. Their construction and details look nice, but are too flimsy to last through many launderings. This is an intentional feature: it anticipates that the wearer won't want to keep wearing last season, makes way for new fashions, and sacrificing durability allows for more space to experiment with creative expression.
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'''Other differences'''
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* Women's wear and men's wear have buttons on opposite sides. There was a reason for this, once, but it hasn't been relevant for over a hundred years.
* Women's wear and men's wear have buttons on opposite sides. There was a reason for this, once, but it hasn't been relevant for over a hundred years.
* Trouser sizes are labeled differently. Those for men are labeled with waist size and inseam. Those for women are labeled with a single number that isn't an actual measurement, and which no company uses the same as another.
* Trouser sizes are labeled differently. Those for men are labeled with waist size and inseam. Those for women are labeled with a single number that isn't an actual measurement, and which no company uses the same as another.
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==Fluid fashion==
==Fluid fashion==
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The ideal solution for the expression of [[genderfluid]] people would be fashion that is so flexible that it could be changed from a feminine, masculine, or neutral signifier at any time of the day, possibly without even needing the privacy of a restroom to change. Such clothing is rare, and would be fruitful for clothing designers to explore. List examples here.
The ideal solution for the expression of [[genderfluid]] people would be fashion that is so flexible that it could be changed from a feminine, masculine, or neutral signifier at any time of the day, possibly without even needing the privacy of a restroom to change. Such clothing is rare, and would be fruitful for clothing designers to explore. List examples here.
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* Some bags have their straps on clips. By fastening the straps differently, you can change the same bag from a handbag or shoulder bag to a backpack. For example, [http://www.bygoods.com/unique-fresh-multifunction-backpack-handbag.html this multifunction bag], or some bags made by [https://www.etsy.com/shop/vadenuevocr va.de.neuvo].
* Some bags have their straps on clips. By fastening the straps differently, you can change the same bag from a handbag or shoulder bag to a backpack. For example, [http://www.bygoods.com/unique-fresh-multifunction-backpack-handbag.html this multifunction bag], or some bags made by [https://www.etsy.com/shop/vadenuevocr va.de.neuvo].
* Hats and caps are generally seen as gender-neutral, and if the wearer has hair that flows down to their shoulders, they can tuck their hair into their headwear for a more masculine appearance, and vice versa.
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'''External links'''
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* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/gender-fluid-expression-in-clothing/ Gender-fluid expression in clothing], has pictures of a few articles of clothing and accessories that could suit this style.
* This Pinterest board, [https://www.pinterest.com/frameacloud/gender-fluid-expression-in-clothing/ Gender-fluid expression in clothing], has pictures of a few articles of clothing and accessories that could suit this style. {{dead link}}
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==See also==
==See also==
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*[[Practical resources]]
*[[Practical resources]]
*[[Transition]]
*[[Transition]]
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*[[Gender expression]]
*[[Gender expression]]
*[[Breast prostheses]]
*[[Breast prostheses]]
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==External Links==
==External Links==
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*[http://genderplayful.com/ Genderplayful]
*[http://genderplayful.com/ Genderplayful]
*[http://androstyle.tumblr.com/ androstyle Tumblr]
*[http://androstyle.tumblr.com/ androstyle Tumblr]
*[http://genderfork.com/category/recommendations/clothing/ Genderfork: Clothing Tag]
*[http://genderfork.com/category/recommendations/clothing/ Genderfork: Clothing Tag]
*[http://genderqueer.tumblr.com/tagged/fashion Genderqueer Tumblr: Fashion Tag]
*[http://genderqueer.tumblr.com/tagged/fashion Genderqueer Tumblr: Fashion Tag]
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