Are Androgynous Male Models Acceptable On Today’s Runways ?

Hi there fashionistas…

Today I’m talking about  Jean Paul Gaultier’s, new muse androgynous male model Andrej Pejic.

Pejic has played a prominent role  in the last three fashion spectaculars from Gaultier… who over the years has treated us to much drama, exquisite creations and inspirational runway shows.

Naturally, his Haute Couture S/S 2011 show in Paris did not disappoint.  It was spectacular!

I am going to assume that we’ve all seen Pejic on Gaultiers mens runway sporting long female inspired hairstyles.   Perhaps this prompted Gaultier to place him alongside Karolina Kurkova in his Spring 2011 womens campaign (see below)…

Can you tell which one is the guy? For those of you who are not sure Pejic is in the fishnets and matching trench coat  (photos courtesy of www.fashioning.com).

Last week, Pejic participated in the Haute Couture S/S 2011 Show, which was pure brilliance.  In this show Pejic was the Bride….Yes you heard right, the Bride (see below).

So I’m asking you the question fashionistas… Are androgynous male models acceptable on the runways of the “noughties”?

Is this all about creating a hype to promote a product? Or is Gaultier reflecting all elements of the world we live in today (races, lifestyle choices etc) on the runway?

Where would you draw the line? Do you think we should draw the line?  How do you regard this possible fashion trend?

(Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images).

Share your thoughts!

I’m looking forward to the discussion and yes I am up 24/7 watching and tweeting about ALL the Fashion Weeks.

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Talk soon fashionistas

Shaz