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In the past year alone, brands like New Yorks Nicopanda and Hood By Air and even European high fashion labels like Gucci, Burberry and Saint Laurent are experimenting with these non-conforming looks. Androgyny, gender blurring, unisex clothing, cross-dressing or however you refer to it is by no means a new movement, but it is definitely having a moment now and its here to stay, said Alice Casely-Hayford, online fashion editor at Hunger magazine

Heavier brocades and velvets suit winter dinners at upscale restaurants

Leopard print shoes look particularly fabulous with neutrals such as brown and in contrast, with bright colors like red and blue

The elastic back and adjustable straps mean it fits beautifully at every stage and every occasion without ever trying too hard