How to Recreate Kristen Stewart’s Vintage Gender-Fluid Style

Actress, director, and model Kristen Stewart, known for her roles in The Twilight Series, Spencer, Crimes of the Future, and more, along with her modeling for Chanel, has become a fashion icon. Her vintage gender-fluid style is a playful mixture of traditional feminine and masculine pieces, with techniques and details that break constructs. Stewart can be seen embracing both her femininity and masculinity in an effortlessly fluid way.  Whether she’s photographed on the runway, on a red carpet, or by paparazzi, her style is at the forefront. For those of you hoping to emulate Stewart’s vintage gender-fluid style, you’re in luck! We’re breaking down how. 

Take Risks

No matter what aesthetic you’re considering, taking risks is always a must. On and off the red carpet, Kristen Stewart often does this, whether she’s rocking a sleek full black skirt and beaded halter top at The Late Show with Stephen Colbert or a plaid suit jacket, bralette, and black shorts during promotion for her Hulu series, Living For The Dead. Stewart mixes and matches feminine pieces, like bralettes and lace, with more masculine boots and leather. She celebrates fluidity in her fashion and is uniquely her, never fitting into just one fashion box. 

James Dean Cool 

Whether in a fashion house’s campaign or photographed by paparazzi, Kristen Stewart frequently channels a “James Dean look” of white t-shirts, jeans, and leather. This is a men’s fashion style that actor James Dean popularized and was created by actor Marlon Brando in the 1950s. It’s a mixture of Hollywood glamour and rock ‘n’ roll. Originally seen as a counterculture, this aesthetic has been adopted by men and women. Stewart can be seen in effortless white t-shirts and classic jeans or athletic pants. Finish the outfit with complimentary sleek sunglasses and minimal jewelry and accessories to keep the outfit simple. Stewart takes this traditionally masculine aesthetic and gives it a chic vibe. 

Suits with a Twist 

As we’ve said, Kristen Stewart seems to love mixing masculine and feminine elements to create a perfect balance. Her fashion experiments pay off in creating her clear fashion vision. With her suits, Stewart can be spotted mixing loose dress pants with a cropped suit jacket and bralette, for example. She elevates a normal suit by breaking away from traditional ways of styling them. She pairs the suit with multiple chains of different lengths and her sleek sunglasses, just like with her James Dean vibes. When recreating this, think of what you want to play up. Do you want to emphasize femininity? Do you want to add more edge to the outfit? This can help you decide how you want to break fashion rules with your look and create your unique twist on a classic. 

Book a session with a StyldLife stylist if you’re looking for styling advice to achieve your vintage gender-fluid looks. If you feel like your closet is lacking options, book a personal shopping session to start your unique fashion journey. 

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