Fashion has always changed and continues to do so, but society still draws boundaries surprisingly quickly around what men and women ‘should’ wear. When a man appears in a skirt or dress, it often provokes criticism or bewilderment.
Vin Diesel
The star of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise showed that his confidence was unshakeable when he appeared in a leather kilt at an awards ceremony in 2003. This choice was likely linked to the event’s Scottish venue, but Diesel carried himself so naturally that it was clear he was genuinely enjoying such a bold look.
Gerard Butler
Staying true to his Scottish roots, Butler knows exactly how to wear a kilt. He looks completely at ease in the traditional attire, although he has often spoken with humour about the ‘occupational hazards’ of such clothing — for example, how he accidentally revealed a bit too much to guests at his sister’s wedding. According to Butler, to look so striking, one sometimes has to be particularly careful.
Billy Porter
The star of the series Pose sees the red carpet as a space for artistic and political expression. Porter uses striking haute couture dresses and skirts to challenge notions of traditional masculinity and, time and again, make the world reflect on what it really means to ‘dress like a man’.
Kyle MacLachlan
The ‘Twin Peaks’ star lent a touch of elegance to the kilt during a celebration of Scottish culture in New York. He appeared effortlessly and confidently in the traditional outfit, proving that this silhouette remains timeless and fits seamlessly into a wide variety of styles.
Jonathan Van Ness
The Queer Eye star is rightly regarded as a master of bold red-carpet appearances that blur gender boundaries. Van Ness often chooses daring dresses and skirts, using his fame to promote the idea that clothing should bring joy and help people be themselves, regardless of gender.
Misha Collins
Although his embrace of the ‘princess’ aesthetic began as a light-hearted moment on the set of Supernatural, fans took a real liking to the look. Collins’ willingness to play with traditionally feminine colours and styles serves as a reminder that a truly open-minded view of the world never goes out of fashion.
