Inclusive Fashion Uncovered: Top Gender-Neutral Clothing Brands to Watch
Fashion has always been more than fabric and flair—it’s been a statement. A protest. A declaration of who we are and who we refuse to be. Today, inclusive fashion is leading the charge, creating space for gender expression, cultural identity, and economic empowerment all at once.
I know this personally. I’ve spent years searching for clothes that felt like home—pieces that didn’t force me to shrink, blend in, or perform a version of myself that society found acceptable. Inclusive fashion gave me permission to choose differently. To prioritize comfort over convention. To wear something and think, finally… this feels like me.
So if you’re tired of binary racks and outdated sizing charts, you’re not alone. Here are some standout gender-neutral brands—especially from creators of color—that are changing the game and proving that fashion isn’t just about trends. It’s about transformation.
Brother Vellies
Black-owned, artisan-crafted
Founded by activist and designer Aurora James, Brother Vellies creates timeless, handcrafted pieces rooted in African traditions. The brand promotes slow fashion and ethical employment while offering gender-inclusive designs in footwear, bags, and apparel. Minimalist fashion, maximum impact.
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Phlemuns
Black-owned
Created by designer James Flemons, Phlemuns blends high fashion with streetwear, offering gender-fluid pieces that are both avant-garde and wearable. He’s dressed celebs like Lizzo and Janelle Monáe—but his pieces are made for the everyday statement-maker too.
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Rebirth Garments
Disabled, queer, and trans POC-owned
Run by Sky Cubacub, Rebirth Garments focuses on radically inclusive clothing that fits all bodies, all abilities, and all genders. Think custom-made, body-positive, and unapologetically vibrant. Adaptive fashion that empowers everybody.
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FLAVNT Streetwear
Queer Latinx-owned
FLAVNT is more than just cool streetwear—it’s a mission. Founded by siblings Chris and Courtney Rhodes, the brand donates proceeds to trans individuals for gender-affirming care and offers inclusive items like binders and crop tops for every body.
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Why Inclusive Fashion Matters
Inclusive fashion is freedom in fabric. It challenges who gets to be seen, celebrated, and served in the style world. For BIPOC designers and queer entrepreneurs, it’s not just about clothes—it’s about rewriting the rules, creating jobs, and showing up boldly.
Fashion isn’t frivolous—it’s revolutionary.
Support the Movement
Want to support the movement? Start with your wardrobe—and don’t forget to tag your inclusive fit with #TotalApexStyle.
