The Quarter-Zip As A Gender Neutral Fashion Staple

Published: FEB 20, 2026

HOW IT WENT MAINSTREAM

A$AP Rocky layered a brown quarter-zip from Miu Miu, a label traditionally associated with womenswear, making it look completely natural. The quarter-zip isn’t tied to obvious masculine or feminine cues.

HOW IT'S WORN IN REAL LIFE

As Daksh Sharma, founder and creative director of T~24 Story puts, “It works in offices, on flights, at dinners, and in business meetings. The quarter-zip answers a real need: one piece that moves with different versions of the same man.”

STYLING THE QUARTER-ZIP

A quarter-zip works best as a quiet layer. Over a fine T-shirt or a solid polo-collar shirt. With tailored trousers or slim straight denim. The zip should sit slightly open, never fully closed. The goal isn’t to spotlight the garment. It’s to spotlight the man

GETTING THE COLOUR & TEXTURE RIGHT

Think muted, melange blues with earthy shades. They dominate for a reason and go well with your existing wardrobe. Brushed knits, soft cashwool, lambswool, and melange yarns add interest without feeling fussy.

WHY IT WORKS ALL YEAR ROUND

It’s a wardrobe staple for a reason. Quality materials, functional design, and a timeless silhouette give it staying power beyond seasonal shifts. It offers the kind of versatility men actually look for, moving easily across settings. 

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