“You’re a man, not a woman” vs. “We love it.” Jules Kunde’s skirt divides social networks.

The most stylish man in football has struck again. Jules Cunde caused another sensation after appearing “superb” at Clairefontaine on May 29. This September 2, for the start of the academic year of the French football team, the 25-year-old footballer arrived at the historic headquarters of Clairefontaine in a bold and very fashionable image. Barely laced black boots, white stockings, a multicolored sleeveless knit… but above all, a pleated black knee-length skirt. A sketch that once again caused a strong response in social networks.

“She just wears clothes”

“Style has a name,” “We love it,” “Eventually they’ll understand one day,” “I salute you for setting a standard for others to follow,” the defender’s fans enthused about his look. Under the Instagram post. But the skirt, often a female garment, was not unanimous. Online, some reactions were less kind. “Boy, you’re a man, not a woman. A little reminder in case you forget,” complained one of the Internet users. To which one user replied: “He’s just wearing clothes. If you are offended by a man wearing clothes, then go cry somewhere else and don’t stay on his page.”

Three months ago, Jules Kunde appeared in jeans outbreakleather jacket and orange tie at Clairefontaine. She accessorized her outfit with a vintage Louis Vuitton Keepball bag created in collaboration with Steven Sprouse in 2001, and wore cowboy heels. Shortly after this came out, sociologist Jamil Dakhlia told us that “the evolution of male characters through footballers mirrors the evolution of masculinity in society”. The expert also reminded that in the 2000s David Beckham was already noticed “for his appearance, hairstyle, attention to fashion”.

Clothes do not make a monk

Note that despite the criticism, Jules Cunde remains true to himself… and above all, in tune with the times. After wearing her country look in May and signing Louis Vuitton by Pharrell Williams, the soccer star is wearing a skirt, an accessory imported from women’s wardrobes that is increasingly attracting men.

We remember Brad Pitt, who in July 2022 dared to wear a skirt on the red carpet of the movie. Bullet Train:. The 60-year-old actor, an extremely popular and influential sex symbol of cinema, simply proved that clothes do not determine a man’s level of masculinity in any way. It’s enough to inspire a new generation who enjoy mixing genres when it comes to fashion. We’re thinking of 28-year-old actor Paul Mescal, who opted for micro-shorts on the front row of Gucci’s fashion show in June. Or, more recently, sprinter Noah Lyles, who caused a sensation during the Paris Games with his manicure and pearls in his hair. However, players’ appearance continues to be viewed by some through a gender lens.