In July 2013, dapperQ published our first ever list of 100 Most Stylish dapperQs. This was by far one of our most popular posts, but was by no means exhaustive. Since the original post was not comprehensive enough to capture all of the amazing dapper that exists in our community, our team decided to compile an annual list of 100 most stylish dapperQs. This year is our SEVENTH anniversary of this piece!
Important things to know about this list…
Those on the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 lists are, for the most part, not eligible for the 2019 list because we want to reserve space to celebrate other members our community. But, not to worry; those on the first list, on the second list, on the third list, on the fourth list, on the fifth list and on the sixth list still hold their titles.
Individuals were selected based on a nomination system. Don’t see someone you think should be on here? Nominate them for the 2020 list by e-mailing [email protected].
Our list is trans inclusive because our mission has always been to be a fashion and empowerment website for the unconventionally masculine: masculine and androgynous presenting women, gender queers, and trans identified individuals — anyone who has been told that masculinity, androgyny, and masculine-leaning non-binary style is off limits to them.
This is NOT A RANKED LIST!!
This list is not based on sexual orientation, but rather style and expression.
Nominees have a range of styles: some are fluid, and many do not fit neatly into the gender binary. Styles range from andro-chic, to dandy, to tomboy, to rock n’ roll, and more…
“Eff that! Where’s all the high femme fashion?” We agree 100% and have recently started a sibling project, Hi Femme! We have received A LOT of push back and criticism for it. But, femme visibility is important and we plan on moving forward regardless of the haters. Our goal was to have a list that integrates Hi Femme! this 2019 edition, but we are still working on building a solid archive of images that represent a diverse range of femme expression. We do not want to run a piece that is not inclusive and intersectional. If you know of a fierce femme to feature, please feel free to nominate them at [email protected]. We need more submissions, and they come from you!!!
1. Milly D.
Model
[Instagram]
Photo by serichai traipoom
2. Ty May
Co-Founder of T&J Upcycling: Re-Designing Expression
[Instagram]
Photo by Jonny Edward
3. Emma Herrera
UX and Visual Designer at IBM ix
[Instagram]
4. K. Norris
Emergency Medicine
[Instagram]
Photo via @crossfitemt
5. Chella Man
First Asian deaf transgender model signed to IMG Models
[Instagram]
Photo by Ryan Duffin
6. Ayomide
Model
[Instagram]
Photo by Imogen Slater
7. Jess Torres
Music Maker; Stylist
[Instagram]
Button-up and photo by Kirrin Finch
8. Ksenia K.
Creative Director & Custom Clothier at Ian Rios New York
[Instagram]
Photo via @kseikon
9. Beatrice Siko
Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @beta_siko
10. Nat
Blogger
[Instagram]
Photo via @oaknmetal
11. Fox Squire
Production Accountant
[Instagram]
Photo by OFFBEATIMAGING
12. SOAK.
Singer-songwriter
[Instagram]
Photo via @soaksoaksoak
12. Janae’ Pittman
Fashion Creative
[Instagram]
Photo by @memok3
14. TJ
Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @renegades_
15. Megan Kimberling
Creative Director, SOURCE | CREATE
[Instagram]
Photo by PedrO_Oros photography
16. Ilesia Boyles “LeLe”
Admissions Representative
[Instagram]
Photo via @lehuncho
17. Queen Sharp “Queen”
Probation Officer
[Instagram]
Photo via @theking_in_thequeen
18. Jessica Brownlee “Jess”
Criminal Justice Information Analyst
[Instagram]
Photo via @jessicabrownlee_
19. Angela Smith “Angie”
Environmental Specialist
[Instagram]
Photo via @_eatmyfashiion
20. Desi Sulca
Video Producer/Editor/Director
[Instagram]
Photo by @iamnijai
21. Izzy D.
Photographer; Model; Stylist
[Instagram]
Photo via @bizzy.bean
22. Lexy Foxley-Johnson
Photographer
[Instagram]
Photo by Rosie Ablewhite
23. Rosie Ablewhite
Freelance Artist
[Instagram]
Photo by Lexy Foxley-Johnson
24. Jasmyn
[Instagram]
Photo by Lorenzo Wallace
25. Beverly Winters
Postal Service
Photo by Matt Crump
26. Amber of Amber’s Closet
Vlogger
[Instagram]
Photo via @amberscloset
27. Sara Nata
Stylist and Fashion Enthusiast
[Instagram]
Photo via @sara_nata
28. Raheena
Blogger
[Instagram]
Photo via @sheiskinggrayh
29. Bandy Kiki
Digital Brand Strategist; LGBTQ Activist
[Instagram]
Photo via @bandykiki
30. Hannah Rad
TV Host; DJ
[Instagram]
Photo via @hannahrad
31. Selena Ferrer
Artist
[Instagram]
Photo via @selenaferrer
32. Lilly Singh
Entertainer
[Instagram]
Photo via @iisuperwomanii
33. G. Célestine
Designer; Influencer
[Instagram]
Photo by @mojofotoco
34.Tanekwah Hinds
Wellesley College, Class of 2015
Women’s Health Program Coordinator | Fenway Health
[Instagram]
Photo by @allyschmaling
35. Mx. Beltran
[Instagram]
Suit by Bindle & Keep. Photo via @mx.beltran
36. Sarabi
Blogger
[Instagram]
Photo by @gilly_topicha
37. Sam Henning
Artist; Actor; Activist
[Instagram]
Photo via @alexandriamonette
38. Lindsay Cale
Travel Blogger
[Instagram]
Photo via @lindsaycale
39. Elijah Martinez
Union Carpenter
[Instagram]
Photo via @thetransitexperience
40. K.
Model and Public Figure
[Instagram]
Photo by Gabrielle Alexa Noel
41. Deana Williams-Williams
Director; Writer; Producer
[Instagram]
Photo by @shotbyerv
42. Amy Harclerode
Chief Development Officer, Hetrick-Martin Institute
[Instagram]
Photo by @paoloceritano
43. Aimee Phillips
Footballer, NZ International
[Instagram]
Suit by Sundae Suits. Photo via @aimeethebadass
44. Tangina Stone
Musician
[Instagram]
Photo via @stoneblu
45. C. Renali
BSN
[Instagram]
Photo via @hefeyogi
46. Ronnie
Vlogger
[Instagram]
Photo by @0rlannss
47. o²
Musician
[Instagram]
Photo by @its_holes
48. Meg Cameron
UX Designer
[Instagram]
Photo via @megcameronny
49. Piggy
Model; Creative
[Instagram]
Photo via @yourpigfriend
50. Zemora (Zee) Davis
Fashion and Fitness Enthusiast
[Instagram]
Photo by @annekes_world
51. SheAh Prince Eternal
Life Coach; Writer; Artist
[Twitter]
Photo by Matt Crump
52. Storme DeLarverie
According to Stormé and eyewitnesses, Stormé was the spark that ignited the Stonewall riots
53. Ashton
Creator
[Instagam]
Photo via @not.hsa
54. Olly
Model
[Instagram]
Photo by @agusparedesmx + @andreaenlaluna
55. Princeton
Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @pr1ncessxxx
56. Cyrus Golestan
Co-founder/CEO of Trans In the Wild
[Instagram]
Photo by Em Watson
57. Anna Rommel
Public Figure
[Instagram]
Photo via @rommel.anna
58. Lia Bass
Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @oldirtiislim
59. AV
Deaf Asian Queer Stud, Program Manager and Deaf Interpreter
[Instagram]
Photo via @lalu03
60. Bethany C. Meyers
Founder and CEO of The Become Project
[Instagram]
Photo via @bethanycmeyers
61. Mika
[Instagram]
Photo via @mikarowe
62. Divinity Ray
Hair Stylist; Performer; Activist
[Instagram]
Photo by @justinelisz
63. Florida Elago
Software Engineer; “Menswear” Influencer
[Instagram]
Suit by ASOS. Photo via @floridaelago
64. Jae Rice
DJ
[Soundcloud]
Photo via dapperQ
65. Ellen Ford
Queer Fashion Podcast Host; Designer, Sharpe Suiting
[Instagram]
Suit and photo via @sharpesuiting
66. Arei Butler
Hip-Hop Feminist; Ph.D. Candidate
[Instagram]
Photo by @lbphotography1
67. mary-kate
Wardrobe Stylist/Assistant; Model
[Instagram]
Photo by @mrfowora
68. Karla
Queer Officiant; Love Storyteller
[Instagram]
Photo by @laurynkayphotography
69. Dao
Dapper Queer and Wanderluster
[Instagram]
Photo by @atsocanicole
70. Jehan Kennedy Soderquist
Artist
[Instagram]
Photo via @existeraidinilska
71. Grace Jones
Supermodel; Singer-Songwriter; Actor; Producer
[Instagram]
Photo by Lynn Goldsmith
72. Bex Taylor-Klaus
Actor
[Instagram]
Photo via @veronica.graye
73. KM
Blogger
[Instagram]
Photo via @summacumlaugay
74. Jidenny
AAS, Surgical Technology; BA, Biology
[Instagram]
Photo via @jidenny
75. Jan Angus
Photo via @butchisnotadirtyword
76. Bobby
Tattoo Artist; Designer
[Instagram]
Photo via @mollyktadams
77. Lucas Elliot
Co-founder/COO Trans In the Wild
[Instagram]
Photo by @matineeidolphotography
78. Shanda Pöwer!
Model
[Instagram]
Photo by @lenscope_lsp
79. Christine Soifer
Director of Business Development
[Instagram]
Photo via @therealween
80. Maria Boutzoukas
UX Designer
[Instagram]
Photo via @marakiboutz
81. J Aprileo
Content Creator
[Instagram]
Photo via @comfyfattravels
82. Agathe Mougin
Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @krammerstoudt
83. Marina Alaine Braynon-Moore
FL House of Representatives Aide
[Instagram]
Photo via @marinatedmoore
84. Helen and Char
Public Figures
[Helen Instagram | Char Instagram]
Photo by @rachelsherlockphotography
85. Mayra Nevarez
Public Figure
[Instagram]
Photo by @nightengalephotography
86. FIVEBOI
DJ
[Instagram]
Photo via @fiveboi
87. Kaye Awatin
[Instagram]
Photo via @kayeawatin
88. DJ Dimples
[Instagram]
Photo via @djdimples
89. Katy Erin
Actor; Screenwriter
[Instagram]
Photo by @mmmaryhoward
90. Foxx
Investor; Entrepreneur
[Instagram]
Photo by @asiamphotography
91. Alina Vega
Writer
[Instagram]
Photo by @annazonianphoto
92. B. Edge
Model; Activist; Event Curator
[Instagram]
Photo via @thetrillest_89
93. Jess
Southern Dandy
[Instagram]
Photo via @ledapperdiva
94. Sunshine Estes
Artist; Fashion Enthusiast
[Instagram]
Photo by @caleb____c
95. Max Masure
Co-founder, Argo Collective
[Instagram]
Photo via @madmaxmasure
96. Jade
Content Creator (Comedy)
[Instagram]
Photo via @thisisjade
97. Syd
Assistant Designer, HALSTON; Artist; Model
[Instagram]
Photo via @3xeyes
98. A.T.
Marketing
[Instagram]
Photo by @studioxiiiphotography
99. Tee
Multi-dimensional Artist
[Instagram]
Photo via @teefergus
100. Damaris
Model
[Instagram]
Outfit by Stuzo. Photo by @mariyastanglphoto
101 (ok one more) DJ Lamiez Holworthy
DJ and just stylish human we love
[Instagram]
Photo via @lamiez_holworthy
OUTFIT OF THE YEAR: LENA WAITHE (DAPPERQ MOST STYLISH CLASS OF 2016), MET GALA
via Hypebeast
