Eivind Ertesvag 
Mark Bryan, a 61-year-old engineer from Germany, is fearlessly challenging gender stereotypes. He has garnered significant attention on social media for his daring outfits, which often include high heels and skirts.
Historically, high heels were initially made for men in the 1600s, but they have become almost exclusively associated with women’s fashion. Mark Bryan is one of the modern men reclaiming this popular footwear for those beyond the female gender.
Bryan is a father of three and works as a robotics engineer. He divides his time between parenting and his job, but he loves to spend his free time wearing high heels and skirts. His unique style has amassed nearly 660,000 followers on Instagram, where he regularly posts photos of himself in various combinations of skirts, boots, and pumps.
Clothes have no gender
Bryan firmly believes that clothing should not be gender-specific. He prefers skirts over dresses because they allow him to pair them with more traditional «masculine» tops. Additionally, he feels that skirts offer a broader range of variety compared to the typical trousers most men wear to work.
Support from family
Mark’s children fully support his fashion choices. He has raised them to understand that clothing does not define one’s sexuality or gender. His daughter is one of his biggest fans and looks forward to the day she can borrow his clothes. His wife is also very supportive, often helping him choose his outfits.
Facing resistance
Of course, not everyone is as understanding. Mark has faced a variety of negative comments both online and in real life. He frequently reminds people that they wouldn’t ask the same questions if he were wearing more traditional pants.
Mark Bryan’s story is a powerful reminder that courage to be oneself can break down gender norms and pave the way for greater acceptance and understanding in society.
