androgendriven
Androgendriven is a neologism used to describe an approach or persona that combines an androgynous aesthetic with a pronounced sense of purpose or drive. It is not a formal identity category; rather, it denotes the way appearance and behavior are coordinated to convey efficiency, confidence, and nonconformity. The term originated in online countercultural and fashion discourse in the 2010s, though exact attribution is uncertain and used variably across communities.
In practice, androgendriven presentation blends features often associated with both masculine and feminine styles—clean lines, minimal
Relation to other concepts: it differs from simple androgyny, which describes a lack of gendered signaling;
Limitations: since it is a colloquial term with no standardized definition, interpretations vary and may stigmatize
See also: androgyny, gender-nonconforming, fashion aesthetics, performance studies.