10 Men Wearing Chokers

The choker necklace was one of the most popular trends of 2016, and it's not slowing down in the new year. The iconic necklace isn't exclusive to any one gender: male models walked the runway at shows like Louis Vuitton and Gucci sporting chokers — and some of our favorite icons from Elvis to Prince have worn the fitted neckwear with pride. Still, a new stock of "male chokers" on ASOS sent Twitter into a frenzy as users wondered aloud what it means for gendered fashion. Answer: everything. Maybe it’s time that the world evolves past the urge to assign a gender to fashion items — that, in truth, can be embraced by all. Just look at some of our favorite male stars for proof. They've been wearing chokers for decades — and kicking ass while doing so. Here are just 10 men who prove chokers know no gender.