China’s summer heatwave has brought back the viral Beijing Bikini trend where men prioritise comfort over style.
While some of us are currently layering like we’re auditioning for a winter survival documentary in Cape Town, over in China it’s a completely different fashion story.
In Beijing, the so-called “Beijing Bikini” has been spotted again and no, it’s not what you think.
Before anyone panics or starts booking flights for fashion week, this isn’t an official trend or runway moment. It’s actually a very practical, slightly hilarious summer habit where men (mostly older generations) roll up their shirts to expose their bellies in an attempt to survive the intense heat and humidity.
So while we’re out here freezing our small toes off and questioning life under a blanket in June, the ouens in Beijing are simply saying: “Not today, sleeves.” Crop tops it is.
