Anthony Gomes is turning thrift finds into elegant ‘Indo-Western’ outfits—and he’s challenging gender norms along the way

This story was originally published on Passionfruit.

We’re reaching out to some popular creators to get their best tips and tricks for success and better understand the ups and downs of life as a trailblazer on the internet.

This week, we caught up with Anthony Gomes over email. Gomes is a South Asian American fashion, style, dance, and photography influencer known online for transforming thrift finds into elegant “Indo-Western” outfits. He often challenges gender norms with his looks by styling Sarees—a garment traditionally worn by South Asian women—into menswear. His deeply personal artistic style, influenced by his cultural heritage, has cultivated an audience of over 91,000 followers on Instagram and Pinterest.

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