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On the other hand,Atsuko Kudo, who has her own namesake couture latex label, feels that latex doesn't always have to be sexy. "I have always thought that latex can be for everyone and can potentially be worn in any situation," she tells NYLON. "It is, of course, a highly sensual fabric, but our senses are complex and are not only just 'sexy.' Though, of course, latex is a fetish fabric, I have always designed entirely with latex, and I design every type of garment." You'll see Kudo's designs everywhere from the red carpet to the bedroom.

Laura Petrielli-Pulice, founder of latex labelVex Clothing, agrees that latex has begun to lose its fetish reputation, which is the reason she began her label in the first place. "I think that over the past couple of years, latex has made a splash and is now being associated with high fashion and streetwear, which I think is amazing. It's the whole reason I started working with latex — I wanted to see more fashion pieces in this amazing fabric."

So, how can someone begin to work this magical fabric into their own wardrobe? When it comes to her own clients, who include Shawn Mendes and Catherine O’Hara, Briseno would opt for something a little more bold latex clothing. For her celebrity clientele, she’d choose something likea large statement coator blazer, or perhaps even a head-to-toe full latex outfit in a neutral color, she explains, to balance out the use of the material.

For the average person’s closet, however, she recommends a lighter touch. “The best way to integrate a trend subtly is to do it through your accessories and footwear,” Briseno says. “Instead of going for your stapleblack leather boots for fall, try them in a latex finish, or perhaps a latex beret or headband.”

In a similar vein, Lenov suggests starting with layering in pieces, making sure there is a bit of balance between latex and non-latex. "For example, try a cute latex bra layered over a button-down with a pair ofdenim jeansand booties," he says. "Also, I would recommend pairing statement pieces with more neutral pieces for balance, such as a latex skirt with a crop top, or a pair of latex pants with an oversized T-shirt or jacket. You always want to make sure it's balanced to avoid the look of trying too hard."