But as Marco Berriel, a former Bejart dancer, showed in his own choreography on this bill, an androgynous image can also have a creative edge.
Her blistering rock lyrics and almost androgynous image have led to comparisons with that priestess of '70s confrontational art rock Patti Smith.
Lennox's striking androgynous visual image, with close-cropped, orange-coloured hair, and attired in a man's suit brandishing a cane, immediately made her a household name.
In the music video, Xia shows his transformation to an unconventional androgynous image that was inspired by his role as the fantasy and mystical being "Death".
This lean, sporty, androgynous image is as limiting and as difficult to achieve as more conventional beauty ideals.
Both songs were accompanied by music videos, showcasing Andi's androgynous image and his signature 1980s-inspired synthpop sound.
The topic of gender bending is further emphasised by Corner's own distinctive and androgynous image.
Angel sported an androgynous image and elaborate stage sets.
Placebo are known for their androgynous image and angst-fueled musical content.
He cultivated an androgynous image with a shag haircut and a dandified wardrobe that harked back to 70's rock stars.