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Why Are Straight Christian Modesty Influencers Claiming “Tomboy Femme” Like It’s a New Fashion Trend?

“As quickly as the tomboy femme has risen to the heights of wlw stardom, however, she’s also grabbed the attention…

Atlanta Tsiaoukkas

Jul 14, 2025

90s nostalgia

queer fashion

Weird But Legal Fashion Idea: Copy Outfits Leonardo DiCaprio Wore in the 90s

I need some realistic solutions for something that’s not actually a problem. Which is why I went a little off script to break from routine. Just for fun. Privately. Shhh,…

Erin —

Mar 29, 2017

aesthetic rising

astrology, tarot & witchcraft

Aesthetic Rising: Your Astrological Fashion Forecast Featuring Pisces

Here’s the thing: you’re an actual star walking on this earth. And you’re very, very good with clothes.

Cecelia —

Mar 17, 2017

aesthetic rising

androgynous fashion

astrology, tarot & witchcraft

Aesthetic Rising: Your Astrological Fashion Forecast Featuring Aquarius

Whatever you’re already doing, keep it going. Those dumpsters aren’t going to light themselves.

Cecelia —

Feb 9, 2017

donald trump

femme fashion

queer fashion

What I Wore: Navigating the Heteronormative Patriarchy, Pt. 9

This time I cover Trump’s America: Day 1, Day 2, and End of Week 1.

Erin —

Feb 3, 2017

Lists/Top 10s

serious business

queer fashion

28 Hats I Wore When I Thought I Was Straight, Ranked from Gay to Gayest

If the hat fits, wear it.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya —

Jan 24, 2017

queer fashion

The New York Times Wants You To Come Out To Your Parents I Guess?

New year new you.

Erin —

Jan 17, 2017

eleanor roosevelt

one day at a time

comedy

Steal Her Look: Eleanor Roosevelt Monocles

Let’s get you into a monocle that’ll have them saying, “Wow, who’s that stylish lesbian that looks like they belong to an early 20th century sapphic scene alongside Eleanor Roosevelt?”

Erin —

Jan 13, 2017

aesthetic rising

androgynous fashion

astrology, tarot & witchcraft

Aesthetic Rising: Your Astrological Fashion Forecast, Starring Capricorn

Honestly, I’m surprised Capricorn isn’t the #1 heartthrob of the zodiac. In fact, PSA: forget the Gemini who broke your heart, everyone. It’s time for #CapricornBae2017.

Cecelia —

Jan 13, 2017

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Met Gala

Zach Stafford on the Met Gala, Black Dandyism, and André Leon Talley

Ahead of the Met Gala, Zach Stafford reflects on the history of The Black Dandy, the legacy of André Leon Talley, and what it means to cover the Oscars of Fashion.

Taylor Crumpton

queer fashion

#affiliatemarketing

greatest hits

Boyshorts and Girltrunks 101: Your Queer Underwear Guide

Boyshorts/Girltrunks 101: Including 78 boyshorts, girltrunks and boxer-brief suggestions for weirdos.

Riese —

Jun 22, 2020

femmes

greatest hits

Now More Than Ever: Navigating the Heteronormative Patriarchy in a Post-Trump World

What I wore on Election Day and Post-Trump.

Erin —

Nov 22, 2016

femmes

greatest hits

What I Wore: Navigating the Heteronormative Patriarchy, Pt. 2

To a casual viewer, this might seem like a down home, girl next door outfit. Oh, just some casual slip-ons, a jersey top, cut-off jean shorts and a baseball hat.…

Erin —

Mar 25, 2016

femmes

greatest hits

What I Wore: Navigating the Heternormative Patriarchy (Part One)

“When I want to go for a drink at a bar where I know the crowd will be overwhelmingly straight, I take great strides to ensure a look that says…

Erin —

Feb 29, 2016

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