Subvrt’s Guide to Mental Health Care During the Coronavirus Quarantine
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of fear and confusion all over the world, impacting significantly on our mental health care. Many of us are checking our phones almost constantly, wanting to get the next big update on the virus, hoping to mentally prepare ourselves for what is to come next. Numerous governments across […]
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Slam Poet’s Powerful Prose Tackling Ignorance to Drive Social Change
Harmony Week (March 15th – 21st) celebrates multiculturalism and the integration of migrants into the community. Like the name suggests, the day is about respect, inclusiveness and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, united by a set of core Australian values. This year, luxury Australian tea brand, T2, are taking a […]
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Being an Eco Hoe™ with Plant-Based Label LAZ
LAZ is a 100% plant-based, ethical and sustainable design brand. In a world of fast-fashion and detachment from the source of our wardrobe, LAZ integrates compassion and sustainability into every creation. The materials used are natural and gentle on the body as well as the planet. LAZ aims to use purely natural textiles and fibers, […]
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Bringing Trans Women to the Forefront at GoGo Graham
On a rainy Thursday afternoon, the Judson Memorial Church at Washington Square Park was glowing pink and reverentially quiet. Stepping in, out of the afternoon light, diurnal time paused for the Gogo Graham FW 2020 show. Silks, cottons and mesh chiselled into miraculously sculpted gowns trailed through the chapel, adorned by toeless ballet flats (cut […]
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‘Shades of Masculinity’ Explores the Gender-Fluid Nature of Makeup
‘Shades of Masculinity’ explores the idea that makeup is an art form that should be shared with everyone, no matter what a person’s gender, sexuality or ethnicity is. Makeup shouldn’t be labeled just for a singular type of person or conformed to limitations. “Makeup is an art that is inclusive and I want to share […]
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The Chromat Olympics Hit NYFW 2020
On a Sunday night in the Financial District, long after the bedtime of stock traders and suits, Chromat’s team of 22 models assembled in the Rise by We gym to complete their final training for the 2020 Chromat Olympics. Clad in brilliant striped and swirled performance fabrics, models rotated through sets of deadlifts, battle ropes, […]
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Dorian Electra’s “Guyliner” is the Gender-Bending Myspace-era Video of Our Dreams
Today, gender fluid popstar Dorian Electra (they/them/theirs) shared a music video for their glam-worthy track “Guyliner”. Directed by Dorian Electra and their long time creative partner Weston Allen, the video sees Dorian take on the ideals of masculinity by shaping and breaking stereotypes. The visuals and outfits in the video were styled by Dorian, with choice looks influenced […]
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‘Bad Bitches Only’ Explores Sex Appeal & Strength
‘Bad Bitches Only’ is all about empowerment, strength and sex appeal, as these women own their worth and show it to the frame, the concept being inspired by the collaboration between photographer Helmut Newton and designer Thierry Mugler. Photographer Damarys reached out to a group of models who were bold enough to strut their curves […]
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TIGHT ROPE: Bondage and the Freedom of Self-Expression
For Play Out Apparel, diversity and inclusion don’t stop at a size, race, age, ability, gender or sexual identity…they love their kink community with abundance! Play Out was privileged enough to be able to turn to two very skilled, talented friends in the rope bondage community for their Valentine’s Day 2020 campaign. Shot by Liz […]
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CATNIP: Genetic Modification & Queer Berlin
In the distant future, the cosmetic industry holds authority and a new dominant species prowl the earth. Xeno-Felines were born when designer genetic modification evolved to become a genetic mutation. CATNIP was conceived when drag artist Purrja and photographer Hue Hale met after both immigrating from Ireland to Germany. Through feeling accepted in their new surroundings, […]
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