‘Genderless Fashion’ features trans activist Max Appenroth discussing gender norms and the importance of queer representation.
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Why ‘Womxn’ is a Harmful Term to Trans and Non-Binary Femmes
Trans model, writer and digital artist Alexandra Chandra (she/they) brings a daily dose of much-needed realness to the world of social media. She is an active voice of reason who shares vital pieces of information for the transgender and queer communities while educating readers about the true meaning of “womanhood”. For Trans Day of Visibility […]
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Non-Binary Upcycled Fashion in ‘Earthly Identities’
In her collection, Melisa Minca takes upcycled clothing to transform bodies and make bold statements about our desires through non-binary fashion. These characteristics find their origin in the Garden of Eden where the binary roles for sex, gender and power became defined. Here, in this series, the Garden of Eden has been rediscovered and in […]
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Kodi James’ Debut Single ‘Elizabeth Taylor’ Challenges Gender Norms
Kodi James is an up-and-coming LA-based queer pop artist whose music takes inspiration from classic icons of the ’70s & ’80s, with a modern and timeless flare. His first single, ‘Elizabeth Taylor’, visually and lyrically takes on gender norms as Kodi plays an androgynous Elizabeth supported by queer men of color. This is an effort […]
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Honeymoon Syndrome Explores the Regressiveness of ‘Straight Culture’
‘Honeymoon Syndrome’ is a real-time translation based on a process that is fluid, performative and experimental. Shot by Berlin-based photographer Elis Jolie, the editorial explores the regressiveness of straight culture (that is still ubiquitous and treated/imposed as the universal default) still finding comfort in the binaries, and poking fun at some of the traditional ideas surrounding […]
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Womunsual: Removing Gendered Association with Clothing
The inspiration used for ‘Womunsual’ was the questioning of “Why does a woman still need to dress in a ‘feminine’ way to reaffirm her position as a woman? What is beauty? Is beauty in clothing? Is beauty in the appearance of people?” We believe, as queer people, it is our duty to question and confront […]
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Utopia Erotica by Weston Allen: An Exploration of Sexuality
The latest track by Weston Allen, “Utopia Erotica”, is a tongue-in-cheek exploration of past, present, and future sexuality. A college fight song for a faceless, genderless student body to sing their alma mater’s kinks and quirks. An anthem to let your checkered freak flag fly. The video is self-directed by Allen who also starred, edited, […]
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L’un et L’autre (The One & The Other): A Search For Identity
“L’un et L’autre” (The One & The Other) takes us on a wondrous journey of self-exploration. Sailing deep into forgotten emotions, in search for identity. A collaboration project between Diana Law Printed Accessories and h7o7Films, the film examines one’s true self against public opinion and the pressure to conform to society’s rigid guidelines of gender […]
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“Liquify” by Mood Killer Dismantles Social Norms
The latest video by Mood Killer, “Liquify” is out, co-produced by Chicago-based DJ Shubu, this twisted take on 2000s LMFAO-era dance anthems is a dark celebration of dismantling social norms. Mood Killer shape-shifts from a femme secret agent to a DJ bro to a genderless pop star. Directed by Mood Killer and produced with long-time […]
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Power Dressing with The Black Market x Melisa Minca
The evolution of women in the workforce peaked during World War II. Working women were everywhere: steering the wheels of trucks, welding metal parts for war machines, and completing labor-intensive tasks in factories. Like any job, it came with challenges such as dealing with the male gaze and negotiating pay. And a huge part of […]
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