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Boyshorts and Girltrunks 101: Your Queer Underwear Guide

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

Riese June 22, 2020 40 Comments
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Monday Roundtable: The Jewelry We Wear Every Day

“My favorite thing in the world is when people ask if it’s a mood ring so I can say yes.”

the team December 3, 2018 37 Comments
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Monday Roundtable: The First Queer People Who Pinged Our Gaydars With Their Style

“I’d actually never even seen a woman in a blazer before. Like a men’s cut blazer. It really was like Fun Home. Inside I really did feel like I KNOW YOU!”

the team November 19, 2018 25 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

Nancy Meyers But Make It Gay: Wearing a Chunky Beach Sweater When Your Life Is Falling Apart

Sometimes you just have to let out your inner Connecticut divorcée on a beach.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya November 13, 2018 25 Comments
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Monday Roundtable: The Lesbian Style Clichés We’ll Never Give Up

“One time my coworker asked if I could dress any dykier and you know what? I don’t know. It’s pretty gay.”

the team November 5, 2018 74 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

Bra Tips and Picks for Ladies with Huge Racks

This meeting of the International Hot Chicks With Large Racks Society is hereby called to order.

Stef April 14, 2014 48 Comments
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Fancy Fun Femmes: The Bra Guide

Sugar and spice and lace and bra-fitting and lingerie and everything nice.

Robin April 11, 2014 18 Comments
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A Queer Fat Femme’s Adventure To Find A Bra That Fits

“It was daunting to go in for a custom fitting but I’m a convert, now. I definitely feel way more confident in my choice of size and style.”

Bevin April 10, 2014 16 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

Real Talk: On Not Wearing Bras (Yes, It’s Okay to Go Braless)

Bralessness still has a ton of social stigma attached to it. People rarely attribute bralessness to comfort or personal preference; instead, it’s seen as a plea for sexual attention, a political statement, or even a lack of self-care.

Cora April 10, 2014 43 Comments
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Top Five Alternatives To Bras

Wearing bras can be just as empowering and bold as rallying naked in the streets at Pride. But for anyone interested in not wearing a bra, here are some alternatives!

Sunny April 9, 2014 56 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

Bras For Babes With Small Busts

If you hear “AA” and don’t think “batteries,” this bra guide is for you!

Riese April 9, 2014 31 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

So, You’re A Trans Woman Looking For A Bra

Buying a bra isn’t always the easiest thing. This can be especially true if you’re a trans woman, and even more so if you transitioned later in life. But don’t worry, I’ve got some tips to help you out.

Mey April 7, 2014 26 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

A Tomboy Femme’s Dream Come True: Comfortable, No Frills, Badass Sexy Lingerie

“I’m also embracing my tomboy/blue jean/lazy femme realness more and more each day. This means if I’m going to spend monies on something, it better be perfect for all of my skipping and hopping around the gender presentation spectrum.”

Hansen April 4, 2014 36 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

6 Tips For First-Time Lingerie Shoppers

The truth is that it can be more than a bit intimidating to shop for lingerie, especially if you are just starting out. To get you started, here are 6 things that I always try to think about when I’m lingerie shopping.

The Lingerie Lesbian April 2, 2014 18 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

It’s Bra Week On Autostraddle!

It’s Bra Week on Autostraddle! Read all about it and kick off the celebrations with a mega-gallery of grrrls and bois in a variety of over-the-shoulder-boulder-holders and otherwise-inclined brasseries.

the team March 31, 2014 27 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

Meet Jennifer, The Genius Behind RodeoH: The Autostraddle Interview

Founder of RodeoH harnesses Jennifer Weaver tells us everything there is to know about the RodeoH and then some, including how her mom’s 40+ years of crafting experience helped the product get born.

Vanessa March 10, 2013 10 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

Briefly Noted: Underwear for Your Masculine Center

What makes “men’s” underwear exclusively for men? Is it still men’s underwear if I’m wearing it? Answers: a) absolutely nothing and b) no, sir.

phoenix March 10, 2013 74 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

The dapperQ Underwear Survey Surveys Your Underwear Anxieties and Dreams

“I almost passed out the first time I bought boy undies. I wish that had been easier. I expected someone to shoot at me. Probably just refuse to sell to me, or laugh, really. But still. Racing heart, whole deal.”

dapperq March 10, 2013 27 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

Plus Size Underwear For All Gender Presentations

Bevin, AKA the sexy and talented Queer Fat Femme, is here to bring you the lowdown on plus size panties for all you grrrls and bois.

Bevin March 9, 2013 15 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion

Femme-ish Underwear Realness Two Ways

Just a couple of femmes talking about why we love the underwear we love and why you should look into loving it with us.

Gabrielle Korn March 8, 2013 27 Comments
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