‘Daily Misfits’ is a daily observation journal showcasing unique, versatile, culturally diverse and nonconforming queer fashion. It’s a visual observation journal recording fashion choices made by the author and other folks in daily life that hold a common theme of cultural/gender diversity, originality, non-pretentious fun and or just gorgeous dapperness. ‘Daily Misfits’ is a project by New York City-based artist Yao Xiao, a native of China and a professional illustrator, collector of odd objects, lover of cats, fashion and beautiful people.
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Yao Xiao is a China-born illustrator based in New York City. Yao Xiao creates artwork depicting a poetic visual world where complex concepts and human emotions are examined, amplified, and given physical form.
Her work has helped people all over the globe connect at unique moments, from the celebration of the 20 Year Anniversary of the SXSW Interactive Festival, to the grand release of pop singer Katy Perry's single 'Dark Horse.' She has created deeply emotional and beautiful graphics for editorial print publications, pop music record covers, concert posters and book covers.
Yao Xiao's serialized comic Baopu currently runs monthly on Autostraddle. It is an original comic exploring the nuances in searching for identities, connections and friendships through the fictional life of a young, queer emigrant.
Baopu stands for 'holding simplicity,' a Taoist ideal of wishing to return to a simpler state.
Find her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Etsy or her website.
Yao has written 129 articles for us.
Wow, these are so awesome. Especially those platform boots.
These are so beautiful! Effortlessly light and so playful! Will you be posting more?
I always love these! The couple with the kid made my heart melt <3
Is the Nyan Cat hoodie real? Because WANT
Hi yes I would really like a Nyan cat hoodie too please
I love your articles!! I’m so inspired to quirk up my queer style.
OMG – these are so creative and adorable and fun and beautiful. All at the same time.
I love this! I’m an illustrator and I’m so jealous of your style and concept! Please make this a regular feature on AS?
I love these.