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A composite of four images of clothing models wearing a loose button down, jumpsuit, tie-front buttondown and flowing sheer robe, respectively
Queer Fashion Shopping

So You Want to Dress Like the Main Character

Is pretending I am the protagonist in romance novel a fun way to tamp down some of my nerves about being back out in the world? Yes!

Christina Tucker June 25, 2021 18 Comments
A composite of four photos of models wearing some really solid mommi-inspired shorts.
Queer Fashion Shopping

So You Want to Wear Shorts This Summer

We covered the return of the 90s and the 70s in our last edition, and you can expect to see that trend continuing here! The 90s influence is especially strong in the athletic short space — think Princess Diana and her iconic bike shorts. The 70s vibes are coming in hot with prints and patterns, which I personally am digging!

Christina Tucker May 14, 2021 15 Comments
Post-Pandemic Lesbian Fashion: There are four people in jeans against a white background in this collage. The first is a femme person in black straight leg jeans, the next is a person with shoulder length hair in wide length pants, the third is a close up of light blue jeans in a flare, and the last are black cropped capri jeans.
Queer Fashion Shopping

So You Want to Remember What Clothes Are? Here’s a Guide to Updated Basics

Have you recently found yourself staring into the vast abyss that is your closet or dresser or (let us be honest) floor, wondering what on earth clothes are? How do they go on a body? Why do they go on a body? Have no fear, the “So You Want To…” column is here!

Christina Tucker April 30, 2021 55 Comments
A collage of Courtney Williams, Bria Hartley, and Diamond DeShields with their new WNBA jerseys.
Queer Fashion Sports

Came Through Drippin: The New WNBA Jerseys Are Fire (and So Are The Players Wearing Them)

The new WNBA jerseys for 2021 are the must-have merch for your post-COVID vaccine summer. We’ve ranked our faves and, of course, tried to satiate your thirst for the players wearing them.

Natalie April 15, 2021 11 Comments
A collage of three models wearing robes, from L to R, a men's smoking jacket, a flowing satin peacock-patterned robe, and a feathered lilac chiffon robe
Breakups Queer Fashion Shopping

15 Robes for Gay Divorcées

Although not everyone is lucky enough to be a hot gay divorceé (yet! Life is long, stay positive!) everyone can get into the staple of the gay divorceé wardrobe: the robe.

Rachel April 8, 2021 26 Comments
Three styles of underwear from our roundtable.
Queer Fashion

Covering Our Butts: Let’s Talk About Underwear

“I like how I feel in my boring, black briefs, and I’ll probably keep wearing them for the rest of my long, gay life.”

the team October 24, 2020 30 Comments
A collage of Cara Delevingne, Chika, and Willow Smith modeling the newest Savage Fenty Lingere.
Queer Fashion

Here’s Some Hot Queer People in That Fancy Rihanna Underwear Because F*ck It We Love You

You know what? We need this. It’s been a helluva year.

Carmen Phillips October 5, 2020 7 Comments
Queer Fashion

New Me, New Wardrobe: A Transformative Makeover

“My wardrobe was previously built around my dysphoria with my chest, and I’d love an affordable way of starting my wardrobe off to celebrate my wonderfully trans, queer, and Latinx body.” Building a wardrobe can be a daunting, but fashion consultant Doreen Pierre was ready to help Dante Bravo express who they.

Doreen Pierre September 10, 2020 17 Comments
A collaged image of photos of four Autostraddle staffers - Drew, Shelli, Kayla and Kamala from L to R - posing in outfits with a stylized pink lens flare
Dating Queer Fashion

7 Hot Queers and Their Go-To First Date Outfits

The best advice for a first date is always to be yourself; obviously you’re also interested in being the hottest, most unforgettable version of yourself. A good first date outfit does both.

the team September 3, 2020 18 Comments
A tough and pretty chola woman, with the top of her hair teased and dark lipstick, places both of her hands on a huge painted mural banner and looks over her shoulder with anguish and "don't fuck with me" energy. She is looking over her shoulder and the top of her white tank top is pulled to the side showing off a tattoo. The banner, in a stylized script reads: "Dedicated to Ronnie ..anes Dwayne Walker."
Queer Fashion

The Allure of Chola Femininity

This is precisely what I admire about cholas, and what I wanted to emulate for myself as a femme. These women were highly feminine, but not the dainty kind, the kind that has lived a thousand years.

Cortez August 24, 2020 16 Comments
Issues Queer Fashion Shopping

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
Queer Fashion Shopping

25 Soft Pants for Loungewearing All Over The House

Let’s keep it casual.

Riese May 19, 2020 20 Comments
Queer Fashion

Meet the Designers Who Are Working Hard for a Queerer Sustainability Movement

Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and we are reminded that sustainability is inherently queer. The movement won’t — and can’t — continue without the queer community.

Emma Banks April 22, 2020 17 Comments
basic butch style
Queer Fashion

Basic Butch Style: The Breakup

Newly single? Read this first.

Holly March 25, 2020 2 Comments
Queer Fashion Shopping The L Word: Generation Q

Style Thief: The Jumpsuits of “L Word: Generation Q”

The L Word: Generation Q featured ten jumpsuits in eight episodes of its triumphantly stylish first season. By popular demand, we have produced for you how to get a similar look for your own self.

Riese February 28, 2020 9 Comments
Queer Fashion The L Word: Generation Q

Generation Q Costume Designer Deirdra Govan on Finley’s Cut-Offs, Going Braless, The Joy of Jumpsuits and So Much More

“The first thing you see Finley in is her Wildfang popsicle underwear. That was an intentional and immediate call out to her character.”

Riese February 28, 2020 12 Comments
Pets & Animals Queer Fashion

The Real Stars of New York Fashion Week Were These Dogs and Cats and Pigs

They’re beauty and they’re grace, they’re puppers from outer space!

Heather Hogan February 13, 2020 27 Comments
Queer Fashion

Basic Butch Style: The Perfect Coffee Date

I’m a big fan of coffee dates. When I think of my favorite coffee shops, my mind conjures up warmth and texture. Taking inspiration from that feeling, I put together two outfits, paying special attention to texture and flow.

Holly February 11, 2020 2 Comments
Queer Fashion Sex Toys

Frisky Business: Talking with Independent Queer Harness Designer Emma Alamo

The babe behind the buckles is Emma Alamo — a queer creator, a recovering alcoholic, a proud power bottom and business owner with serious hustle. Emma welcomed me into her studio and talked about social media, body image and building a career selling bondage gear.

Ro White February 11, 2020 2 Comments
Queer Fashion

Basic Butch Style: Eight Hour Layover

By making a few careful swaps, you can stay comfortable in what you’re wearing without sacrificing any style points.

Holly January 8, 2020 4 Comments
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