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Open Thread: How Do You Create, Keep & Care for an Alternative Lifestyle Haircut?

If your hairstyle’s as gay as we think it is, that issue of Cosmo with “Seventy-One Sexy Hair Tips” isn’t going to be real helpful. Here’s your chance to trade styling and haircare tips for your fellow gaymos!

By Rachel| September 17, 2010 | 127 Comments
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Autostraddle 2010 Fall Fashion Guide for Various Shapes, Sizes, Gender Expressions

We’re setting you up for the crisp season of autumn with this epic post of styles selected by Becky, Lily and guest blogger Nicolette. From dresses to flannel shirts, plus-sized to menswear. There’s something for everyone, we guarantee it.

By Becky| August 19, 2010 | 80 Comments
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Tying the Knot: You Can’t Get Married But You Can Make Your Own Skinny Tie

This week in style, learn how to make skinny ties out of regular ties. It’s easier than you might think.

By Laura| August 4, 2010 | 26 Comments
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