Figuring out gender is not always an easy, fast, or singular process. For some of us, understanding our relationship to gender takes years, shifts through different labels, or is defined by fluidity rather than a fixed identity. Personally, genderqueer feels like the most correct description of how I experience my gender identity. My gender lives in big, amorphous shapes that encompass but are not limited to “woman.” Though gender identity […]
Editor’s Note: Products for this review purchased by The Lingerie Addict and the reviewer. All opinions are the author’s own. Editor’s Note (6/29/20): Since publication of this article, several ethical issues have arisen with this brand. Please reference the comments on this tweet for more information. Queer-owned underwear business Tomboyx has been quietly making a name for themselves amongst folks who want well-made, fun, everyday underwear for any gender. They’ve […]
A time of celebration, resistance, and community, Pride can also be an incredibly affirming experience for folks whose bodies, genders, and styles aren’t represented in the mainstream. What better time to show off some of the fun, glittery, and glamorous lingerie in your wardrobe? Even better if you can support queer-owned businesses while you do it! I’ve included a number of queer-owned and explicitly queer-friendly lingerie companies here. For me, […]
For gender non-conforming folks, going to the beach can be fraught with uncertainty. There are few places where so much of our bodies are visible and few garments so publicly gendered as swimwear. Luckily, more and more companies are coming out with options for a range of bodies beyond your typical bikini or board short. There are many androgynous options out there, no matter your style! Here are my summer […]
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links When shopping for underwear, plus size consumers have more options than ever before. From high waist briefs and boyshorts to thongs and hipsters, plus size underwear frequently comes in the same range of styles as straight sizes. However, finding what you like if you’re plus size isn’t always an easy feat. As a plus size woman, when I discover a new panty, I often […]