
01/07/2025
In the midst of ridicule and ostracism, q***r people have continually created codes to wear their identities on their sleeve. Fashion is where Lewk magazine spotlights the q***r community’s innovations in communication.
Green carnations for gay men and lavender for le****ns are some of the first additions to formal dress which indicated sexuality. Leather and Dr. Marten’s continue to be embraced, paying homage to the origins of q***r signaling in the 1940s and protests in the 1980s respectively. As politicians continue to encroach on our rights, we draw from our roots in fashion, honoring our ancestors who fought so we can be seen.
We are everywhere. We have always had ways to close ranks and commune with one another. We will continue to celebrate ourselves, for ourselves. Even if it goes out of fashion with those who would like to see us disappear.
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