Happiness with nose rings by Kristen. Model’s name is Kristen. Originally posted at: http://cigarettebreaks.tumblr.com/

You can call me… Vic

I identify as… genderqueer–seen as female to most, but I identify strongly as male most days. I occasionally go out presenting male, but I don’t bind, so…*shrug*

As far as third-person pronouns go, … I would answer to both, but have never been called “he.”

I’m attracted to… all types and all kinds. There is no person I would immediately rule out, just based on the way they look. I love a wicked sense of humor, though.

When people talk about me, I want them to… know that I am not defined by any one thing. Yes, I’m that girl who often dresses as a boy. Yes, my hair changes color quite often and I refuse to define myself by my sexuality. I’m a person, not a label. There is so much more to me than that.

I want people to understand… everyone is beautiful.

About Vic
I’m Vic. I’m 20. I’m from Tennessee. I love everybody. Life is beautiful. I love to chat with people who are open-minded and approach the world with open arms. :)

» Define yourself. «

Model Shaun Ross, Photographer unknown. Found at genderplayful.tumblr.com, originally from Afrique.

Topher recommends…

Queer Noir is an art blog that is produced by queer poet and performance artist Topher Cusumano. Queer Noir seeks to showcase the gritty, non-conformist, queer underworld through writing, visual art, and audio installation. With the help of his Trans-man best friend, Topher has created a safe haven for queer, feminist, gender-fucked, art.

» Recommend something. «

PeggyLawless recommends…

Starlight was a delightfully Queer character in the 80’s cartoon series Rainbow Brite. I had a picture of him on my Trapperkeeper and once got in load of trouble for telling my teacher I was his boyfriend.

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Originally posted on They Roared Vintage.

Someone wrote…

I’ve begun seeing my genitals as not quite *right* on my body, but I’m also sure that I’ll have the right body in Heaven. Meanwhile, I’ll focus on others’ needs and work on accepting the bodily gifts I already have.

What’s your experience?

And what are you thinking about gender right now?

Model: Seth. Photographer: Unknown. Originally posted on Seth’s Tumblr, Orange You Glad I Didn’t Say Ginger?

You can call me… Dreux

I identify as… genderqueer. Embracing and loving the boi that I am, but also aware of my feminine traits.

As far as third-person pronouns go, … I prefer to be called “he.” Being called “she” makes me feel weird and uncomfortable. I hate being called “honey,” “mami,” “suga,” etc.

I’m attracted to… I’m attracted to ultra feminine women and the occasional prettyboi. My attraction levels are far and in-between.

When people talk about me, I want them to… realize that although I was born female, that doesn’t mean I agree with that.

I want people to understand… that I’m borderline FTM, there are just somethings I don’t agree with, and I am comfortable and happy in my school being a gentleman. I can adjust to any situation as long as you are respecting my wishes.

About Dreux
I’m Dreux. I’m genderqueer. I’m very different or weirder than anyone you have ever encountered. I believe in the unbelievable. I’m a writer,graphic designer,alien. http://flavors.me/prettiboidreux

» Define yourself. «

You can call me… Vicky

I identify as… a heterosexual transvestite, or the modern definition of queer.

As far as third-person pronouns go, … I prefer male when dressed as a man, but answer to male or female while cross-dressing.

I’m attracted to… only one woman… and she loves me too.

When people talk about me, I want them to… look beyond the assumption that I am transexual as well as transvestite.  Sexual preference should never enter into their conversations.  Their reactions to me should reflect my personality, not my appearance.

I want people to understand… not all transvestites are homosexual, and those who are, exist as wonderful people.  Transvestitism deals with self-image and comfort in one’s own skin.

About Vicky
Vicky is currently studying to be a Fight Director, choreographing fight scenes for the stage and screen.  As such, (s)he is in a profession dominated by macho alpha males who make false assumptions about him/her on a daily basis.  (S)He is fed up with all of the prejudice, and longs for a day when sexual preference is not taboo, but can be freely discussed without embarrassment.

» Define yourself. «

Submitted and inspired by Nenu Cruz. Acrylic and paper on canvas, Cindy Segura.
“The Mix of a Mariposa (butterfly) and Colibri (hummingbird). The hybrid of masculinity and femininity and neither. A third gender that wants to be liberated from the social construct roles and their own.”

Sidney steals the show.

Originally posted on You are Nothing if not Inconsistent

You can call me… Alexxa.

I identify as… a genderqueer feminist. An explorer of identities, sexualities, or otherwise. A self-deprecatory, sardonic, holier-than-thou character. An eco-conscious wanker. A kinky adventurer. All of the above, and more.

As far as third-person pronouns go, … it doesn’t matter to me. Call me “she”, “them,” “ze,” “he,” even “it.” One will realize that they cannot peg me down based on a pronoun alone.

I’m attracted to… other genderqueer feminists. I guess that makes me a narcissist on top of everything else, but aren’t we all, to various extents?

When people talk about me, I want them to… realize that I don’t give a fuck. Really.

I want people to understand… that I’m this, and that, and a whole lot of things. Don’t create assumptions of me, based on how I choose to present myself at any given day. I’ve got a bag full of tricks, and they just don’t stop coming.

About Alexxa.
Labels constrict, but at the same time, they define.

I am a: feminist (but you knew that already), artist, zinester, punk, urban explorer, graphic designer, nerd, photographer, open-source enthusiast, vegan, voracious reader, body-modification nut, life drawing model, activist, hedonist, introvert, hipster, hippie, and blah blah blah.

I look younger than I am, and sound older than I look.

» Define yourself. «

Editorial for V Magazine. Models: Justin Bond, M. Lamar, Machine Dazzle, Nath-Ann Carrera, Glenn Marla, Kate Bornstein, Our Lady J. Discovered on Love Affair With Fashion.

Someone wrote…

Petrified and ecstatic all at the same time! Yesterday I made an appointment for a breast augmentation consultation. This is something I have wanted for almost 30 years, yet I am scared to death to finally be complete.

What’s your experience?

And what are you thinking about gender right now?

Leila recommends…

Filament is a British magazine, which is available in most countries. Although it is ostensibly a women’s magazine and the photoshoots are of men (and couples that include men), they often use androgynous and genderqueer models.

I love this cover from their fifth issue, from last year. The model on the left is male bodied and the model on the right female bodied, you discover by the end of the seduction photo shoot inside. That issue is sold out now; I just wanted to let you know about a cool mag which embraces gender fluidity alongside traditional gender identity.

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You can call me… Jolynn.

I identify as… a lesbian.

As far as third-person pronouns go, … I don’t have a preference, though I identify as female. That doesn’t mean that I object to being called “sir.” None of that matters to me.

I’m attracted to… above all, women, but more specifically, my girlfriend Megan. Intelligence, humor, and the ability to hold a conversation with honest feelings are extremely important in any relationship that I hold.

When people talk about me, I want them to… be interested in what I’m saying. If they don’t understand initially, I would hope that they’d try to.

About Jolynn
I am a 24-year-old biological female. I tend to be a bit on the androgynous side. I am currently in community college working towards an associates degree in office technology. I spend a fair amount of time on the computer, especially now considering my career path will include just that. So, yes… I’m online a lot. Not just here, everywhere. I’m easy to get in touch with.

I spend a significant amount of time on Tumblr, so feel free to follow me @: http://jolynntech.tumblr.com/

» Define yourself. «

Photographer: Unknown. Model: Swiss writer, photographer and traveler Annemarie Schwarzenbach (1908-1942). Discovered on Real Life Is Elsewhere.

Someone wrote…

Anybody looking for nice, clear-cut gender expression is going to be disappointed in our household.

What’s your experience?

And what are you thinking about gender right now?