identity-and-expression

Transphobic slurs are words or phrases used to demean, mock, or stigmatize trans people based on gender identity. This guide explains what constitutes a transphobic slur, how su...

When people say they identify as animals, they mean their personal identity includes or centers an animal self. This nonhuman identity can be partial or total, spiritual, psycho...

People sometimes notice individuals who resemble Barbie and wonder about the reasons behind the likeness. This appearance can stem from combinations of facial structure, skin to...

"Pink teens" describes an adolescent identity and style aesthetic centered on pink as a signature expressive choice rather than a strict age or gender rule. This evergreen expla...

Lala man is an informal label for a man whose behavior, appearance, or speech is perceived as effeminate in a way that diverges from dominant masculine norms. It is typically us...

The phrase purple hair lady can refer to a woman with purple-colored hair or to a symbolic identity associated with creativity, visibility, and countercultural expression. Acros...

A human living doll is a person who intentionally alters appearance, movement, and behavior to resemble a doll, often through a combination of cosmetic practice, posture trainin...