Overview
From Gigi to Gottmik-and everywhere in between A celebration of LGBTQ+ and, specifically, transgender culture! Transgender icons Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik offer their unique stories and advice on the transgender experience in this fabulous, fashion-forward guide. You'll find chapters spanning the full breadth of the transgender experience-each with in-depth tutorials and colorful photography on display. Gigi and Gottmik have experienced it all, and they're here to help. Read along as they provide their valuable insights to anyone from those looking to begin their own transgender journeys, to those seeking the knowledge to be the best allies they can be. In this one of a kind guide, you'll find detailed sections on- - gender and sexuality spectrum terminology - the experience of coming out - navigating gendered public restrooms - parenting transgender children - the concepts of physical and internal transitions - appearance tips and tricks for passing in public - cosmetic and reassignment surgery - and so much more! Along with Gigi and Gottmik, hear from other queer advocates and activists such as Chaz Bono, Nico Tortorella, MJ Rodriquez, Laverne Cox, and more, in brief contributions!
Full Product Details
Author: Gigi Gorgeous ,
Gottmik (a.k.a Kade Gottlieb) ,
Swan Huntley
Publisher: DK
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
Dimensions:
Width: 17.60cm
, Height: 2.40cm
, Length: 22.00cm
Weight: 0.780kg
ISBN: 9780744070590
ISBN 10: 0744070597
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 16 May 2023
Audience:
General/trade
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Professional and scholarly
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General
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Gigi Gorgeous is a YouTube star, transgender activist, television personality, author, actress, and LGBTQ+ advocate. In 2017 she was named one of Time Magazine's ""25 Most Influential People on the Internet"" and one of Forbes' ""30 Under 30."" Her story was chronicled in the 2017 documentary This is Everything: Gigi Gorgeous, and she has made appearances on Project Runway All Stars, Canada's Drag Race, Entertainment Tonight, and Access Hollywood, among others. Gottmik (a.k.a Kade Gottlieb) is an American drag performer, actor, and make-up artist. The first transgender male to compete on RuPaul's Drag Race, Gottmik has since graced the covers of British Vogue and OUT, as well as been profiled in global publications such as Vogue, Allure, InStyle, C*ndy, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and Entertainment Weekly, among others. In 2021, Gottmik was featured on Variety's ""Power of Young Hollywood"" list. In addition to touring the US and Europe as a celebrated drag performer, Gottmik has been featured in various fashion campaigns including Versace & Savage X Fenty and hosted the red carpet at the MTV Movie & TV Awards.
