I forgot to tell you, I wrote a piece awhile ago for Sexis about the history of the gay-leather scene.

“It’s nothing new, but straight men have been slowly getting more in touch with their feminine sides, in ways both emotional and aesthetic. And while that’s not at all a bad thing, I like to think that masculinity is just as beautiful, legitimate and valuable as femininity. I love masculinity. I love the culture of men being men, being gentlemen: the clothes, the haircuts, the strength in competitiveness, independence, ambition and assertiveness. I want to celebrate the best of masculinity, but it’s just not in vogue right now.

When talking about the feminization of men in culture, fingers are often pointed at the metrosexual trend, and some vague stereotype of an effeminate gay man masterminding it all. Actually, as gay culture gains a greater foothold in society, it seems to be given accord largely through this feminized stereotype. And while femme gays may garner more attention, gay culture has rich roots in masculinity that is rarely spoken of. Perhaps uncovering this dusty history could allow for a broader and more accepted celebration of all men?”

Read the entire article here