Fashion isn’t just about clothes — it’s about expression, identity, and taking up space. That’s the energy behind the latest episode of Queer Temple, where the conversation gets real about what we wear, why we wear it, and how style can be a radical act of self-love.
This Pride Month finale is packed with personality and perspective, kicking off with a dynamic roundtable featuring Anfisa Blyumina (She/Any), Sally Thistle (She/Her), and Terrel Bundy (He/Him). The trio dives into all things queer fashion — from the thrill of thrifting to the deeper meaning behind what we put on our bodies. For them, style is more than just aesthetics. It’s armor, it’s joy, it’s protest. Whether it’s mixing vintage with DIY or breaking every “fashion rule” in the book, they’re not dressing for anyone but themselves.
Then, things take a turn toward the historical as Laila Page sits down with fashion historian Eleanor Medhurst, the brilliant mind behind the blog Dressing Dykes. Eleanor breaks down how lesbian fashion has evolved over the decades, and how style choices like leather jackets, flannel, and high femme glam have played key roles in building queer identity, community, and visibility. It’s a deep (and seriously cool) look at the threads that have helped define generations of queer culture.
To wrap things up, artist Nic Lovejoy (He/Him) and Beauty Birds Co-President Ariana Droz (She/Her) join Thalia for a conversation that weaves together art, fiber, fashion, and representation. They explore how creative work — whether it’s wearable or not — can challenge norms, shift culture, and make space for LGBTQIA+ folks to show up fully and authentically.
Tune in to TUTV Friday, June 27 at 12:00 & 8:00 PM or stream anytime on templetv.net, Roku, Apple TV, or Fire TV.
