"In this fabulous, fashion-forward guide, transgender icons Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik discuss the ins and outs of being transgender with their honest, hilarious, and GORGEOUS tales of what it means to be true to oneself--and they've picked up a few friends along the way"--
Real talk about transgender experiences from Gigi Gorgeous and GottmikIn this fabulous, fashion-forward guide, transgender icons Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik discuss the ins and outs of being transgender with their honest, hilarious, and GORGEOUS tales of what it means to be true to oneselfand they've picked up a few friends along the way.
Whether you're embarking on your own transgender journey or seeking the knowledge to be the best ally you can be, there is something to be learned from every story they tell.
Join the conversation with Gigi and Gottmik as they get real with discussions on:
- the gender and sexuality spectrums
- the experience of coming out
- navigating gendered public restrooms
- parenting transgender children
- the concepts of physical and internal transitions
- tips and tricks for more masculine or feminine features
- cosmetic and confirmation surgery
The T Guide also includes anecdotes and advice from advocates, allies, and activists across the gender spectrum. Contributors include U.S. Senator Sarah McBride, musician Adam Lambert, and the iconic Paris Hilton.
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Find Yourself with Courtney Act |
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Adam Lambert on Coming Out |
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A Mother's Pause with Tiffany Namtu |
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My Journey with Gigi by David Lazzarato |
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The "Right" Way by Robert Gottlieb |
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Love Your Child by Amy Gottlieb |
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Advice for Cisgender Allies |
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Gottmik's Hate Crime Experience |
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Take Your Time with Nats Getty |
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Medical vs. Nonmedical Options |
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Live Your Own Way with Alok |
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Categories of Medical Transition |
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Jamie Raines on Medically Transitioning |
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Category is: Hormones (aka 'Mones) |
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Category is: Top Surgery, FFS, Etc. |
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Category is: Bottom Surgery |
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Jazz Jennings on The Importance of Gender-Affirming Care |
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Gender Stereotypes & Dysphoria |
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Follow Your Own Path with Amanda Lepore |
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Show Up with Violet Chachki |
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Tips for Looking Masculine or Feminine |
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Gottmik's Masculinization Tips |
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Paris Hilton's Guide to Being Confidently Feminine |
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Gigi's Cautionary Silicone Tale |
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La Demi Martinez on Staying Safe |
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Competition Within the Community |
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Pageant Competitiveness with Sasha Colby |
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Stand Together with Lina Bradford |
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Candis Cayne on Competition Within the Community |
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What to Do with Negativity |
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Know Your Truth with Schuyler Bailar |
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Stay Present with Laith Ashley |
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Visibility & Responsibility |
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Stay Hopeful with Sarah McBride |
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| About the Authors |
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| Acknowledgments |
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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.
