BE WHOEVER, WEAR WHATEVER!
A G(end)er Swap community event celebrating the launch of our style exhibition here at VFD and providing a gender affirming space for trans people to explore their expression. Creative workshops, clothing stalls, free transitional items, clothes and more style exploration resources!
In true G(end)er Swap spirit - attendees can bring clothes to donate and also grab what they want!
About:
G(end)er Swap is the first LGBTIQ+ clothing outreach organisation that supports Trans and GNC individuals to access clothes and community via style workshops, pop ups and consultancy.
Tags: @genderswap_
http://www.genderswap.org/
DJs:
2 Girls 1 Tuck
2girls1tuck, the Kingsland Road Sleep Paralysis Demons, the AGP B2B.
They are DJs, they are lesbians, they are an international success. Both respected and feared for their relentless energy and commitment to their craft. UKG, techno, donk, other stuff, they've got it downloaded - come through and feel the heat, bitch.
Handle: @2girls1tuck
Alex Loveless
Handles: @alexloveless69 // @body2body_body2body
Stalls/Activities:
Body2Body merch available!
Beading workshop with Alex (22:30-23:30)
Alex is a queer Asian tattoo artist and costume designer; his work focuses on creating a safe space for QTIPOC/LGBTQ+ individuals to express themselves.
For this event, Alex will be running a bead making workshop exploring gender affirming terms. All materials will be provided for you to create your own pins, phone charms, earrings, and more!
Handle: @soyboytats
Binder fittings by Santi
Santi (they/he) is a DIY fashionista and Director of G(end)er Swap. They deliver gender affirming style workshops and create digital style resources for the trans community. When not working in style outreach, Santi is working on their upcycled clothing line called Pretty Boy Spice and is also a drag performer that goes by the name of Pre-T Boy.
Santi will be supporting attendees with binder measuring and sizing via G(end)er Swap’s partnership with GC2B. Limited quantities available.
Handles: @santibabi // @prettyboy_spice
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Accessibility Info
We regretfully apologise that vFd is in a basement venue accessed by a staircase and therefore is not wheelchair accessible.
The main space is accessed by a single staircase with 12 stairs that has a single bannister along the entire length. There are no steps or stairs once you are in the basement.
There are two toilets in the basement space, each are gender neutral and have no steps to them.
There is a smoking area downstairs that closes at 11pm, however if you have access needs, please tell staff and you are welcome to use the basement level smoking area throughout the night.
There are benches along the space if you need to sit down.
If there is anything we can do to facilitate your visit to vFd then please contact us on info@vfdalston.com and we will do our very best to help in advance and on the night.