Words by: Alina Ivanova
Art by: Tessa Cameron
As with any uncertain and overthinking teenager, I knew that if I wanted to know something about myself, I’d self-ruminate to the point that my brain was stewing.
I would ponder on beaches and breathe in sea salt air and boat fumes, thinking about a certain thought. Yet I didn’t go outside at all when that daunting, orienting question jump-scares me.
… Coffee or Tea?
Words by: Fae Gehren
Art by: Tessa Cameron
I have always known I liked women, even before I was old enough to understand what it truly meant. As I’ve grown older and encountered more of the world — and the vast possibilities surrounding sexuality and queerness — I have become increasingly enamoured with women.
… Just Can’t Wait to be Gay
Words by: Pranjali Sehgal Photography by: Dil Kaur
Everyone’s different. Deconstructing the obvious cliché, infinite variables are tirelessly shaping a person into who they are: where they’re from, their culture, the upbringing they’ve had, the upbringing their parents have had, the friends they associate with, the list could go on and on. Yes, the world is becoming global but every culture has its own niche values and practices. We celebrate the diversity in people and build bridges to find common grounds. But more often than not, we overlook that despite sex being a familiar verb, the way we identify and participate in the act can be multifaceted from culture to culture.
… Multifaceted
Words by: Malena Frey Art by: Anita Lin
Sexual shame relates to feeling wrong or guilty for the way one expresses themselves sexually. While this can be feeling shame for enjoying sex, it also encompasses shame for the frequency of wanting sex, intiating sex, the type of sex someone likes, the person someone is having sex with, for having sexual fantasies or desires, masturbation, or even for simply being horny.
… It’s Okay to be Horny
Words by Anonymous Art by Sarah Mackey
Millennials are the ones held responsible for hookup culture and dating apps, yet ironically, statistics suggest that we’re remaining abstinent for significantly longer than our parents.
Words by Celia Glod Art by Bingyu Zhou (Sunny)
Have you ever tried to find a cute lacy bra when you’re above a DD cup? If you have, you’ll know the struggle to find something that isn’t neutral coloured or with extra coverage. Struggle no more! We’ve rounded up the best brands that are bringing sexy back into lingerie, especially for those with bigger boobs. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or special someone, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.
Words by Ruby Ellam Art by Madison Marshall
I have always been an impulsive person. I don’t do much, but what I do, I do hard and fast. The first time I went to a party, I siphoned vodka off other people without giving away that I had drunk any at all. The first time I went clubbing, I smoked an entire pack of cigarettes until 5am then went to work at 8am. So, while I was a sexually anxious twenty-year old with barely any experience past kissing, I had always expected that once I started having sex, I’d really start.
Words by Elizabeth Narwastu Art by Griea Taylor
Self-care has become a trendy topic in the videos we watch, the articles we read and even in the conversations we have amongst our friends. From mastering the art of decluttering, to eating your vegetables or dedicating a day to being lazy, we all practise some sort of self-care to maximise our well-being. As human beings, we have to take care of ourselves, whether it’s for the mind or the body. We also need another form of ‘release.’
Words by Mona Chatskin Interview with Rosie Jenes Art by Joanna Leucuta
“I don’t need a guy to tell me I’m sexy, because I know I am.”
Words by Edward See Yuen Wong Art by Dedrey Erng
Theoretically, you could be paying for a threesome, but by the time you climax your coin will only be worth a sad handjob.
Words by Gabriel Rehmtulla Art by Matthew Mendoza
As many guys shy away from discussion about the tools of self-pleasure, perhaps this article might just help stimulate the conversation.
Words by Nadia Art by Kaye Simonson
I don’t want to be the condom police here, but…
Words by Samantha Jenkins Art by Isabella Nye
“Ooh girl ya butt look good. Have you seen you? You’re killin’ it today, ugh”.
Words by Samuel Barson Art by Elyse Willemsen
Popping the cherry. Swiping the V card. Dropping the skittle. Losing your virginity.
Words by Bonnie Bryson Art by Lina Chan
Each and every year has its defining traits; 2017 was the year of huge eyebrows, tiny crop tops and fake news. In the sexual fetish world however, it was the year of furries and foot fetishes. The question on everyone’s mind now is, what fetishes are going to define 2018?
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