Top 12 LGBTQ Magazines & Publications: A Must-Read for Crossdressers

I love reading LGBTQ magazines in my free time when I am crossdressed, lounging, and having some me time.

It’s my best time-pass, but the problem is I always have to pick up some women’s magazines which I like reading.

Still, I wish there were more LGBTQ or, more specifically, crossdresser magazines, you know, covering the hot topics, scandals, fashion world of crossdressers or transgender women.

Just imagine how having just a crossdressing-oriented publication can benefit our community so much.

This can increase awareness and make crossdressing fashion more mainstream.

As crossdressers, we can be more updated and informed about what’s going on in our little crossdressing community.

And most importantly, we can get inspired by other crossdresser stories to become a better feminine version of ourselves.

This is why I think that there should be more publications that write about crossdressing culture and community, and in this blog, I am talking about everything about it.

Also, I will share some of the best publications that you can read as a crossdresser in your free time to chill and enjoy like a woman.

So let’s get started.

Why Crossdressers Should Read LGBTQ Magazines

There isn’t just one reason for this, nor a specific one. Let me recall a story.

When I was younger, before I wore my first bra, I would sneak magazines from my mom’s drawer.

Magazines like Allure, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, and others. I read everything about femininity.

I was more informed about period cramps, pregnancy, waxing, and feminism than my female classmates.

In fact, the initial feminine sensation I experienced was when I saw the absolutely elegant JLo on the cover of Allure.

Oh, the overwhelming desire I had to be like her, to dress like her, to express my femininity as she did!

That magazine made me explore my femininity, trying out makeup, and so much more.

Without exposure to those magazines, I wouldn’t have learned as much.

This is why I believe it’s important for crossdressers to read these magazines.

As a crossdresser, these magazines can educate you on the subtle intricacies of femininity.

Reading feminine content can literally make a behavior shift in your body language and how you think as a person.

You begin to think with a feminine touch, taking time to body care, embracing softness, and focusing on fashion trends.

If you are a crossdresser, reading LGBTQ magazines can help you find your personality, like what kind of crossdresser you want to be.

Honestly speaking, honey, reading these magazines being a crossdresser is a stress reliever; it helps you calm down your dysphoria but also gives that feminine thrill that you desire.

Now, let’s explore some of the LGBTQ magazines that I think you should read in this digital age.

Top 12 LGBT Magazines

Transliving

Trans Living ranks as the top-selling transgender lifestyle magazine, addressing trans issues and gender diversity globally.

They offer both online and offline publications discussing various happenings within the transgender world, from who is dating whom and fashion to trans issues and transgender events.

LadyLike

LadyLike magazine is one of the oldest, having been published between 1987 and 2007.

The content they printed was centered on crossdressers and transgender women.

It featured photographs from readers, film reviews, tutorials on makeup and clothing, fictional short stories, and personal articles.

The magazine was all about femininity, making it an entertaining read, especially for crossdressers.

Modern-day crossdressers can gain insights into vintage crossdressing or what it was like to crossdress in the 90s.

You can discover how our elder crossdressing sisters used to dress, the challenges they faced, and the kind of fun they had.

For those interested, digital versions are available on the internet archive.

But if you’re someone who loves flipping pages while lounging on a beach in a bikini, physical copies can be bought from ETSY or eBay.

Frock Magazine

Now, don’t tell me you don’t know about this.

Frock magazine ranks as a top-rated digital publication, focusing solely on the Transgender and Drag communities.

It showcases stories about transexuals, crossdressing fashion, drag culture, Transvestites, and Intersexed individuals from all over.

In over eight years, they’ve released more than forty issues of Frock, and every single one is accessible in the Frock Magazine archive on their website.

Diva Magazine

Diva Magazine is my personal favorite.

It is a European publication that writes about lesbian, transgender, and bisexual women.

I like reading this because the magazine features lifestyle, fashion, and issues of the LGBTQA community.

What makes me truly love them is it is that they include everyone who feels feminine.

They also cover political developments in the LGBTQA scene, as well as articles on travel, music, and the latest cinema releases within the LGBTQA scene. Check out their website for some interesting reads.

Out Magazine

This magazine is gender-neutral. It challenges societal sexual and gender constructs and addresses everything neutrally.

Everything about this magazine gives rainbow vibes.

Out is an LGBTQ news, entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion magazine.

The Out100 is their annual compilation of the most impactful and influential LGBTQ+ individuals.

They release both online and offline editions.

It’s all about beauty tips for transgender individuals, crossdresser stories, photos of hot gay men, and all that a modern-day crossdresser would enjoy reading.

Bear World Magzine

Bear World Magazine is the world’s most popular online magazine centered on the gay bear community.

While many of us aren’t bears, we’re certainly admirers, and they lovingly welcome bear admirers, too.

Their motto is, “Made by bears for bears, cubs, and admirers everywhere!”.

Beyond bear-centric content, they touch upon trending LGBTQ topics in pop culture, discussing queer movies, the drag scene, gay celebrities, and so on.

If you are someone who likes big gay men, you can always read their steamy content.

It’s captivating and always gets me distracted. IYKYK.

Outfront Magazine

Reading this LGBTQ magazine means serious business.

Out Front Magazine is an LGBT newspaper and daily online publication.

Notably, OUT FRONT is the second oldest independent LGBT publication in the United States.

If you want to grow your knowledge about LGBTQ+ rights, the latest constitutional developments on gender and sexual matters, or related subjects, subscribing to this magazine is a must.

Adelante Magazine

Adelante is a gay magazine. Period. You can read everything about hot, spicy gays, Ooo.

They cover everything: news updates, feature stories, club advertisements, nightlife, health, music, fashion, and so much more.

This magazine will definitely tickle your gay bone.

Tenz Magzine

Tenz is all about queerness.

They produce content on the colored queer community and are on a mission to establish a ballroom culture where individuals can engage and celebrate their queerness.

Beyond their print publications, Tenz also manages digital channels to distribute their content.

Femboys and crossdressing geeks, this magazine is for you. Gayming Magazine is a UK-based online LGBTQ video gaming magazine.

It’s a unique publication catering gaming content specifically to the LGBTQ community.

They feature all the achievements LGBTQ individuals are making in the gaming world.

It’s a must-read if you are passionate about gaming.

Attitude Magazine

Attitude is a British LGBTQ lifestyle magazine popular worldwide. They produce both digital and physical magazines.

The first issue of Attitude was released in May 1994.

They cover a broad range of topics, including politics, fashion, lifestyle, gossip, and scandals within the LGBTQ+ community.

Them.us Magzine

Doesn’t their name give a warm, friendly vibe, and welcoming vibe? That’s why they’re so loved within the LGBTQ+ community.

Them is an award-winning magazine.

They write in detail about the issues of the LGBTQ community, queer culture, and crossdressing community boldly and unapologetically.

I’d argue that Them ranks as the most influential LGBTQ-friendly magazine available, and you should definitely give it a look.

Conclusion

Reading a magazine is a very good hobby, especially for crossdressers.

Since femininity isn’t something we’re taught from childhood, and it’s something that we, as crossdressers, are not appreciated for adopting these online publications and magazines become invaluable sources of info and empowerment.

They educate us about femininity, feminine behavior, fashion, and culture and helps to navigate our life.

By sharing stories of successful LGBTQ+ individuals, they empower us.

These magazines are certainly encouraging, informative, and entertaining, aiding not just the crossdressing community but the entire LGBTQ community to feel more affirmed as individuals.

Whether you identify as a crossdresser, transgender, or with any other gender identity, you should read at least one of these magazines once or twice a week.

Learn about fashion, get stylish, be feminine, and slay, honey!