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Sensual JewelryIt is common knowledge that the female body is a very sensual entity, but few people recognize jewelery as an opportunity to explore that sensuality. Luckily, the broad-mindedness of gay culture allows lesbians to explore the sensual possibilities in gay and lesbian jewelery. Instead of piercing yourself with a real nipple ring, a couple can use non-piercing nipple clasps. These clasps gently clench the nipple with their closures, holding it slightly erect. Nipple clasps come in designs meant to look like piercings, or in a full-areola circle that covers the areola and decorates the breast. For those who can withstand the thought of piercings, tongue barbells are the perfect lesbian accessories. Just make sure that the barbell is not too big and has no sharp edges! A Brief Hisory of Lesbian FashionOver the last few decades, lesbian fashion has evolved considerably. Here's a brief overview of what you might have seen gay women wearing in order to show their pride: 1960s-1970s: Androgyny ruled. In keeping with the anti-patriarchal sentiments of the day, women chose trousers and masculine shirts over dresses and skirts. 1980s: The suit was "in" for both gay and straight women, but lesbians owned their look with a sleeker style than the prettified versions straight women wore. 1990s: Music played a huge influence on lesbian style in this decade -- from grunge flannel to slick rock and roll styles. 2000s: As lesbians become more a part of mainstream society, their choices in attire have become broader. Gay women today are as comfortable in designer pantsuits as they are in the more masculine street styles defined by past eras. Lesbian Wedding GiftsDepending on your friendship with the couple, a nice way of celebrating a lesbian wedding is to give the couple a gift that caters to their sensual side. Ideas for lesbian gifts can include massage oils, aromatherapy, silk sheets, matching robes or anything else that might make the couple feel special. Books on the female body, sensual yoga and the lesbian body also make great lesbian gifts. Wedding Rings for Gay CouplesThe most important symbol of your marriage will be your wedding rings. Choose from a wide selection of same sex wedding rings from designers who have the gay community and same-sex pride in mind. Not sure where to start shopping? Try Love and Pride (www.loveandpride.com). Their selection is extensive, with high-quality pieces for both men and women. You can opt for the traditional gold bands or those with a twist: either male or female insignias or even gay symbol triangles. Whichever you choose, take the time to select your rings together. It's a great way to get even closer to your soon-to-be spouse. Gay Divorce in CanadaAlthough gay marriage was legalized in Canada in select areas from 2003, gay divorce was not legalized until 2004. Accessorize Your LoveThe practice of adorning our bodies goes back to the dawn of civilization. Today, we often use accessories not only to make ourselves more attractive to partners, but to celebrate the partnerships we already have. For same-sex couples, gay accessories such as rings, bracelets, pendants, inspired clothing and more are becoming more and more popular as we become more vocal about our place in society. A wonderful way to celebrate your partnership is to accessorize with same-sex specific jewelry. You can further support the cause by shopping for pieces that give back to the LGBT community through monetary donations made with a portion of your purchase. When to Organise for Gay WeddingsIt is important to have a timetable for your gay wedding and follow it in order to ensure you are reasonably stress-free on the big day. After you announce your intention to be married to friends and family, create a guest list, define your budget, and decide on a short list of venues and celebrants. It™s a good idea to look at articles on same-sex marriage around this point, to give you a basis of knowledge of what to do. Research the legal requirements you need to fill, and start looking for the perfect wedding ring. With a few months to go, book caterers, photographers and musicians, arrange wedding clothes, plan your song list and book your honeymoon. Around a month before the wedding day, arrange a rehearsal dinner and finalize all of your other arrangements including hotels and meals. Reaching for ReichenAir Force captain-cum-television celebrity Reichen Lehmkuhl has galvanized his years of experience as a gay activist, speaker, and entertainer with his new jewelry collection, FLY NAKED. His pieces are all made with titanium, the same material that is used to build the aircraft he used to fly (before being honorably discharged from the Air Force in 2001). As a television presence, Lehmkuhl won the grand prize of $1 million on CBS’s “Amazing Race,” then went on to make appearances on other hit shows like "Frasier," "Days of Our Lives," and "The Drew Carey Show." Q Television Network was also the home of his own production, “The Reichen Show.” Not only is Lehmkuhl’s jewelry collection stunning, but 10% of proceeds go toward a cause close to his heart: the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, which works to lift the ban on gays in the military. Unmarried Gay Relationship Split
Gay culture has a history of relationship ending without the guidance of family statutes and law courts. This means there are resources in gay culture that you can use to settle your break-up amicably and without the need to approach the authorities as with gay divorce. Gay couples do not necessarily have the same rights as heterosexual couples when it comes to de facto, or common law, relationships, as committed cohabiting relationships are normally called. Likewise, a partner in a de facto relationship does not have the same rights as a spouse in a marriage when the relationship breaks up. It may not be possible to access an equal split of assets in these cases. One important difference between the break-up of a de facto relationship and a civil union or marriage is the consideration of future needs of partners. De facto partners may not get maintenance payments from their partners, and those who have looked after the home and children may not receive consideration for the work they put in to the partnership. Investigate your local laws to find out your options. If no other options are available, civil courts are a good last resort to resolve a civil dispute.
Where to Find Gay and Lesbian Wedding RingsA wide range of gay and lesbian wedding rings is available either through designers of gay jewelry or in conventional jewelry stores. Conventional jewelry stores are providing more options for wedding bands as people move away from the traditional plain gold band, using symbols from various cultures and artful designs. Designers of gay jewelry use conventional designs, contemporary designs and the incorporation of gay pride symbols to provide a range of specifically gay and lesbian wedding rings.
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