Lesbian
This category is for articles that are purely lesbian and queer women related and nothing more.
A Guide to Glasgow’s Lesbian Bars and Events
Glasgow, a vibrant city known for its cultural scene, is home to a lively and inclusive LGBTQ+ scene. Here's your guide to Glasgow's Lesbian … Read Article
Your Ultimate Guide To Lesbian Bars & Nightlife Hotspots in Paris
As a French queer woman, I can attest that Paris is not known to be the easiest place to meet other lesbians and WLW, … Read Article
Barcelona’s Lesbian Bars and Events
Check out the most banging lesbian bars and events in Barcelona that'll make you want to book flights tomorrow. … Read Article
80+ Must Read Lesbian Books
Discover 80+ must-read lesbian books across genres, from romance to memoir. Find your next queer classic or modern favourite in this essential reading list.… Read Article
Know Your History: Origins & Explanation Of The Lesbian Flag Colors & Meaning
With no official design, the lesbian flag has changed drastically over the years. Here is a brief history of the lesbian flag, how it … Read Article
30+ of the Best Lesbian and Sapphic Films Of All Time
Now and again we all just want to watch something we can relate to right? And that my friends is in the form of … Read Article
Openly Lesbian Footballers
After the success of the Lionesse, openly lesbian footballers has been talked about a lot more. Find out who is an openly queer female … Read Article
Sapphics, Meet The Lesbian Masterdoc.
What is the Lesbian Masterdoc? We talk you through exactly what this "Am I a Lesbian" quiz is and why it gained so much … Read Article
What Does It Mean To Be A Non-Binary Lesbian
Non-binary is a term used to describe people who don’t identify exclusively as men or women. Some might present or express themselves as … Read Article
Your Stories: What You Really, Really Want
Your Stories; our new feature of Nonchalant readers stories, as told by you. Kicking off with Esther's story of her love for Scary Spice.&… Read Article
Are you in a Golden Retriever / Black Cat relationship?
Are you a lovable, and overly friendly extrovert dating a silent, mysterious, and brooding hottie? Well, you might just be in a Golden Retriever / … Read Article
SOAK: A New Queer Day Rave Launches in East London
SOAK, a new queer day rave by BEKEFI, lands in East London on March 8th. No cameras, just pure sound, energy, and community. A … Read Article
Interview with Minnie Stephenson
We’ve had the absolute pleasure of catching up with Minnie Stephenson, ITN 5 News broadcaster and one of our gay national treasures – we’re … Read Article
The Ultimate Guide To Lesbian Nightlife, Bars & Hotspots In London
London is home to some of the world’s most diverse and inclusive nightlife hotspots. If you’re a WLW, here are the best … Read Article
London’s Best Queer Club Nights for Women and Non-binary People
Nonchalant Mag's Lauren Hurrell gives us the top recs for inclusive queer club nights for women and non-binary people in London looking for a … Read Article
The Best Lesbian Bars and Events in Chicago
Discover Chicago’s dynamic lesbian scene—from cocktails at Nobody’s Darling to dancing at Sapphic Saturday. Drinks, fun, and community await in the … Read Article
18 Queer Icons You May Not Have Heard Of
Hey everyone! We're here bringing you some lesser known queer icons to spice up your summer. Know any others? Let us know!… Read Article
The Girls are Going Wild for the Charli XCX and Billie Eilish Remix
On Thursday 1st August Charli XCX and Billie Eilish joined forces to release a remix of 'Guess.' and Guess what... it has been … Read Article
Charley Marlowe, the TikTok star, comedian, and presenter, has been unveiled as the voiceover artist for the new BBC Three series, “I Kissed a Girl.”
Charley Marlowe has just been revealed as the voice behind the new BBC Three series, I Kissed a Girl and we're buzzin… Read Article
Meet the contestants of BBC’s I Kissed a Girl
Meet the contestants behind the new BBC Series I Kissed a Girl. Set to air on BBC iPlayer on 5th May. … Read Article
New Lesbian Pop Phenomenon: Chappell Roan
Read all about Chappell Roan, your favourite artist’s favourite artist, a superstar in the making, and a lesbian pop icon!… Read Article
Baby Reindeers Jessica Gunning Comes Out as Gay on Podcast
Baby Reindeers's Jessica Gunning recently opened up about being gay on the podcast Reign with Josh Smith.… Read Article
GK Barry, The Podcast Queen Has a Girlfriend
GK Barry, recently announced that she has a girlfriend, on her podcast Saving Grace, who she is referring to as 'Eyelashes' and we all … Read Article
Interview: Chelcee Grimes
From playing football for Fulham Ladies to songwriting for Kylie Minogue. What can't this girl do!? We catch up with the lovely Chelcee Grimes … Read Article
Interview: Heather Peace
We catch up with Musician, Eastenders actress, Lip Service OG and LGBTQ+ icon, Heather Peace. … Read Article
Glastonbury Reveals New Femme-Queer Party Venue Called Scissors
Brand new femme-queer venue announced at Glasto, set to take over the legendary Rabbit Hole afyer 17 years. … Read Article
Am I OK? A Coming Out Film Staring Dakota Johnson
"Am I Ok?" film stars Dakota Johnson whose character is called Lucy, a woman grappling with anxiety and self-doubt rooted in her questioning her … Read Article
East London’s Newest Lesbian Bar: La Camionera Opens this Saturday
Prepare yourselves gang, because La Camionera, East London’s newest lesbian bar, is set to open its doors this Saturday 18th May. … Read Article
Should You Take Your Partner’s Last Name After Marriage?
Should you take your partner’s last name after marriage? Many of us in the LGBTQ+ community have wondered. Here's our advice.… Read Article
Meet the Three New Girls to Enter the Masseria on I Kissed a Girl
Just when we thought we had our favourite contestant figured out among all the "I Kissed a Girl" beauties, they surprise us with three … Read Article
Educational Resources for Understanding Lesbian History and Culture
To make this access to educational resources to understand our Lesbian history easier, we have prepared a compilation of sources for you to browse.&… Read Article
Do Lesbians Have Better Sex Than Straight Women?
How open communication, emotional intimacy, and a focus on shared pleasure are key to a fulfilling sex life for everyone, including lesbians and non-binary … Read Article
How to avoid becoming codependent in your queer relationship
Some psychologists and therapists propose that queer people are more susceptible to codependent relationships. We explore more in this article.… Read Article
La Camionera: New Lesbian Bar Opens to Packed Crowds in London’s Broadway Market
La Camionera: London's new lesbian bar was welcomed by hundreds of lesbians on opening night.… Read Article
LGBT+ History Month 2024 – celebration of past and future
It's February which means it's LGBT History Month here in the UK! Not sure what the deal is? Want to know how to celebrate? … Read Article
Rachel Dawson’s joyously queer debut novel on community sparks hope
Rachel Dawson writes the empowering Welsh, socialist lesbian story against the backdrop of the miner’s strikes and Thatcher’s Section 28, in a celebration … Read Article
9 Healthy and Affordable Lesbian Date Night Ideas
Prioritising your health is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself and your partnership. Here's our list of healthy Lesbian date … Read Article
Is there an official lesbian emoji?
Join the conversation on the lesbian emoji. We ask the question, is there one and do we need one? Explore why the demand for … Read Article
How to Come Out as LGBTQ
From building a support network to creating a personal safe space, we will equip you with the tools and knowledge to approach coming out … Read Article
Top Lesbian Christmas Movies to watch this Holiday Season
Baby it is cold outside! The nights are long and the winter lights are sparkling, that means it is time to snuggle down with … Read Article
What does Sapphic mean?
We talk through what sapphic means, its origin to lesbians and history.… Read Article
Sophia Bush is dating Ashlyn Harris. What the actual F?
You read that right. Sophia Bush, as in THE Sophia hot babe Bush from One Tree Hill, is reportedly now dating American soccer legend … Read Article
Lesbian Artists: Voices, Vision, and Visibility
Lesbian artists have made invaluable contributions, enriching the art world with their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents.… Read Article
12 of the best queer female speeches of all time
If you're feeling a little deflated recently (and let's face it, who isn't?) then look no further for the perfect motivational pick-me-up. We bring … Read Article
Our Guide to Lesbian Bars and Events in Amsterdam
In this guide, we'll take a closer look at some of the best lesbian bars in Amsterdam, each with its unique vibe and style. … Read Article
Best Lesbian Movies on Netflix & Amazon Prime
All of the best lesbian movies on Netflix and Amazon Prime compiled by Team Nonchalant.… Read Article
On Railton Road: a story of queer squatting in 1970s Brixton
In 1970’s Brixton, the gay community was shaking up heteronormative ideals by defying the grounds of private property and the nuclear family. … Read Article
Film Review: The Miseducation of Cameron Post
This is a queer female story directed by a female who identifies as a Bisexual woman (finally). Set in 1993 about a high school girl … Read Article
Interview: British Comedian Zoe Lyons
We catch up with incredibly successful stand-up comedian Zoe Lyons. Since becoming popular on the stand-up seen in 2004 Lyons has carried out international tours, … Read Article
The Best Lesbian Sex Toys
Regardless of whether you are single or in a relationship, sex toys usually play a big factor in your life. Check out our list … Read Article
The Big Y2K Lesbian Magazine: Remembering g3
Want a blast from the past of magazines for queer women in the early 2000s? We’re going to be delving into the Y2… Read Article
FIFA Women’s World Cup comes to East London
Wondering where to watch the FIFA Women's World Cup in London this summer? Baller FC has you covered.… Read Article
Velvet Ibiza: What we got up to
Velvet Ibiza, our review including DJ interviews and a look at what we got up to at the festival.… Read Article
Is Piper from OITNB a lesbian in real life?
You heard it here firsss... second, probably. None-the-less, we have some epic news that only a Lesbian Magazine could dream of hearing. Taylor Schilling, … Read Article
Interview: Ky Hoyle, Founder of Sex Shop Sh!
"Everything was dick shaped, because all women's pleasure is at the end of a dick." says Hoyle, on visiting a male-aimed sex shop, conjuring … Read Article
Out & Wild Festival: Lesbian Festival UK
Out & Wild Festival is the UK's first wellness festival designed specifically for queer, questioning, and curious women and non-binary individuals. … Read Article
Interview: Olivia & Amanda Tampa Baes
We catch up with the Olivia and Amanda of Tampa Baes. The TV program Tampa Baes aired their first episode of eight on November 5, 2021, … Read Article
What does the lesbian flag look like?
We've seen it around a lot more lately and so you're probably wondering, what does the 'Lesbian Pride Flag' look like? Well, there seems … Read Article
Women in History Who Were Definitely Queer
Read about important figures of history who were definitely queer.… Read Article
Lesbian cult classic ‘BOUND’ to hit the stage in 2023
Calling all queer theatre fans! Award-winning Vertigo Theatre Productions have announced the lead cast for the world premiere stage adaptation of the acclaimed 1996 neo … Read Article
Am I a Lesbian? Coming Out Stories: Part 5
In the fifth instalment of our series on 'coming out stories', we caught up with one of the Nonchalant contributors. Asking what it was … Read Article
Fitness for queer women? KT Coaching is here
Have you ever felt out of place whilst working out? Does thinking about where to start with fitness kind of give you the ick? … Read Article
Am I a Lesbian? Coming Out Stories: Part 4
In this fourth instalment of our series on 'coming out stories', we continue to catch up with more of the Nonchalant contributors and friends. … Read Article
Lesbian Netflix Documentary: ‘A Secret Love’
Released on the 29th April, streaming on Netflix. A Secret Love tells the story of two women who fell in love in the late 40… Read Article
Interview with Koodeta – Lesbian Techno Night
We catch up with the team behind the new women-focused Techno night in East London - Koodeta. We wanted to hear more about how … Read Article
Interview: Shiva of Tampa Baes
We catch up with the ever-charming Shiva Pishdad of Tampa Baes. The TV program Tampa Baes aired their first episode of eight on November 5, 2021, … Read Article
Interview: PR For the People
We caught up with PR for the People who told us all about their business for the 'little people' and all things queer.… Read Article
Interview With Illustrator Jenifer Prince
Nonchalant talks all things Happiest Season, coming out, girlfriends and gay longing in this Q&A with Brazilian lesbian illustrator Jenifer Prince… Read Article
Interview: Hannie
With an impressive fanbase of 350,000 collective followers on instagram and over 30,000 monthly listeners on Spotify we had to catch up with Annie and Hannah … Read Article
Killin’ It on Insta: Soph & Sophie
For our next instalment of 'Killin' It on Insta' we catch up with couple Soph and Sophie from Bournemouth.… Read Article
Killin’ It on Insta: Hayley
For our next instalment of 'Killin' It on Insta' we catch up with Hayley from Hertford. … Read Article
Nonchalant Magazines Inspiring Queer Women
It's International Women's Day on March the 8th (as if you didn't know!) We at Nonchalant Magazine have rounded up some of the interviews … Read Article
Interview: Producer and Songwriter Jay Brown
We catch up with producer and songwriter Jay Brown on her latest project – Amaroun. Songs about coming out, moving up and not being … Read Article
Interview: Drummer Jamie Scoles
We catch up with Jamie Scoles, one of Instagrams most followed female drummers. Hear what she has to say about her career and more … Read Article
Interview: Hair Stylist Katherine De Rozario
We catch up with Katherine De Rozario one of London's most successful female hair stylists. Read all about her journey, including some career advice.&… Read Article
Interview with DJ Alpha
We caught up with DJ Alpha who is one of the best-known house DJs on the LGBTQ scene on, find out where you. can … Read Article
Interview with July Jones
After attending July Jones's EP launch night in Hoxton back in November we caught up with her on what inspires her, her love life … Read Article
Interview: Grace Savage
So we only went and caught up with 2 x UK Beatbox Champion Grace Savage, didn’t we? Grace has not only won the title … Read Article
Teacher Comes out at school for LGBTQ History Month
Imagine coming out to your entire work and to the children you teach in a virtual assembly. Well, Hayley Wood-Thompson (of The John Warner … Read Article
How to be the Best Ally this Lesbian Visibility Day
Happy Lesbian Visibility Day! To celebrate, we thought we'd give a run down on how to be the best ally this Lesbian Visibility Day … Read Article
The L Word Generation Q: Season 3
The L Word Generation Q is BACK with Season 3. Here is everything you need to know, plus where and when you can watch it.&… Read Article
Interview: Actor and writer Izzy Tennyson
Read all about what inspired Izzy Tennyson to write Grotty, her love life, and advice on how to get into acting and writing below.&… Read Article
Killing It On Insta: Katie + Poppy
Welcome to "Killin It on Insta", our new feature of ... well, absolute babes killing it on Instagram. This monthly feature will provide you with … Read Article
Lesbian Play: Grotty Review
When hearing about a "lesbian play" the majority of lesbians out there will assume the worst. When it comes to Grotty you need to … Read Article
Beauty Vlogger – Alexandra Walsh Interview
This week we’ve had the pleasure of speaking to Instagram Makeup Artist slash Youtube Vlogger Alexandra Walsh. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, … Read Article
