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lipstick lesbian
What does lipstick lesbian mean?
A lesbian or bi woman with a markedly feminine presentation — makeup, dresses, heels, the whole traditionally feminine package. Coined in San Francisco in the early 1980s (a 1982 Sentinel feature ran 'Lesbians for Lipstick'), went mainstream in the 90s, and got a huge boost from a 1997 episode of Ellen.
"She's a total lipstick lesbian — turned up in red heels and a full face for a casual coffee date."
Frequently asked questions
What does lipstick lesbian mean?
A lipstick lesbian is a lesbian who presents as fully feminine — makeup, dresses, heels, the works.
Is lipstick lesbian offensive?
It's generally used descriptively and is widely self-applied within the community, though as with any label, tone and context matter.
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