For many trans women and transfeminine people, high heels are more than just fashion—they’re survival, euphoria, and identity. This post explores how heels can combat dysphoria, affirm gender, and create powerful moments of connection in queer and femme communities.

What does non-binary joy really look like? In this personal reflection, the editor explores the quiet power of queer celebration—from chosen family to protest, from public expression to private peace—and why joy itself is a radical act of resistance.