Anonymous asked: My closet basically consists of t-shirts, jeans, and sneakers (converse and vans). I'm going on a date with someone I really really like and we're going out to eat then maybe a stroll near the beach for some ice cream. What should I wear if I want to impress?

You’ve inspired me to do a beach date post, so keep an eye out. I would just pick up a button-up, maybe add a watch or a rope belt and then pair that with the jeans and sneakers. If you are on the andro side check out the button-ups at Topman (they fit us queerfolks super well). If on the femmesicle, try the Gap’s The Perfect Shirt. You could also do a polo if you’re feeling a little preppier. But basically you should wear whatever you feel comfortable in and be yourself, because queers love that shit.

• Paige: Listen. Your coming out was about being totally honest with yourself right? Right?
• Ellen: Right…
• Paige: THIS is about being dishonest. It’s about pretending to be something that you’re not so that you an impress someone else.
• Ellen: And you think it’s beneath me.
• Paige: No I just don’t think you have the experience to pull it off.

(Ellen sitcom, Season 5 Episode 2 “Social Climber”)

Anonymous asked: Best boxer briefs? I find that fruit of the loom can fit really loose. Hanes is good quality but sometimes can be a little to tight on my lady thighs. I've found that Gap is actually pretty comfortable and comes in a lot of colors. I'm interested in trying other brands to see what works best. Any suggestions?

I really like Diesel’s boxer briefs, but haven’t tried them. I bought American Apparel’s Cotton Spandex Jersey Boy Brief and the edge immediately started shredding; cute but not worth the money. I also own a pair of Ellen’s just for the novelty but they are not super comfortable.

Any other ideas?

I got these headshots done with Gordon Bernstein for my management company (www.dacapomanagement.com). Do you think Ellen Degeneres would approve?

• Glasses: Adrienne Vittadini
• Shirt: Mossimo (target)
• Jacket: Lord & Taylor