From a recent article on MPR: Grayson began his transition from female to male in 2016, first by dressing and living as a boy and then by legally changing his gender identification and his name from Grace to Grayson. MPR News is not using Grayson's last name to protect his privacy. He and Mayo, though, … Continue reading As Transgender People Seek Change, Hospital Doors Open
Hi Hannah. I have been looking for a trans friendly hair stylist. Can you make a recommendation. Good info is hard to get. I've never had my hair done (because it comes mailed to me), so I don't have a of experience to draw from on this topic. However, I did have a makeover at … Continue reading Ask Hannah!
It's Pride weekend in Minnesota and the MN T-Girls were there celebrating with about a zillion others. It was a beautiful day and we had so much fun meeting people, talking about the group and being part of the community. The day started early with Mari and I setting up the tent, the … Continue reading T-Girls at TC Pride!
In celebration of Twin Cities Pride kicking off this weekend, The Minneapolis/St. Paul Journal listed the largest LGBTQ-owned businesses in the Twin Cities, as ranked by the number of employees. I believe in supporting businesses owned by our community. If you're looking for LGBTQIA friendly businesses, this list is a good place to start. Local … Continue reading Twin Cities Largest LGBTQ-owned Businesses
I love a bold eye, especially when paired with false eyelashes. However, I am not very good at putting them on...but no worries as Corrie Dubay is back with tips on how to apply fabulous falsies! Corrie is a makeup artist extraordinaire and owner of Midwest Makeup Supply and Femme Makeovers She is a friend … Continue reading False Lashes: Never leave home without them…and how to put them on!
My newest blog post for Xdress.com is now online! I hope you enjoy it and I look forward to reading your comments! Love, Hannah
Please read this wonderfully written article from The Atlantic titled "Imagining a Better Boyhood". This should be a familiar story to many of us that grew up wanting to wear dresses. Who we are starts at a young age. This is likely not something the boy in this article will outgrow. This section had a … Continue reading Imagining a Better Boyhood
As the weather warms I always worry about sweating while all dressed up. How do you tackle that issue? Personally I think it's important for me to wear hosiery even on the warmest days, but I'm wondering if I could perfect my appearance without a wig. Have you ever presented as Hannah without wearing a … Continue reading Ask Hannah!
According to publisher Seal Press, Trans Like Me by CN Lester, is a personal and culture-driven exploration of the most pressing questions facing the transgender community today, from a leading activist, musician, and academic. In Trans Like Me, CN Lester takes readers on a measured, thoughtful, intelligent yet approachable tour through the most important and … Continue reading Trans Like Me
The Minnesota Lynx, The Minnesota Twins and Minnesota United will all be hosting Pride nights over the next few weeks. If you're a sports fan, you should check them out! Lynx: June 16, 2018 Twins: July 9 at 7:10 p.m United: June 29th at 7pm I've written before about how corporations declaring themselves as allies … Continue reading Pride Nights!
Hannah McKnight 