GENDER SWAP CIC

Santi (They/He)is a DIY fashion-ista, an LGBTQ+ grassroots organiser, public speaker, drag artist and the Founder  of G(end)er Swap. Their mission is to create more spaces where gender-diverse people can find their authentic self expression beyond mainstream trends.

Santi delivers workshops on gender affirming style and makeup application, DIY style/upcycling and runs awareness sessions for organisations/businesses looking to be more trans inclusive.

For their work, Santi has been featured in BRICKS magazine, Hunger magazine, Novara Media and more. In 2024 they were the recipient of the Develop Your Own Creatve Practice grant by Arts Council England.

Santi will be curating and coordinating the FEEL GOOD programme for its duration.

Darren Mew (They/She) is a writer, content creator, and makeup enthusiast who blends beauty with storytelling. 

Known for their insightful videos on legendary MUAs, makeup history, and tutorials, Darren uses makeup as a lens to explore identity, self-expression, and joy. They are the host of Turning Lewks, a podcast spotlighting iconic voices in the world of makeup artistry and celebrating the ever-expanding boundaries of beauty. 

A passionate queer activist, Darren was honoured as one of Attitude Magazine’s 101 LGBTQ+ Trailblazers in 2022.

Lily Parfitt (they/she) is a London based lesbian multidisciplinary creative and professional beauty & SFX makeup artist.

With over six years in the beauty industry, Lily's expertise shines in editorial and avant-garde makeup, drag, and special effects. They are incredibly passionate about promoting makeup education, encouraging playful experimentation, and achieving stunning looks on a budget! Previously they were the NYC Regional Market Trainer for Anastasia Beverly Hills hosting events educating both clients and other makeup artists alike. They have also worked for various brands including Drunk Elephant, Fenty beauty, Sephora and more. 

But the core of Lily's work is to support the LGBTQIA+ community, creating a space within the beauty community where all their clients a feel safe and happy. Furthering this mission, she has launched a Femme Makeup Masterclass in London and has hosted makeup booths at local Queer events.

Apart from makeup, Lily showcases her unique maximalist fashion on social media and makes handmade jewelry under their online presence Curly Femme Fashion. 

Check out Lily's website

 Andi (he/they) is an architectural assistant, a graphic designer and an illustrator. 

He has previously volunteered with their local LGBTQ group in North East Lincolnshire before moving to London, where he remains active in local LGBTQ spaces. Andi loves good design, nature, community and self expression and these themes heavily inspire his work. 

Check out Andi's portfolio

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Zel Hallam (He/They) is a passionate and innovative designer based in London, whose work is heavily influenced by the intersectionality of transness and lesbianism. 

With a focus on bold, expressive design, Zel creates pieces that not only push creative boundaries but also reflect deep personal and identity driven stories. Through his art, Zel aims to amplify voices, celebrate identity, and contribute to a more inclusive space within queer design.

Check out Zel's website, portfolio & more!

Santi (They/He)is a DIY fashion-ista, an LGBTQ+ grassroots organiser, public speaker, drag artist and the Founder  of G(end)er Swap. Their mission is to create more spaces where gender-diverse people can find their authentic self expression beyond mainstream trends.

Santi delivers workshops on gender affirming style, DIY style and runs awareness sessions for organisations/businesses looking to be more trans inclusive.

Santi creates G(end)er Swap initiatives and curates online content for an international audience.

Photo cred: Marshall Mallows

Oska (They/Them) is a Cardiff-born trans non-binary fashion lover, blogger and writer. Their fashion blog, Domestic Eccentric, focuses on #eccentric #fashion and LGBTQ style at affordable prices that looks unique but it's still practical for every-day wear. Alongside daily outfits, the blog also covers affordable cosplay, tips for #travel, packing, and clothing modification processes.
Their writing blog, Oska Writes, covers many aspects of writing from non-fiction #spirituality, image-prompted short stories, samples from upcoming projects, book reviews and much more. Oska's first book, Stories to Stay Alive To, is currently available on Amazon. You can find Oska on Twitter and Youtube 

Maz Hedgehog (They/Them)is a writer, performer and style obsessive working somewhere between poetry and theatre. Aside from co-founding theatre company Ink and Curtain and taking work to stages from Edinburgh to Brighton, their wardrobe is their highest achievement. In all things, Maz blends the classic and the contemporary and their workshops are no different – helping anyone and everyone love what they wear. Find them across social media @MazHedgehog

Astrid (she/her) is a leatherdyke and Bootblack living in North London. She was runner-up for the title of Bootblack Europe 2024, and has been maintaining and restoring the boots, jackets, trousers, chaps, waistcoats, and fetishwear of dykes and other queer leatherfolk in an official capacity since early 2023.

Caring for the leathers of her community is one of her greatest passions, ensuring the longevity of possessions that are important to those who own them, and allowing her to do her part to continue a cultural and historical leather tradition into the modern day.

Roxy (she/they) is a fierce advocate for disability rights and sex positivity as a pansexual person living with Multiple Sclerosis. She is the founder of The Sick and Sickening Podcast, where she shares unfiltered stories about living with disability and illness. Roxy's mission is to empower disabled and chronically ill individuals using her fashion background as a stylist as a tool of activism, creating space and pushing for visibility for people from ethnically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to her advocacy work, Roxy campaigns for inclusion and equity, calling out the lack of diversity and inclusion within the medical industry, charity sector, and corporate businesses and organisations. She is also a strong advocate for workplace allyship, intersectionality, wellbeing, identity, and self-empowerment, and can speak about topics such as neurodiversity, body positivity, activism, and sexual health.

Meet Sonal, our Facebook Moderator for G(end)er Swap n' Shop!

Sonal (she/her) enjoys social, LGBTQIA+ and human rights activism. She is also a moderator for Autistic Girls Network. Sonal loves food, karaoke and books, her bed and her favourite person - her AFAB, Autistic son. 

Sonal loves that G(end)er Swap is a place that you can belong and not feel alone in your gender identity. She loves the binder schemes and the Facebook page. It helps so many people.