Introducing “Ask Lia”: Advice from Qwear’s Trans Youth Advocate
Got a question about gender, fashion, activism—or just life in general?
Lia is Qwear’s Trans Youth Advocate, a modeling and design aficionado, and a longtime activist who’s been working with the Qwear team since she was just 7 years old. Whether she’s speaking at rallies, slaying runways, or just chillin in a hoodie and jeans (her fave look), Lia has been taking the trans fashion game by storm.
Now 16, Lia wants to hear from you.
💬 Not sure how to express yourself?
💄Want tips on how to experiment with makeup, style, or identity?
🧠 Curious about how to speak up for your rights?
😴 Or just wanna know how she balances naps with changing the world?
Write in to Ask Lia—no question is too big or too small. She’s here to share wisdom, spill truth, and hype you up like only a trans teen legend can.
📩 Drop your Qs below or here and stay tuned for Lia’s answers in upcoming Qwear features!
Lia with her mom at the White House Pride celebration on her 16th birthday
Lia at “Legendary Children” BU Art Galleries, Feb 5, 2018
Lia getting fitted for “Legendary Children” 2018
Photo by Sam Murray
Backstage at “Legendary Children” BU Art Galleries, Feb 5, 2018. Photo by Jaypix Belmer
Backstage at “Femme Desire” at the ICA, October 7, 2016
“Femme Desire” at the ICA, October 7, 2016