What side piercing means your gay

At the same time, the left ear is straight. As time went on, earrings as a whole became more popular, and even some straight men opted to pierce their right ear. It soon became clear that the "gay ear" was no longer a reliable way to tell if a man was gay or not.

Dispelling Myths About Piercing Placement & Sexuality

I have worked in the fashion industry for over two years. During this time, I have gained experience at fashion shows and as a personal stylist. I have helped many men improve their wardrobes. I remember the time when I stepped out at Paris Fashion Week with a scarlet trench coat amidst a sea of monochrome.

Right ear, right queer?

Everybody knows the left-side rule. I can remember a boy at school who got his right eyebrow pierced and everyone called him Pepes — the name of the gay bar in Derry at the time — until he took it out. Only the other week a male friend was moaning about the sheep-like bubble-gum gay decorum of his boyfriend, the crowning offence being that his right ear was pierced.

Which Ear Is the Gay Ear? Which Ear Is the Straight Ear?

Instead, the persistence of this myth is a symptom of bullying and unacceptance. The main reason for choosing which side to pierce is aesthetics. The best way to choose a side is based on how it will look. For this approach, consider:. There are some old cultural reasons people may consider as well.