A genderfluid influencer has opened up about being a “shapeshifter” and candidly revealed that he received death threats after finding fame on social media.
August, 28, grew up ‘confused’ about her gender and experimented with clothes, makeup and hairstyles in a bid to find a look that made them feel comfortable.
But over time, the Minnesota native realized this was changing day by day and began expressing himself with fluid gender.
Now, the data specialist adapts their wardrobe by enhancing or modifying their facial features, as well as wearing wigs, to align with their identity that day.
Genderfluid influencer August opened up about being a “shapeshifter” and candidly revealed that he received death threats after finding fame on social media.
The 28-year-old grew up ‘confused’ about her gender and experimented with clothes, makeup and hairstyles in a bid to find a look that made her feel comfortable.
This practice has often resulted in August being mistaken for two different people, and often having to introduce himself more than once.
‘I’ve met people several times and they didn’t know it was me seeing them again.
‘At my previous job, I had to “meet” a colleague three times until they finally realized it was the same person.
‘Online, people think I’m two different people in charge of my account or that I have a secret twin.
‘For me, it validates my fluid identity. I appreciate the recognition of my diverse gender expression.
“The only thing I find funny is the various reactions and treatment I receive solely due to the changes in my gender expression.”
August began her journey five years ago, but recently took to social media to prove that clothing does not equal gender.
In a clip posted to TikTok, which has racked up 16.1 million views, they show how the same outfit can be styled in two different ways to create two different gender expressions.
August began her journey five years ago, but recently took to social media to prove that clothing does not equal gender.
In a clip posted to TikTok, which has racked up 16.1 million views, they show how the same outfit can be styled in two different ways to create two different gender expressions.
Users have flocked to the comments to share their reactions, with many left baffled that it is the same person.
“At first I thought it was a couple sharing outfits,” one user commented.
Another said: ‘There’s no way you’re the same person… the gender envy I feel is so unreal. Teach me your customs!’
“This is the first time I REALLY understand what genderfluid means,” someone else added.
A fourth said: ‘I know it’s the same person but my brain won’t accept it lol. You’re a shapeshifter.’
“Why do you like different fonts?” someone else added.
August candidly shared: ‘I come from a small, conservative town and often felt isolated, in desperate need of connection.
August is often mistaken for two different people and they often have to introduce themselves more than once.
August candidly shared, “I come from a small, conservative town and often felt isolated, in desperate need of connection.”
‘I looked for him through social networks. I started getting hateful comments online, with things like, “You’re just changing clothes, you’re not gender fluid.”
‘So I selected clothes that I felt confident in while identifying with both she and he pronouns to visually demonstrate the contrast in gender expression.
‘[The reaction has been] Mostly positive, although I have received death threats here and there.
‘I receive messages daily thanking me for my transparency and even some parents message me seeking advice on how to be more inclusive.
“In general, when someone begins to see and understand my gender fluidity, the reaction and exchange is filled with many questions, but they always include me.”
In August, this freedom of expression has helped them with their fear of being judged in public, but also in their love life.
They added: ‘By openly accepting my gender fluidity, I attracted a partner who accepts and supports my identity.
By August, this freedom of expression has helped them with their fears of being judged in public, but also in their love life.
Users have flocked to the comments to share their reactions, with many left baffled that it’s the same person.
“Life is a privilege and everyone should strive to live it in a way that maximizes their comfort and well-being,” August said.
‘Being true to myself allows me to confidently express my needs and desires in the relationship.
‘My advice is to start with self-reflection and comfort.
‘Choose clothes that make you feel comfortable and be patient with yourself.
‘Give yourself permission to explore and evolve at your own pace.
‘It’s okay if your style changes over time.
‘It makes me so happy to hear how people finally find the courage to live the life they were given.
“Life is a privilege and everyone should strive to live it in a way that maximizes their comfort and well-being.”
