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There’s a scene in “Call Me by Your Name” that I can’t get out of my head. (No, not that one.) It happens near the beginning of Luca Guadagnino’s gay odyssey, when Armie Hammer’s character, Oliver, sweaty from volleyball, pauses to steal a drink from Elio, played by Timothée Chalamet. Sensing Elio’s nervousness, Oliver begins to massage his shoulder. This is memorable not because we’re watching two straight actors perform a pas de deux of muted gay desire, but rather because of their difference in size. Hammer, 31, is 6-foot-5, with broad shoulders and body hair. Chalamet, 22, is five inches shorter, naturally smooth, with a pronounced clavicle and a concave torso. By gay male standards, he’s the ultimate twink.
Although the origin of the term has been disputed — some trace its history to “twank,” 1920s British slang for a client of gay male prostitutes, while others insist it’s a vulgar riff on the cream-filled Hostess snack — twinks are young, attractive, hairless, slim men. There are several modern variations: Euro twinks (the boys of BelAmi, a Slovak pornography studio named after the novel by Guy de Maupassant), twunks (a portmanteau with hunk, embodied by modern-day Zac Efron) and femme twinks (like the fabulous American figure skater Adam Rippon).
But the latest twinks — many of whom are straight — are what you might call “art twinks,” building upon an aesthetic legacy established by Ryan McGinley’s turn-of-the-millennium photographs of the sloppily skinny, or last decade’s leather-pant-clad Saint Laurent models chosen by the designer Hedi Slimane. And yet they are more culturally mainstream: a growing cohort of famous (and famously small) boys who stand in opposition to the lumbering, abusive oafs who have been dominating this year’s headlines.
Consider, for example, Tye Sheridan, the 21-year-old lead in “Ready Player One” — and one of few action heroes who won’t be busting out of his T-shirt anytime soon. Or the rising star Lucas Hedges, also 21, whose acting exudes anti-alpha softness. Christopher Nolan’s 2017 WWII epic “Dunkirk” was an ensemble showpiece of British twinkiness; “Love, Simon,” starring Nick Robinson, 23, is the American suburban version.
Historically, music’s leading men have been less burdened by stereotypes of masculinity. But if the godfathers of nonbinary pop — from Freddie Mercury to Adam Lambert — paved the way, their personas often came across as glam-rock caricature. Today, gay twinks such as Olly Alexander of the band Years & Years and Troye Silvan feel less costumed. When Sivan, 22, performed on “Saturday Night Live” in January, his shirt was blown open by a wind machine, his whole mien charged with sex. But there seemed to be safety in his slimness — both for the artist to express himself and for his countless questioning teenage fans. Sivan has also walked in a few runway shows, and several modeling agencies, including the German company Tomorrow Is Another Day, now specialize in lithe men, lending their sometimes-teenage charges to Prada and Valentino. When Nicolas Ghesquière unveiled his spring/summer 2016 collection for Louis Vuitton, the actor and musician Jaden Smith, then 17, wore a metal embroidered kilt, going beyond drag to question what, if anything, boyishness looks like now.
Female body types have always cycled in and out of style; yet with men, alternatives to the ideal of imposing physicality have usually been ignored or lampooned. But as women continue to use their voices to undo that legacy of toxic masculinity, a different kind of change is taking place from within the culture: These twinks, after all, aren’t just enviably lean boys or the latest unrealistic gay fantasy, but a new answer to the problem of what makes a man. — Nick Haramis

Rico is a DC based freelance writer who pens pieces about culture, society and current events. As an out CIS gender man, look for blog posts that are bizarre, fun and sometimes "out there".
We’ve all heard the term Twink and Pup in gay-speak but what do they really mean? For example, is a Twink the same thing as a pup but share different characteristics? Or are gay men thought of as a “twink” in their own unique classification?
The inspiration for this post came from a recent conversation that I was involved with at a bar. A buddy of mine said, “Oh wow – what a cute twink!”.
When I saw the attractive young man he was talking about, I nodded my head in agreement. “Yep, he’s a cute twink for sure!” I said. But that’s when a person in our group injected the following.
“Technically, he’s not a twink. He’s more of a pup. And the two aren’t the same so get your gay lingo right!”
His bit of insight then led to an hour long conversation about the larger topic of gay twinks and pups – plus a few other labels thrown in for good measure – like wolves and otters.
Hey, you have to have something to talk about when you’re checking out the meat at the bar, right?
After we all went home that night – empty handed I might add – I started to do some research on twinks and pups. While I don’t pretend to be an expert, I will give you the basics of what I found out.
For the most part, a twink is a guy who has a slender build. Usually, they are in their 20’s and have boyish features.
Twinks are often thought of as smooth but they can also have body hair. There really isn’t a universally agreed upon construct here.
Many gay men mistakenly think of “Twinks” as pretty but that would be incorrect. You see, if a twink is referred to as having pretty features, they are referred to as a glamour twink . That’s a twink subtype in case you didn’t know.
FYI: Technically speaking, twinks can also be pups but they aren’t exactly the same.
In gay-speak, “pups” are fairly young (18-early 20’s) with the defining feature of having almost zero experience in the gay universe.
Many pups are newbies to our gay world, just taking their first few steps of self-discovery as part of coming out.
Pups can be of all body types, including slender and muscular or roundish and heavy (not the same as a gay cub). Pups can also have body hair or be smooth.
Remember, the defining trait for a pup is their newness to the gay world. After they’ve been out awhile and been exposed to dating, apps, bars, hookups, etc – they then graduate to another classification.
So there you have it – the main differences between a twink and a pup for gay men.
Be sure to check out this post on jocks, wolves, otters and bears on Paired Life!
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If you happen to fit the gay man’s stereotype of being a snappy dresser, you probably already own most of these wardrobe staples.
From cashmere sweaters to Chelsea boots, our favorite men’s fashion essentials should be your a priority.
Whether you’re a career man or a free bird, having an assortment of wardrobe choices is never a bad thing, right? Review these 17 men’s fashion essentials every gay man needs.
Ralph Lauren’s Aston Poplin Dress Shirt may be your most versatile piece. With men’s suits, it’s a dress shirt. With jeans, it’s more casual.
Every man who appreciates high-quality men’s fashion should own a luxurious cashmere sweater. The possibilities are endless with this Cashmere and Cotton Sweater .
Stylish urban sneakers are perfect when you don’t know what to wear. These Baldese sneakers look casual, yet well put-together.
Let your inner freak fly, even at the office. There’s something intriguing about a man wearing colorful dress socks beneath his perfectly creased dress pants.
Be ready for impromptu drinks after work by wearing deliciously scented Cade Aftershave Balm . It soothes skin and smells fantastic.
Chinos pair nicely with almost any shirt. These slim-fit chinos provide a casual, yet tailored look.
This white t-shirt isn’t referring to those dingy undershirts in your drawer. A high-quality white crew neck t-shirt is a gay fashion staple that looks sexy with any style pant.
This fitted bomber jacket from Phix Clothing is perfect for those cool, late-night walks home from the bar.
A simple navy blazer can dress up any outfit in a flash because it looks great over a t-shirt, polo or Oxford.
Dark wash jeans create a semi-casual look that isn’t too casual. Stick to straight leg or slim-fit because baggy jeans look sloppy.
A classic Henley is the epitome of rugged masculinity. This Slim Flagstone Henley is perfect when a regular long-sleeve t-shirt is a bit too casual.
Invest in a pair of black dress shoes, like these Calfskin Derbies , for formal events, the office and everywhere in-between.
A vital gay men’s grooming essential for traveling is under-eye balm, like this one from boscia . Under-eye balm reduces puffiness and brightens your eyes when coping with jet lag.
A chic pair of Chelsea boots can be worn with jeans, khakis or dress pants. These ASOS boots are stylish and versatile.
Every man looks sharp in a tailored-fit gray suit. This micro-twill gray suit is more versatile than black and can be worn year-round.
During summer, you can get away with wearing a blazer with flair. Without going too over-the-top, a fun blazer works well for less-formal summer events.
Everyone needs a traditional London Fog trench coat for damp, chilly days. This timeless look will never go out of style.
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