Femme men are pretty easy to spot. It’s an innate thing, so playing pretend
is a game they will unconsciously fail at.

You can easily tell from their mannerisms, their dress sense and their
behavioral patterns. They mirror a lot of feminine traits. However,&nbsp; Do
feminine traits water down a man’s masculinity? In a country like Nigeria, it’s
almost impossible to be two things at the same time.&nbsp; You’re forced to
choose .

You
 can’t be a baddie and wifey.&nbsp;You can’t be religious and open minded. 
You can’t be masculine and feminine.&nbsp; You’re either one, or none at all.
 Where does that leave the men who encapsulate both masculine and 
feminine
traits? A lot of Femme men in Nigeria live their lives&nbsp; shrouded in 
fear.
Fear of being shamed. Fear of being beaten. Fear of being killed.

I was&nbsp; scrolling through Tik Tok some days ago and I stumbled upon
a&nbsp; small niche Influencer who is a femme boy and he was&nbsp; speaking out
after&nbsp; being harassed by a group of boys because of his feminine traits.
This is a reality of a lot femme men in Nigeria.

Today, we celebrate Femme men in Nigeria who are audaciously living&nbsp;
true authentic self. Our focus is aimed at these 4 Male celebrities who have
loudly embraced their feminine sides empowering people just like them to live
their truth.

Enioluwa Adeoluwa famously known as the Lip gloss boy stands as a radiant
shimmer of authenticity. His infectious and outgoing personality might have
captured the hearts of Nigerians, however, his loud beauty statements have
gotten him global recognition. In the last two years, he has worked with top
brands like Fenty beauty, Mac Cosmetics and is also currently the brand
ambassador for Crocs Nigeria.

This makes him one of the very few men in Nigeria flourishing and thriving
in the beauty space. In a society that often clings to outdated notions of
masculinity, Enioluwa defies conventions, deliberately creating a path of
liberation for all who dare to follow.

In 2022, during an intimate and empowering interview with the prestigious
Paper Magazine, Enioluwa talked about his journey of self-discovery.&nbsp;He
spoke out about what it means for a guy like him to possess femininity as part
of his identity.&nbsp; He revealed his deep desire to see a Nigeria where every
individual is free to embrace their true selves without fear or prejudice. His
vision extends far beyond the beauty industry, as he advocates for societal
change, where the uniqueness of each individual is celebrated rather than
suppressed.

Enioluwa's loud beauty statement serves as&nbsp; an invitation to us to
explore our own truths and embrace the beauty trapped inside us.

Denola Grey shines brightly as a vibrant and unapologetic media personality
fearlessly challenging traditional gender norms. He is famous for his eloquence
and his one in a million exquisite style. While Denola's effeminacy has been the subject of remarks and insults over
the years, he is not one to cower and hide his face when jabs are thrown.
Instead, he confronts these derogatory comments with a startling&nbsp; wisdom
that soothes minds.

Having received a lot of mocking statements like&nbsp; "You act like a
girl" or "you act like a woman," Denola choses to not let it
offend him. He recognizes that accepting such remarks as an offense perpetuates
the harmful societal ideals founded on deeply ingrained heteronormative
patriarchal beliefs that see being “a woman” as something weak.

Denola elegantly showcases that there is no right or wrong way to express
oneself through his bold fashion choices always.&nbsp; He has embraced the
fluidity that comes with being human, loudly defying the notion that certain
qualities are exclusively reserved for just one gender. Nigeria might have tried to place femme men like him in a rigid box, but
Denola Grey outrightly rejects it. His story resonates deeply with those who
are itching to break free from the stifling constraints of societal
expectations.

Swanky Jerry has fearlessly redefined style and self-expression, with his
bold and imaginative fashion choices, leading a lot of people to regard him as
a femme man. He proudly wears the most daring ensembles traditionally
associated with femininity, proving that his fashion isn't bound by gender
rules. Despite receiving both praise and criticism, he remains unapologetically
true to himself.

As a talented and recognized fashion stylist, Swanky Jerry goes beyond being
a fashion icon.He has also become a symbol of hope for femme men and others in
general who want to express themselves through their fashion choices freely.
This is a powerful reminder that fashion can empower people. Through his unique
style, he invites others to break free from societal norms and discover their
own beauty.

There would be no list without the trail blazer himself, Denrele Edun who
paved the way for other femme men to shine. Even before Femme men were a
popular thing in the Nigerian society, Denrele has always been expressive about
his love for feminine style and beauty, redefining masculinity in an authentic
way. Denrele's journey over the last 10 years has been a beautiful exploration of
who he truly is. Just a man, living his truth. He has proudly embraced all the
human sides to him, showing that it is in fact okay to be unique and true to
oneself.

Amidst the admiration he receives, Denrele has also faced a lot of judgment
and criticism.&nbsp;But, like a phoenix, he rises above it all, teaching people
just like him that you can possess incredible strength even in the face of
society rejections. His resilience is an inspiration for others who want to be
themselves without fear.

The stories of Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Denola Grey, Swanky Jerry, and Denrele
Ekun serve as powerful testaments to the transformative power of living
authentically and embracing one's true self. Each of these amazing humans
fearlessly navigates and challenges the waters of gender expectations with
stoic courage.

Enioluwa,
 the lip gloss boy, shows us that beauty can sometimes come in
different shades of lip gloss. Denola Grey teaches us the importance of 
staying
true to oneself and doing it with class and elegance. Swanky Jerry 
reminds of the importance of celebrating fashion diversity and
tearing down gender fashion norms. And Finally, Denrele's audacious
self-expression continues to serve as an illuminating beacon of hope for
 others
to follow and embrace their authentic selves.

In a world scrambling for acceptance and
understanding, Enioluwa, Denola, Swanky Jerry, and Denrele are reminders that
the power of authenticity knows no bounds.&nbsp;The true essence of beauty lies
not in conformity, but in embracing the rich strokes of diversity that colors
our world.

In a world scrambling for acceptance and understanding, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Denola Grey, Swanky Jerry, and Denrele Edun are reminders that the power of authenticity knows no bounds.

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