Dorian Electra Uses Makeup To Become A "Genderless Clown" | Face Forward

Gender-fluid pop musician Dorian Electra doesn't prefer to use makeup to cover things up, but rather to create looks that allow for self-expression.
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[@sillysticker888]

Petition for Dorian to start calling their fans “little mustache people”

[@lardkraken8231]

YES

[@topangaleija]

I almost cried when they said that, it was v cute

[@floorpaws1]

im down

[@leilax3804]

YESYESYES

[@alliarsenic]

Yes.

[@dumpstercub2902]

Remember kids, you don’t need makeup to be a gender less clown, some of us already are

[@lizsaphyr9549]

i laughed but i wanna cry

[@fartersharter]

😕

[@SerfsUp1848]

@@dualcoregalaxyxxnewextensi1687 fuck breh your lame

[@alexandrab2700]

@@dualcoregalaxyxxnewextensi1687 you need to take a walk outside or something

[@user-dw6xm4io1u]

@@dualcoregalaxyxxnewextensi1687 get help... Seriously, this (

[@yallratripbye9570]

Honestly the mustache really pulls the entire look together. I honestly didn't recognize dorian until the mustache was on?? I think it's bc im high. The mustache just makes me feel so much.

[@jessicamongiovijm]

You're awesome 😂

[@nathanielotey2093]

I thought they had it tattooed on lol

[@jazaelbriones1774]

i was going to like this but it has exactly 420 likes, gotta respect the symbols

[@prettyhamburger6462]

I get what you're saying

[@noodleznoodlez6185]

Lmfao same

[@o.steinman3855]

What a monarch (not a king nor a queen)

[@yamsiramsi7809]

someone of Higher power

[@jessie3985]

quing

[@danny.nedelk0]

Fuck monarchs though

[@Meccarox]

But seriously fuck monarchy.

[@aaronqureshi5968]

@@Meccarox Like very seriously.. Fuck monarchy

[@ceciliamarques7832]

Their singing voice and their actual voice is so different wtf i'm in love

[@brixiu5]

Each one of their song's vocals is HEAVILY distorted. The closest to a "regular" singing voice is there bridge of Career Boy if you want an example. Or just look up live performances.

[@brixiu5]

Or the song Vibrator

[@jaredkodiak8160]

That would be the gratuitous overuse of autotune

[@adixar]

Who they?

[@melancholygarden]

@@adixar Dorian

[@whisperian]

"Genderless clown" is my new favorite.

[@PFDadReacts]

Their hair is ｉｒｉｄｅｓｃｅｎｓｅ

[@greentaigo2552]

Ruari is a Dorian fan confirmed

[@skeletalskeleton551]

It’s kinda like ur profile - thermocamera 😂♥️

[@adixar]

Who's they?

[@seth9254]

Adem Sofilić Dorian

[@WowwowLulu]

Adem Sofilić Dorian uses them/they pronouns

[@user-io9hj9ip2d]

it's crazy how their skin looks so perfect and flawless in videos but here you can see how it's really not bumps pores and everything are visible really show how powerful make up is and how okay it is not to look "perfect"

[@ImLiterallySoup]

of course it's ok to have acne/pores/scars everybody has "imperfections" and it's time to stop judging and criticizing, every body is beautiful, embrace it :)))

[@bluBlaq33]

Dorian is growing on me and I HATE pop music, I listen to punk, Metal, industrial, but what they are trying to do is pretty sick. Breaking down barriers is always necessary.

[@jessiehoolahoopsmcgee]

Dorian is definitely on their own level of pop, very inspired!

[@PainofRazeration]

Her new album is awesome. Flamboyant was the first song.of hers I've ever heard and I still can't get enough of it lol

[@jessiehoolahoopsmcgee]

@@PainofRazeration *their/they/them. 🙏🏼💞✌🏼

[@dayglowjoe]

i knew you would eventually succumb to pop music, it just needed the right artist

[@greentaigo2552]

Experimental pop is one of the most interesting categories of music, even beating a lot of other experimental branches if music. Its just the fact that pop sort of became a pretty bland and safe sounding genre and combining elements of that genre into a non safe and experimental track is very interesting. Dorian does it very good as well and is together with Sophie and Kero Kero Bonito one of the best of the category

[@tydusrain4476]

Their whole style is one big "fuck the rules" statement and I am HERE FOR IT

[@beckiesuesim2157]

People: So are you a man or a woman? Dorian Electra: Yes

[@youthofyesterdayrecords]

Or No.

[@teraknight6866]

Woman but u do what you want

[@tyr4m1]

their gender is maybe

[@nock3893]

“Splunge.”

[@hellodumbass7488]

Beckiesue Sim a woman

[@Bee-li8ox]

It's amazing to see genderfluid representation in such a talented and visually striking individual. I've never had representation at all, and I get THIS?? Jackpot bitches 😍😏

[@AGrrrlsTwoSoundCents]

Pun intended? ("Jackpot" is the name of one of their songs)

[@Bee-li8ox]

@@AGrrrlsTwoSoundCents omg I completely forgot about that 😂

[@isthataspider7410]

Exactlyyyy

[@MsOAWR]

absolute god king of the teeny pencil mustache. i hope Dorian get's to appreciate the scope of how much they've impacted drag kings all over.

[@bytesize0801]

churblieballoon Kings have been doing thin mustaches for years. I think drag Kong’s have impacted him, not the other way around. But go off.

[@fignewton9310]

*have impacted _THEM_

[@Eutropios]

blazeキ *they've Your transphobia is not welcome here

[@kuchuyobenai9461]

@@Eutropios It might not be transphobia though. They might just not know yet.

[@Lufe_Stark]

I am very attracted to this person update: i realized I'm pansexual and non binary lmao

[@imakeplaylist1597]

RIGHT, CAN SOMEONE LIKE THEM JUST ✨BE HERE✨ ✨NEXT TO ME✨

[@tunahvi]

i 10000% agree with you

[@juniorgoulartflorez8477]

Me too. Since the first clip lol

[@ha8ler761]

As an NB I look upto this genderfluid person and the way I feel so invested in their art is beyond concerning

[@topangaleija]

Same, so unhealthily so

[@amandabravo3347]

People: so are you a man or a woman? Dorian: or

[@_anshin_anshin]

More like Dorian: Attention starved snowflake.

[@moiraswife]

@@_anshin_anshin u jealous?

[@kbs1212]

Buff Butch No. Attention starved is right.

[@whyarepeoplesubscribedtome]

kuma I don’t believe in gender fluidity but you are acting more attention starved than Dorian.

[@giannagarcia2878]

@@_anshin_anshin If that's what Dorian is, than God fucking yes, I too would like to become a "Attention Starved Snowflake". God damn are those sexy af 😂🤚🏼

[@scissorluv80]

A truly androgynous individual. I love everything about this

[@babymilksnatcher]

the fact that Dorian is their real birth name although they are AFAB tells it all.

[@grevohsdraws1925]

SHORT STOCK I thought they were a really feminine guy at first but okay.

[@grevohsdraws1925]

SHORT STOCK Nah they have a very strong masculine jawline along with eyes.

[@TealAstronaut]

I mean not to me... I can tell what gender she is

[@TealAstronaut]

Oo0pp

[@kiss4god]

dorian is so hot n cool...

[@Vivicci.x]

Idk why but that little drawn on mustache makes Dorian so hot to me

[@willownaturewood]

When they say that they feel like themselves most with the "Genderless clown makeup" I actually understand. I don't recognize my own reflection most days, but when I do my avant-garde makeup for my photoshoots, I seem to recognize myself in the natural charade. The application of the non-anatomical costumes become my revealing of my true identity making me realize the I in Identity transcends what biology limits itself to.

[@GrowlingPanda]

Dorian has this sort of style where what they feel or look like is abstract. I love that so much. It's so creative how they do it.

[@Riley-wc7bw]

I love seeing Dorian blow up! I was shopping at WalMart for makeup back in college and this person (Dorian) approached me and started talking to me about makeup and stuff...and then they asked me to follow them on instagram. And now I'm seeing them everywhere online lol

[@kbs1212]

Tyler Klein Why would you want an artist you admire to blow up? How terribly violent of you, Tyler.

[@koro-sensei7884]

dicetaro LMAO

[@naomij5153]

vissey I can’t tell if you’re being serious or not 👁 👄 👁

[@bandamani]

@@naomij5153 obvs not wtf lol

[@naomij5153]

Bandamani I’m sorry lmaooo 😭

[@neitherworld]

I would die for dorian electra

[@neonlacee]

Literally. They must be protected at all costs, it's an honor to know they exist.

[@muerdetelosdientes6906]

They’re so adorable💖💖

[@dogeymon83]

badvibed666 there’s only one person here. It’s a girl.

[@slimjimjr96]

You're right THEY are adorable!

[@greentaigo2552]

@@dogeymon83 even ignoring your transphobia the "there is only one person here" thing would be wrong seeing how 'them' has been used singular for hundreds of years. Its meant to signify someone whose gender is not confirmed and has been used like that for a long time

[@themaninthebox4906]

@@greentaigo2552 can we use is for them because I've been doing it and I don't know if that's right or wrong

[@_anshin_anshin]

@@greentaigo2552 ...transphobia? That's very obviously a female. Just because you choose to not conform to the gender stereotypes (which she is still doing by wearing make up albeit more theatrical than a projection of femininity) doesn't change your sex. She's still female even if she hates women or being female or just needs more attention.

[@ceci843]

AJSKDJDGSHDHDH i got to go see dorian at houston pride and low key almost passed out 🤧😭💕

[@pastelfailure2905]

LUCKYYY, im in houston and i wasnt able to go this year 😭😭😭

[@sabrinas8659]

They’re playing again in Houston at the Satellite Bar in September 🖤

[@jeromed5390]

Are you a he him lesbian? :/

[@ceci843]

RAt BoY no, why?

[@jessiehoolahoopsmcgee]

I love Dorian Electra, their mustache and their makeup! Oh and Dorian's wardrobe style is fire!🔥💖✌🏼

[@gabrielasantos6613]

the smile, the voice, the style..... a truly gender fluid beauty

[@exaggeratedyawning4018]

idk if it's a nonbinary thing, but i also feel more like myself at night

[@themilkcarton2527]

We’re all werewolves

[@sofiazimmerman971]

I am absolutely in love with Dorian Electra. They stand for everything that should be right in the world. I am blown away.

[@OkamiWSDwarrior]

I absolutely adore them I want to hug them. Thank you Dorian for being yourself and being a representation for queer and trans people 💗

[@xxmyharturhandzxx]

Y. E S E D E E N

[@jewelcloud836]

Summer vibes going on with dorians look. Hair is a weather radar, face is a water melon, and outfit is a tennis ball. 🔥fire🔥

[@GhostOfAmsterdam69]

I really like their style. What a cool person

[@raphaeldububuchim6983]

You helped give me the courage to come out as genderfluid. Thank you

[@warrenlwolfe]

their music videos, the fashion and visual direction, beauty looks, are are so considered and incredible

[@ThilieTourmaline]

I love them so much ♥️ if I ever met Dorian I would cry

[@heatherbishop7104]

I love how confident Dorian is just winging it with makeup and it always looks dope. I wish I could do looks like that and be as confident. Kudos to showing all the brands of the palettes and other products they use. Got some Urban Decay, NYX, Lime Crime, Milk, etc. I'm also really digging the semi-rainbow shag/mullet look. It's definitely unique!

[@itsvanrose]

I just love their vibe 💖💖

[@neversurrender2909]

dei it’s one thing to mess up there and their but common ! “I just love they are vibe”.... what ?

[@juu366]

I think she means "her vibe".

[@neversurrender2909]

Spudroification no actually, Dorian doesn’t identify as she , they identify as they them or their , not that I completely get it , but it’s not had to change one word for a person likings that makes them feel more comfortable

[@kbs1212]

Never Surrender She’s not going to read the comments section. What you’re saying has merit but makes no sense logically.

[@issumusi]

@@kbs1212 No.

[@Nocakeinthefridge]

Love how cute Dorian is in this video. They seem like a super chill and fun person to talk to

[@kylezsmilez563]

I've only recently found out about this person. Already completely adore them!

[@Suspiriaweirdo]

I've been so hooked on your MV lol you're the best!

[@vectralahu9200]

they have the prettiest smile I've ever seen 😭😭

[@amor2827]

im a genderless clown too but for other reasons, mostly in my love relationships.

[@topangaleija]

can relate

[@yngvildrthevoracious]

the moustache thing is exactly how I felt when I decided to use a colored powder to set the rest of my face (using transluscent for undereye still) and it came out looking like I had a 5 o'clock shadow. I like, do it all the time now. My contouring shade goes all the way to my jawbone, no separation now

[@haleycarrington6864]

absolutely love them 💓✨

[@furthernerd]

their hair and style is EVERYTHING. i love them

[@r___ane_0172]

Ugh I love their hair! What a king ✨

[@mattelhead793]

I love their music and oh my god the music videos 💕 The makeup , costumes and performance in them are just so good !

[@Fractal_Flower]

You are so beautiful! I admire your style and the way you mix masculine and feminine. Makes me happy :)

[@estradiolvalerate8925]

They go by they/them but i wanna be their/theirs 🤤

[@ahgwsn]

THEY ARE SOOOOO PRETTY

[@SeitanicLady]

Dorian, you have inspired my boyfriend and I to live as our true selves. Thank you for that and your wonderful music and dancing.

[@user-sw6kv1pq8q]

I’m so glad I see positive comments!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@kbs1212]

emmanouela loukis In other words, “I’m so happy to live in an echo chamber! I only accept people’s affirmations on what I enjoy!” I’m cool with you liking this entertainer, but please don’t be ignorant to reality.

[@user-sw6kv1pq8q]

dicetaro what

[@jayden-everttlinklater8794]

dicetaro WHAT THE FUCK, WHAT YOU SAID MADE ABSOLUTELY NO CENTS.... I KEPT ON RE READING YOUR COMMENT, IT MAKES NO CENTS LUV XX 😘 💅🏽👏❤️

[@honeysucle10]

Wow, you're just too darn cool! I love the way you do your makeup like a total artist, it's so weird and wonderful, I just love your style~ And I REALLY love that little villain moustache, that's such an awesome trademark!

[@milkymoon5917]

A legend !! Thank you!!!!!! 💕

[@Madkalibyr]

Love their creativity and music! ❤

[@michellewahbeh9609]

dorian is such an inspiration

[@melissag8270]

I love Dorian Electra!!!! I'm so glad I could get a sneak peak into the makeup routine 😍❤👌

[@sjpink99]

Seeing all of the wild makeup Dorian wears makes me want to wear more colour lol

[@smolbattybat296]

Thanks for the gender fluid representation! It's one that I don't see often, but being gender fluid myself I want to see more of.

[@matildaoliver6838]

@@_anshin_anshin ^^^^^

[@ezogh3826]

kuma don’t talk about shit you don’t experience yourself pls

[@nightcollapse]

@s t a r ayy comment here when you start making music so i get the notif

[@dn8601]

@@_anshin_anshin can you just Plz shut up ?

[@sexualizedgoldie6317]

@@_anshin_anshin Get with the times loser.

[@lewisovhebn]

LOVE THE POSITIVITY

[@oracleofdewphi]

I love this look! I also really relate to feeling most like myself with more of a “night” look, but not feeling comfortable wearing that during the day.

[@jagtyckadebra3831]

THEY ARE SO CUTEE

[@Shaddowedlegends]

that hair is just stunningly flawless and love dorians music!

[@maxens_is_here]

I was a genderless clown without wearing anything already. My entire life is one big joke.

[@maxemmel6422]

ugh i love them so much

[@sadlittleangel4469]

i luv dorian electra so much ♡

[@mr8260]

love the unique makeup so beautiful

[@daphne-blue]

💕wow their hair looks so good in this video~

[@mita4993]

really look so good, and you are so cool!

[@Sabrinachic45]

I can't wait to see you in DC this coming month! I'll be donning my own version of "OMG, make you your mind"-genderless clown.

[@mowgloistan2804]

God I want their confidence so badly

[@peachairee]

a true legend, we stan!

[@_gerb0t]

a legend, honestly

[@LinziOfficial]

They are iconic!!

[@user-gc4rd6gg9k]

I just love them so much...

[@cpt.lobster3366]

I have never knew they were like this. I’ve just found their music on Spotify every time I play “say it right” and the song that comes on next is “Daddy like” 😂

[@prayersonfire]

I love their hair so much 🥺

[@kuromigirly3]

honestly love Dorian so much!

[@lulugemnsk8960]

Totally here for Dorian xo

[@LadiesandgentlemenfooFIGHTERS]

they have a really nice smile

[@haydenroberts6034]

" you know it's good when you wanna eat it" honestly big mood

[@lenabarlow]

I love Dorian. So inspiring

[@waluigi6410]

So thoughtful

[@platesmcplates9057]

I hope more people find Dorian They really deserve it

[@kbs1212]

Plates Mcplates I just did and I regret it.

[@bloodykyun]

their the most adorable person i've ever seen.

[@myssangela4872]

They seem very different from what I was expecting. They seem very nice and calm to hang around

[@lovelyseconds]

Absolute aesthetic!!!

[@KissyCrissy]

One Of A Kind, Rock On!

[@obliviouscandybar]

Now this is my kind of makeup video!

[@truetransveganrebel9]

Dorian's speaking voice is so cute

[@JordanSullivanadventures]

It's wild to see how laid-back they are in more regular times

[@Shandajalaa]

Beautiful makeup!

[@oscarthecouch69]

THEIR HAIR IS GORGEOUS WHAT

[@joserenteria5406]

🎶I'm flamboyant I go all the way🎶

[@jazwhoaskedforthis]

Their hair is so awesome

[@hannaharthur7468]

I love them so much I would literally die for them

[@chrissy5323]

I LOVE DORIAN SO MUCH AHHH

[@christinab.9175]

They are so cuteee💞

[@constanzelaflamme8648]

i like that hair!!! much nice

[@TsavosAlliance]

Now I know more about Dorian after watching this :)

[@CobaltLobo]

Someone told me today that I look a lot like Dorian Electra and it was super flattering lol