Binders for transmasculine, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming folks
Affordable and effective binders. (Amazon/)For transgender and gender-nonconforming people who choose to bind—the compression of chest tissue to create a flat appearance—shopping online for binders can be an overwhelming yet affirming experience. In a 2017 study of 1,800 transmasculine adults, participants reported decreased gender dysphoria, anxiety, depression, and overall improved mood after binding. Since there are often obstacles and health risks to binding, accessibility, safety and comfort are imperative.Reliable choice for every body. (Amazon/)Underworks’ Tri-Top is one of the strongest medical grade compression binders that fits right, feels good, and hides discretely underneath your clothing with no seams or bunching. The fabric is a nylon-spandex blend and comes in three basic colors—black, white, and beige. Binder sizes range from XS to XXXL for people with 28 to 52 inch chests. Plus, every Underworks purchase goes towards helping donate a binder to a trans person in need.More colorful than the rest,...