The mustache is more than facial hair: it’s a symbol shaped by history, politics, sexuality, and queer identity. In this video, we’re diving into the surprising evolution of the mustache, from ancient civilizations and medieval warriors to its bold role in gay culture, counterculture, and modern masculinity.

From the Castro Clones and Freddie Mercury to Movember and men’s mental health, the stache reflects how ideas of gender and identity continue to evolve.

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Sources:
Mustache vs. Moustache: Which is Correct?: https://www.grammarly.com/blog/commonly-confused-words/mustache-moustache/

The Statues of Rahotep and Nofret: https://arce.org/statues-rahotep-and-nofret/

The Moustache: A Hairy History: https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20140703-the-moustache-a-hairy-history

Why Peter the Great Established a Beard Tax: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/why-tsar-peter-great-established-beard-tax-180964693/

About Movember: https://us.movember.com/about/cause

The Mustache is Thriving. But What Does It Mean?: https://www.esquire.com/style/grooming/a32947149/mustache-trend-history/

A Sexual, Social and Political History of the Mustache: https://english.elpais.com/culture/2022-09-26/a-sexual-social-and-political-history-of-the-mustache-joaquin-phoenix-couldnt-have-had-a-beard-in-her-it-had-to-be-a-mustache.html

Cruisin’ With the Mustache Crew: Meet the Facial-Hair Style Taking Over Every Gay Bar in the City: https://www.thecut.com/2019/04/cruisin-with-the-mustache-crew.html

One Hairy Lip, a Mix of Messages: https://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/02/fashion/02skin.html

Castro Clone: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castro_clone

Gay/Bi Men and Mustaches, a History in Photos: https://www.advocate.com/comedy/2019/11/07/gay-men-and-mustaches-history-photos

The Rules of Movember: https://us.movember.com/uploads/images/Fundraise/FundraisingResources/Movember%20Rules/2019-Movember-Rules_ENG.pdf

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