7 Common First Signs That You're Gay

Gather 'round, baby gays and seasoned queens alike! Let’s take a walk down memory lane to those precious, scandalous, and downright fabulous early signs that made us think, "Wait… am I… different?" Whether you were draping yourself in bedsheets like couture or side-eyeing the boys’ locker room a little too much, we've all had those little inklings that clued us in before we even knew what "gay" was.

Here are seven classic signs that had us raising our brows and crossing our fingers in fabulous suspicion. 🌈💅

Choosing Barbies Over G.I. Joes

Listen, no hate to G.I. Joe, but... let's be real. While your little cousins were all about those plastic muscles and camo outfits, you were brushing Barbie's hair and dreaming up her next career as an international pop sensation. Barbie had the wardrobe, the drama, the luxury dream house, and, honey, she was everything. While everyone else was pretending to wage wars, you were choreographing Barbie’s tour and giving Ken a fashion makeover.

Honestly, choosing Barbie over G.I. Joe was our first foray into taste. And as it turns out, being able to recognize good fashion and fierce hair flips at an early age was just the beginning!

“Noticing” Bulges

Oh, come on. You know exactly what I’m talking about! One day, you’re innocently hanging out with your friends, and the next, you’re getting a bit… distracted. Whether it was in the locker room, during gym class, or at the community pool, there was a moment when you realized you had a keen eye for bulges.

You didn’t fully understand it at the time, but something about those little hints of fabric tension made you feel… interested? Excited? Like you were learning a new kind of anatomy class? Suddenly, you weren’t just seeing clothes — you were noticing everything underneath. And let’s just say, you haven’t looked back since. 👀

Developing a Fierce Sense of Fashion

When other kids were begging for action figures or bikes, you were like, “But what about that fabulous scarf?” Whether you were picking out clothes for yourself or staging full-on runway shows with your toys, you had an eye for fashion that would make Anna Wintour proud.

Little did you know, your ability to match colors, spot trends, and critique an outfit from 20 feet away would one day serve you well in the gay community. Your fashion sense wasn’t just a hobby, darling; it was a calling. Because let’s face it, gay men have always been on the cutting edge of style.

Getting a Little Too Interested in the Underwear Section

You know that moment when your mom drags you to the store, and you find yourself inexplicably drawn to the men’s underwear aisle? Yeah. That’s not a phase, sweetheart. It’s called a “clue.”

While everyone else was distracted by socks or boring old pants, you were taking a slow stroll past those Calvin Klein displays, eyeing the perfectly chiseled mannequins in their undies. At the time, you probably didn’t even realize what you were looking at. But those trips to the department store weren’t just shopping trips; they were revelations. And let’s just say, those underwear models were serving major inspiration.

Finding an Obsession with Classmates’ Legs

Ah, school days… when suddenly, PE class became less about exercise and more about appreciation. There you were, sitting in class or out on the playground, and — wait, what’s this? Your eyes are suddenly drawn to your classmate’s calves, thighs, and… let’s just say, everything in between.

Maybe it was a best friend or that cute boy who always wore just the right shorts, but something about those legs had you feeling all kinds of ways. Sure, other people admired their athletic skills, but you? You were admiring them like they were Michelangelo’s David. And thus, a lifetime of leg appreciation was born. 😏

Watching Disney Movies for the Villains… and Their Fabulous Capes

Disney movies were great, but let’s be real — you were there for the villains. Ursula, Scar, Maleficent, Jafar? ICONS. Forget the princesses; it was all about those dark, glamorous characters with killer wardrobes, dramatic speeches, and that effortless sass.

Maybe it was their fabulous capes, their killer cheekbones, or their general flair for the dramatic, but you just knew that the villains had it going on. They were unapologetically themselves, and something about that spoke to you on a deep level. Let’s be honest: there’s a reason the LGBTQ+ community has a soft spot for Disney villains. They were our first queer icons!

Getting Butterflies Watching Any Male-Male Friendship on TV

Remember watching TV and seeing two guys on screen together, and thinking, Wow, they’re just really good friends. But then… why did that make you feel so giddy? Whether it was Frodo and Sam, Zack and Cody, or any other “totally platonic” friendship, there was something about two men together that just gave you that tingly feeling.

And yes, you might have written fan fiction in your head where they were just a little bit closer than they were in the show. At the time, you didn’t realize you were just begging for some representation. But honey, that was a gay awakening if I’ve ever heard of one. 🥂

Final Thoughts: The Signs Were Always There, Darling

So there you have it. Whether it was playing with Barbies, noticing your classmate’s legs, or drooling over the underwear section, the signs were always there, honey. And now, we can look back and laugh (and maybe cringe a little) at all those fabulous hints that were leading us to our true, glittery path. 🌈✨

So, next time someone asks when you knew, you can just shrug, smile, and say, “Honey, the signs were there since day one.” 💁‍♀️ Cheers to those early gay awakenings, and remember — you’re not alone. We all saw those bulges, too. 😘