Inside Studio LUX

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A short History of Latex

Ava von Hel
10.08.2026

How Latex Evolved from a Ritual Artefact to the famous Catsuit and a Popular Material for Clothing: A Brief Insight into the Discovery and Global Establishment of Latex Production.

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Trans sex work: rage and joy

Jamie Transboy_Dom
03.08.2026

Trans Sex Work: Rage and Joy is a personal essay about sex work that uses experiences of transmasculine sex work as a starting point for reflecting on power structures within the erotic industry. The essay argues that, since sex work is work, it cannot be understood separately from broader societal power structures any more than any other form of labor can. It calls for greater representation, more honest conversations about privilege and structural inequality, and more spaces where people with diverse bodies, identities, and desires can be seen and express themselves more freely. At the same time, the essay shows that change is already happening through the courage and commitment of sex workers, the growing visibility of non-normative service providers, and an increasing number of marginalized clients who are claiming their place within the erotic industry.

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