The LEWKS for the Lewk + Runway contest were fire! Check out the photos from the ICONIQ moment.

ICONIQA is more than an event. It is a gathering point for LGBTQIA+ expression, visibility, and cultural exchange. It’s a showcase of Queer Excellence in all of its forms. Each edition is designed as a living platform where nightlife, fashion, performance, and community come together to celebrate the creativity and resilience of our global LGBTQIA+ community.

Analog photos captured by Carol Audrey

Prepare to have your expectations shattered and your senses tantalized as the legendary Romain Von Purple takes the stage! With over eight years of burlesque brilliance under his (probably rhinestoned) belt, Romain brings an electrifying mix of dark sensuality, campy wit, and jaw-dropping talent to every performance. A dancer since the age of seven, he pirouetted his way out of the ordinary and straight into the fabulous world of glitter, striptease, and unapologetic self-expression.

On July 2, 2024, Brooklyn became the backdrop for a powerful celebration of identity, expression, and unity, as the collaborative video project "Queer Excellence: Brooklyn” took to the streets.

Introduction Haley Varacallo: the Brooklyn-based photographer and art director transforming imagination into vibrant, otherworldly visuals. With a love for bold colors, dramatic lighting, and playful storytelling, Haley’s work blurs the line between dream and reality. Her creations celebrate individuality, queerness, and the art of self-expression, inviting you into a world that’s as magical as it is unapologetically unique.