Before the term was popularized, it was used for any hairy gay man. They might not portray the same rugged disposition in person as they do when in a picture frame, and so a photograph of a bear might not do them justice. They might not be muscular, but when you imagine a bear you imagine the picture of masculinity. They aren’t necessarily obese or overweight, but they bring some bulk to the table. What exactly is a “bear” in gay culture?īears are usually on the bigger side. These are slightly hairy guys who might not be quite as big as their counterparts.
A twink, for example, is a younger guy with boyish good looks. On the male side of the gay community, various physical types are categorized, each with its own distinct name. It seems like the “dude” side of gay culture always gets the most attention women are excluded from all the fun.
