Bite the Fruit

The Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill400 New Jersey Ave, NWWashington, DC Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend (MAL) is an annual LGBTQ+ celebration of the leather and kink communities. Produced and hosted by the Centaur Motorcycle Club, thousands participate in various events including Mr. MAL Contest, puppy play, dances, and Leather Cocktails. Bite the Fruit joins nearly 30 artisans, craftspeople and vendors of leather and fetish gear from across the country in the Exhibitor Hall. Leather Cocktails, a formal social with dinner on Saturday evening, is the cornerstone event of the weekend. The highlight of the evening is MAL’s parade of colors....

We all know that guy. He walks into a room and a strong scent of cologne (usually unpleasant) fills the space and threatens to choke you. It’s impossible to ignore and, in extreme cases, lingers long after he leaves. Don’t be that guy. How should you properly apply and wear cologne? There are many ways to wear fragrance—nearly as many as there are fragrances available. Here’s a guide to how to wear cologne: Make it personal Fragrance is a deeply personal matter. Many have strong opinions about wearing colognes. Only subscribe to a suggestion that truly works for you. Fragrance...

Whether you’re embarking on a new romance or attempting to strengthen a long-term union, the journey can be filled with unpredictable twists and turns. While all interpersonal relationships are complex, romantic relationships can bring unexpected challenges. The basic building blocks of a happy, healthy relationship are empathy, positivity, and a strong emotional bond. Gathered below are some of the best, most straightforward relationship advice from celebrities (and professionals) who’ve successfully navigated the peaks and valleys of their own relationships. Their words can serve as a guide for our own journeys toward stronger connections and deeper, more profound bonds. Regardless of...

Cultivating connection with your partner is vital to the success of your relationship. Setting time aside, even when time is limited, should be a priority. Feeling disconnected with one's partner is quite common. Couples are constantly assailed by everyday stresses: different work schedules, a new baby, money anxiety, health concerns, job pressures, etc. Sometimes even happy events add to the tension in relationships: planning a wedding, a visit from the in-laws, holiday dinners, etc. Carving out quality time with one's partner becomes another chore to add to a long to-do list. In the back of our minds, we know that...

I want to be in a relationship but I’m not motivated to date Falling in love is one of the best feelings in the world. Being able to share your day-to-day experiences with the person you love is a truly transformative experience. However, the road is often not easy or even enjoyable. Dating can be rough. Not everyone is lucky in love. Some of us have to kiss a few frogs before we meet the right person. If you’ve ever experienced heart-break, you’ll understand how that can affect your self-esteem and make you question if you’ll ever find love again....