For 50 years, Fantasy UnLtd at the Market has stood as more than just a lingerie store—it’s been a safe, celebratory, and inclusive space for Seattle’s queer community. Our foundation aligns deeply with the city’s rich LGBTQ+ history, from Pioneer Square’s secret cabarets to the thriving Capitol Hill scene today. Learn more about our story in the about us section.
A Fifty-Year Friendship with Seattle’s Queer Vibrancy
Seattle’s queer culture has always been resilient and dynamic.
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The Garden of Allah (1946–1956), a groundbreaking queer cabaret in Pioneer Square, offered early visibility and visibility-driven community support in its basement locale them.usen.wikipedia.org+7seattlepride.org+7seattle.eater.com+7seattlepride.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2seattle.eater.com+2.
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For decades, The Double Header held its ground in Pioneer Square (1934–2015), the nation’s longest continuously operating gay bar until its closure en.wikipedia.org+4en.wikipedia.org+4seattlepride.org+4.
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Today, Capitol Hill shines as Seattle’s queer heart—with venues like Wildrose, Pony, Queer/Bar, The Cuff Complex, Crescent Lounge, and Unicorn offering dance, joy, and solidarity en.wikipedia.org+15help.lex.lgbt+15secretseattle.co+15.
These spaces didn’t just host events—they built community. We reflect that legacy through every carefully curated piece in our store and every interaction we share.
How We Support Seattle’s Queer Community
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Curated Collections for All Identities
Our lingerie line embraces body diversity and gender expression, showcasing empowering looks as part of our featured items. -
Welcoming In‑Store Experience
Fantasy UnLtd is a judgment-free zone: affirming pronouns, inclusive sizing, and gentle support ensure every visit feels like a warm embrace. -
Featuring Real Voices
Our gallery highlights real customers celebrating their identity—through Pride, intimate moments, and personal joy. -
Community Partnerships & Events
We host and sponsor workshops, pop-ups, and local fundraisers, particularly during Pride month, in collaboration with queer-led organizations across Seattle. -
Open Channel for Connection
Whether you’re seeking advice, feedback, or friendship, we invite you to reach out to us anytime.
Honoring Local Pride & Nightlife
Seattle is home to vibrant queer nightlife and history:
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Lex’s guide to Seattle’s queer nightlife highlights pillars like The Cuff Complex, Wildrose, Pony, Queer/Bar, and Crescent Lounge—spaces pulsing with creativity and community thestranger.comhelp.lex.lgbt.
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The Stranger recently celebrated drag shows across Capitol Hill—spotlighting a nightlife that’s powerful, diverse, and ever-evolving cntraveler.com+14thestranger.com+14sgn.org+14.
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Eater Seattle dives into the enduring significance of spots like Wildrose and R‑Place in preserving Capitol Hill as a “refuge” from gentrification seattle.eater.com+1sgn.org+1.
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Conde Nast Traveler celebrated Wildrose’s continuing legacy as one of the few surviving lesbian bars—emphasizing its role of visibility and community support cntraveler.com.
These institutions echo our values: resilience, celebration, and a deep-rooted sense of belonging.
Looking Ahead: Committing to Another Decade (and More)
Rooted in our back story, Fantasy UnLtd proudly commits to:
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Keeping inclusivity at the core of what we do—through size, style, and identity representation.
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Amplifying queer visibility by partnering with local creatives, sponsoring upcoming events, and featuring community voices in our shop and online.
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Strengthening community bonds by offering inclusive experiences—whether that’s through lingerie fittings, educational panels, or fundraisers for queer-led organizations.
Come Celebrate with Us!
Join the celebration—shop our featured items, explore our gallery, or reach out to us and say hello.
Here’s to another 50 years of queer empowerment, creativity, and community in Seattle—together at Fantasy UnLtd.