AroAce short for aromantic asexual, is a term used to describe individuals who identify as both aromantic (experiencing little to no romantic attraction) and asexual (experiencing little to no sexual attraction). It is a common combination and abbreviation used in the LGBTQ community.
Flag[]
There are two flags, one that is orange, white, and blue, and another that is green, black, and purple.
In the green, black, and purple variation, the colors represent the following:
- The green stripe represents the aromantic spectrum, symbolizing the lack of romantic attraction or the experience of romantic attraction in a non-traditional way.
- The gray stripe represents the gray area between aromanticism and romanticism, acknowledging the complexity and fluidity of romantic orientations.
- The white stripe represents asexuality, symbolizing the lack of sexual attraction or the experience of sexual attraction in a non-traditional way.
History[]
The history of the AroAce label can be traced back to the broader asexual and aromantic communities, which emerged in the early 2000s as a way for individuals to explore and understand their experiences of limited or absent sexual and romantic attractions. As these communities grew and became more inclusive, individuals who identified as both aromantic and asexual began using the term "AroAce" or "Aro/Ace" to specifically highlight their dual orientation. This label has since gained recognition and acceptance within the LGBTQ+ community, providing visibility and representation for those who identify as both aromantic and asexual.
Subtypes[]
Oriented aroace[]
The term "oriented aroace" refers to individuals who identify as both aromantic and asexual and have a specific alterous orientation. It acknowledges that while someone may experience little to no romantic or sexual attraction, they may still have a specific orientation in terms of the genders or characteristics they are attracted to aesthetically or queerplatonically. For example, someone could identify as oriented aroace and also identify as oriented towards a specific gender or multiple genders when it comes to queerplationic relationships. This term recognizes the complexity and individuality of people's experiences within the aroace spectrum.