How to Disguise Big Hands and Feet
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Size has a lot to do with perceived femininity. In my last blog post, I talked about how to look shorter. Now let’s move on to big hands and feet!
Even short TG women tend to have bigger hands and feet than genetic women. This sends masculine signals, so here are 5 tips for downplaying large hands and feet:
1. Wear heels
Heels make long feet look shorter because they bend the foot into a vertical position. Obviously you shouldn’t go overboard if you are tall, but even a 1” heel will make your feet look smaller and more feminine.
2. Groom your fingernails
Groomed fingernails make your hands look more feminine, which helps blend them into your overall image. Choose nail shades that blend into your skin tone, rather than attention-grabbing reds and pinks. The ideal fingernail length is 1/4” past your fingertips. Nails that are too short or too long make your fingers look stubby.
3. Avoid strappy sandals
Strappy sandals are sexy, but the more of your foot your expose, the bigger it looks. You should also avoid T-straps since the center strap creates a vertical line that makes your feet look longer. If you want to show skin, choose peep toes or sling backs instead.
4. Choose the right jewelry proportions
Avoid flashy rings and bracelets if you have big hands, but that doesn’t mean you should go for dainty jewelry styles. You need big bold jewelry to match your proportions. If you want to wear bracelets or rings, choose one or two wide but simple styles in a solid color.
5. Go for rounded toes
Remember those pointy toe shoes that looked like they could be used as a weapon to kill somebody? Thank God they are out of style now because they are a TG girl’s worst nightmare! Pointy toes add unwanted length to your feet. Square toes are also a no-no since they make the feet look wider. Instead, go for classic shoe styles with rounded toes.
Ok, ladies – what do you think? Do you have any suggestions to add to this list? Leave me your comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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what have you done to your legs to be so thin and sex?
Hi Lucile
You have there nice tips for us i will sure try it because my feet are wide and i think i will go for the pumps the ones Cena and Jacqui are wearing thanks a million
Mona
Hi Cena
Nice legs and feet. Beautiful
Regards
Mona
Nordstrom Rack has great buys and in large sizes. I wear a woman’s size 12 and they always have large sizes, up to 13.
Love your dress!
This edition is a great reminder of all the things we know to be true. . . . and some that we have forgotten . . . . and some that we didn’t realize. . . Thanks for your time and attention to all your TG friends. . .
Marilyn in Dallas
Beautiful nails, Marilyn. Are they natural?
Hi Lucille,
Great tips again. You mention heels ‘shortening’ the foot, well, two of the pictures are of my favourite pair of heels, all 7″!! Totally impractical to walk in though!
Keep up the most appreciated tips, darling…………….
Love and kisses
Jacqui XXXXX
Yes, your feet look tiny! Very sexy!!!
i guess when people ask us wether i was tranz i can not be doing too bad
Hi Stephanie
You look really beautiful no one can tell the difference honey.
Regards
Mona
I guess you can say I’m blessed with long narrow fingers that have been the envy of women since my teen years. I go through periods where I put a clear polish and varnish on my nails and has a woman I’m delighted when so many notice my hands and compliment my nails but I have to admit I get a little embarrassed when I’m in my old coveralls trying to look project my best male image and I still get public attention about my nails.
Shoes I can wear from 10 1/2 to 11 narrow. I love tall heels but my 6 feet means I sometimes have to be more conservative.
The question I get asked a lot is how do I get my nails to grow so long. Some of the women I work with, can’t get their nails to grow or they break too easy.
I have the worst luck with shoe’s and I need HELP! In mens I ware a size 15WW and when it comes to a womans shoe, well it just sucks so bad. I have never had a pair of nice pumps or heels that fit right or hold up! In a larger woman’s shoe they are always made cheap and flimsy. can anyone tell me who if anyone makes a good shoe that will not fall apart after 2 weeks? I would give anything to find them and i can only dream of having good boots also i don’t think i will ever find them.
I love Jeanette’s reply. I think accessories like gloves are great too. In Summer a white/pink pair can protect a girl’s skin from damaging uv rays. I’m all for pumps like Cena shows..so classy! I am yet to understand what sling backs are..I guess they are a strap around the back of the heel?!
Yes, exactly!! I love the idea of gloves in the summer. How cute are these?
I love French manicure nails in a short length because they go with anything, look elegant, and don’t need to bother with color coordinating for any of my outfits. I steer away from painting my nails, as this just draws attention to my hands. So, I rarely do my nails for most outings and I don’t wear rings, period. The key to me is downplay my hands as much as I can.
I apply fake nails for special occasion outings only. Most of the time, I just put on a couple coats of simple, clear nail polish to give them shine and simply keep them well groomed. I’ve found from experience this works very very well for me 90% of the time. Most genetic women do NOT have elaborate nails; they keep it simple for everyday work and going out. IMO, to blend in (which is more important than “passing”, per se), this is the most thought out choice.
I have the luxury of living in a cold climate. So from about November till about late March, I wear a pair of ISOTONER, one-size-fits-all stretch fleece with spandex webbing between the fingers, and they’re BLACK gloves. They’re thin, light, and give you great dexterity with your fingers (I wear them whenever I’m putting on hose to prevent runs… they’re great for this!!). Bottom line, I don’t even take my gloves off when I’m out and about shopping and go into stores, because of the dexterity they afford. They make my hands look HALF THEIR NORMAL SIZE!!
This works ladies!
Peace…
Jeanette
Very good point, Jeanette!! Too bad gloves are no longer a fashion accessory like they were in the 1950′s. Hands are a problem area for everybody after a certain age and gloves are so elegant. I think we should bring this back as a year-round trend!
I have several fingernails that are 1/4 inch or longer. I have been complimented on how petty may hands look. This is great considering that I used to chew my fingernails down to the quik, to the point they would bleed. Interesting how I quit chewing my nails.
I have almost always had long fingernails and more recently long toenails. This I am proud of as my nailbeds are naturally deep for showing off spectacular nails both on my hands and feet. It is hard for me to keep my fingernails down to only 1/4 inch past my fingers ends as they grow fast even at my age ( although now I do wear acrylic overlays on them ) and also because where I get them done they seem to feel that it is alright when they are so long. As to wearing long toenails or at least for the big toes I am now cautious as I have had 2 big big toenail accidents due to my wearing platform sandals in my kitchen in leaning over my sink by the kickback below it: I lost both nails violently. Now I wear artificial nails on my big toenails. It will literally take years for them to grow out! The moral of this story is for one to watch out wearing long toenails with platform sandals in a kitchen with kickback cabinets!
Ouch!!! You poor thing. Yes, the toenails grow so s-l-o-w. But great that you found artificial nails for your toes.
For all of you who take self-portraits (yeah, you KNOW you do!), here’s a tip to make your hands appear slimmer in your photos. Guy hands tend to look the size of baseball mitts at the best of times, so when I’m posing transgender subjects I make sure the hands are as edge-on to the camera as possible. Don’t ever clasp hands with fingers interleaved; place one over the other.
I try to conceal feet if possible, but for seated poses, pointing the feet to keep them in line with the leg will help minimise their apparent size.
Stephanie Mitchell,
Stephanie Mitchell Photography
Those are great tips, Stephanie! Thanks for sharing some of your professional secrets with us!
I have the exact problem in reverse. I have a very wide foot and have trouble finding stylish shoes in an 11WW. Thankfully, more companies are now carrying extra wide widths, but at a premium price. I try to avoid the multi-strap sandal size as it can cut painfully into toes! I’ve always loved the look of these gold d’orsay pumps, however Remember that leather shoes can be adjusted with liquid stretch sprays and even man-made shoes can be relieved of a pinch or two with the usual wooden shoe stretchers.
is thi reasonable for a 64 year old ahnd my boobs are developing niceley
so hot i like that!1
yes, your Boobs look great. What is your secret
Hi Melanie
your breast look great. may I ask what is your secret.
Thank you
Natasha
Like, HELLO!!! Can anyone say “BIG BOOBS?!!” Congrats!!
I wear a Women’s size 11, but my feet are narrow, so they appear smaller than actual size (at least to me they do
Caio!
Celeste
Hello girls. I have found that a lot of tall women are out there and yet they wear tall heels. Being 6’2″ I find that no taller than 4″ suit me. Also I like the flat style shoes. Its all about blending in and not stand out, but of couse your age has a lot to do with it. Love Rene
Adams apple. Scarves, turtle necks, mock turtle knits, blouses wit the attached scarves, chokers are ok but draw attention and most are so gawdy. Love all your tips. xoxoxox Julie
I am lucky in that my feet are very narrow and look small as it is. The down side is finding “A” width shoes in any size.
EZW