Are you a crossdresser or transgender woman looking to embrace your most feminine self? Finding the right role models can make all the difference.
Some of the best examples of beauty and grace come from the leading ladies of Old Hollywood.
Ready to add some vintage glamour to your feminization journey? Here are 6 timeless tips from Old Hollywood to inspire your MTF transformation or transition!
1. Joan Crawford – Tip: Good Hair Goes a Long Way
“I think that the most important thing a woman can have – next to talent, of course – is her hairdresser.” – Joan Crawford
Few things have a bigger impact on your appearance than your hair. This applies whether you wear a wig or style your own natural hair.
If you want to look younger, prettier, and more feminine, the right hairstyle is the secret. Here are the 6 best hairstyles for crossdressers and transgender women.
2. Sophia Loren – Tip: Believe That You Are Beautiful
“Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful.” – Sophia Loren
No amount of lipstick, hairspray, or surgery can truly make you beautiful if you don’t feel it within yourself.
Instead of comparing yourself to others, concentrate on your own unique beauty and femininity. Follow Sophia Loren’s wisdom and believe in your own beauty!
3. Audrey Hepburn – Tip: Always Be Elegant
“Elegance is the only beauty that never fades.” – Audrey Hepburn
Who could be more elegant than Audrey Hepburn herself? With her sophisticated style and graceful demeanor, she’s one of my favorite examples of ladylike elegance.
If you want to emulate Audrey Hepburn, you can start by avoiding these 5 mistakes that make you less ladylike.
4. Eartha Kitt – Tip: Don’t Worry About the Haters
“I have used all the manure that has been thrown on me as fertilizer to make me stronger.” – Eartha Kitt
If there are people in your life who don’t understand you, rest assured that you are not alone. Even somebody as fabulous and gorgeous as Eartha Kitt had her share of haters.
Instead of letting them get you down, use their negativity as fuel to help you grow stronger.
5. Marilyn Monroe – Tip: Find Your Signature Scent
“What do I wear in bed? Why, Chanel No. 5, of course.” – Marilyn Monroe
Scent is closely tied to our emotions, making perfume a powerful tool. Applying a scent that makes you feel fantastic can boost your confidence and enhance your sense of beauty.
Take a tip from Marilyn Monroe and find your own signature scent for that extra touch of confidence and femininity.
6. Mae West – Tip: Live Life to the Fullest
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” – Mae West
Choosing to embrace the woman within is a bold decision. You should be applauded for this! Many people never dare to express their deepest desires or true selves.
As Mae West said, you only live once. So, live life to the fullest, embracing your feminine self every step of the way.
Who inspires YOU?
Are you as inspired by these classic beauties as I am? If so, I’d love to hear about your favorite Old Hollywood actresses and the valuable lessons you’ve taken from them.
Please share in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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I don’t really know if had I any role models
I guess my female inspirations were Doris Day, and Gidget, Sally Field…oh and of course Mary Ann from Gilligan’s Island. LOL
Angie:
You are Adorable! !
I’M 71YO, & continue to try to reflect my best looks in my dressing. ..how am I doing. ..T.J.
What a cute photo, Angie!
Thank you doll…..all thanks to your wonderful advice and counsel! <3
This is an awesome question.
My old time actress who inspired me as a cd was Elizabeth Taylor.
She had classic beauty glamour, and femininity.
I just loved how she looked so beautiful and how she dressed, especially in her silky nylon and lace trim full slips, in her famous movies:
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.
Butterfield 8.
To me, she was very attractive, and she was the ultimate in beauty and femininity.
Seeing her in these movies motivated me to wear gorgeous nylon and lace trim full slips, nylon brief panties, nylon stockings and garterbelts from the 1950’s era.
My classic lingerie favorites of all time.
Pure class and dignity. A sharing lady with time for us regular people.
I like these quotes especially by Sophia Loren – focus on your own unique beauty – don’t let others decide that for you. Also, a Sandra Bullock quote which includes ‘we waste so much time making decisions based on someone else’s idea of our happiness’.
my inspiring actress the sexy and classy susan lucci i think she is the ideal woman and id luv to be and look like her i try to act as sexy as she doesand still be classy
My inspiration is not a Hollywood celebrity, but female impersonator icon Paul Lavern Cummings (pictured). Lavern was the headliner at Finocchio’s in San Francisco for 23 years in the 1960, 70 and 80s. She was the ultimate in femininity and was a fabulous singer. Oddly enough, we have become friends and she now retired and lives in Las Vegas. You can see more of Lavern on You Tube and if you wish to see more pictures of Lavern, contact me. Hugs, Carollyn
What an inspiration! I love this story. Thank you sharing, Carollyn!
I have an appointment with a endocrinology next month to discuss hormone therapy. I will know more in the coming months. So in a few months I will update my progress