There are so many details that go into creating a beautiful, feminine image…
Clothes, hair, makeup, shoes…
The list goes on and on!
To help you keep track of everything, I’ve put together a Flawless Feminine Image Checklist.
Can you answer “YES” to these 10 questions?
If so, you’re ready to share your fab femme self with the world!
1. Is your makeup appropriate?
Many women (including crossdressers and transgender women) overdo their makeup. Before you step out en femme, be sure you haven’t made this mistake.
Light, natural makeup almost always looks better. There are two exceptions to this rule:
- If you have dark coloring, you can go for deeper, bolder shades.
- If you’re going out at night, you can wear higher intensity makeup.
2. Is your hair shiny and freshly styled?
Beautiful hair is important part of your overall image. To soften masculine facial features, choose a hair style with soft waves or layers. Stay away from angular styles.
Shiny hair makes you look sexy and youthful, so use a smoothing serum if you have dry or frizzy hair. I like Pantene Pro-V Smooth Serum.
If you wear a wig, be sure to wash it regularly and use a finishing spray like Revlon Finishing Spray for Synthetic Hair.
3. Are you wearing the right shapewear?
The size and shape of your body broadcasts your gender to the world. (No surprise there!) Are you wearing the right undergarments to create your best feminine shape?
At the bare minimum, you should own these items:
- Breast forms
- A well-fitting bra
- Girdle or shaping camisole
- Panties (regular and padded styles)
- Control top pantyhose or tights
While you don’t need to wear all of these pieces at once, it’s good to have them on hand in case you need extra shaping to go with a certain outfit.
4. Are the proportions of your outfit correct?
Proportion refers to the way your clothes work together in length, width, size, and volume.
Pairing two similarly-proportioned items together can be disastrous. For example:
- Short Skirt + Short Top = Slutty
- Long Skirt + Long Top = Dowdy
- Full Skirt + Full Top = Heavy
- Tight Skirt + Tight Top = Sausage
Your clothes should balance each other out. For example, if you wear a tight top, pair it with a fuller skirt.
5. Are you wearing the right accessories?
Accessories can make or break your outfit. Too few accessories and you look underdressed. Too many and you look like a Christmas tree.
Your accessories should also be in harmony with your body proportions. If you’re full-bodied, avoid dainty accessories like tiny earrings or a delicate bracelet. Instead, wear heavier, thicker pieces that go with your size.
6. Are you wearing the right shoes?
Shoes say more about you than any other accessory, so pay attention to this detail. Here are 3 things to consider:
- Do your shoes suit your outfit and the occasion? Wearing shoes that are too casual or too formal is a common mistake.
- Are your shoes proportionate to the size and shape of your feet, as well as your overall body size? When in doubt, go for a classic style with a rounded toe and heels that aren’t too thick or thin.
- Can you walk in them? If not, wear a lower heel until you’ve mastered your walking skills!
7. Are you carrying the right bag?
Choosing the right bag is critical.
First and foremost, your bag should match the formality of your outfit. If you wear a casual bag with a fancy outfit, it cheapens your appearance. Wearing a fancy bag with a casual outfit looks silly.
Second, be sure your bag is works with your proportions. If you have a large build, a tiny handbag will make you look even bigger by comparison.
8. Do you smell good?
Your image is made up of more than just the way you look. It also includes details like the way you move, sound, and yes, smell.
Smell is an important detail because scent is strongly linked to emotions. You aren’t fully dressed without perfume, so choose a scent that makes you feel fabulously feminine.
A word of caution: don’t overdo it! Unless somebody is close enough to hear you whisper, they shouldn’t be able to smell you.
And if you’re going out, don’t forget about your breath! Brush your teeth and carry gum or mints with you.
9. Have you removed all excess hair?
We all know that smooth, silky skin is sexy and feminine. Double check that you don’t have any stray hairs or stubble left behind before leaving the house.
It’s easy to forget all the hairy spots, so here’s a quick checklist:
- Beard
- Nose
- Ears
- Underarms
- Forearms
- Knuckles and fingers
- Legs
- Toes
- Bikini area
10. Did you check yourself from behind?
You wouldn’t leave the house without checking yourself out in a mirror, would you? Well, don’t make the mistake of only viewing yourself from the front. Remember that you also have a back side!
Use a hand mirror to view your reflection from behind. Does the back of your hair look good? Do your clothes fit properly? Do you have any toilet paper sticking out of your skirt? (Just kidding!)
It’s all about the details
If you answered “yes” to each of the questions on this checklist, then congratulations! Now it’s time to step out and enjoy your flawless feminine image.
Be sure to keep this checklist handy so you can refer to it each time you present yourself as a woman.
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Is there anything you would add to this list? Please share your comments below!
Love,
Lucille
transformation tips?
All pretty basic stuff, Lucille, but then I remember how many newbies and how many clutzes we have in the community. You could publish this for those born female as well and still make an impact on 50% or more of the women. Virtually every major faux pas made by transgender women are made by the rest of women too. I suspect you could not overemphasize nos 8-10 too often
Hugs…..Tasi http://www.sisterhouse.net
I have never used a “checklist” as such, but all of those things are things I think about before I walk out the door. But, being over seventy, I usually don’t make a big deal about my handbag, either. I own two Coach classic style bags; one in black and one in English leather. Those are my “go to” handbag (actually, shoulder bag) of choice. I hardly ever get a chance to be more dressy than “standard office attire”, and those two bags can go more casual if I so choose. (I refuse to jump on the current fashion bandwagon and carry what I have always considered a “shoplifter’s” or “diaper bag” as I see many women carry these days.)
Indeed, I enjoy going through the details whenever I go out and present myself en femme. In my opinion, taking pride in your appearance is a requisite for all trans women. There’s always new ways to improve your look but the basic guidelines listed here are perfect. Great blog Lucille, you never disappoint us. Thank you.
I enjoy receiving information from you and thought it would be nice to send a picture as well as a thank you. Over the past few months I have decided to accept myself and am in the process of transforming my attitude , behavior and image, thank you for the little bit of extra confidence you give me with pointers and or encouragement! lol xxx Sabrina
I’m an older Queen and have answered yes to 9.5 questions. Being an old fart I sometimes get lazy and don’t make issues out of my hand bag. Now, if I was asked to comment on appearance I would be the first one to say “Change the bag, lest you look like an “old” bag.
Wow, I thought it was just me being obsessive. I answered yes on the whole list. I even made a 3 mirror viewing area in my bedroom. I started to notice all these things by seeing genetic women out in public. It’s amazing to see how many women never look in a mirror before going out. I guess when you want to embrace your femininity, the details matter. Not just on date night but any time you are going to be seen.
I don’t know how you do it, but you do it very well!
Mike
check x 10
good tips. I have to admit I do look for opportunities to dress slutty though. (in the right place and time) very few though.
I have read the question’s and the answer to them is yes to all of them.I have been crossdressing sence i was five and living as a woman sence i was 18.