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
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Lucille,
Once again Dear, you have provided such great ideas and tips. I wish you would have been available when some of us girls were younger. We had to learn everything about becoming a passable woman on our own. Sometimes failure,unfortunately, was the best teacher. Thank you for a wonderful and encouraging site.
Have fun dressing
Barbara Jane
Barbara Jane,
You have done a lot right over the years. You are very attractive today. I love your hair and your dress.
Like you I have fun dessing up. There is nothing like it.
Love Irene
Irene,
Thank you so much for your lovely response. You are correct, there is nothing like it.
Love Barbara
Good check list before going out its all about getting the right image without looking like a streetwalker.
Hello,
Yes, all of the above have always been important to me. Was there room for improvement over the past years, oh for sure.
Here is a pic of me waiting to get into the clinic for a test. New fashion accessory?, I hope not.
That is a wonderful list! Very helpful info as usual from you Lucille. A believable appearance gives so much self-confidence and a comfort level that relaxes you as you go out. We are all trying to just be who we are and enjoy our lives being that person! So just be patient, keep practicing the things you need to improve on and the end goal will be so worth it!!! Good luck to everyone….Jessica
I am still practicing. It is a lot of fun and it feels great. Hair and makeup can get better and the other stuff.
I have fantasy of booking a make up girl, in gay hotel and bar. With a guy that together we have dresses hanging up and total girly room. Dressed in sexy blouse and pink skirt myself, then awaiting girl to arrive. With her knowing pre visit that we will be making love as soon as she has transformed myself and partner. With kissing my partner random and comments of how beautiful he looks and I want us both so crazy into each other. With banter from girl and tips on girly stuff. Craving this so much. Then go to bat and kiss my guy feeling him grow as I whispered that is going in my mouth asap
When going out i always ask my wife to make sure what i’m wearing is proper as well as my makeup
Even back in the day, I always stuck to every item on this checklist. I’ve always wanted to be a woman who could be well received in any situation. Here I am about 20 years ago or so at a photo shoot then going out on the town! I love it! Hugs, Suzy