Clothing can be a powerful way to affirm your gender as a crossdresser or transgender woman.
While there are guidelines for achieving a fashionable and feminine look, this doesn’t mean you should be a slave to the “rules.”
Many so-called fashion rules are outdated or just plain wrong!
Are you following these 5 male to female fashion rules? If so, it might be time to break them!
Rule #1: Dress As Feminine As Possible
Nobody pulls off the feminine look quite like transgender celeb, Gigi Gorgeous. But that doesn’t mean everybody needs to dress this way!
The beauty of fashion is that you can express yourself however you want.
Whether your style is tomboyish, androgynous, or ultra feminine, anything goes. So, enjoy your individuality and dress however you want!
Rule #2: Don’t Go Without Shapewear
Shaping your body with breast forms, a corset, and hip pads can create a stunning hourglass silhouette.
When you want to feel like a bombshell, shapewear is a girl’s best friend!
But remember, you don’t have to wear all these pieces every time you dress up. Comfort should be your priority.
Wear what makes you feel fantastic, and don’t hesitate to skip the rest.
Rule #3: Always Wear High Heels
While high heels are undoubtedly sexy and feminine, there’s no rule that says you must wear them all the time.
Flats can be equally alluring if you want to be comfy, or if you’re on the tall side and don’t want to accentuate your height.
Love the look of heels but don’t want to go all out? A kitten heel (1″-2″ tall) looks elegant and can help feminize your walk – without the pain of stilettos.
Rule #4: Dress Like The Women In Your Area
I often talk about how helpful it is to observe cisgender (genetic) women. If your goal is to blend in, it’s a good idea to adhere to the style norms in your area.
However, you might have noticed that many women dress sloppily or put little effort into their appearances. If that’s not your style, don’t feel obliged to follow suit.
Look as fabulous as you want… and maybe they will start to follow your lead!
Rule #5: You Must Always Match
There are so many choices in women’s clothing that putting outfits together can be daunting.
While you should always look coordinated, forget about old fashioned rules that say you must match from head to toe. Not only is this boring, it tends to look costumey and dated.
Need a little help with your outfit skills? Check out out article on Transgender / Crossdressing Outfits: How to Put the Perfect Outfit Together.
Let’s talk fashion!
Now I’d love to hear from you on this topic! Are there any other fashion rules you think should be broken?
I’d also love to see a pic of you in your current favorite outfit. 🙂 Please share by commenting and uploading an image below!
Love,
Lucille
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I love to wear bra and two button down white blouse shirt and long skirt upto knee with heel sandal. This gives me a confidence. le.
An addition to rule #3: Stilettos can be the worst choice when you’re already tall (5′ 8″ = 175cm). 4- or 5-inchers can cause you towering over other people like a lighthouse…
Recently at a Pride 2019 event. Sorry for the bad background. Just going casual on a beautiful summer day. Temps in the high 80’s have dress light.
I always dress classy..I always wear at least a 4″ pump never higher than a 5″ when out & about never wanting to “stick out” so to speak I always dress as if I were a REAL woman I love dressing its just who I am.
Hi Chermae, you look stunning in that outfit! Yes, it is classy and I love the subtlety of the two colors. And it is beautifully coordinated, from head to toe. You have a great fashion sense and look gorgeous in your photo. Very successful look!
Again, me. I just love the Summer also! I love wearing pretty sundresses and all things feminine. Much more than the cold and dreary days of Winter! Here I am today at the mall in one of my favorite sundresses. Again, I guess I could have worn high heels, but I just don’t see too many women on a hot day wearing heels, unless they are working. I just want blend in as any other lady. I see so many women out there today dressing the same as me. So much fun!
Suzy….you have always shown yourself to be a classy woman in your pics from the dressing rooms. I think you would get lots of looks from women who wish they look that good. So wonderful to be out in public with the knowledge that you are comfortable with your style…..Dana
hii me asian trans woman..i m slim white sexy.i m confident.i post my normal look in this page.anybody can comment about my looks and suggessions.
you look nice girl. just apply light make up on your face. You should use kaajal in yes and lipstic on lips.
Thank you for your website it is very helpful it was cool going shopping as a A woman
I don’t know about you girls, but a manicure and pedicure are a must every week or two! I love getting my nails done! I just had a session today. What do think?
Hi Zena – you realize these are 73 year old hands? They look like my mom’s at her age. Just saying.
P.s., here is what wore to the salon today to make it easy for me and the manicurist! Was so much fun!
I LOVE the thong sandals. They look so good on you!
Gosh Suzy, you look stunning and it’s great to hear you had a lovely day – Diane x