Clothing can be a powerful way to affirm your gender as a trans woman or crossdresser.
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Many so-called fashion rules are outdated or just plain wrong!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 can also be a 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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Love my Polka Dots
Not my best example, most PCs have been transferred to laptop, but what works best for me is that whatever you’re wearing that has a predominant color, simply validate it with something else of that same general color( hat, scarf, shoes, top or bottom). Also, important to take a pic once selected cause that is always the final word and if wrong stands out like a sore thumb which usually DOESNT work in 3 dimensions.
Wow Rachel …that looks awesome on you! Relaxed, colourful and sweet!! Love it!!
The tip about dressing like the other Women in you area a good rule to follow. I was told get coffee and sit in the Mall Food Court and just Watch what women wore. One thing I noticed no High Heels. Women wearing business suits with sneakers from just coming from Office work. Or regular women shopping with
Flats, sneakers or sandals in the Mall, comfort was key.
Also dressing Age Appropriate.
While we older ladies imagine ourselves as the College Cheerleader types, reality is you are in the 50-65 age bracket. Many older women do dress in a youthful way to knock 5-10 years off their real age. Hair styles and makeup help to look trendy, without looking foolish.
Save the Cheerleader and Playboy Bunny Outfits for Halloween Parties
The tip about dressing like the other Women in you area a good rule to follow. I was told get coffee and sit in the Mall Food Court and just Watch what women wore. One thing I noticed no High Heels. Women wearing business suits with sneakers from just coming from Office work. Or regular women shopping with
Flats, sneakers or sandals in the Mall, comfort was key.
Also dressing Age Appropriate.
While we older ladies imagine ourselves as the College Cheerleader types, reality is you are in the 50-65 age bracket. Many older women do dress in a youthful way to knock 5-10 years off their real age. Hair styles and makeup help to look trendy, without looking foolish.
Save the Cheerleader and Playboy Bunny Outfits for Halloween Parties
Yes I so agree… but, got I love the sexy cheerleader look…especially with a tan!
I try to be fashionable and classic in my look. Just love everything feminine
Well this is not definitely the go out on a every day kind of thing but it’s something I love wearing
I love rules – but I ADORE breaking them! I dress for comfort, for blending in, and for presenting as a real Lady. Sometimes that means a dress and heels, sometimes it’s leggings and sneakers. As my Great Aunt Mae used to say, “That’s why Baskin Robbins has 31 flavors.”