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Many so-called fashion rules are outdated or just plain wrong!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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Thank you so much for all of the information. It has really helped me a lot.
It is very very hard I am 38 I have epilepsy so I live with my parents my parents work from home so it’s very very hard to dress up or actually buying thing off the internet ladylike I don’t want no part of my family knowing I like dressing as a lady so I’m a closet cross-dresser but even being a in the closet it’s hard when your parents work from home I love everything you do the way you help the way you Direct people that need help I really like to send you some pictures of me but I’ll have any lady clothes and it’s hard to buy them when you live off of SSI
Really love a ” Fun ” look and bright colors when appropriate!
Also love to wear skirts frequently! To me skirts are very fun and frilly!
You look very beautiful Bambi here is one for you
My style is essentially classic, tailored consisting of pencil skirt and top. Modest heeled courts to complement the look.
Might I say Trixie, you look fabulous! You are not going overboard on anything, look so natural and confident! Great outfit! Love it. I don’t think I have any fully outfitted of me but I am just the casual earth tone girl that doesn’t go all out with 6″ spikes and cherry red lipstick etc etc…I would never guess you were anything other than a comfy gal!
Thank you Theresa. Very much appreciated. I have always had a very keen eye for clothes right from being a small boy. In part explains why I support the football teams that I do – I was bedazzled by the colours and their uniqueness at the time! As I have come to terms with my femme side I have realized my fantasies in terms of dressing as an elegant, feminine woman. My style icons include Grace Kelly. Txx
As usual you are spot on. Lucille. Rule 1: if you are older or heavier, like me, then those “high” heels are a killer. There are plenty of fashionable looks using flats, low sandals or kitten heels. Rule 2: American women, especially in the malls, are hardly a fashion statement anymore. That’s why I love Merida. Mexican women know how to dress well and take pride in their looks. Rule 3: Shapewear is helpful but doesn’t need to be constricting. I use it to smooth out the unwanted bumps. Hips pads would be helpful for most CDs as our narrow, flat hips don’t lend to girlie figures. This article from TG Forum should be helpful Rule 4: Matchy-matchy is starting to come back, but you are right that there are lots of options. Actually your timing is wonderful as I just posted this article sisterhouse Rule 5: Any look is good if it’s stylish and that does not mean ultra feminine. You can be feminine in most looks if your outfit is well put together. Check my Putting It Together and Looks Women Love in the Sister House Dressing Room sisterhouse. One of my favorite looks is in the referenced article. Good job as always from another fashionista.
This is me and I choose to wear 2″ block heels and a summer dress. I love my stylish look which I’ve evolved into over the years. I like this article because it really puts things into perspective. Thanks Lucille!
You look amazing, as always. I would like to make the new outfit because I have more than 300 items of female clothes ( 153 dresses and others) but I am fairy witch of wicca and my house is all around fields, meadows and forests and my usual female clothes ( male’s I haven’t) is witch’s dresses that harmonizes with the wonderwold of nature.
Lynn, that’s a great photo!
I would love to be able to wear some feminine items even while presenting myself as a man, for example, mini-skirts or short shorts on very hot days!
Thanks! Love your publication
Very nice picture of you