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Many so-called fashion rules are outdated or just plain wrong!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 am 71 y.o…with great Legs. ..& I dress them in the finest nylon /100%, stockings from Secrets in Lace in Richmond VA. Also from Amazon other companies. Also beautiful sexy shoes, size 10. I have been walking in high heels since grade school. Grace is everything. Technique is a must.
Enjoy being YOU! !
Love seeing you own it! Exotic Empress
Unleash the slutty little witch you long to be.
I am a girly girl. My problem is that if I wear flats, which I have done in the past. I seem to trip and fall. The last time I wore flats I broke my right leg just below the knee. So I can only wear heels. Don’t want to break another leg or my neck.
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Hi again, just thought I’d share a photo of myself from yesterday. Just out shopping all day!
Suzy : you look Fabulous! !
You have a great face &great Smile.
Enjoy being You! T.J.
Just wanted to follow a e-mail to you as I dress a lot like you do..please drop me a note can we connect. I am Single Single & Classy.
Chermae
So much good advice – and the comments and replies are always positive and helpful. Women like myself can sometimes be in a lonely place but places like this always lift me – thanks.
Please. ..the wayummy you look. ..you need b
Never to be alone, or lonely with this Sisterhood!
You may look amazing, but I have been seeing psychologist since “coming out “. My wife and I go together, & sometimes go by ourselves. Look into this if your feelings persist.
At 71 yrs, I look for All the help I can get. That not only means to make me Look good, but mentally.
Enjoy being You! T.J.
That I have always advised. With the red dress is the most effective red hand bag and red shoes. Great outfit! And the age is only the distance in years and days between today and the day you was born. Not more.
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I have been having fun just to dressing up. I have learned so much from your site. Thank you being out there for all of us. Can hardly wait to keep on learning more and more. Everything you see me wearing I have gotten the tips from this site. It has saved me a lot of money and time.
I love your articles, they are always very informative.
Paula,Just a note to say Hello..I too am a cd/tv I adore my dressing & I dress when at home everyday. I also love classy fashions & High Heels. my e-mail is LC302LC@aol.com please write
Chermae