Did you know you only have 7 seconds to make a first impression?
If you want to start crossdressing or presenting yourself as a woman, making a strong first impression is key!
In this blog post, I’ll share 7 easy ways to ensure you leave a feminine first impression that lasts. Let’s dive in!
1. Know What You Want to Project
Start by figuring out what image you want to project:
- Do you aim to blend in as an everyday girl?
- Or do you prefer to stand out as a gender-bending fashion diva?
- Do you want to be recognized for your style and sophistication?
- Or do you simply want people to notice your great legs? 🙂
Knowing your desired image helps you align your appearance and attitude with your goals.
2. Be Aware of Your Body Language
Body language is critical to first impressions. You never want to look nervous, shy, or on the opposite end of the spectrum, arrogant.
Instead, project the image of a classy, confident lady deserving of respect.Â
For more on this topic, check out these 27 MTF Body Language Mistakes to Avoid for a Flawless Feminine Image.
3. Wear The Right Color
Did you know that 50% of all non-verbal messages come from color? It’s true!
The colors you wear have a strong impact on how people perceive you, especially when presenting as a woman.
In this blog post, I share the meanings of different colors so you can choose shades that flatter you and boost your confidence.
4. Check your Grooming Habits
Physical attractiveness often boils down to self-care – grooming, neat hair, and stylish clothes.
Luckily, your presentation is within your control! Don’t underestimate the power of good grooming – it can make or break a first impression.Â
Here are 5 feminine grooming habits to incorporate into your routine.
5. Mind your Shapewear
The shape of your body powerfully broadcasts your gender expression in an instant. To appear as feminine as possible, consider investing in quality shapewear, such as:
- High-quality breast forms
- A waist cincher or corset
- Hip and butt padding
Shapewear helps create the right body proportions and feminine curves.
6. Dress for the Occasion
Have you ever found yourself overdressed or underdressed for a particular occasion? Not only do you feel awkward, but you stick out like a sore thumb!
Ensure a positive first impression by dressing appropriately for the occasion and adhering to local style norms.
7. Accessorize for Impact
Accessories can make or break an outfit and your first impression.
A high-quality handbag or beautiful shoes can elevate your look, while scuffed shoes or mismatched accessories can do the opposite.
Add the right touches, such as beautiful jewelry or a flattering pair of sunglasses, to enhance your feminine appearance.
What impression do YOU want to make?
There’s a lot to be said about this topic, but I’ve highlighted the most important areas you should consider.
Now I’d like to hear from you!
What’s the first impression that YOU want to make? Do you have any tips to add to this list?
I’d love to hear from you, so please share in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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I try to match the venue. Going to work I need to be “office appropriate”, going out for coffee I tend to show a bit more skin or bumps, going out for cocktails I like to be half way between “flirty” and “slutty”, maybe leaning toward the latter. Picnics or garden parties are very casual, very soft, very revealing. Shopping at Wal-Mart is “anything goes”.
I do like attention, I like to be noticed. I like to be seen as confident, making my own choices, dressing to please myself over others.
As far as passing for a woman, that ship sailed decades ago.
It depends on my mood. Sometimes I want to blend in but I usually want to stand out. I’m a bit of a show off…..lol
I really like to go out for dinner or shopping. I always wonder if I pass. What do you think?
Forgot the photo
The more you smile, the more pleased people will be to be around you. Especially if you project that you are pleased to be around them. Simple but true.
the look should be subtle and simple
a pretentious look never helps a gurl succeed
Great advise, but then again, your advise is always top-notch. I prefer to dress conservatively and for the occasion and to blend in. I hope to be “read” as a women who is classy, stylish and fun to be with.
Love, Carollyn
What a beautiful woman!
Hello Carollyn Olson,
I’m right with you wrotte and Im feeling like you.
I made my hormonal terapy since 2007, and lm living in south of France.
Every mine and neighbours around me are know what personne I’m : brave, honnest, courageous, because I never hide my Identity before : Michel became *Michelle since 2017, with my Doctors from Montpellier Faculty of Medecine ;
Obviously, my Parents are dead in 2013.
Excepted my brother Jean-Claude, who doesn’t want to see me again.
But most important now is to live without ashame; in honnest way with good friends and in my job : teacher at home for a private agency… near Marseille*.
What Do you think if I tell you that smiles and Classical clothes plain dresses are my daily way of life ?
Please, Carrollyn… forgive my english language since I learnt it in school 1981.
Id like to be Ă friend with you.
My mail is :
Michelle Mouret 50 years old
seigneur.de.pipelic@gmail.com
Have a nice day !
Bye bye
Thanks for telling me your story. You are free to write me on: carollyntgcal@yahoo.com
Best wishes, Carollyn
how can you not make a great first impression when your dressed,act and
look like a woman.WOMEN are wonderful
Thank you…you make me blush.
i like dressing bit flashy nice revealing my sexy legs kind but dominant colorful lipstick right amount of make up not to light or too dark n heavy caring sort easygoing gal)zena
Oh yes definitely making eye contact to convey confidence is important.Wearing colors that suit one’s personality and one’s mood is a must.And the 27 points of body language are so helpful.These pointers will lead to excellence and a much higher feminine experience.Oh,to feel the growth taking place,how splendid.Thankyou.