Age is a popular topic around here and I’m occasionally asked…
“Am I too old to crossdress?” or “Am I too old to transition as a transgender woman?”
My response?
NO, of course not!
Whether you are a so-called mature crossdresser – or an older MTF woman beginning her transition – it is NEVER too late to be your true female self.
I believe that the true desires or your heart are meant to be expressed – no matter how long they’ve been buried.
Is it true that your age may have an impact on hormone therapy or surgery? Yes, that’s possible. But a good doctor will guide you on your best and safest options.
The fact remains that you can transition and/or present yourself as a woman at any point in life.
In fact, embracing your feminine side can give you a whole new lease on life…
I see it all the time: People seem to grow years younger when they make the decision to be themselves fully.
Having the courage to express your true self also inspires others to do the same. The world needs more of this!
In the words of Laverne Cox:
“It is revolutionary for any trans person to choose to be seen and visible in a world that tells us we should not exist.”
I’ll say it again: You are NEVER too old to be your true female self.
So, I encourage you to take that next step and do whatever it is that you’ve been holding back on.
You deserve it. And it’s not too late!
Do you agree that age is just a number?
Now I’d love to hear from YOU on this topic…
How old were you when you decided to fully embrace your female self? (Or are you still waiting?)
Let’s continue the conversation in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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I slipped on my first dress when I was 5 with some friends and it felt right. Hid it after that as I did not understand the feelings . At 14 I started wearing my sisters and moms things but still hid it from others as I was taught only sick people have those feelings. With the internet I found out I was not alone and started to explore my feelings and who I was. At 40 I started learning to accept myself and learn to be passable with the help of a lady friend. For a few years I went to work as the girl I am inside. With the help of your flat to fem I look good now. At 62 I dress as the girl I am as much as possible but I do not know if I will go through with the operations. But some day I may. Anyone can become passable.
If its who you are I hope you find your way to becoming a whole person and dance.
I really started transition in2004 , but I knew when I was 3, that something wasn’t right. I cross dressed off and on all my life before transition. Now I am a woman 24/7. I go to town and people call me Mam or miss. And I seldom wear a dress. I was raised country and still dress country, jeans boots and tee’s.
Lucille, I am 59 and think I am a sexier, more attractive woman than I ever was before! I have more confidence than ever and I think I am more feminine than I ever was. The more you dress, the better you feel!
I’ve always knew something wasn’t “right” with me. I played with dolls, had more girlfriends than boy friends. Loved the feeling of satil and silks. I finally figured it out at 42yo and self medicated for a year (not smart for those reading and not recommended) but went to the dr and got put on the correct meds and dosages. I’ve been on hormones for going on 3yrs, as soon as I started I instantly felt right with myself. I am lucky enough to have a wonderful wife who has stuck by me through this, won’t say we almost didn’t make it (you have to be honest with youself and more importantly with her) but we are coming up to our 25th anniversary. Bottom line is never too late and never underestimate your relationships strength. I love all you do for us and could talk forever. Melissa
I dressed way back in the 80’s after suppressing the urge for years. Then I just HAD to come out to my wife who was not happy and threatened divorce. So I threw everything. One thing led to another, no sex, seeking out escorts for loads of fun…..eventually meeting “Shyla” who told me she’d store clothes etc if I chose to become a gurl again. That’s all I needed! I ordered and ordered and ordered and spent close to $5000 on things…..then this year another $4000 or so. I then, with Shyla went “out” and I was exhilarated! I felt so free for the very first time! Now I dress almost 24/7 unless the dreaded spouse is here but luckily for me, she goes to TN for six months at a time allowing me to be Rhonda and seek out other gurls like me. Now I prefer the company of a she-male to a female if you catch my drift and my ultimate goal is to find a soul mate, divorce my spouse and move to the Tampa/Clearwater area where I WILL be Rhonda 24/7/365.
Hi Lucille, I firmly believe that you are never to old to make any dream come true. I don’t exactly know I realized that I was a woman inside. I grew up in a household with 7 sisters and one brother. Throughout my life I have always had famine tenancies. When I was a teen I grew my hair down to my waist although I wore boy clothes. I loved taking care of it and had other girls ask me how I could keep it so beautiful. Then my hair was naturally wavy and had a beautiful shine. My figure leaned more towards the famine side (I had wide hips but not much of a chest.). My face also leaned toward the famine side. Unfortunately when I hit my late teens I lost most of my female looks. But not the feelings inside. When I graduated from high school I had to cut my hair because I couldn’t get an apartment. Then in the late 90’s I was working for a local Shop-Rite and during one Halloween I dressed up as a woman. I wore a pink and burgundy dress, all the garments, a fur coat and 4″ red stiletto heels (everything from my second wife at the time.). At first everyone was shocked but then I started to get complements from the other female employees. My boss called me Barbara all day and that is why in part I chose the name for myself. Even my mother (who I had visited the day before) couldn’t figure out who was getting out of the car. That’s when I started “dressing at home. But I was too scared to do it full time. Now I am 54 and am sorry I didn’t pursue my dream at an earlier age. I think my life would have been much happier. I started taking famishing supplements last August (until I can afford a therapist and hormones) and my body has really started to change. I am almost a 36C now and my skin has gotten a lot softer. My hips still need a little work but it is coming along nicely. I have been observing genetic women and trying to emulate their mannerisms but still need to work on them and my voice. But once again I do not think it is ever to late to transition. My advice to everyone out there is “follow your dream”. Sure you might loose friends but you will also make new ones. I have. Hugs to you all–especially you Lucille.
Hi Lucille, I am 61 and started my transitioning when I was 55, I have now had all surgeries (FFS & SRS) my last op was for SRS in 2010, it so much easier for me now that I am who I should be it was a struggle living a lie for 55 years I encourage every one who feels the need to go ahead and do what needs to be done in order to live your life to the fullest I have wrote a book on my struggle and transition it is called ” Its Not Who I Am” by Kylie Rae, you have help me in the past Lucille and appreciate all you do for people.
Love Kylie.
Hi everyone,
Being over 50, disabled, and a wheelchair user I’m finding it hard to buy clothes that will fit correctly, mainly because its hard to try things on in stores.
I’d love to wear skirts full time…tip Regular dresses ride up sitting. I think maxi skirts and dresses are the way to go if you use a wheelchair.
Sadly, its easier being recognized in my wheelchair but I find that being feminine outweighs the risks, at least for me. But shopping is still something i would really love to do more.
i do go for pedi/medi treatments and the girls in Sophora’s by me are wonderful for makeovers. 🙂