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 am 66, I started dressing in female bathing suits ( my sisters ) when I was 13, before that I loved to watch my 5 sisters
dress in all kinds of pretty collard clothing. and dreamed of dressing and becoming as pretty as they were.
we loved on a farm so my clothing consisted of jeans and flannel shirts in the winter and shorts in the summer–drab plain and ugly.
when I was 13 my younger sister and I would sneak off to the river to swim– she had a 1 piece swim suit that fit me and we would take turns wearing it– I loved it and loved my sister for letting me where it.
latter we would play dress up, I always wore her undies and skirts and felt like I was as pretty a girl as she was.
dressed and played together as sisters, it was so much fun.
after a couple of years I had to stop wearing her cloths as my older sisters would get angry and tell my mom.
I never stopped loving to put on dresses and panties of my sisters when they weren’t around–I even wore my older sisters wedding gown and wore her long line girdle under it. I was thrilled and felt so feminine.
to this day I wear panties all the time and dress when ever I can–My biggest problem is getting women’s shoes to fit my size 12W men’s feet.
If any one can help me with that at a reasonable price I would appreciate that.
I would love to go full time feminine now that I am single again, any help would be great!
Love Danielle
I am a 50 year old single parent of a precious 13 year old daughter and beautiful 11 year old son. Until this last year I had intended to go to my grave in the closet. Some heartbreaking things happened that caused me to realize I was teaching them not to be alive and that they were never going to get to know the true me. I came out to my ex (their mother and my best friend) who is completely supportive and start hormones next week. I can’t remember the last time I felt this good about being me!
Fae
Go for it Fae.
I have finally embraced my true self at the age of 53. I started seeing a therapist about 4 months ago and highly recomend this. I will soon start my HRT and I feel happier evry day now that I have come to accept this is who I am.
Love this site and all your help
Jen
I have known I was different since the age of 5. Been dressing since age 13 and out in public since age 20. After many years ,58 to be exact and numerous councillors I have now quit beating myself up.I kept it all secret from my wife of 34 years, came out to her 8 years ago along with my 3 adult children and several friends and my paster. It has not been easy, my wife is still not accepting but is understanding and compassionate. My friends were all accepting. I underdress daily, wear androgynous women’s clothing day in and out including boots and shoes.My toes are polished brightly and fingers in light pink.I wear foundation and mascara daily, my eyebrows are arched, and ears pierced. No one notices or cares. My wife has boundary’s, no complete dressing around her, I can go out dressed when I want to just don’t involve her. It has been a work in progress with her, but I am a much happier person and she notices my anxiety is gone.
Thank you Lucille for this vote of confidence. I first started CD 50 years ago and because I was married and helped raise 3 children I tended to put everyone else first and just suffer the anguish. Now that I am retired it has all come back with a vengeance and has manifested into being a Transgender. I have just celebrated my 70th birthday and going the full route of MTF. Thankfully I look at least 20 years younger than my true age and in good health so when I present as Heather, it sounds conceited, but I feel fabulous and I think I look fabulous.
So I endorse what you say, “go for it” it’s never too late. Sadly my wife is heartbroken and I really feel for her. ‘One life, so live it’
Love to all Heather XX
You look great for your age.
but when you take a photo, turn the camera around.
THANKYOU Laurie for the compliment. For some unknown reason the system changed the orientation, I suspect it was something to do with the resolution. I will try harder next time LOL !
Love Heather
THANKYOU Laurie for the compliment. For some unknown reason the system changed the orientation, I suspect it was something to do with the resolution. I will try harder next time LOL !
Love Heather
Heather,
I’m so happy to hear that you are finally able to live as your true inner self is. It gives me hope as I’m in the same situation only not as far along as you since I still have children from a second marriage I’m raising too. Like your wife, mine knows and for now is only supportive enough to give me some “alone” time now and then. I’ve been seeing a counselor and am on hormones but am still closeted until I retire and my lady two kids are off to college. While they too know it’s just so much easier for them etc. I look forward to being where you are now.
Thanks for the un intended pep talk.
Christine
Christine dear, I’m so sorry for you, I did not intend it to be a ‘pep talk’ Sorry LOL ! You are,however, just a short step away and your future happiness is guaranteed, just wait and see. I wish we lived near each other, I know we would have a ball of a time.
Take care and keep smiling.
Luv Heather
I to have been dressing for years. I am 59 now and have no intention of stopping. I personally found it was easier to go out at first by going to either a TV club, or a fetish club. (If you are of a mind to do that.) Probably because you are no longer considered out of the ordinary when you are among like minded folk. Unfortunately there are still many unenlightened people who will still take the P and try to embarrass you, especially where I live. I have found though that most other trans-gendered people are quite prepared to help and offer advice once the initial step is taken. I have also found a little subtle make up can work wonders and make the difference between being stared at and not given a second glance.
Stephannie.
I started back in my teens and have done so, off and on, ever since. Right now I have a decent wig, a couple pairs of heels, a few nice outfits (dresses, skirts, jeans and blouses) and makeup) and, of course lingerie. I haven’t worked up the courage to go out yet, although I used to. I’ll get the courage to do it soon.
My first recollection of dressing in girls clothes was about the age of 12. I became fascinated with then since I saw all 4 of my sisters getting dressed in pretty clothes and wondered why I had to wear the same old things. I was almost caught a few times and I did actually show my one sister late at night that I put on my mom’s old cheerleader uniform. I think she was too tired to actually see what I was doing and I never heard anything from her about it. I am in my 60’s now and own a very nice collection of clothes and lingerie.