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 started when I was 58 and now, I am 66 waiting on surgery. People looked very surprised when I tell them I am pushing 70.
I wanted to be a girl all my like, but I was born in 1952. For so many years…No can do. Was in the military from January 19 until until 2004 after coming back serving in support of the Iraq War. I decided I couldn’t wait any more. Came out to my wife of 33 years. HRT now for two years. I am 69 and finally a much more comprehensive version of HAPPY. Very content now. Divorce is soon finalized; it’s okay. She even says I am nicer now, but she still doesn’t want to stay.
Right now I am preparing for my vaginoplasty on 29 March. Still have some hair that has to go away. I don’t regret a thing. I could die any day; even die naturally. I am so glad I finally had the courage to become what I always was in my heart and in my soul.
If you want to be a girl, and you are on your death bed; have a friend dress you up pretty instead. Then lay there…Ahhh!! Finally
Love to you all.
The picture is a Transgender medallion I designed and had made. If you look carefully it is anatomically correct. The little tag on the upper right side is the male symbol’s arrow broken off. The rest is all girl.
I am retiring this medallion at the end of March.
Take a look, see if you can name the parts.
I started transitioning at 59… I’m 61 now and I’m so happy and grateful to be on this journey. It’s never too late.
Christina xo
You are a beauty!
I fully support transitioning at any age after you reach the age of consent. I do believe however if you feel strongly enough about it you should be allowed hormone blockers. they won’t hurt you but if you start early enough they will prevent permanent damage caused by puberty. then start HRT or if you decide it was just a phase you can just stop them.
I am 55, and love being femmie and who I am. I do not think age should matter.
I’m 58 going 59 and I’ve been dressing since 1992 and still feel as feminine as ever and age is irrelevant.
I want to be feminine more
I started crossdressing when I was 64! So one is never too old. I have dressing now for 10 years.
I love being Paula! I love dressing up!
Love,
Paula
I as a transgender woman believe there is a age limit, I don’t support kids transitioning. I think a person should be of sound mind to make an informed decision. They should also not allow things to get to them emotionally….being trans you need to be though. As for transitioning in 40, 50, 60, 70……you won’t get good results…as your body has been heavily influenced by testosterone for all those years.
I’m in agreement about children not transitioning. Young people are greatly influenced by peers, movies and fads or trying to be cool and impress their friends by trying to stand out. If they are truly trans they will continue to pursue feminization. As far as transitioning at an older age, physical stature varies greatly regardless of years of testosterone. I think we see proof that there are many older transistioners who have gotten satisfying results from hrt. We’re all different and results are varied.
Oh Jessica, age is not kind to anyone – regardless of gender! Transitioning is not about fitting within a heteronormative version of binary appearance. Beauty is more than skin deep. Sure, I’ll never be an attractive young woman catching the eye of those handsome dudes – but also don’t want that either. Professionalism in business appearance more important in my life at age 55. Cis-gendered counterparts are often jealous I got to choose the size/shape of my body parts – late transitioners often have the means to purchase their beauty.