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 was like most, hiding deep in the closet all of my life. Years passed, decades passed, like many I had to maintain the male image, work, married, organizations, friends, whatever the reason it all boiled down to fear. Finally, retired, widowed, I started to get more serious about my feminine side. I started reaching out but still never left the safety of my private property. Then, at 75, I made the decision. What was I afraid of, why should I care, at this point, what strangers, or anyone, thinks of me, and I came out. I started going out to places where I could meet like minded people, and found a very welcome community. I met people who helped me with my look and confidence, and I began going out into the OUT world. Out to eat in nice, upscale restaurants, shopping downtown, and I’ve not found any justification to my fear. To the contrary, times are getting tough, the economy is tightening, businesses are looking for sources of revenue, and everywhere we’ve gone they’ve mentioned to us to bring our friends next time. Imagine the untapped sources of income hiding in the closet. No matter how we dress, green is green. Yes, years ago it was not so friendly, and those of us of a more mature age are still carrying around the scars of the fear and shame programmed into us. But times have changed, and I’ve been most welcome where ever I’ve gone. Yes, I am probably the oldest person at the bar, but all I’ve have been shown is respect for having the nerve to come out at my age. I haven’t lost a single friend or family member, my biggest kickback was from friends who were somewhat hurt why I felt I could not tell them this for all those years. In 8 months I’ve gone from revealing Jennifer to the world to living almost full time. I’m happier now than I’ve ever been, feel, and yes look younger, have a new joy in life. NO, it’s never too late, we’re never too old. OH NO, NO, NO, it’s never too late to feel the freedom and joy that we deserve to experience by finally, FINALLY, releasing that inner woman from that deep, dark closet we’ve imprisoned her in for our entire lives. She’s got way too much to give, so much living to do, to allow her to die in the dark of the closet.
I am 59 years young and have been transitioning for the past 5 years and have have only one surgery. But let me say that for me it has been a tremendous blessing and a great struggle. I am happy with myself and who I am now. Do I want to look my best,absolutely. But you have to believe and feel positive about who you are regardless of others.
Love you mostest,
Avida
I am a happily married man who started cross-dressing at age 47. I am 57 now and still enjoying my regular feminization sessions, and I am fully embracing the life experience and financial freedom that comes with age. And I think my feminine alter ego reflects that. I get so much positive feedback when I head out ‘in public’ as Cynthia, and that’s what keeps me motivated.
I knew from a very early age I wanted to dress and be like a girl but I always kept it in the closet until about the age of 64 when I went out in public with another gurlfriend and it was a blast. Had so much fun. I’m still in the closet to everyone except my wife who knows but wants nothing to do with it. I do dress sometimes at home but not much. I love bras and panties so I will underdress in public when I can. I do get out dressed on occasion but rarely. When I do I try to blend in with leggings, flats, small breast forms, and an understated blouse. Maybe like a soccer mom. I have let my hair grow out into a nice white/silver ponytail even though its thinning on top. I know they say you’re never too old to dress out in public or to trans but I know I’m just too big, masculine looking, and old, to trans full time if that were even possible. I’m 70 and Like many here have said if I had been born say in the 80s’ I would probably have transitioned and be living as a female today. Problem is you can never go back. You girls all look beautiful and good luck to you all.
I’ve been into my fem side for over half my life now and I am about to retire. I have not come out to all my kids, but I have come out to some really important people in my life, like my own Mom who always said I should have been a girl. They asked what took so long and now, most are gone, so I am continuing my fem transition. I want to be the best woman I can be and one day to meet a great guy and get him to marry me for his lady. No, I don’t think I’m too old.
Yes, I agree
Hi Everyone,
No , it’s never to late. I started about 5 years ago. It’s one of the most beautiful
experiences I’ve had.
Live full time as female and loving it.
Just wish I started at 18, and not at 60.
I was fearful, to everything. Really was tired of living a major lie.
Bless you all.
I have been dressing all of my life but I started to get serious and passionate about it in my late 40’s. I am not 53 and i still have not fully come out or even live in my truth most of the time. I only dress when alone and in private. Though I do go out and do chores and run errands but day to day living, I feel I have rooted myself in the male aspect of my life toooooo deep to change now. It’s not my look, I think I look great but it is all of the relationships that I have built in my male appreance. All of the organizations that I have joined and have become an intricate part of. My transition would affect SO many people, I really think it is bigger than me and I just have to be ok with living this duality life.