A common mistake some crossdressers and transgender women make is dressing too sexy. This often looks ridiculous – ESPECIALLY as you get older.
Does that mean you need to turn down your sex appeal after a certain age?
Absolutely not!
Instead, simply follow these 3 rules for dressing sexy at any age:
Rule #1: Show some skin (just not too much)
Short skirts and low cut tops are undeniably sexy, but you shouldn’t go too far with this. Here are a couple guidelines to keep in mind:
- Your skirt should be no shorter than fingertip length when you stand with your arms to your sides.
- Your top should show no more than 40% of your bust.
At the same time, you shouldn’t be TOO covered up since that just screams “old lady.” Show off your feminine assets, but do so in a tasteful and classy way.
Rule #2: Find the right proportions
Proportion refers to the way your clothes work together in length, width, size and volume.
For example:
- A short skirt paired with a short top tends to look slutty.
- A long skirt paired with a long top looks dowdy.
- A full skirt paired with a full top makes you look heavy.
- A tight skirt paired with a tight top can make you look like a sausage (unless you have a perfect body!).
You should never go too far in any one direction. That means if you wear something tight or skimpy, you should balance things out with the rest of your outfit.
For example:
- A short skirt should be paired with a more covered top.
- A skimpy top should be paired with a more covered bottom.
- A tight skirt should be paired with a fuller top.
- A tight top should be paired with a fuller skirt.
Rule #3: Wear luxurious fabrics
The final piece of the sexy puzzle is the fabrics you wear.
Think slutty and what comes to mind? A spandex skirt, barely there glittery top, and patent leather stripper boots, right?
Sexy, on the other hand, is associated with luxurious fabrics like silk, velvet, lace, and cashmere.
When shopping for clothes, look for fabrics that are rich and sensuous – rather than cheap and tacky.
Final thoughts …
The bottom line is that you are NEVER too old to be your sexy femme self. Just be sure to keep it classy.
As always, I’ve love to hear your thoughts on this topic. Please leave me your comments below!
And if you’re already mastered the art of sexy ageless dressing, don’t forget to include a photo. 🙂
Love,
Lucille
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You are so right about proportions. I am forever working on balancing top and bottom. Shoes/boots can also make such a difference soany comments on balancing footwear with clothing would be really helpful, Lucille. Reckon l was pretty successful with the looks captured in the 2 photos. Tx
Trixie, you look good if that’s any feedback.
Hi Laurie
Many thanks for your feedback. Much appreciated.
Tx
Photo mistake…2nd photo
Hi Lucille,
I try to dress like the proverbial girl
Next door. I shop at M&S and Simply Be and look for smart modern casuals
that are ok for a young 70 year old.
I don’t like tarty clothes or ones that
make you look old.
Just bought some gorgeous 4″ heeled
Sandals by Joanna Hope.
Love your articles.
Ps my boobs are getting bigger after following your course.
Love Joanna x
Hey 70! I’m 71 & like your honesty of my recent photos. ..please & thank you!
Been dressing for 55 yrs, evolved to this look, mature, & hopefully tasteful,yet alluring. Not that I am trying to attract any one ,married 35 yrs.
I ask my wife, that way she feels comfortable while we are out.
Dana
I rely on my wife for feedback as well. There is not much I enjoy more than a day out dressed as my wife’s BFF, so her comfort when out with me is paramount.
BTW your presentation is flawless in my opinion.
Jill
Love your photo. You are beautiful. Wish I could look as good.
Thank you so much. Makeup makes all the difference.
Jana
What a beautiful smile. Now that’s sexy!
Dana
Thank You
Great advise!!! A trans-woman can and should always dress stylish and appropriately no matter what age they are. I wish the GGs would take the same advise. Just look around when at the mall. Most CDs are probably the classiest dressers among all the ladies.
Nice photo. You are beautiful.
Ive aways thought ive done pretty good at this, but dont know if any pictures actually portray it! Lol
For most part I dress subdued
Your comments on dressing for us more mature is very helpful. As a mature gurl I love to look sexy but in a more refined way. Skirts to just the knee or just a little above. As we age our legs don’t always look as great as once they did. 🙁 I find your tips helpful, would love to be a full time gurl but is not possible . In an case thank you and enjoy Darling
You are absolutely right!