You are never too young or too old to be your best female self. But what does that mean when it comes to dressing age appropriately as a transgender woman or crossdresser?
We’ve all seen older women dressed like teenagers… and the attention they attract usually isn’t positive.
Does that mean you have to dress like an old frump after a certain age? Absolutely not!
I believe most of the “dress for your age” rules are silly and outdated… That said, there ARE some guidelines worth keeping in mind.
In this blog post, I share tips on how to look classy and feminine at every age.
Your 20s or Younger
20s: Transgender style inspiration
Jazz Jennings
Josie Totah
Hunter Schafer
20s: Transgender style tips
- Your 20s are a time to play with trends and be adventurous. You’re still discovering your style, so take risks and have fun!
- You’re not a kid anymore, so avoid adolescent details like glitter, rhinestones, or cartoony prints.
- You can get away with short skirts and body-baring styles, but be careful not to cross the line from sexy to slutty. Good taste is a fashion DO at any age.
Your 30s
30s: Transgender style inspiration
Gigi Gorgeous
MJ Rodriguez
Leyna Bloom
30s: Transgender style tips
- Your 30s are the time to start adding a touch of sophistication to your look.
- You can still have fun, but it’s time to uplevel your look by dressing less casually than you did in your 20s.
- This is the perfect time to start building a wardrobe of classics while continuing to play with trendy items.
Your 40s
40s: Transgender style inspiration
Janet Mock
Lea T
Jamie Clayton
40s: Transgender style tips
- This is the age to start thinking about dressing in more tailored styles. Consider classic, clean shapes in bold colors or prints for added impact.
- Go for simplicity rather than complicated details. From now on, your look should be clean, classy and sophisticated.
- There’s no reason to turn down your sex appeal once you hit 40. But instead of baring it all, show off one part of your body and keep the rest covered.
Your 50s
50s: Transgender style inspiration
Laverne Cox
Candis Cayne
Lana Wachowski
50s: Transgender style tips
- Now’s the time to start highlighting your face instead of your body. (Though if you have a body like Candis Cayne, throw this rule out the window!)
- It’s especially important to wear clothes that fit well. Choose tailored styles that skim your body instead of clinging.
- As you get older, your clothes should get simpler. But simple doesn’t have to mean boring! Accessorize with bold jewelry, gorgeous bags, and great shoes.
Your 60s and Beyond
60s+: Transgender style inspiration
Alexandra Billings
Caitlyn Jenner
Tracey Norman
60s+: Transgender style tips
- By now you know yourself well and are past trying to look like a 30-year-old.
- Much like a woman in her 50s, it’s best to stick to the classics, with lots of interesting jewelry and other accessories to liven up your face and wardrobe.
- Invest in good quality shoes, handbags, and jewelry so you can enjoy them through this decade and beyond.
- No matter how far past 60 you are, you NEVER have to dress in frumpy old lady clothes!
NOW is the Perfect Time to Be Your Best Female Self!
The most important thing to know is that you can look beautiful and feminine at any age. NOW is the perfect time to be your best female self, so let’s celebrate your journey!
On that note, I’d love to hear from you…
Which decade are you in and what do you LOVE most about being your current age?
Please take my poll and share in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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Sorry Lucille, but I had missed this blog post. But still I want more details for the older girls. For example the three older women on your pictures do not wear any jevlery at all. Still you tell us that it is very important. So what do you sugest realy?
Gretings Jullan
I am 63,(64 in 2 weeks). I am going to see my doctor after my birthday and talk about starting my transition with HRT. I am very apprehensive as well as excited. A lifetime as a man with family and friends makes it hard; but, I must proceed.
Hah! 60 is the new 30!
I do try to be classy. I believe if you dress your age, you “FIT” and are not as likely to draw unwanted attention… It keeps people from getting the wrong impression also.
Riki
44 – sexy and classy
I love to dress up and be feminine even at my age of 47,when I do dress up I have a few dresses that make me look as though I look like I am in my 20s is that wrong?
Just because we get older why should we hide our body and our best assets age is only a number I’m over 50 and still dress the way I want probably more conservative then when I was younger but not to the point as to where I don’t display my assets…
AMEN, Rochelle.
I am well over 60 and I enjoy selecting attire that fits my mood, but may not fit my age. Unlike those born and growing up as women, we have not. As my therapist has said depending on how long we have been dressing we may be going through puberty and adolescence. So we don’t have the experience of being women and living as women and accepting and adapting to our age as we mature.
As for me, I consider myself an adolescent going through puberty. Depending on what I am doing, I love to dress in attire that ranges from mature and sophisticated to something more provocative. Despite my age, I enjoy presenting as a woman and displaying my ASSets!
Give up our age?
Come on, Lucille, you know better than that.