I'd tell them to get a belt, on e that is a bright color, to give that dress some pop. Unless they are going to a funeral.
I'd show then how leggings and tights are oft better than stockings, hose or bare legs, esp on older men whose veins blue and green , show. Burnt rose leggings would be nice with that. Burgundy leggings in the Fall.
I's show then about 10 ways to tie a scarf than may be more apt for the at dress, as that cinches then neck to much. It is a male ties of a scarf. Which is what they would be- but some feminine ties may be better.
I'd show them some creams that take away the lines on his hands and also ones that make the elbow gap he has not so noticeable.
A half Cardigan, which are stylish right now, I'd tell him to get. But to remember black and blue are a fashion faux pas.
Lastly, work on your posture and back arch-and watch the positioning of the hands. Open hands, feminine, slightly clenched hands, masculine
@Elandra77 All very good tips. I've been trying to work on posture and it is better than before, so more work to be done. I should have grabbed a longer scarf. Think it would have looked better. Only have one belt right now and it is black. Because I run so much there are not many veins showing but I will take the advise on the leggins. I'll check back after I have worked on these
@ReneeT I would get a SOLID red, Soft Pink, and Coral belt. Those are solid but a print belt, like a chevron or Aztec print belt , with color, may be nice with that.
The tie of the scarf is androgynous, male or female, but the implementation of it is male. Yes, a longer scarf, (that is more a wrap) would be better. Even a Charles Lindbergh/Amelia Earhart Aviator Tie of a scarf would be nice.
@Elandra77 Thank you so much. I strive to get a more female perspective on my choices and accessories. I shop for myself but some salespeople are a bit stand-offish.
@ReneeT Try Maurice's in the mall. And the A.N.A. section at Penneys (in store) The sales woman need to know you are a transwoman and NOT A CROSSDRESSER! Some women , instinctively take offence at those that are as if they are mocking women. That may not be the case but it is an attitude that exists. Where as as transwoman is NOT--they are trying their hardest TO BE A WOMAN--in every regard they can be. I have seen those two stores understand that as I have witnessed it. Maurice's will generally let you try on the clothes in the changing area- But sell that you are a woman.
At one time they needed assistance as well.
Some new Penneys fashion I like. Not all of them- but half of them I would wear.
@ReneeT Yes, you may do that now and again. With crossdressers and any Trans (male or female) it is all about perception- It is a shame it is that way- but it is..slowly attitudes are changing. Present the right image and you (any) will have less of a perception issue. Don't "be like a girl" be "as one with the girls".
@LamontCranston They have the wrong figure for a dress like that. And it's fine. It's why there are so many styles of dresses. But if they are insistent on wearing it, belt it. Give it some shape, some forn. This why we shop for hours to find the perfect dress.
@Elandra77 Do you think I have the wrong figure for a dress like this? I haven't found a belt I like yet to give this one a little pop. And I lately have been staying away from all black.
@ReneeT I think a belt is a must but I do not see it the wrong dress for you. I am addressing those of us who have shopped so much that we know the styles of dresses we can get away with--or that we look great in --and those that , because of our age, shape. height, etc...we need to avoid. Even IF we want to wear it. I would look terrible in a n empress dress for one. Even dresses under a certain length I'd avoid. Even though my 19 year old self would want to wear it.
I seldom wear black anymore unless as part of a print. I wear a ot of burgundy and feminine shoulder ruffle dresses. Even bare shoulder dresses I can do.
I got this two weekends ago. I need white tights to go with it. May have to get those on Amazon.
@ReneeT My 90 year old mother would say "it's too young for you". screw that! I don't see age as she does. I dress as a woman of 28-36. I'm 62. Why? Because I can (pull those looks off) and because I have the shape and attitude for it!
