Private vs Public CDing.

Ran across this post and figured it's time for me to jump in. I'm private with my dressing as of now, but hoping one day I will have the courage to go out in public. Being Im a pretty sensitive person, it's hard to get past the though that someone may laugh or make jokes or worse. I guess I just need to find that safe space where I am around like minded people. My SO doesn't know as they would not approve, which also creates an issue in that I may run into somebody I know and complicate things further. But I envision myself going out in public dressed from head to toe, head held high, confident and beautiful. Hoping one day sooner than later that vision will become a reality, but until then, all (well most) of my feminine energy will be channeled in private when it comes to dressing.

-K

Private, although not a fearful private. It's just what I'm comfy with and don't have a strong need to dress publicly. I have dressed for men though in the bedroom and gone to other's homes dressed. Bedroom fun is the primary driver for my CDing exploits.

I selected private as only my wife sees me dressed en femme.  I'd like to go more public but she is adamant that my CDing stays in the house for now.  I'm able to dress full time at home and I'm so grateful for that.

Yeah, private. I've only been away from the front door maybe 2 1/2 times, and each time I was terrified, but, well, you know, still a little thrilled. Mostly I know to do it right, takes a lot of practice -dressing, hair, make-up, walking, expression, attitude...and I fully accept I'm not even close.  "Mommy, is that a cross-dresser?" "No, darling, it's just a man in a dress, most cross-dressers have at least some sense of style."

Love your conclusion. Its good to laugh..

today I voted "public", if asked the same question 15 years ago, I would have a "fit" with the thought of going out in public. A good makeover changed that and today after all efforts to try to look like a real female, I feel obliged to go out in public and love it! Wife knows, but I only dress when she is away visiting her family not knowing excactly her reaction to see me dressed (in spite she has seen some pictures of "Helene").  This leaves my public appearence to four or five long periods per year, but wow what a lovely feeling when going out for a good meal in a restaurant and being treated "madame" or a shop assistant suggesting me to go to the ladies fitting room to try on what I intend to buy!

My form of dressing is a little different, and I do it all the time now. So I kind of "hide in plain sight".

I wear woman's jeans exclusively. Sometimes capri length. My legs are always smooth. I wear woman's shoes, flats/loafer style or booties (short boots), panties and camisole under my guy shirts. More often now a bra and that is how I go out every day. (except to work, although I'm building up to that, and we can't/don't go to the office anyway).

Sometimes it is more obvious than others. My SO certainly knows (and does not like it), but I do it anyway. My kids, young adults, have not said anything.

So there it is!
Love and hugs,
Rebecka

I am still in the closet so while I do venture out occasionally I am primarily a private crossdresser.  Hopefully it will change one day.

anne

Private. In closet. I once had a makeover and went out for a a quick drink,

Yes, I'm private however I do underdress everyday. Someday I will have the confidence and courage to go public.

I dress in private as my wife doesn't approve although we do chat about my dressing. I do under dress when at home & work although I'd like to take it further.

Oh, Mary Jane...

It breaks my heart that so many are only private dressers because their wives don’t approve! I know it’s difficult for SOs to understand but I have the support of an extraordinary woman.
I have been a public dresser for only a few months but in doing so have gone from strength to strength as has my SO!

If only the other SOs could see the joy in their partner’s faces then all would be well in the world and we could conquer the heights together!

Climb high Sisters xxx Polly

I checked "Private" as while I have been out in public, those were rare and long in between. My objective is to be more public and have found that with each transformation (make-up, etc.) session, I grow more confident. I desperately want to become CD on a full time basis, but have to take baby steps until that elusive 100% (or whatever) confidence level is achieved.

Cheers!

Mary Jane

I definitely consider myself public, being I go out as Robyn.

I can also echo what Polly stated.  I wish more Girls could enjoy being out in public without fear or shame.

Those who have wives/SO's are truly blessed.

xo Robyn 🤗❤️

I usually stay in the house but recently went to the bank dressed up. Hope to go out more soon.