Reply To: Who accepts you as a crossdresser?

[Jemma Schumpert]

Once I began to fully dress, I started by driving between cities en femme, then around town at night, and finally during the day. I knew of a very open adult toy and clothing store mostly staffed by women and headed there. The ladies instantly accepted me and have become my biggest supporters and friends.
When I decided to test the waters on coming out to a friend from my drab world I went to the mall and asked two of the makeup saleswomen at a big box store advice on makeup. They were so kind and supportive and told me to come back and let them know how things went!
Next, I visited the famous local lesbian restaurant/bar/club for lunch on a work day. The staff and several guests treated me with respect and kindness. Only one guest demanded to know why I was in “her zone”, and the staff assured me I was still welcome. The clerk at my favorite wig store has also been supportive from the beginning.
I have been surprised at who is most open and supportive when I tell them or when they figure me out. Although most of the kindest have been gg’s, there have been a surprising number of men as well.