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I have never walked outside as Charlotte. Next week I will be in Vegas by myself and I want her to walk and see the Bellagio fountains. My only thought is What do wear for my first time? Should I wear a dress or go for a more androgenous pantsuit with my wig/makeup. Also I am thinking heeled boots. So much to think about. Any thoughts?
Have a look at what the women that are the same age and build of you are wearing.
If you are bold/brave wear what the heel you like…. If you are nervous and don’t want to draw attention to yourself dress to blend in. Skirts not too short or tight. Heels not too high. dress like the natural women dress and you should be OK.
Saying this, it’s Vegas…. So short and tight super high heels might be what most we=omen are wearing 🙂 🙂 …. I’ve never been… One day.Cerys
Hi Charlotte
Sorry never been to Las Vegas.
I often take my cues on what to wear from women in a similar environment to where I will be. I know it may be difficult if you have never been before but have to pack in advance.
Also influenced by what the weather will be?is it daytime or night? will you be out for a long time where comfort may be more of a priority?And of course what your fashion sense is, do you want to blend in or stand out?
Just love the thought processes involved in putting an outfit together, so much fun. I often spend hours at home trying different looks, and taking loads of selfies to critique an outfit afterwards.Another thing I’ve found every bit as important as how you look is how you act. Be confident, chin up, chest out, make eye contact, you are wonderful and deserve to be there.
B x
Wear something that you are going to be comfortable wearing. When the nerves kick-in you don’t want to have to think about how to walk in high heels for example 🙂
You be you and you will be fine and will enjoy the entire experience.
Last week was the first time that I have gone out at all as Janette. I know that I was rough around the edges. What wig I had was a joke, and I’m still learning my way around makeup. I’m just exploring for now–not sure whether this is just a passing thing for me. I do, though,have a liberating feeling when I go out as “she”. I’ve always felt that guys are missing something not carrying a purse, and I’m even more sure of it now. I’m having fun with it, which to me is kind of the point. My voice is also something to work on.
Wear what you want, but do not over-dress as that will bring attention to yourself. Of course, it depends on the situation, time of day, season, etc. I would wear a light dress, maybe a sundress, and sandals. Light makeup, unless you are going out for the evening, then you can dress it up a bit. LV is a diverse place, but nearly everybody will be dressed very casually, even by west coast standards. The exception is people going clubbing who might be dressed to the T. There is no need to go androgynous unless you want to. Odds are nobody will even give you a second glance.
Hi Charlotte, I love LV and go there whenever I can. That said, for a first time in public I’d consider jeans, a top, sandals or runners and a jacket along with some makeup or wig that I thought looked ok. Then just go out down the street and get a feel of the exposure. Chances are that everything will go just fine and like others have commented, no one cares. If you are really worried about the visit just look up one of the Las Vegas webcams that are running all the time ( I think that the Bellagio actually has one) and see what other people are wearing this week. Then you can plan ahead to blend in if you want. I hope this helps, Marg
Indeed a great place to blend in and I have enjoyed being there with other cds. This time of year I find a sundress or skirt and casual top just fine during the day. There will be a lot of walking and if you want to put on a dress and heels you can at night while strolling through the casinos. Don’t be afraid and enjoy your time girl.
For your first time out, assess how well you will bend in, whether to go full en femme or to be more cautious. You will likely be tense because this is a new adventure, unless you have an abundance of self-confidence. Go for it and enjoy your day no matter what happens.
In that area of the strip, you will be doing a lot of walking, so wear comfy shoes and carry fancier shoes, if you still need them.
For me, when going out femme, I always show my legs and wear pantyhose. I’ll wear short shorts or even mid thigh length shorts, but never long pants. The same would go for skirts, from very short to mid thigh length. But my favorite by is to wear a dress. Once again, from very short to mid thigh length. I would go with the dress. Maybe you would be more comfortable with something a bit longer.
You don’t have to go with sky high stilettos heels. A pair of wedges with a little heel could suffice. Maybe even flats or short heel depending on what you prefer and are comfortable with.
Got to have breasts of course. What size? What do you usually wear and like? Look at yourself. If they look too big and out of proportions, go smaller. If you look too flat, go bigger.
And of course you must have pretty, femme hair. When you are dressed in your femme attire and put a wig on and see a girl looking back at you and not just a guy in girl’s clothes, you nailed it.
I’m assuming you already have a look and attire you like. You don’t have to be extreme. Take that look and go with it. Good luck and enjoy.
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I can’t wait to go out on my first! You all have such great advice! Love all the styles an ways we share our dream of what we do thank you all my beautiful ladies 💖
Hi This is what I did! Start out small with things like women’s jeans. Then after a few times and you feel more comfortable then add the top and more breasts! Then when the nervous part disappears keep adding more parts till you are comfortable wearing what you want. But you should dress for your age and don’t wear anything that makes you stand out like a fox in a chicken coop! Be careful we are going through tuff times with the anti transgender laws being passed and it is making haters more willing to step in your face nowadays.
I would wear a dress or a skirt with some comfy low heels for walking. Just make sure you pack enough outfits for the week going out in public is very addicting. Enjoy!
Not going to Vegas, but I’ve gone out for the first few times recently, to mall, shops, etc. Gradually building up a wardrobe and collection of handbags. Tried some wigs through Amazon that I was not thrilled with, then bought one this week through the salon at WalMart, and I’m delighted with that one. Footwear is a work in progress—I have one pair of pink tennis shoes, and one pair of ladies flats. I am, as we say locally on the radio, a work in progress.
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