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I agree, pick the outfit first, then makeup and then jewelry. The only exception would be nail polish, and that is picked first.
Hi Chrissie, so thinking back on all the times when I’ve had the time to do it all right (if I didn’t it was catch as catch can!), first a nice hot bath, lots of bubbles, a candle or two, wine. After drying off, into some foundation wear and a bathrobe. Nails next if I had even extra time, then facial cosmetics. A dress I had already picked out, and jewelry. But that’s me. Any which way that one finds comfortable is the best way.
Hugs, ChloëC
I haven’t varied my dressing routine since I started dressing in full femme, and that’s been years ago.
I always get fully dressed before starting my makeup, that includes shoes/heels. However, that does NOT include my wig. After making up my face, and doing my eye makeup, THEN the wig goes on and then the lipstick. Add a few items of jewelry, and, voilà !! The full Camryn!
If I’ve decided to paint my nails on any given night, I’ll usually do that as the final step.
Hi Chrissie I always start with my outfit, the first thing i put on are my stockings when i start rolling that first stocking on then i know Roz is on her way, I know it may be not for long but the excitement of opening that closet door is fabulous, I’m not very good at putting on my makeup so i just put a bit of lipstick on which is enough for now,
I’m hoping that a can get a professional makeover and photo shoot done sometime soon and fulfill a life long dream of mine which is to meet up with some of the girls and spend some time as Roz X
Hugs Rozalyn X 🎀
So well described Roz. That sweet anticipation is such an integral part of the whole process.
I’m lucky enough to be going for a full professional dressing and makeover service in June. No doubt I’ll post a report and who knows, even a picture or two!
Kisses, Chrissie.
Hi Chrissie i wish i could join you for a makeover,
If I’m lucky enough to have a makeover and photo shoot then i would certainly load up some photos of the event, It must be nice to have the freedom to go anywhere and meet up with some of the girls and spend some time doing girly things X
Hugs and kisses Rozalyn X 🎀
Hi Roz. Not sure I’m ready to venture out into the big scary world. It’s been 35 years after all! Will just be happy if they can turn me into a feminine girly for a few hours. I’m just after natural looks; a nice dress, skirt and blouse etc. And lovely hair and heels of course. Nothing too extreme.
I’ve spent ages looking at their galleries trying to imagine myself in some of the fabulous outfits, and the makeup all looks sooo cute. I’m so excited. Can’t wait!
Kisses, Chrissie.
I usually put on my undergarments first and then put on my makeup. I them put on my dress and wig after that.
Same exact routine as you but add nylon stockings 3rd after panties and garters , then rest of lingerie, Outer dress or blouse , wig and earrings, necklace, shoes( flats or low heels) then top coat if needed , purse with wallet, phone, car keys , makeup bag, tissues, extra face tape tabs and drawstring- then out the door as Meghan for 3 hours 😉👄💄
Hi Chrissie, thanks for the post. I always get dressed first and then apply my make up. In my learning curve as a CD I found out fairly quickly that, more often that not, if I was putting on clothing that was fairly form fitting I would end up getting either foundation or lipstick on the material some where as I tried to put it on. It just wasn’t worth the grief.
Trish 💖
I always dress first, only because I can’t wait to put the clothes on!
I’m also worried about getting makeup on the clothes. One thing I’ve been thinking about recently is getting a makeup fixer that you spray on after applying so that it doesn’t come off, but then you make it more difficult to remove (for those of us that might have to quickly return to drab mode)
I like to have my wig on as well when applying makeup just because it makes me feel more femme, but it’s not always practical, especially when applying foundation.I always put my bra and panties on first. Then I throw and old t shirt or something on while I’m doing my makeup.
Depends on the outfit and makeup.
If the dress has a turtle type neck I will put the dress on first. I don’t want the makeup to transfer to the dress.
And if I am using powders and concerned about fall out/down I will do makeup first.
No matter what I do first I still find putting on makeup and dressing very therapeutic.
Alanna
A lot of makeup is smudgy or powdery. Unless you’re wearing a smock, you’re apt to get it on your outfit. Once your makeup is on, almost anything you’re going to put on should be easy enough to avoid dragging it over your face.
To a finer point – eye makeup first, then the rest. As noted, any eyeshadow or glitter or whatever is going to be all on your cheeks, so do the eyes first and just wipe off any that gets where it oughtn’t. 😉
The majority of the time, I put my clothes on first then makeup and wig last!
I will underdress, including any pantyhose I have decided to wear, then put on a smock to keep any errant makeup from shedding onto me. Then finish my makeup, and dress. Having said that, I live in Florida, and don’t own a turtleneck. At most, most years I would only be able to comfortably wear one about 2 days a year. For the most part wear V-necks, scoop, square, or princess, so dressing while made-up isn’t difficult.
Jessica
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