The bra is most likely the most feminine item that there is. It doesn’t mean that it can’t be worn by men – even if they (or most of them) don’t have breasts.
The bra has a specific charm about it. It can become a prop that boosts your self-esteem – As crossdressers, you and only you know that you are wearing a beautiful bra under your menswear.
Also, the feeling of wearing one is very interesting: it’s like a permanent hug through the band and the straps. In addition to ending a feeling of lack, it can remind you of a number of things – like maintaining your body posture. There’s no way you can ignore that you’re wearing a bra.
Many men who have gynecomastia can also benefit from a bra, which will not only improve posture but can also reduce pain. The increase in cases of gynecomastia in men could enable the bra to become popular in men’s fashion.
There are already types of lingerie made especially for men. They tend to be adapted to the male body, and there is less variety and higher cost to purchase than the similar female versions.
The bra has been a symbol hated by feminists because it is regarded as an icon of oppression. Don’t fall for this nonsense.
They say that for every woman who takes off a bra, there is a man who wants to wear it.
One reason many women hate bras is that they make a mistake in choosing the right bra. Right now, most women in the world are wearing a bra of the wrong size and/or model.
If they learned early on how to correctly choose a bra, things would be much better.
Many lingerie stores offer “fitting” services. Every day they measure and recommend bras to thousands of women. Some stores also offer this service to men. You can take your own measurements with the aid of a measuring tape and the measurement charts that each manufacturer offers.
If you want to adopt a bra in your life, you will need to have more than one. A woman usually wears the same bra for three days in a row, so I recommend that you have at least three bras for daily use.
Women generally own more than one bra, for two reasons: in addition to needing a replacement when one is in the laundry, a woman needs a suitable model for each particular situation.
It depends on each individual person. In the case of a man, he should consider having a discreet bra, one which is not visible to other people – after all this is still taboo for our society.
A sports bra or bralette in neutral colors without trimmers or zips to mark the clothes can be helpful.
Although at other times – such as at home or even outside, on cold days and full of blouses, you can use a traditional model, with adjusters, zips and even lace, pads, and bolder color. A traditional bra lets you feel the shoulder straps and the magic of buttoning and unbuttoning the bra.
It is recommended that you button the bra from the back, but if you are not so flexible you can button it from the front and twist the bra.
In addition to many colors (yes, you can still buy white), there is a variety of prints, such as animal and floral, and fabrics, such as lace and satin.
I particularly love lace bras. You should consider having at least one lace bra.
Daily bra wearing may make you feel the same “relief” a woman feels when she unbuttons her bra at the end of the day…but I’m guessing that you’ll still be eager to wear it the next day.
If you want to experience what it’s like to have breasts, you can buy forms to fill your bra.
You can also try wearing matching panties… the result can be wonderful, and many lingerie departments offer sets. The downside is the variance between some men’s upper and lower torso.
The best way to find your style is by wearing a bra daily. It will help you to figure out which option might be best for you.
– Have you ever tried on a bra?
– How often do you wear a bra
– How many bras do you have and what are your favorite styles and colors.
I’m curious about your answers
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I don’t wear a bra constantly but I do love them . I have eight and was just shopping for another lol
I have some for when I wear my forms and others for different times and just daily comfort some soft cup, some padded and some push up styles.
May your collection of bras be bigger and bigger!
I only have one bra a white one lol. I did have a bra fitting at Victoria’s Secret they were very helpful and nice. but unfortunately they don’t sell anything that would be my size.
Some stores sell bra extenders, which help people with a wider back.
I have used them but, works great on white, But it’s it’s really hard to match a colored bra.
@Kimberly Ann Victoria I also had a bra fitting and nothing in that store fit me. But the lady that measured me was super sweet to me when I told her I was a cross dresser and told me she was sorry there was nothing in my size
Same Here, She was so nice. Told me I should try Torrid or Lane Bryant
It was so disappointing I got the courage to ask to try on some bra’s but they didn’t have anything that would fit me
Why didn’t they have something to fit?
When I tried to get a 38A, I was told that the store didn’t carry any and suggested trying a 36A with an extender. It worked.
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Excellent article. I work from home so I wear a bra everyday. Love the feel and how it makes me feel sexy. I love my padded pushup bras that add 2 cup sizes. I also have some sports bras, not as sexy though! I have about 20 bras of various cup styles. I too love the silkiness. I have been looking for a floral print but haven’t found one yet. I have a bra fetish so I know I will find one or tow!
I also love a push-up bra and also think about getting a floral bra.
I want one s badly!
I found the perfect bra few days ago, a satin and lace cream color with pink red flowers some yellow, it’s a VS bombshell add 2 cups push up.. wow!!! The fir and look is wonderful.. I do love it much more with the flower print, SO girly!! I could take it off, I loved it so much.
you lucky girl! I’m jealous!
Hi Marie. I love bras and wear one every day. Each morning I put one on with my forms but remove the forms when I go out in public. I have several different styles and different size forms. I wear underwired lacy bras, non wired soft cup bras, sports bras, tee shirt bras and longline bras. I’ve worn them for years and never get tired of wearing them. At the moment my favorite bra is a soft non wired B cup bra. It is white with zebra striped cups with lace around the edges. I wear my small silicone enhancer… Read more »
Nice!
Yes-there is something special about wearing a Bra—I really don’t think I could get away with wearing one for work–It shows through a dress shirt– It’s funny-when I’m wearing–I get in the car & forget my seatbelt -I think because of the bra being tight–
Interesting!
I wear bra’s daily, I sleep in them wearing my slips and stockings. I own 15 so far, Satin, Lace, full cup, Demi, front closure, underwire and not. Depends on my mood wether I wear a bombshell add2 cups or a unlined satin bra to see and feel my breasts and nipples. For me adding a bra to my daily dress is amazing and to shop for matching panties for them is a thrill.. Just FYI I saw yesterday the Katie&Laura Panties started selling Cami sets. Stretch Satin cami in a lot of colors, I love those panties and can… Read more »
Matching bra and panties is so girlie!
Tell me about this place Katie & Laura’s?
Katie and Laura fancy satin panties.. they have the great panties ever. Same product as the vintage Victoria Secrets satin panties. Google them.. they now sell cami to match the panties also.. I love these and they openly sell to both genders and they fit perfect..
thank you, hun!
Yes, I have tried wearing bras, it took me till I got fitted myself to finally enjoy wearing them. I have since got so many from them. I wear them most days but have to be careful making sure the straps aren’t visible when wearing shirts. If I can’t wear them out I do wear them at home. I do like the snug feeling I get wearing them it’s feels like comfort. Most of my older bras that were made for me are basic 2 clips in the back and I prefer the floral bra designs they are just prettier… Read more »
Nice!
I tried on my first when I was 10. I was at my friend/next door neighbors house and had to use the bathroom. I soon as I walked in I was mesmerized! Hanging on the shower rod were panties, bras and stockings! I reached out and touched the stockings and from that moment on I was hooked!! I stripped off my shirt and tried her bra on. It was a little tight but it fit. I now own 91 bras!!! Mostly sports bras but many lace, satin and sheer ones too! I wear a bra everyday and love every minute… Read more »
I try for the first time when I was 9 years old, light blue plain bra I borrowed from my mom. I was enchanted, since them I wear a bra as much as possible, sometimes to school. Now a days I own more than a hundred, all colors and stiles, matching panties, I wear them with silicone forms and with out, everyday and all the time, I try to be as discrete as posible but on occasions people noticed, always females but never a negative reaction. There is a girl at work that always pad me in the back, pull… Read more »
I’ve also worn a bra to school a few times – on very cold days and with lots of blouses on top
Great collection!
I’m new to bras, but I just love the way you write, Marie! I got a drabby boring one, but will add to my collection with some lacy ones now that I’ve figured out my size.
Thanks!
Good shopping!
Thank you for this well written article about what I think is my favourite item of lingerie, the only women’s clothing I might like more is the mini skirt. Have I ever worn a bra, certainly have, from starting with my Mom’s about 12, then my borrowing my wife’s till one day she told me if I wanted to wear a bra to buy my own! Now I have 20-25 in many different styles and colours, from plain white to fancy pinks, reds, lacy ones, etc. Mostly I prefer a full coverage one to wear with my forms, however I… Read more »
Thanks!
Bra is the most feminine piece.
I agree 100%, it’s a sad time when it has to come off. I often sit there and try to feel the last second of it hugging me. I have gotten bolder with my daywear Push up bra’s and even adding 2 cup size bra’s under light shirts, I love winter time for dressing.. so many outfits to wear never enough to time.