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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Another lovely article! Thank you. I share the same feelings that you described when wearing bra especially the feeling of “permanent hug". It is so comforting! I have yet to get the courage to visit a bra fitter, something that I have been wanting to do for a long time!
I have a small collection of bras – mainly push ups. Not only do they give me the “hug" they make me feel more feminine although I can only wear them when I am home alone. I love black and pink.
Thanks!
Oh! Forgot to ask. Though I have been doing up my bra from the back since the first time I tried it (I have to admit that it took a lot of practices), what are the advantages? I just feel that it was normal. Thanks again
I prefer it because it’s more feminine and because twisting the bra can spoil it faster.
As I mentioned in a post elsewhere, the very second I put on a Bra I become Johannah! The feeling of wearing one is indeed like a hug as others have mentioned and I find wearing one most reassuring. I currently have about 10 of various colours and styles and my favourites are those with full lace cups. A plain bra with no lace or embroidery just does not interest me. The only drawback is that I chose to have a somewhat large bust (22/44E) and most bras in that size are somewhat expensive. However, I would not change my… Read more »
nice!
I have around 10 bras of different sizes. I wear different size breast forms depending on my outfit. I even have a pushup bra with an a cup that I use to give me a natural looking cleavage if I am wearing a v-neck blouse. I don’t wear one unless I’m being Sky. But think I’m going to start wearing one more often, even I’m man mode. It does feel amazing to wear one, just like a snug thong feels so amazing.
Nice!
I love wearing a bra every day. The pull of the straps and my breast forms just give me that special feling. During the summer when I wear dresses where my bra straps would show I go with the strapless. Most of my bras are white with a few black and beige. Of course I have a few with lace aroung the cups. Always fasten them from the back the way my mother showed me when I was growing up. Got my first trainning bra at the age of 14 thanks to a nice lady clerk in the store. She… Read more »
It’s great that you have the support of your mother and the store clerk!
I just want to say…it’s vital to fasten your bra from the back. So much more feminine…
You’ve persuaded me 🙂 My SO needs to read this article. I have around 25 bras, and each one is amaZZing. Would love to wear them everyday, with no care.
Good luck!
I love the feeling of a bra, and how one makes me look.
Would love my wife to accept me wearing one. Sigh…
She will accept!
I accept my partner! I wish my partner told me sooner!
OMG…! This is all true! I love, love, love wearing my bra! I don’t wear one under my drab clothes but put one on as soon as I get home. I have only two, to tell the truth. But, since I love it to bits, I’ll be getting another one just like it as soon as I can. I was fitted for my bra. Not in a store but in an online service by the UK store, M and S. My bra fitter was utterly wonderful. It was such a liberating experience to be able to talk about pretty, feminine… Read more »
Congratulations!
I love bras , and i have many , a draw full and some hanging on chair backs , bags etc .I have started developing breasts and i pretty much have to wear a bra . I don’t like them swinging loose in a shirt , or dress and i sleep in one as well for support . If i don’t have a bra on it can be painful to lean on them so i must wear a bra to protect myself . I have all colors and my fav is Maidenform , 38B . I also like front hook… Read more »
Leslie,
I just wanted to say…this is such a feminine post!
I can’t wait to start developing breasts so I actually need a bra…rather than just wanting to put one on.
I also sleep in a bra. I don’t need to – well, not physically, I mean – I just like the tight hug of my bra in bed. And I wear a panty girdle at night too – for the same kind of hug…
By the way, I love the look of a bra hanging over a chair…so girl.
Love, Grace
Great post!
Yes a bra is ultimate fem item which is why I wear one every day and have loads in all styles and colors love bra shopping in stores
Congratulations!
I enjoy wearing a bra, an item that a man doesn’t (normally) wear, I too like the feeling around my chest and when filled with silicone breast forms, the tug of the straps as they bounce. They have to be pretty bras, smooth and padded bras that stand up by themselves are not for me, there must be some lace involved. I always try to fasten from the back, not quite so easy with a longline bra. I usually buy bra, panties and suspenders in a set, I do like my underwear to match. The difference between a genetic woman… Read more »
For every woman wanting to take off a bra, there is a man eager to put it on.