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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Excellent article. I’ve been wearing a bra daily for at least the last 30+ years. I wear it everywhere — around home, to work, out to dinner, etc. — even to doctor appointments starting about a year ago (I’m okay with them seeing it). For a few years, I even wore a bra to bed, but my partner finally talked me out of that to give my body more of a chance to “breathe." I have at least 30 bras at the moment, although only about 10 that I cycle through regularly. I had almost twice that many until my… Read more »
Thank you!
When I hooked on the bra, the bra then hooked me.i just love how they totally feminized my chest with my boobs cradled just right in their baskets.
It’s like a switch has been flipped when you feel the straps, the band and the cups surrounding the girls
Trying on a bra is a wonderful experience, especially when you have breasts.
I enjoyed your article. I have a sizable collection of bras. In particular,I enjoy wearing my pushup bras. They enhance my breasts and definitely make me feel more womanly.
Thank you!
– Have you ever tried on a bra?Yes, and I do love them. Is the key for femininity.- How often do you wear a braUnfortunately, not as always as I desire.- How many bras do you have and what are your favorite styles and colors.Now they are four, two whites and two blacks. All in lace.When wearing, I just believe if in the right way, button from back. And a pairing pantie, with a well done tape tucking.
I also wanted to wear a bra more often… of course, always buttoning the back!
@Marie Claire forgive me. I did not thank you for the article.
@Marie Claire My first female clothes was stockings, soon after followed by pantyhose and a borrowed pair of heels. I loved wearing my pantyhose and heels but was fascinated by other women’s clothes, like bras. I would see pictures of girls wearing them. What are they? I like them. I want them. I asked mom about them. She told me it was things girls wore to be pretty. Can I have one? That’s how i got my first bra. Around 11, I began growing out of my hand me down clothes. At 13, I bought my own pantyhose, then soon… Read more »
Fantastic. Congratulations on having a mother who supported you.
Looking back yes it was. At the rime thought I was sometimes up set that she wouldn’t get me the dress, bras, shoes or garter belt I really wanted.
We always have this fear. Generally families are very intolerant towards this…
Mom thought if dad found some of those things, there could be problems. I was not allowed to dress when dad was home because of that.
Sometimes we can’t have it all… sometimes I understand women who put their husbands in bras and panties (brassiere discipline) – it’s a way of correcting the toxic masculinity of some.
@marieclaire2 Marieclaire, what a wonderful article! I love wearing a bra, and I get to wear one every day. Yes, the hug I feel from the band and the shoulder straps gives me an amazing rush of femininity. I have 5 bras, all are Delamira, bought on Amazon. I wear a 40C, and I have had one bra fitting and that’s the correct size for me. I was told at the fitting I could wear D forms. I did try D, but they weren’t me. The best thing about wearing a bra, with my lovely forms, of course, is the… Read more »
@Christine Lord My thoughts exactly.
Thanks for the compliment!
I love my bras and don’t feel like I’m completely dressed without one! – Have you ever tried on a bra? Yes. Not only have I tried one on, I wear them whenever I dress authentically. To me a bra is uniquely feminine and wearing one is part of my identity as a female. – How often do you wear a bra I wear a bra about 4 times a week. I’m an all or nothing dresser and my outfits always include a bra. – How many bras do you have and what are your favorite styles and colors. Right… Read more »
Thank you for your participation!
@Marie Claire can’t believe I missed your query. I had my first bra experience about age 10. Never forget, it was my aunt’s black super lacy longline. Wanted to wear it forever. Today I’m in bra at least 3 times a week for several hours. I have a dozen in black , white , beige, red, and pink. Favorite style is soft cup lace, favorite color black of course. Matching panties for all! Would have one for every day of the month if wife was more receptive
Thank you very much for sharing your experience. I also tried on a bra early.
Another reason to love CDH: My friend Christine recommended I read this article and even though you posted it several months ago, it’s still available! Great article! I love that so many others express exactly what I feel! Just like Amy and Carla said, it’s the saddest moment when my bra has to come off because of what it means. I have several bras maybe 15-20 from “boring” playtex cross your heart bras to Demi’s to Warner’s padded bras to sexy lace pink push-up bras and I love every one of them. I seem to go in cycles of styles to wear.… Read more »
Thank you very much!
@Marie Claire Well I agree with you as I wear a bralette daily now for just over a year. It has become just a part of my normal routine putting on a bralette with my panties. Makes me have a nice feminine feeling all day long . I have now a collection of 66 bras and bralettes. Bras for my breastforms and bralettes for my daily use. Lace ones , silk ones , all kinds of colours and styles. Some I really enjoy I’ve gotten multiples in that style. Never have enough bras and I do enjoy shopping for them.… Read more »
Bralettes are very practical! Congratulations on having a supportive wife!