Trying things on

[Michellemartyn]

Hi Girls

I see lots of you get out dressed around the shops and think that brill.

A friend of mine got a new top last week when she got home it was to big.
This made me think....IT HAPPENS NOW AND THEN... How many of you try things on at the shop?
I have alway done this and had no prob,s I have been escorted to the changing room now and then but that makes me feel safe as soom of the ladys don,t like it
I find that if you ask they have no problem with us at all.
Unless you no different.

Love Michelle

[BeckyAnderson]

I always shop en femme and try on first before I buy. Here on the East Coast I've used the fitting rooms in stand-alone clothing stores such as Dress Barn, Fashion Bug, Avenue as well as department store chains such as JC Penney's, Macy's, Strawbridge's, Sears and have never had a problem. In most cases the salesgirls will offer there opinion on how the item fits or how it looks on me and, on many occassions, even the GG shoppers will do the same (of course, their husbands may roll their eyes). All in all, for me it's always a pleasurable experience.

Hugs,
Becky

[Sophia Rearen]

Haven't done so dressed enfemme. I try on endrab. Looking forward to doing it soon. It's always nice to hear what shops are cd friendly.

[GypsyKaren]

Hi Michelle

I've also never had any problems trying on things while dressed, stores just want to make a sale. If it makes you nervous doing it, go to a store with both a mens and womens department, pick out what you want, and try them on in the mens dressing room.

GypsyKaren

[Rachel_740]

Hi Girls

I see lots of you get out dressed around the shops and think that brill.

A friend of mine got a new top last week when she got home it was to big.
This made me think....IT HAPPENS NOW AND THEN... How many of you try things on at the shop?
I have alway done this and had no prob,s I have been escorted to the changing room now and then but that makes me feel safe as soom of the ladys don,t like it
I find that if you ask they have no problem with us at all.
Unless you no different.

Love Michelle

I've been out shopping for about 18 months now. On more than one occasion I've also bought online and taken the article back to the shop (both the Exeter branch and the Manchester branch - because I was up there on a course), and never had any troubles. LTS in Exeter and Bath are getting to know me quite well now .

Anne

[Kim E]

If I'm looking at something that's either rather expensive or on a closeout, I always try it on in the store. If its a brand or label I already have and know the size, then I just buy it and bring it home. Never had a problem trying on clothes or shoes in any store.

Kim

[Jenna1561]

I do try on some things (at Wal Mart, Goody's, Lane Bryant, etc) but most clothing I buy without trying on.

Love,

Jenna

[Darlena]

It must be a hoot to try on different outfits in a store. I haven't though. The thought of some errant child lifting up the dressing room curtain/opening the door is a little unsettling to me. But float your boat the best you can. I've been pretty lucky sizing. If it's made overseas I have to scrutinize because sizes do differ. SHOP ON LADIES! (save the reciepts) Love & kisses,

[Jillian310]

I usually shop en drab, it just happens that way. As a rule I try everything on. I always ask the clerk first, usually a gg. All have been really accepting. I get a kick out of the other gg shoppers who sometimes overhear and cast sideways glances. If you REALLY want to have some fun, when you see a gg taking notice, hold the garment up against yourself and ask for their opinion. Usually you will get a very red face and some mumbled comment. Life is a hoot!

[Jodi]

I shop both en-femme and in drab. I have tried on in drab for years in stores like--New York & Co, The Limited, Victorias Secret, Talbots, BCBG/Max Azaria, Christopher & Banks, Adrienne Vitadinni, Ardens. I have tried on shoes at Kaufmanns Dept store, Macys, Ninewest, Aldos, Ballys, Stuart Weisman, and many small independent shoe stores. I have never had a problem. The secret is confidence. Go in with a big smile, know what you want, be polite, and just do it. Also, I have shopped at the same stores for years, and they know me. Once you establish a rapport with the store staff and management, it is easy.

I will admit that, if the store is very busy, I will defer trying on at that moment. I must always respect the store. I would not want them to lose a customer because of me.

At many of these stores, the Sales asso will come into the fitting room and check the fit and style on me and give me an honest opinion.

For me shopping in drab is a social thing and a fun experience. Frequently, after I make my purchase, the girls in the store will want to chat before I leave. Enclosed are a couple of pix of a shopping trip that my friend Laura and I made last winter. The group shot is of Larua and me with the store manager at ninewest.

So, relax, shop and have fun.

Jodi

[Christina Nicole]

I'm shopping for women's clothes, so I go as a woman. After I pickup a few things, some very nice lady who works for the store will ask "Can I start a dressing room for you, ma'am?" Who am I to say no to such a nice invitation? I try on at the store. Most stores are pretty good. Some outlets are a bit hair-raising, though. Some of those outlet stores don't have curtains, or doors on the stalls. So you can see every other woman, and they can see you. A few smart woman I have seen wear full slips so they are not completely exposed. One lady had a cami top with slacks style slip. Seemed like a good idea!

Warm regards,
Christina Nicole

[Rachel Morley]

Hi Michelle,

I have no problems when I shop en femme and always go into the ladies fitting room to try on whatever it is I'm thinking of buying. However, I understand that it's somewhat different if you are dressed as a guy and are taking something femme to the fitting room. I suppose you go to the guy's one with your item

The only time I have wanted to try on any women's clothes whilst dressed as a guy (err...well, feminized guy for me) is at the charity Goodwill shop, then there's no problem because their fitting rooms are unisex. Here's a pic of me I posted once before. I'm in JC Pennys fitting room at my local mall.

[Denise01]

I have had no problems trying on clothes while en-femme, and have done so in Dress Barn, Wal-Mart, Goodies, Cato, Ross.
The big thing I have found is when you go into the store, feel confident, and act as if you should be there and it is the normal thing to do, after all what lady does not like to shop.
I found this past shopping trip, in Dress Barn especially the sales girls are very helpful, will offer comments as to wether they fit right, or the skirt hangs right, and even if the colour or style is not right.
I have shopped en-drab a couple of time at Cato and Layne bryant. The sales girls there were helpful, and while one seemed statled for a minuet that i wanted to try ona skirt, she very quickly said yes.
When shopping even if en-drab or femme wearing slacks, if i know i am going to want to try on skirts, I always wear a slip, as i feel a slip will make the skirt hang right even if lined. It is also a blessing if the door, did happen to jar a bit, and some one noticed.
Even in Brand names, I have found the sizes vary some what so the best thing is to try before you buy, then you do not have to return

Denise

[Nicole Lee]

For the most part, trying on clothes wasn't bad for me.

I haven't done so " en femme " because I don't think I'm ready for that yet, so I usually go out to stores in my normal male clothes. So far, I've tried on clothes at TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Kohl's (LOVE IT! No monitor!), and Target. And most of the women that count the clothes before going to the fitting room didn't seem to care.

Until I went to Marshall's a few days ago, and I wanted to try on two junior's size 11 jeans and two activewear bootleg pants size small. She saw the " 11 " and " Small " tags on the clothes hangers and said, " Wait a minute .. these are ladies' pants. Yes, these are ALL ladies' pants. You can't try these on. You need to shop in the men's department. " I told her that I would still like to try them on, and she continued to insist that they " won't fit " me .. where as I KNOW I can fit into a size 11 no problem (in fact, they're nice and tight, like I love them!). Needless to say, I wasn't happy .. but I wasn't about to start a scene there by the fitting rooms, so I just took the clothes with me and threw them back on the rack. It's alright, there are PLENTY more TJ Maxx's and Marshalls' around my area anyway.

And from now on, I'm swapping the jeans I want to try on with clotheshangers that don't have the size tags on them. Take that TJX!

[rachelcd]

i have tried on a dress in the change room in drab i was bloody nervous as it was my first time doing it but it turned out well no one said anything and the sales girl was really friendly. i want to try on some lingerie in the shops but every time i go i chicken out and tell them its for my gf (which i dont have). hopefully in the new year i will be a bit more adventurous.

[chattaboxx]

Hi Michelle,

I wish i had the nerve to go and try things on but i am only just going out walking round the shops dressed.

I hope soon when i get my confidence up i may venture into the changing rooms.

ps
when are all the roadworks going to be finished in stoke ?

Louise

[Karren H]

I try most dresses on in ths shops, either enfemme or in drab. Many stores do not have attendents at their dressing rooms so I try on fem clothing at lunch dressed in my business suit! And have had no problem doing it!! If you do, just grab a pair of male slacks, a polo shirt, and a dress. Try them all on and buy the dress!! Hehehe If you feel uncomfortable buying the dress ask for a gift reciept!! And be sure to tell the checkout clerk that you hope she likes it ( she being you) LOL

Love Karren

[Jodi]

Karren, Just shoot on up the road to Westmoreland Mall. You can try on in drab at New York & Co, Limited, and Talbots. Also for shoes, go to Kaufmanns. Any of the fine ladies in the shoe dept will help you try on and be great about it.

Jodi

[Michellemartyn]

Hi Michelle,

I wish i had the nerve to go and try things on but i am only just going out walking round the shops dressed.

I hope soon when i get my confidence up i may venture into the changing rooms.

ps
when are all the roadworks going to be finished in stoke ?

Louise

Hi louise

Only 12 more mouths they,v been there that long now I shall miss them Have fun shopping you,ll get there I think the UK is a bit backward when it comes to shops being totaly tolerant of us girl
Michelle

[Billijo49504]

I try things on in drab at Lane Bryant, Fashion Bug, the sweater outfit in my avitar, and the Avenue. They don't have a problem. They realize my money is green. Now we have 2 Victoria Secret stores and I asked if I could try thing on, and was told [SIZE="6"]NO![SIZE="2"] So Idon't shop there.[/SIZE][/SIZE]
I wonder if it is a VS corporate policy? Maybe they are making enough money, they don't need mine.

[MandyTS]

I have tried on stuff at VS before... hmmm...

[Jodi]

Billie, It is not a VS corporate policy to deny a male trying things on. I had my initial bra fitting done at VS about 6 years ago. The manager took me into the fitting room. After measuring, she brought me in about 6 different styles to see what I would want. Recently, (in October) I went into a VS in drab looking for a new Ipex bra. After showing me the bra, the SA looked at me and asked if I had tried an Ipex before. I replied "no". She then asked if I wanted to try it on. She escorted me to the fitting room no questions asked.

Jodi

[connie rotten]

I found a couple places that are real good about returns. I never get to try things on in store. It makes shopping harder and quite thrilling.
I realy want to go on a shopping spree some where away from where I live. Untill then it is the same old stress to dress.

[Billijo49504]

Mandy and Jodi, I wish I would have gotten that type of response. Actually, One store told me no and the other hung up on me. I always feel it is safer to call first, to see if it is ok. That way I don't put an employee in a dificult spot. At any of the 3 Lane Bryant store, I have no problems. I have gone there to get a bra,or anything, and the SA would ask if it's a gift or for me, I'd say it's for me and she would ask if Iwant to try it on. Fashion Bug is the same. Avenue is kinda like that, to a lesser degree. I'm a customer and they like my business. At LB I went from a new credit card to a platinum card in about 13 months. The girls at the store can't believe it, but it happened. Bet you can't guess, I buy most of my fem clothes at Lane Bryant. I'm a total LB gurl tonight, Bra, panties, skirt and sweater all from LB. Nylons from Walgreens and boots from Payless. God I love dressing up...BJ
ps. For the price of VS lingerie they should let you try it on. At $40 something for a bra, they auto wear it for you.

[Bridget]

According to my friend's friend, who is a crossdresser, and the winner of the "Davis is Burning" halloween event, "If you look like a girl, you can use the girls' fitting room. Don't ask don't tell."

As my residence here in San Francisco has parents which panic when i use black nail polish, and my friends here have not moved out of their parent's places, there are no places for me to change en femme. So, my changing is limited to places with a male changing room as well. Unfourtunately, the Macys here, the closest department store...has separate mens and womens buildings. Yes, buildings. Dammitol.

So for me, it's mostly a hit and miss affair.