Skirts or Trousers (pants)

[Skirtgirl]

As Lesley I always wear skirts and dresses, with tights and heels. If I were a GG I would wear skirts all the time. I do not understand why GGs claim they are uncomfortable or impractical, and I get frustrated when a GG wears trousers most of the time, as it is as if they are stealing my "rights". If I wanted to wear trousers as Lesley I would simply dress as a man, and nothing beats being in a smart pencil or fit and flare skirt when out as Lesley. Some girls on this site refer to wearing denims or dressing in ladies trousers. Am I alone in not bring remotely interested in this?

[Pat]

And in this Lesley-o-centric universe, why do you get to choose what you want to wear but women don't get to choose what they want to wear?

[MissDanielle]

It really depends for me. I'm in comedy so I move around on stage a lot.

[Jenniferathome]

Written with all the objectivity of a crossdresser stuck in the crossdresser's lament.

[Laurana]

Your "rights"? That's a baffling statement to say the least.

During the warmer months I wear shorts and skirts almost exclusively. But once the weather turns cold it's jeans.

What I don't understand is why you think it's any of your business what a person wears. My 16 years old daughter has never worn a skirt or dress. She's tried on a few but just didn't like them.

And yes, sometimes they are impractical. If it's ten degrees out and snowing who would wear a skirt?

[Tami Joy]

I have great legs so no trousers for me when I'm tami joy but no choice for work other wise I be in dresses more often.

[jenni_xx]

and I get frustrated when a GG wears trousers most of the time, as it is as if they are stealing my "rights".

Who the hell are you to get "frustrated" at what anyone else wears? Especially when you are seemingly a person who wants to be able to wear what they want.

[Rachael Leigh]

I love skirts myself but when I'm out dressed I prefer to blend more and sense many GGs don't wear skirts unless they are going to work then I don't wear mine often, except I do in summer months cause I do have nice ones.
So in winter it's leggings or jeans for me

[Nadine Spirit]

I love my skirts and dresses. But I also love my fem jeans as well. And no, I can't wear the same sort of skin tight, "make's my butt show" skinny fem jeans while dressed as a guy. Well, okay, I could, but I choose not to. Ooooh how about my extra long Guess fem jeans with super nice curves that can only be worn with 3" heels? Nope, not gunna wear those while dressed as a guy. There is a time and a place for everything. And personally I'll be damnd to have anyone dictate what is and isn't acceptable for me to wear. And I supposed you would prefer the same?

[UNDERDRESSER]

Dunno about "rights" but I am rarely in pants these days. I go to work in skirts, (as a guy) went to the Christmas party last night in a skirt. (took it up a notch with dress shirt and tie, also skirt was low calf length) I do, in the colder weather, actually commute in a pair of windproof overpants, then change into a skirt when I get in. I could see myself enjoying wearing yoga pants, but for 2 issues. I haven't found any that fit me really well, and if they did fit well, umm, not quite the same for guys, is it? Could get around that by pairing them with a long shirt or tunic, but that kinda defeats the point of yoga pants from my point of view...:whistling:

[petra Frederica 55t]

Your "rights"? That's a baffling statement to say the least.

During the warmer months I wear shorts and skirts almost exclusively. But once the weather turns cold it's jeans.

What I don't understand is why you think it's any of your business what a person wears. My 16 years old daughter has never worn a skirt or dress. She's tried on a few but just didn't like them.

And yes, sometimes they are impractical. If it's ten degrees out and snowing who would wear a skirt?

( QUOTE= Petra Frederic a 55 your right when winter is a pond us you dress for the seasons. No mater what unless you live with a underground garage. Then that different then wear what ever suit you. Petra

[Annette_boy]

I wear Skirts and dresses almost exclusively . This is because I am trying to distract from the male appearance and skirts and dresses help maintain the illusion of femininity.
That said nothing wrong with jeans and pants . I just do not have the shape for them with out looking male.

Hugs Annette

[Sara Marshall]

I concur with Nadine, I really love wearing the my dresses and skirts, but also enjoy my skinny fem jeans with hose and some awesome heels.

[Greenie]

As a GG who wears slacks to work daily, if you don't want me to tell you what you can and can't wear, you should give others the same respect. :/ I get frustrated by people who think it'd their RIGHT to be frustrated by what another human wears.

[NicoleScott]

As a part time for pleasure crossdresser, I make up and dress over-the-top, and that means skirts and dresses and high heels. Never owned or wore pants or flats, never will. In guy mode, it's casual and comfortable. Who knows how I would dress if I were a GG, as I would be a different person. My best guess is dolled up when appropriate, but casual and comfortable otherwise. I'm thinking Capri pants and flip-flops, things I could never wear as a CDer.
As for what others wear, that's their call.

[Deane]

Hey Skirtgirl/Lesley! No, you're not alone. What's sad here is that you expressed an opinion and asked if you were the only one to feel that way, and about half of the replies attacked you. This is why I rarely post anything, too many self-important jerks on here. Keep on wearing what you want, and keep on wondering why others don't, there's nothing wrong with that. I saw nothing in your post demanding that anyone else conforms to your tastes.

And I agree with you. If I was a GG, or if it was socially acceptable for a man, I'd wear skirts 90% of the time, and truly don't understand why more women don't. (Or why more men don't want to)

Take care and ignore the haters, you're better then them. :)

[kittie60]

The only time I wear pants is when I'm on the road working. Not to many truckers out their in skirt and dresses. But when I come home its into the shower and then a skirt or a dress or my favorite pair of skirts.

[DivaB]

And in this Lesley-o-centric universe, why do you get to choose what you want to wear but women don't get to choose what they want to wear?

Sorry but I must agree with Jennie

[Rabecca]

No your not alone, your right on top of things,I guess we just have to suck it up.

[Erica Marie]

Sounds stereotypical. Not all ggs wear skirts. I know alot then never do. Personally I prefer jeans myself, yet I hate mens jeans. As for anyone, I say wear what you like.

[Robin414]

I NEVER wear a dress or a skirt and honesty don't personally know many GGs who do. I had (have) a GG friend who really wants to see me in a pencil skirt, says I have great legs...maybe so but not gonna happen 😉

[margararet]

I used to wear dresses and skirts exclusively. However since I bought some proper fitting jeans i do enjoy wearing them occasionally but always with heels.
I prefer skirts

[EileenW]

I like wearing skirts around the house. However, when I go out I prefer my skinny fem jeans as it is easier to blend.

[Sara Jessica]

There are so many styles of women's pants out there that are absolutely wonderful. Anyone who eschews these is simply missing out on an essential fashion option. Just because your guy side is relegated to pants, those are NOTHING like pants which are designed to be worn by women.


Hey Skirtgirl/Lesley! No, you're not alone. What's sad here is that you expressed an opinion and asked if you were the only one to feel that way, and about half of the replies attacked you. This is why I rarely post anything, too many self-important jerks on here. Keep on wearing what you want, and keep on wondering why others don't, there's nothing wrong with that. I saw nothing in your post demanding that anyone else conforms to your tastes.

And I agree with you. If I was a GG, or if it was socially acceptable for a man, I'd wear skirts 90% of the time, and truly don't understand why more women don't. (Or why more men don't want to)

Take care and ignore the haters, you're better then them. :)

Right, because we all know that it is a CD'ers right to project their sense of style (?) onto the entire female population. :eek:

Newsflash, men don't typically want to wear skirts because skirts are women's clothing and that is just not a place most dudes wish to go. All is good, letting the guys be the guys they are.

Newsflash, women have busy lives and don't typically want to run around in skirts to appease a handful of CD'ers out there who see fit to dictate what others wear. All is good, let them be who they are. After all, isn't that what most people in these pages want, to be able to express themselves in the manner they prefer?

Am I a hater? I'll leave that for you to decide. Contemplate this as you tell me where I am wrong.

[Julie1123]

I have more skirts and dresses. My only pair of jeans is a pair of flare bottoms. I love them. They are super comfy for lounging around the house.

[Krisi]

This is a tired old argument and it's been beaten to death. You have a right to wear whatever you want as long as it's not offensive, but others, even genetic women, have the same rights. "Trousers" (pants) have several advantages over skirts or dresses and if women choose to wear them, that's their right.

You have the right to complain about it, but it's unlikely to get you anywhere.

[bridget thronton]

I prefer dresses

[Skirtgirl]

What a critical and judgemental bunch. I was only expressing my opinion, not dictating or directing anyone to any preference. Guess some just want to vent their spleen, and pick words out of context just to make a petty point. The subject was just simply skirts/dresses or pants, not a diatribe about rights, obligations or complaints about GG preferences. Dont know if its :edit: just plain bitterness and bitchiness, but thanks for making me feel unwelcome and unwanted.

[julie w]

I love skirts , but wear women's pants a lot , as long as they are unmistakably women's I go out in the real world and dress for where I am going ,I have started wearing leggings and a long sweater with boots now it colder for my thrift shop outings
If I'm going to mall during the week I may wear a skirt with tights ,as I may have come from there office look

My SO only wears dresses I haven't seen her in pants for years ,she is curvy and finds dresses are comfortable ,

[Saikotsu]

As Lesley I always wear skirts and dresses, with tights and heels. If I were a GG I would wear skirts all the time. I do not understand why GGs claim they are uncomfortable or impractical, and I get frustrated when a GG wears trousers most of the time, as it is as if they are stealing my "rights". If I wanted to wear trousers as Lesley I would simply dress as a man, and nothing beats being in a smart pencil or fit and flare skirt when out as Lesley. Some girls on this site refer to wearing denims or dressing in ladies trousers. Am I alone in not bring remotely interested in this?

I'm sorry you feel unwelcome and unwanted, but your remark about rights is a little confusing. From how it is written, it sounds like you are saying that women wearing trousers steals your rights to wear skirts.
What I think you meant to say was that you feel jealous of women being able to wear skirts when you can't and you feel that when they wear pants they're not taking advantage of their privilege. While the frustration is a bit understandable, people can wear what they want.

Skirts do come with some drawbacks: they have no pockets and aren't that warm. Plus, you have to be careful how you sit with them. They're nice and breezy during the hotter months, and they can be comfortable in certain styles, but not every girl wants to wear skirts. My mom was never a skirt girl. She hated the color pink. Jeans were and are her peferred style.

As for me, I like both cargo pants and skirts. I have two styles I go to, and when I'm trying to be more of a tomboy, I avoid skirts. My style isn't for everyone though. Some CDers will only wear frilly stuff and poofy skirts. Not my bag of tea, but to each their own, right?

[Lorileah]

Leslie, don't feel unwelcome or unwanted. It isn't that at all. But complaining that "women get to and I don't" gets thin here. Your point is Skirts or slacks. Simple enough. Just don't drag GGs into the mix :)

[Sandie70]

Simple answer. Skirts dresses or long tunic or sweater dress when I don't want to tuck. Nice pants, jeans or leggings when I do.

[wendy447]

I love wearing skirts especially leather skirts but I am thinking of adding wet look leggings to my wardrobe.

[MarciManseau]

No one loves a cute skirt or a pretty dress than me, but you have to admit they're a horrible choice is you're going skiing or hiking. I usually wear a skirt or a dress to work, and if we're staying home that evening, usually I don't change.

[missjoann]

I prefer to wear what the moment fits...around the house very casual jeans and a nice sweater or top, going out to dinner dress to the nines with a nice skirt and top or a dress:)

[Adriana Moretti]

I mostly wear pants...aka leggings, all kinds..solids & prints or leather hot pants, shiny wet look leggings, skinny jeans, even god forbid SWEATPANTS etc....and here is why...in the real world when I wear pants instead of a skirt, it draws less attention, ( my hair draws enough) so as far as blending in I will keep it toned down...if its a CD type of event SOMETIMES I will wear a skirt (I actually get made fun of if I actually put one on because its SUCH a rare sighting LOL)...but usually I will still wear leggings...WHY? Cause at a CD event I am sticking out like a sore thumb in leggings cause EVERY girl is wearing either a skirt or a sequin dress with full sleeves. Dont get we wrong I love skirts too...and I get why gals go gaga for them when they have a chance to get their "girl on" but for the most part they are not for me, they are for special occasions only for when I feel like dropping jaws. xoxo

[pamela7]

skirt+leggings in winter for me - let everyone choose, my SO says its about warmth, i just can't see a way back into pants anytime soon.

[Dana44]

When I am male, I dress male. When I'm Dana, I dress female and that is skirts or dresses. It is winter. sometimes I wear a skirt with leggings and boot or a boot with heels. But I will wear my fem jeans if the wind is strong and sometimes just for fun. But never wear my fem jeans in male mode.

[CynthiaD]

Here in Texas women wear skirts and dresses a lot. Jeans still predominate though. I prefer skirts and dresses, but if I really want to blend I wear jeans. However, all of my jeans are unmistakably feminine. Lots of bling, lots of embroidery, very Unmasculine colors, you get the idea.

[Teresa]

Lesley,
When you've worn drab trousers for most of your life you're bound to think like that , I do, but don't go upsetting others that think differently. I will admit there is no feeling like it and we should be freer to enjoy it !
Then I have a confession to make, I was given a pair of tailored trousers, which are obviously women's because they have buttons and a side zip, they fit great and look stylish in heels ! Am I a convert , not really, my shaved legs like showing themselves too much !

[flatlander_48]

L:

Remember that Rights are not a Zero Sum Construct. That women can wear dresses, skirts or pants has nothing to do with what you may or may not do. What you're complaining about is how Society at large has determined what is appropriate as a function of gender. Man and women are responsible for that, but women have chosen to push the envelope where men have not.

And yes, I do wear all 3 (individually, of course!). I went to breakfast with a group yesterday and wore a pair of the Gloria Vanderbilt Amanda jeans. At a monthly GNO last night I wore a blazer and leather skirt. Horses for Courses...

DeeAnn

[JaimeCD]

Right now generally when I am having Jamie time, I am in dresses (but love me my tights). But when I was getting ready for my adventure wanted an outfit that was girly but not overt and for that I went jeggings (although struggled with no front pockets).
My wife and I were talking and I my start wearing yoga pants around the house. It is not so obvious that our son would notice. We are trying to find ways for me to have more time enjoying myself.

[Sarah Louise]

If I couldn't dress is skirts, dresses, tights, and heels I wouldn't bother dressing. While I think GG's should wear what they want, it's a shame more don't dress feminine. Dressing feminine is a beautiful thing.

[Bobbi46]

I think if you are very tall like me what you wear has to be carefully considered I wear both when out skirt and flat shoes of slacks (ladies) and flat shoes. I f I wore heals of any height I think I might draw more attention to myself. I am 6' 7" so you can imagine 3" heals or more could be a problem. Tell me if you think I am wrong on this one.

[flatlander_48]

b:

I think you are going to be noticed regardless of which shoes you wear. I wouldn't worry about it. By the way, I don't know your place of birth, but in the US a 95th percentile male is 6'-2". You are 'way out at the fringes anyway whether you wear heels or not.

DeeAnn

[Kelly63]

Always a skirt or dress with pantyhose and heels for me. Don't even own any pants.

[Angie G]

I don't think gg's are stealing anything from you hun. Wear what you like as so will they,:hugs:
Angie

[Maryesther M.]

Skirtgirl,

No,you are not alone. For me, trousers are everyday male attire and when I'm CD-ing it's skirts & tights & pumps/courts and whatever else goes on top.

M.

[Michelle Girl]

I only have skirts and dresses. That is the essence for me of dressing - to attain feminine elegance.

But, now that I'm seeking to go out en femme during the daytime, other factors have come into play. So, I am looking to get girl jeans to pair with a tunic and winter boots to allow me to blend more easily. I would never have considered this until the desire to get out and about became more important.

Making this "compromise" will hopefully allow me to go more freely as a woman in the public domain. So a good trade-off from my ideal position.

Love, Michelle

[tbryant2k16]

Skirtgirl, I think it's the way you worded your post that's making many on here defensive. It makes it sound as if women should only be wearing skirts. They can say the same with us and jeans. Are we taking women's 'rights' to wear skirk/dress from them? I don't believe women should be once again be restricted to only skirts and dress. In today's world, pants are universal and are for all situations. Skirts and pants should be acceptable for everyone. And should be the individuals choice as to which they wear.

I think whether male or female, it's a right to wear whatever you feel comfortable with. I have skirts and jeans/trousers. I haven't worn skirts out in public, but jeans and trousers I wear quite often.

[Sarasometimes]

I agree that Skirtgirl is being hypocritical and stereotyping others! CD's should know better than anyone, the outrage of others imposing their choice in clothes for others. I wear skirt and dresses only on occasion because they are less practical for how and where I dress. i would love to wear them more often but I would not impose my choice in clothing on another.

[MissDanielle]

skirts, dresses, jeans, nothing showing above the knee in public.

Those that live in cold environments dress for comfort and warmth.

[Princess Ludwyna]

Basically, women were forbidden until recently to wear pants, so, for them, it has become a must-wear, a symbol of their freedoms.

Males are currently 'forbidden' to wear skirts.
Hence your 'frustration'.
Thankfully, rules are made to be broken. Stupid rules at last.

[MsMissy]

Im not really wild about the "skirt" I do however like the "kilt" which is sold across the pond the few sites that sell exclusive male and female kilts have very nice tartans and they would be suited for daily wear in any season. I do not wear skirts often only have 2, the rest are skorts.

I would wear skirts/kilts if they were more practical, ever seen a windy day and girls in dresses they tend go up, sitting. bending, stooping, kneeling tend to be challenging. The old knees dont go that far. My line of work i spend a lot time on ladders.

I dont mind womens pants i hate tiny pockets and have carry a satchel to hold my stuff.

[AngelaYVR]

I have no wish to blend, preferring to exude my own style without worry. As such, I only wear skirts (mostly) and dresses (less frequently). I have long woollen skirts for the cold weather and they are stylish as well as cozy. Skirts with pockets were extremely common a few decades ago and were meant for daily wear.

[Rhian]

I wouldn't wear anything but a skirt or a dress when I'm crossdressing because I wear leggings and skinny jeans in boy mode.

[sometimes_miss]

I understand why women like to wear pants a lot. It's simply easier (less clothing adjustments, don't have to worry about exposing herself, if weather isn't good she isn't cold, less costly because ruined hosiery is a frequent occurance), and, women also don't like being the target of unwanted attention so much. While we would all love to be hit on for sex, women don't; because nearly all of the time, it's from someone they aren't interested in having sex with. So, I 'get it'.
Myself, I wear skirts or dresses because I like the constant visual and tactile feedback of them reinforcing the illusion that I am a girl; it just feels normal to me to dress that way.

[Beverley Sims]

As you see there are others here of a similar opinion as you, me, I wear what is appropriate and comfortable.

Racing around the countryside climbing hills and trees does not go well in a skirt.

Shopping in the mall and having coffee makes the skirt and top the ideal casual choice.

[Michele14]

A skirt without a.doubt

[dominique]

For me it's got be a skirt. My reasoning is that I spend most of my time in drab wearing jeans and trousers. Have tried wearing trousers when in girlie mode it just isn't the same for me. I love the way the skirt moves when I'm walking and also it shows off my legs.