To what degree...?

[Jennifer2918]

I have been reading the posts on this site for years and have nothing by praise for your ladies. You're beautiful and caring for others.

Here is my question. While I do enjoy dressing to a degree, I was just wondering how may other people like to wear the the clothes, but not going farther? I enjoy the lingerie, the dresses, skirts, and the feel of the jeans. But I don't really have an interest in the makeup or hair. I do go out dressed (no makeup or hair) and have stopped at small shops (food establishments going into the lobby, not drive through) and smaller thrift stores. I have even gone to the beach dressed on the drive there and changing into my one piece to go to the sand. Am I a considered a crossdresser or something else?

[Meg]

We do not need labels. We are all different, yet all alike. We all have different likes and experiences, but we all share something in common. I am glad to be part of this group, call it what you want. Hugs, Meg

[docrobbysherry]

If you're comfortable dressed that way? You're a CD, Jenn.:)

If you're uncomfortable but still dress that way? You're a CD!:heehee:

[Rachelakld]

Well yes - but what does that word mean to you (negative/positive/different)?
To me, it means fun, relaxed, friendly, helpful (heck I even helped jump start some tough guys car three days ago - got grease on my new white top from his jumper leads)

[Keremy]

You will find that there are a number of us like you and I. It is a fashion choice for us. You see some people that wear goth clothing, people that always wear button up shirts, people that always wear shorts even when it is cold out. For us our personal fashion style is the wear womens clothes. My personal fashion style is not to wear a wig and makeup and I have no desire to become transgender. I just like to wear womens clothing and with all the different styles, colors, fabrics and accessories who can blame us. Have fun

[chrissy111]

I never cared for labels. They are just clothes, I just can't understand why so many people have a problem with what we do.

[bridget thronton]

Dress in the ways hat make you feel good - do not worry about labels

[Karren H]

I feel my degree is approaching 100 percent, maybe 98.6ish? Seems like there is no in between for me, thinking that the decision to grow breast pushed my up towards the top of the degree scale, assuming there is one.

[kimdl93]

As a matter of degree, I am probably on the upper end. I can’t dress if it’s less than full with makeup and wig. Just my preference.

[FeliCD]

It started with just the clothes for me on a dare from my wife while playing a game of billiards together. After that night it snowballed into much more. There was a phase of underdressing for a time but I consider myself an ?all or nothing? dresser now . Head to toe including hip and bum enhancements , breasts, wig and full makeup . I guess I am one of the lucky ones as I have had support and acceptance and can express my fem side freely without hiding it. I still choose to not take it outside the home. Everyone here dresses for similar reasons but for some different degrees of presentation.

[Suzie Petersen]

Labels are so dangerous, one day they mean one thing, the next something else. I think the labels we tend to use within this community has become somewhat confusing. At the end of the day, the labels don't matter.
But, to me the difference lies in your motivation and how you see yourself, when you are wearing clothes that is traditionally female.
If you attempt to look and be perceived as a female, you are at a minimum a cross dresser, and perhaps more.
If you do not desire for others to see you as a woman, but just like clothes that happens to be easier to find in the women's section of the store, you are more of a MIAD, in my view.

One of the big differentiators here is if you wear makeup, breast forms, hip and butt padding, and a wig (or your own long hair). If you do, then to me you are trying to be perceived as a woman. Of you don't, then you are a man who likes your wardrobe to consist of more or less women's clothing.

At this point in my life, I am like Kim and Karen, I have to go all the way and I do everything I can to look and act like a female. Sometimes to what some would consider to be extreme measures.

[Kris Burton]

In our community it appears labels have become defined by the individual who is applying them. Accordingly, any clear universally accepted definition of the "stops" along our spectrum is not really possible anymore. Probably just as well.

[DianeT]

Well if you enjoy wearing clothes from the other gender's aisle, you are by definition a crossdresser. And you can be a million of shades of other things too at the same time. As for labels, there is good and there is bad. They have their uses for people to analyze where they stand. Without labels, I doubt any of us would have gathered on "Crossdressers".com.

[BLUE ORCHID]

Hi Jennifer :hugs:, The Crossdressers Handbook, On Page 1 ,

Says the only rule is that there are no Rules

>>>>>>>>>>Orchid**O:daydreaming:O**

[ellbee]

99% of the time, I just wear the clothes. And no fake boobs/hips, etc.

Like, every day. At least outside of work & rare family get-togethers.


While I do like the effect of make-up & a wig, I find it all to be too much of a hassle.

Guess I'm kinda like a GG, who just doesn't do her hair and/or make-up.


Maybe I'm just a lazy CD'er? :strugglin :laughing:



Anyway, I hadn't gone en-femme for quite a while. So, figured Halloween was a good a reason as any!

Got all dolled-up, then threw on a cat-ears headband. :battingeyelashes:

Lo & behold, I ended up getting hit on by a food-delivery guy at my apartment complex. Went out of his way twice, just to chat me up & get a closer look. :roflmao:


On some level, I didn't mind. I just rolled with it. Only thing you really can do. The area was well-lit, but it was still the evening -- and I think he thought I was a GG? :eek:

Though I guarantee he would *not* have done that, if it weren't for the wig & make-up!

Fun little memory, sure... But also kinda annoying, even a bit scary, as it was dark out by then.


Yeah, put me down as a feminine MIAD, any day, thanks...:heehee:

[Debbie Denier]

Over the years the labels and lines have become blurred. I describe the action as crossdressing but I am just me. A guy, husband and friend that likes to wear ladies clothes. Being closeted I dont do the makeup as opportunities limited. Makeup takes too much time and is an additional risk.I do wear a wig and would love a professional makeover in a safe environment away from home.Hopefully one day.

[Lacey New]

We are all over the map. I have always considered myself ?crossdresser lite? because I have never done the wig or hair, shaved my legs and chest, done makeup or invested in the accessories such as shoes, jewelry or purses. I have never dressed in women?s outerwear outside of the house except for trying on a dress at a Dress Barn. Otherwise, I just put on the clothes at home and I will occasionally go out underdressed.
So, whether you consider yourself to be a ?true? crossdresser pr not is immaterial. Enjoy whatever you enjoy and be comfortable.

[OrdinaryAverageGuy]

Jennifer, you go farther than me and many others here. I too like the clothes but never do makeup or a wig (but to be fair I have long hair). I go out in women's clothes that aren't obvious, like jeans and socks and some shirts, all the time. Often I'll travel in leggings for the comfort. But that's it. If I'm out in a skirt I don't leave the car unless I'm pretty sure I won't be seen close up.

So yeah, you're CD, and you're not alone!

[Traci H]

I?m not sure to what degree I would dress if I didn?t have restrictions. Since my wife hates the whole thing, my dressing is limited. Oh I underdress all the time, that genie is out of the bottle. Women?s jeans all the time as well. In winter I underdress with soft rayon tees too. And I sometimes carry a purse in stores. I usually put on some BB cr?me too. Subtle, but helps make my face look a little better. Womens face creams and deodorant too. All kind of fly under the radar. I get so few chances to fully dress that I take what I can get. I started wearing leggings around the house in the morning. Grossed my wife out, so stopped. Give and take.

[Stephanie47]

If I have the opportunity to be en femme for a long session I have to wear a wig. I suffer from male pattern baldness, so the visual in a mirror is not so good. One could argue, "Don't look in a mirror!" but the feeling of the locks around my face and falling onto my shoulders is great. In-home, I forego the makeup with the exception of lip color. The scent of the lip gloss is enough to stimulate the senses.

[Marketa]

You are happy, Jennifer. That's the important part :)

[alwayshave]

I love to fully dress from head to toe, makeup, wig, dress, stockings. While I underdress, I much prefer fully dressing.

[Andrea Renea]

When I dress it's all in..100% a feminine look. Makeup and
lipstick.

Women's tops, jeans, shorts foundation garments, sometimes
a dress or skirt.

I dress several times a week. Grocery shop, Target, Burlington
Outlet...etc

[siantv2003]

As many have already said, why label it? Me I wear panties almost 100% these days - wife recently gifted me a new pack of full lace midi's that she'd bought and decided she didnt like the look of - and in winter its tights or hold-ups .. classic undressing. When I am alone, its skirts, blouses and heels. I dont feel the need to be out - but I do worry about people finding out - but I am comfortable and happy the way I am

[SophiaRose]

If I have the time I like to dress as far to completion as possible including makeup, wig, and jewelry. I even purchased a pair of ladies glasses recently with my prescription. It takes me a while to get there but once completed the euphoria is totally worth it.

[Cacique82]

I do get it about labels but I like to call myself something. My wife called me a cross dresser one night when we were talking about it all-(she approves) I?ll admit it felt good.
I have similar dressing habits to the OP and definitely consider myself a cross dresser.

[Cheryl T]

You do you.
If the clothes make you happy then enjoy it.

For me I'm all in.

[Pauline Quirky]

Personally I love to go the distance and be a full on queen, but let's be honest that takes some time and effort. When time is pressing its still nice to just put on some clothes and enjoy the feeling, especially if that means my wife's clothes while she's away 😊

[gownman]

I am a minimalist CD. I underdress and enjoy it, but mostly I just love soft, silky, lacy long nightgowns. I love the way they feel, and I get a big charge from being naughty. No interest in other CD stuff.

[BrendaPDX]

You are still a crossdresser! Some of us are all or nothing, some underdress, many many of us are like you.

[Katherine L.]

I am very much at the lower end of the crossdressing scale. I primarily wear lingerie, usually a just a bra, around the house, although I do wear other items on occasion. My wife has no objections to me wearing lingerie in her presence, so I consider myself fortunate in that regard. I have fully dressed four times when I had professional makeovers, but have never fully dressed on any other occasion. To answer your question, however, I still consider myself a crossdresser.

[Jennifer2918]

I want to say THANK YOU!! to everyone who responded. Yes, when I am dressed, I am happy. Yes, I like the way the clothes feel and how it makes me feel. Your feed back was supportive and much more than I expected. Again, THANK YOU!!! to all of you. We are a community!!!

[Raychel]

I am with you 1000%, I love to dress in all the accessories below the neck.
I do have a couple of wigs, that sit in the closet 99.9% of the time.
I don't even own any makeup,

I do on a rare occasion go out, but I will stay in the car. So the chances of anyone seeing me is very low.