It use to be a turn on up until I got into my mid-twenties. Since and including today it is definitely more of a sensual experience.
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It use to be a turn on up until I got into my mid-twenties. Since and including today it is definitely more of a sensual experience.
The Doc is correct. Although sexual relates to all things to do with sex in its many manifestations, sensual has the following meaning - -of or arousing gratification of the senses and physical, especially sexual, pleasure.
I'm glad that many have pointed out that it is not something to feel guilty about. Whenever this subject comes up, somehow there is a subtle implication that dressing leading to sexual arousal is not such a good thing.
I have always had a wonderful sexual joy from dressing and I am lucky that unlike many of my age, I am physically able to take advantage of it.
I think the term " fetishistic transvestite" describes me well and I am happy to be one.
For me it is sexual, sensual and affirming of who I am.
When I was young it was part sexual. But going through puberty what isn't?
Now it gives me a since of completeness of who I am.
It is for me. I am turned on by seeing myself in a pretty sweater dress, or anything that makes me look femaleish, and have some vivid fantasies.
Was exactly the same for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by wendy
Though, I always felt a little different to my male friends, just the way I processed thoughts etc. About 3 years ago, I was diagnosed with Klinefelter Syndrome (aka 47 XXY), and the pieces of the puzzle finally slotted together. While there are the negative aspects of having KS, the positives far outweigh the downside. One of which, I hardly grow any facial hair (only top lip and a bit on my chin, which only have to shave every 4 or 5 days, body hair is sparse too). The other plus, my breasts have grown slightly as I've got older (nothing like man boobs per se) definitely shaped like a female breast.
These days, I just accept that's me, and that's how it is. I guess you could say I share this body with both a male and female persona's. I'm cool with that!
Sensual, in the literal sense of how it makes me feel, without meaning sexual or aroused. I love the sensation of having my legs firmly encased in pantyhose.
I enjoy cross dressing, it's part of who I am. If I get turned on well heck that's perfectly natural, enjoy it. It's not every thing, but it's sure fun when it happens. Just be genuine, be your self and get on with life.
100% percent just enjoy the comfort of woman's clothing without a sexual thought. I just wear the close. No Makeup or wigs. At my age sex is a rare thought.
It started with a certain sexual element for me. At first there was a bit of a thrill about putting on something different or "forbidden", but i soon discovered that wearing these clothes makes me feel happier and i enjoy the feel/fit of the clothes. I think they suit my short, skinny frame better.
Little bit of both for me.
When I first started dressing in mom's clothes is was a combination of both. On the other hand there was also relief that it was my true self who did this.
I agree with Lea. Now if I dress to go out, I would work so hard on my apperance, makeup, hair,ect. You just loose the sexual asspect of it. Ain't easy being a woman! Lol
Both for me, depends on my mood really
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Both for me, depends on my mood really
For me, whether it is sensual or sexual is connected. The sensual side of your appearance, the clothing, wig, make up and just being female can trigger the sexual side and that all goes hand and hand. When I am with other Tgirls in a group setting or out in public with a friend that total feeling that I get is very sensual and not at all sexual. There can also be those times when both merge to be a women with all of the attention it can attract.
Sensual and sexual feelings are related .
It's a given that we all often wear clothes that are sensuous.
This is particularity true for females who have always been allowed to were very sensuous clothes .
Females often try to find just the right clothes to make them feel feminine and yes, sexy.
The notion that females only wear feminine clothes to attract men is just plain BS.
Males are not immune to this either.
Males who dress in an ultra masculine manor to do whatever are doing so as it is stimulates their masculine urges and feelings .
Having said that.. not all males are the same and neither are all females.
However, we are all human and males and females both have a lot of the same urges to make then feel more like the sex that they are and enjoy being.
The key point is .... make them feel more like the sex that they enjoy being. :)
So, what is wrong with us enjoying sensuous clothes... no matter if you are M to F or F to M ? :)
I love being feminine and when I dress it is sometimes sensual. but i like being feminine..
Both ,however a calming thing also
It may have started as sexual, moved on to the feel and freedom of the different options. At this point it just seems normal.
My thing is that if I do dress it is in a skirt or dress. I guess if I did it everyday then I would also add jeans to the wardrobe.
Hi it started as a sexual thing with all types of lingerie and now its just the normal way I dress.
It's emotional for me.
When I was younger it was sexual and thrilling. It became sensual as the thrill dissipated and I reveled in feeling feminine and attractive.
Now it is emotional as I feel it allows me to express how I feel about myself.
As B.B.King said, "The thrill is gone", but the happiness and self worth remain.
At first I thought it would be a sexual thing but then I found out it was something better my true self.
For me at first it was all sexual however as my dressing has progressed and I look more femme it's definitely not as sexual I just love looking femme now occasionally I do have those sexual feelings when I dress but I don't get hard and wet every time I put on panties anymore
It’s always been a very sexual thing for me. I’ve never had the desire to go out dressed up, it’s always been confined to the bedroom. Besides...it would be really awkward walking around in what was in my closet! I’ve never owned any lounging around clothes...it’s always been (for lack of a better word) ****ty clothes.
I’ve only dressed with a few people and it’s always ended the same way...intimate. When I’m dressed, I do take on the more feminine role as I enjoy the sensuality of the role reversal. I’m not attracted to men...well I’m not attracted to masculine men. I like others like myself...crossdressers and transgendered but I’ve only ever been with women.
For now...it’s a sexual thing, but that could change as I get older.
Gotta go with Ms. Tse here. Double yes!
I think I've finally come up with my answer to this question... For me, it's a little bit of both, but a lot of neither.
I'll explain.
(sensual) Yes, I like the feel of feminine clothing, The fabrics are smoother, softer, etc. But that's not really why I wear them.
(sexual) Yes, I feel more sexual when dressed, but it isn't the clothes themselves that do it for me. It's how I feel inside.
For me it's something else. It's being just a tiny bit closer to what (or where) I wish I could be. I'll give an analogy to to try to explain.
I'm sure pretty much all of have seen scenes on TV or the movies where a woman is missing her man (who is off to war or something) and she goes into the closet and gets out one of his shirts, smells it and puts it on. She isn't doing it for sexual or sensual reasons.
She's doing this so that inside her heart she can feel just a bit closer to him, and feel the love she has for him just a bit more.
For me it's similar to that. When I'm dressed, I feel just a bit closer to where I wish I could be. I feel the love for something that I can't really have. For a time, I'm a bit happier than my normal existence. It's bittersweet, but it's so much better than nothing - and I won't - no - I CAN'T give it up.
Of course that's just me...
SaraLin
Great question! When I started experimenting with wearing womens clothes it was very sexual. When I decided to get serious about dressing, when I bought my own clothes, breast forms, wigs and makeup, it has not been that sexual for me. It has been very sensual, I guess you would say. I love the way it makes me feel. While I do like to dress sexy I don't dress anyway that I wouldn't feel comfortable being out at a nice restaurant.
Sensual because in every move when dressed, I can feel my breast, soft clothe caress my body and my body feminise my brain.
It totally started out as a sexual fetish type thing for me. I know that I'm not as old as some of these ladies, but the sexual aspect has dwindled some over the years. The fabric definitely is what does it for me. I do want to be more of a girl all the time though and that feeling had only grown stronger with time.
When I was a young teen and first trying on my mother's and sister's clothes and playing with their makeup, it was a huge, sexual thrill. There in front of my mother's dresser mirror, wearing all she had to offer, and putting on her lipstick... OMG, those was amazing, hormone-charged days. Now, like so many here have said, it's just who I am and, yes, quite senual.
Sensual always. Sexual in that I feel very bi curious about what it would be like to be a total woman with a man. Other than that,can be dressed all day without a sexual thrill, but enjoying my femme side.
while we all share the same general passion particular experiences are vastly different.
ditto robyn2006... i can identify with you early experience!
its still primarily sexual for me after nearly 40 years with a huge sensual component that has grown stronger over the years, the two work together to create the consummate experience. i definitely consider myself a heterosexual/fetishistic cross dresser primarily interested in vintage lingerie and foundation garments. when i was younger i could put on a girdle or slip alone and that would satisfy my urge. at this point in life its the whole ball of wax that excites me most, wig, makeup, heels, nails etc. looking in the mirror fully made up and dressed is both an incredible sexual turn on accompanied by an incredible sensual feeling.
every dressing session always ends with intense sexual gratification. when i am finished all my clothing gets hidden away until the next time i get a severe case of the "pink fog".
Dressing started as a definite sexual arousal for me. These days, however, it evokes more of a calming or soothing feeling of inner peace. I'm finally being true to my authentic self, and that is much more rewarding than any physical relief I might get out of it.
As mentioned in another thread, I am still a closet CD and somewhat new at it. It is comforting to know that others have the same feelings I have when dressing and the strong sexual aspect of it will abate over time. Right now I love the sensual feel of hosiery, microfiber panties and wearing skirts that show off my legs. Sexual tension is ridiculously high and look forward to just enjoying the apparel.