I've wondered if some of the acceptance I've encountered dressed isn't due somewhat to having the balls to walk out fully dressed?"Y'know, I bet if *you* wanted to go out dressed like that, you wouldnt have the guts!"
I have seen people whisper and elbow each other on the bus, but nothing really overt. I get far more positive comments (like "you're beautiful", "you look great", etc) than obvious negative reactions. I've noticed too that as I get better at makeup and more comfortable out dressed, the women seem to stare at me less on the street, so I'm guessing I'm passing better.
All the Best,
Ann / SS