How to Pass as a Woman

How to "Pass" As a Woman

What does it mean to be a woman? Our appearance isn’t always determined by our chromosomes. Some men have typically feminine traits, and some women have masculine features, too. Our gender in made up of a variety of beliefs, characteristics,
and behaviors.

Passing as a woman doesn’t just involve wearing makeup and stockings. There is a complex set of traits to keep in mind as well. For individuals assigned male at birth, blending as a woman can be a challenging, even frightening endeavor. Whether you are transgender or just having fun, this article will help you achieve convincing femininity.

1 Consider the whole package. Take time to decide what type of woman you want to look like. This greatly influences the other steps. How old are you? What is your body type? What kind of style do you want? Envision the woman you will become. You can be classy, provocative, trendy, or even angelic. What you want to look like will change over time, and outfit choices vary from day to day.

Remember to always dress for the occasion and take your daily life into account. If you will be passing as a woman on a regular basis and work in a professional environment, provocative or flashy clothing will not be appropriate. If you’re going out clubbing, wearing more revealing clothes is fine.

If you’re passing as a woman for a party or special event, go all out. Be over the top in your clothing choices. Use your close female friends looks for fashion inspiration. Notice what aspects of their outfits you like.

2 Take a shower. Showering is the first step to looking like a woman. So much is done in the shower, including shaving, washing your hair, and getting generally clean. Females are known for having smooth skin, clean and shiny hair, and a clean body, so take your time. You may also need to spend some money on this step.

Buy quality razors to shave with. Cheap razors can irritate skin, and your body hair will grow back quickly. Invest in shampoo and conditioner that smell nicely. Feminine products are scented differently from male products. Get a loofah and body wash. This will help exfoliate your skin and leave it clean and smooth.

3 Lose the stubble. After you’ve washed your body and shampooed your hair, a close shave is a must for passing as a woman. Use a new razor and take your time. Also, be gentle; you don't want to irritate your skin. Using plenty of shaving cream and razors with three or more blades will keep razor burn to a minimum. If you really want to keep stubble away, you can try waxing, electrolysis, or even permanent laser hair removal, but consult with a professional first.

Shave your entire body, too. If you haven't done this ever or in a while, be prepared to spend a lot of time in the shower. You might go through multiple razor blades, so keep extra on hand. For more sensitive areas like your belly or armpits, avoid using too many strokes. Instead, use a few long, even strokes against the grain of the hair.

Use moisturizer after shaving. This will give your skin a soft, feminine feel while soothing freshly shaven skin. Choose a scent you like, too.

4 Pluck your eyebrows. Women generally have thinner eyebrows than men. Remove stray hairs by plucking them firmly from their roots. For highly stylized brows, you may want to seek a professional, but plucking eyebrows can easily be done at home.

The start of your brows should be about one inch above the inner corner of your eye. Remove the strays in between.

How to be Feminine

How to Be Feminine

Do you want to enhance your feminine side? If you really want to embrace your inner lady, then you have to adopt the mindset of a more traditional woman and cultivate grace, politeness and capability. If you want to project a feminine image, just follow these steps.

1 Wear the correct clothes for your body shape and size ones that are pretty and modest. Start wearing skirts instead of pants or jeans — nothing works better at defining you as a girl who cherishes her femininity. A skirt looks cute paired with a blouse, belt and flats. Don't wear skirts too short. The right length is just above the knee so you look demure and nice. Don't fall for the 'girly' trap of wearing pink or baby blue, if you look great in black or navy blue or perhaps maroon. Nothing really beats a classic pencil skirt, while a pleated skirt can be both cute and comfortable. If you've been wearing jeans for years, wearing a skirt will be a revelation; it will make you feel classy and feminine, especially when you're out with friends who are all wearing jeans or if you're the only girl at work wearing a skirt.

Dresses (fit & flare dresses with a belt) are sweet too. Always wear hosiery rather than bare legs. Go for the classic sheer look and avoid patterns. Tan or nearly black are also great colors to choose. Your skirt will help you enjoy the feeling of having your legs on display, so never wear opaque.

Wear flat shoes if you don't like heels. The key is to choose something simple and classy
Avoid the "just rolled out of bed" look. Don't wear anything that hides your shape. Whatever you wear, people should be able to tell you've put some time and effort into putting your look together.

2 Wear a little makeup. This step is not necessary, but it will help make you look a little more feminine. Red and pink lipstick and neutral eyeshadows will help to create a feminine look. But remember, you do not need makeup. Wear it only if you want to. If you're not comfortable with makeup, then so be it. If you're really opposed to makeup, make sure your lips are moist by wearing lip balm whenever you can.

3 Accessorize. In addition to your clothes and makeup, you should spend some time finding the perfect accessories to go with your wardrobe. You don't need a box full of accessories just a few key items can help tie your look together and can make you look more feminine. Here are some items to consider as you work on your more feminine look:

• A pretty silk scarf
• Pearl earrings or other studs
• A cute headband
• A ribbon hair barrette
• Some thin silver bracelets
• Rings that are cute, but not too chunky or flashy

4 Love every inch of your body. Your body is what makes you female, so how can you be feminine if you don't embrace your female form? A woman's body naturally has a higher body fat percentage than that of a man, so don't dismiss your curves. On the other hand, part of loving your body is taking care of it, so maintain a healthy diet, get enough sleep and exercise to stay in shape. Fortunately, you don't have to look like a model to look feminine. Loving every inch of your body doesn't mean flaunting your body or showing it off every chance you get.