Three Methods: Dressing
the Part , Achieving a Feminine Look, Behaving Like a Girl
There are a variety of reasons why you might want to pretend
to be a girl. Perhaps you are a man portraying a girl in a play or for a drag show,
or maybe you are just playing dress-up at home for fun.
If you are questioning your
gender identity, then you might be interested in experimenting with being a girl
to see how it feels. Whatever your reason for wanting to pretend to be a girl, you
can do things to achieve a feminine look, dress the part, and alter your mannerisms.
Dressing
the Part
Get a wig or style your hair. If you have long hair already, then
you can just style it. If your hair is short, then you may want to get a wig to
enhance your feminine look. When you are choosing a wig, make sure that you purchase one that is high quality if you want your look to be more convincing.
A poor quality wig may not look as good.
If you are dressing up for
a drag show or play, then you can go with an over the top wig, such as something
that is ultra-long, styled like a bee hive, or dyed an unnatural color.
If you just want to see what
it feels like to dress as a girl, then try curling your hair, using a flat iron
for a pin straight look, or braiding your hair.
Long hair will help you to
look feminine and it can also provide some coverage from masculine features such
as a square jaw, but having long hair is not absolutely necessary if you are just
dressing up to see how it feels. If you have short hair, then you can also try styling
it in a feminine way. For example, you can use mousse and curl the longer pieces, or wear an accessory, such
as a headband or barrette.
Put on makeup.
Makeup can help to accentuate your features and give your face a more feminine appearance.
If you have never worn makeup before, then you may need to watch some tutorials
on how to apply it. Try checking Youtube for some basic makeup application tutorials.
If you just want to get a
feel for what it is like to wear makeup or if you want to try to pass as a girl,
then stick with a light layer of foundation, some light eye shadow and mascara,
and a nude or pink lipstick.
If you want something more
dramatic, such as for a drag show, then you can put on a heavy layer of foundation,
black eyeliner, fake lashes, and some bold red lipstick.
Wear women’s clothing. Wearing women’s clothing is an essential
part of looking like a girl. Lots of girls wear unisex clothing, such as pants,
jeans, and t-shirts. However, dresses are your best bet for drag shows because they are flashier. If you just want to get a feel for what it
is like to dress as a girl, then wearing a dress or a skirt with a girl’s top will
give you a better idea.
Choose a style that flatters
you and shows off your best features. For example, you can choose a short skirt
if you want to show off your legs, or a sleeveless top if you want to show off your
arms.
If you are going for an exaggerated
look, such as for a drag show or theater production, then you might want to choose
something flashy, ultra-feminine, or elaborate. For example, you could go with a
sequined dress, a fluffy tulle skirt, or a hot pink evening gown.
If you are interested in dressing
as a girl to pass as a girl, then try to choose clothing that is in style. Wearing
current trends may help make it easier for you to pass as a woman.
Add some accessories. Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, scarves,
and other accessories can help to enhance your feminine look. Choose an accessory
that complements your outfit and that makes you feel pretty.
If you are dressing up with
the intention of trying to pass as a girl or see how it feels, then you could go
with a simple pair of pearl earrings or a dainty gold necklace.
If you are going for a more
dramatic look, such as for a drag show or theater production, then go for some long
dangling earrings, a long glittering costume jewelry necklace, or a lots of bangle
bracelets.
Slip on some women’s shoes. Shoes are an essential part of your
look. Select some women’s shoes that go with your outfit and that you will feel comfortable wearing.
High heels are ultra-feminine, but they can be difficult to walk in. You will probably
need to practice walking in them before you go out in public.
If you are dressing up for
drag or a play, then high heels may provide the most dramatic effect. Just make
sure that you can walk in them without falling!
If you are experimenting with
women’s clothing because you want to see how it feels or possible pass as a woman
in public, then try starting out with some ballet flats, some low heel dress shoes,
or a fashionable pair of sandals. Make sure that your toenails
are painted if you will be baring your toes.
Achieving
a Feminine Look
Shave facial hair, legs, and armpits. Getting rid of excess facial
hair, armpit hair, and leg hair is crucial when dressing as a woman. Having visible
facial hair can be a dead giveaway, so make sure that you give yourself a close shave before you start making the transformation.
If you don’t want to shave
your armpits, then just make sure that you are wearing something that covers them
completely, such as a long sleeve or ¾ length sleeve top.
If you don’t want to shave
your legs, then you can also go with some opaque tights. Wear two pairs for extra
coverage.
Tuck your penis.
Tucking your penis back is an important part of passing as a girl. To tuck you penis,
pull it back towards your buttock and between your legs. Then, put on two pairs
of form-fitting panties to help keep it in place.
Another option is to use a
gaff. You can buy or make a gaff. To make a gaff, cut the elastic
waistband off of a pair of pantyhose and then cut the top off of a sock. Thread
the waistband through the sock so that the sock is centered.
To use a gaff, slip your legs
through the two openings in the elastic and pull it up like a pair of underwear.
As you do so, tuck your penis back. Then, adjust the gaff as needed and put on your
panties. The gaff will help to keep your penis tucked back.
Put on a bra.
Wearing a bra is an essential part of looking like a girl. Choose a bra that fits
around your chest comfortably. Measure your chest around the widest part to see
what size bra you will need. For example, if your chest is 38 inches around, then purchase a bra that is a size
38.
The cup sizes are lettered,
such as A, B, C, D, etc. A is on the smaller end while a D cup is on the larger
end. You can choose any cup size you like, but keep in mind that choosing a large
cup size may make it hard to fit into some clothing. To play it safe, go for a B
or C cup.[6] However, if you are dressing up for a drag show or as part of a play,
then you may want to go for a larger bra size.
You will also need to
stuff the cups. You can stuff the
bra with socks, tissues, balloons filled with a few ounces of water, or special
silicone bra pads.
Wear slimming undergarments. Wearing slimming undergarments or
shape-wear can help you to get a smoother curvier figure. These garments can also
help to taper your waist, which will help to make you look more feminine.
Try wearing a corset or girdle,
a pair of shape-wear shorts, or a pair of pantyhose with a high waist.
Consider wearing hip or butt padding. If you don’t have much
fat on your hips or buttocks, then wearing a padded undergarment or adding padding to your undergarments can
help you to achieve a curvier look.
You can purchase pre-padded
undergarments or just slip some padding into your underwear or pantyhose. For a drag show or play, you may want a more exaggerated
figure. Try using more padding or even a pillow to create the appearance of curvy
hips and big butt.
Behaving
Like a Girl
Practice your walk. While there is no one way to walk like a girl,
you may want to practice walking in a more feminine way. Instead of taking straight,
hard strides, try to walk with a bit of a sway to your hips and lightness in your step. Unless you are going for an over the top walk, such
as for a drag show, try not to place your feet directly in front of each other or
pretend you are walking on a line because this can make your walk look too exaggerated.
If you are just trying to
experiment with what walking like a girl is like, then just aim for some slight
movement in your hips as you take each step.
Sit with your ankles or legs crossed. A masculine way of sitting
is with legs spread wide and arms out to take up more space. Instead, keep your
knees together and your elbows in close to your body. You can cross your ankles
or cross your knees if you feel comfortable doing so. This seated position will
help to give you a more feminine appearance.
You can also fold your hands
on your lap or place them gently on the table in front of you.
Adjust your voice. Women tend to have higher voices than men and
this can give you away as a man dressing up like a woman. If you have a deep
voice, then you may want to practice speaking at a higher octave.
However, keep in mind that
some women have deeper voices, so try not to feel self-conscious if your voice is
a little deeper than some other women’s voices.
If you are dressing as a woman
for a drag show or play, then you can either use your normal voice or go with an
over-the-top girl voice.
Smile and laugh often. Some women tend to smile and laugh more
than men. Smiling and laughing more often can help you to appear more feminine,
so try to smile and laugh a lot. Unless it is part of your drag show or character, you don’t need to wear a big grin constantly or laugh
all of the time. If you are just trying to get a feel for more feminine mannerisms,
then try to smile and laugh a little more than you usually would.
You may also want to practice
your feminine laugh. Listen to how other women laugh and then try to imitate it.
