Skintight pants will emphasize curves, and pants that are too baggy will do the same. Try finding a pair of jeans that aren’t skintight but that sit comfortably at your waistline. Personally, I think pleated pants are hideous. Avoid pants that are tapered to the ankle. Make sure that jeans do not cling to your ankles because this will make you look very curvy.īefore I took hormones, I used to pull my pants down so that they rested about two to three inches below my belly button (this reduced some of my curves). Something as simple as the cut of your pants can make a huge difference in downplaying or emphasizing your physical attributes. Wear flat-front pants to reduce the appearance of hips and thighs. Pleated pants will emphasize feminine curves and residual body fat on the hips and thighs. Wear it because you looked at it and thought, Yes, this is the man I want to look like!
Boys’ clothes are much cheaper, anyway! Here’s a list for trans men to consider before they go shopping for clothes.ĭon't feel like you have to wear something because it’s “fashionable” or other trans guys are wearing it. For example: I’m a smaller guy and have opted for clothes in the boys’ section before. I’ve learned all kind of tricks in my years.
One of the main problems that trans men face when attempting to “pass” is that men’s clothing does not fit them. The key to successfully dressing like a man is to wear men’s clothing. As a trans guy, I’ve come a long way in my presentation.