Fashion is a form of self-expression, and there are no longer strict rules about what men should wear. Many men are interested in looking more feminine with their style, appearance, or dress sense for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you enjoy crossdressing and playing with gender norms, or maybe you better identify as a transgender woman and are looking to feminise your look or develop a new style while transitioning? Alternatively, perhaps you’re simply a man looking to achieve a softer, androgynous, or more feminine everyday look?

Whatever your reasons for seeking advice on how to feminise your appearance, this blog is here to provide some ideas and advice on how to dress and look more feminine as a guy. Our team here at Glamour Boutique have several years of experience helping men explore their feminine side through crossdressing and feminine fashion, and we’ve got eight fantastic tips to help you get started with creating a more feminine look as a guy. Alternatively, if you are looking for a more detailed guide on how to start as a crossdresser, then we’d suggest also checking out our blog on crossdressing for beginners.

Our eight top tips on how to look more feminine as a guy

From changing your hairstyle, nails, or footwear through to applying makeup, creating a more feminine body shape with clothing, or playing with accessories – there’s so many ways to look more feminine as a man. Here’s our top eight tips on how to dress and look feminine as a man in 2024…

Building a Feminine Silhouette

The cut and shape of your clothes can significantly impact how feminine you appear. Traditionally masculine clothing tends to be boxy and straight-cut, while feminine clothing often hugs the curves and creates an hourglass figure.

Look for tops and jeans with a more defined waist and a slightly tapered leg.
Consider clothing with ruching, draping, or shirring details that add a touch of femininity.
Shapewear and hip pads that sit underneath your clothes can be a great way to create a more defined hourglass figure under your clothes.

Accessorize with Femininity

The right accessories can add a touch of femininity and personality to any outfit.

Jewelry is a fantastic way to add a feminine touch. Explore earrings, necklaces, and bracelets in delicate styles and colors typically associated with women’s fashion.
Experiment with scarves, hats, and belts to add interesting and color or textures to your look.

Embrace the Power of Makeup

Makeup can be a powerful tool for creating a softer, more feminine look for men. Here are some ideas:

Use foundation and concealer to even out your skin tone.
Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks and a touch of highlighter to your cheekbones and brow bones.
Explore feminine colors of lip gloss or lipstick.
If you’re comfortable with it, contouring your face with makeup can help create a more traditionally feminine shape.

Experiment with Hairstyles

Hair plays a big role in how people perceive gender.

If your hair is long enough, consider growing it out or experimenting with feminine hairstyles like bobs or styles with bangs.
Wigs are a great option if you want to explore longer or more styled hair without the commitment of growing it yourself.
Don’t forget hair accessories! Hair clips, headbands, and flowers can add a touch of femininity and personality to any hairstyle.

Creating Cleavage

Cleavage is a feature often associated with femininity and is something that you will want to consider creating if you want to take the next step in feminizing your appearance to look like a woman. Here are a few ways to create the illusion of cleavage:

Certain clothing styles, like wrap dresses or v-necks, can naturally create a more revealing neckline.
Makeup can be used to create a subtle shadow that suggests cleavage.
The most effective way to achieve a fuller bust is with breast forms or a breast plate. These come in a variety of sizes and styles to suit your needs.

Consider Your Hands

Rough hands can sometimes be read by others as masculine. Here are some ways to make your hands appear softer and more feminine:

Regularly moisturize your hands to keep them soft and supple.
Cuticles can be gently pushed back and trimmed to create a neater appearance.
Paint your nails with feminine shades of polish or consider getting acrylic nails.
Wear feminine jewlery such as rings and bracelets.

Upgrade Your Footwear

Shoes can have a big impact on the overall feel of your outfit, so you’ll want to think about your shoes if you are trying to dress more femininely as a man.

There are many stylish and feminine flats, wedges, and pumps designed specifically for men who want to explore a more womanly look.
If you’re comfortable with heels, explore a variety of heights and styles to find what works for you such as; stilettos, high heeled boots, or platform shoes.

Remember that men often have bigger feet, so if your feet are on the larger size you’ll want to consider specialist shoes such as those offered by Glamour Boutique.

Invest in a Crossdressing Wardrobe

If you’re looking for more information on how to feminize your appearance as a man to the next level, then you’ll want to invest in a proper crossdressing clothing and wardrobe fit for any crossdresser. Building a crossdressing wardrobe that allows you to express your feminine side can be a lot of fun.

Here are some key items to consider:

Breast forms, corsets, and hip pads that can be worn underneath your clothes (to feminise your shape)
High heels, flats, or boots in feminine styles that fit your feet
Shapewear to create a smooth silhouette if you’re going for a more ‘womanly’ figure
Makeup, wigs, and accessories to complete your look.
Dresses, skirts, lingerie, and other traditionally feminine clothing styles.

Glamour Boutique Can Help

Building a crossdressing wardrobe or simply adding feminine clothing to your everyday style can be exciting. If you’re looking for high-quality crossdressing clothing, shapewear, breast forms, makeup, wigs, and accessories designed specifically for men who want to explore their femininity, look no further than Glamour Boutique. We have a wide selection of products to help you achieve the look you desire and we’re a friendly and discreet team with plenty of experience helping men to crossdress and feminize their look.