Clothes that fit

[carfreak]

I recently had knee replacement surgery.  As part of recovery, I was prescribed thigh-high TED hose to reduce swelling and prevent blood clots.  After about 3 weeks, they weren't staying up and bunching which caused construction and the leg to swell in other areas.  I purchased ladies leggings that were 80% nylon and 20% spandex.  They do a much better job of keeping the swelling down and are much more comfortable.  I got two pairs so these are what I wear all the time around the house.  When out grocery shopping, I just pull a pair of pants over them.  My oldest daughter has dropped by, unannounced, and hasn't said anything.  While I'm on shopping, I can't believe that women wear these while shopping and leave nothing to the imagination.  Even around the house, I wear a long sweatshirt that goes below my bottom or a pair of track shorts.

I bought a couple pair of leggings about a year ago out of curiosity.  Being in touch with my feminine side  extends into some of my clothing selections as well.  I remember putting them on and it felt right wearing them.  While my wife is not a big fan of seeing me wear them, but I like them.  I’ve worn them out of the house, to the stores and at the mall.  No one has say a word, but I felt a couple of looks.  That hasn’t stopped me for wearing them.  I feel that are more comfortable than wearing a baggy pair of sweatpants.  Honestly, I’m not that big so there’s not much to expose…lol.  I think that women shouldn’t be the only ones to enjoy this comfortable piece of clothing.

I have leggings also that i wear but not out in public. I bought them maybe 2 yrs ago to wear in the winter when cold under my pants. I looked for thermals and could not find any. I looked at leggings and got them for that and have worn them around my apartment summer fall when it was a little cool for shorts or to sleep in

[oldguy]

I recently had knee replacement surgery.  As part of recovery, I was prescribed thigh-high TED hose to reduce swelling and prevent blood clots.  After about 3 weeks, they weren't staying up and bunching which caused construction and the leg to swell in other areas.  I purchased ladies leggings that were 80% nylon and 20% spandex.  They do a much better job of keeping the swelling down and are much more comfortable.  I got two pairs so these are what I wear all the time around the house.  When out grocery shopping, I just pull a pair of pants over them.  My oldest daughter has dropped by, unannounced, and hasn't said anything.  While I'm on shopping, I can't believe that women wear these while shopping and leave nothing to the imagination.  Even around the house, I wear a long sweatshirt that goes below my bottom or a pair of track shorts.

I bought a couple pair of leggings about a year ago out of curiosity.  Being in touch with my feminine side  extends into some of my clothing selections as well.  I remember putting them on and it felt right wearing them.  While my wife is not a big fan of seeing me wear them, but I like them.  I’ve worn them out of the house, to the stores and at the mall.  No one has say a word, but I felt a couple of looks.  That hasn’t stopped me for wearing them.  I feel that are more comfortable than wearing a baggy pair of sweatpants.  Honestly, I’m not that big so there’s not much to expose…lol.  I think that women shouldn’t be the only ones to enjoy this comfortable piece of clothing.

I have leggings also that i wear but not out in public. I bought them maybe 2 yrs ago to wear in the winter when cold under my pants. I looked for thermals and could not find any. I looked at leggings and got them for that and have worn them around my apartment summer fall when it was a little cool for shorts or to sleep in

I spend a month in Alaska, in September, at our lodge.  It's cold and wet, but that is the Coho season.  I am 72, so wear two layers of thermal underwear under my pants and waders.  Thermal underwear is like leggings.  I have been doing this for 10 years.  Most of the guys use the same thermals.  Not an issue wandering around the house, but not in town.  I also wear a sports bra because the top layers are also very form fitting.  And use a thick vest to hide everything.  It works.

[Johndoe1]

I have leggings also that i wear but not out in public. I bought them maybe 2 yrs ago to wear in the winter when cold under my pants. I looked for thermals and could not find any. I looked at leggings and got them for that and have worn them around my apartment summer fall when it was a little cool for shorts or to sleep in

I too have several pair of leggings I wear in the winter around the house or under jeans. If more men discovered leggings, they would stock them in the men's section.

[curiousk]

I have leggings also that i wear but not out in public. I bought them maybe 2 yrs ago to wear in the winter when cold under my pants. I looked for thermals and could not find any. I looked at leggings and got them for that and have worn them around my apartment summer fall when it was a little cool for shorts or to sleep in

I too have several pair of leggings I wear in the winter around the house or under jeans. If more men discovered leggings, they would stock them in the men's section.

I think that leggings aren’t just women anymore and one day guys will wear them out in public without fear.  I think they are super comfortable. 

[HeldUp]

How timely, I recently purchased some leggings myself.

I tried men's leggings first and found them to have terrible waistbands and were made of cheap material (even relatively expensive ones). The ones I tried also seemed to be mostly about compression. I tried women's leggings and found them to breath more, were softer, and much thoroughly more comfortable. I'd never felt their like when on, so I bought two more pairs.

There were almost no differences as it pertains to the cut between them otherwise. In fact a lot men's leggings have unnecessary seams around the crotch which appear to be there only for a "looky here!" than for any fit reason.

[Orb]

I have found the benefits and comfort from them years ago.  I wear around the house with a long shirt or out with gym shorts or when lounging around with a caftan over.  Everyone in the Middle East wears something like them or a pant under the caftan. 
And yes, many "woman's" are more comfortable then men's.

[Brdy64]

I own 2 hoodies, and both of them show the bumps gleaming through when I wear them. 
Sometimes you just need your hoodie because of the weather outside, and I try not too think about it. 
I think I have only had one lady comment about my breasts showing, and she is a friend of mine. 
There comes a time that 100% Containment is not possible. 

[aboywithgirls]

I think that I had mentioned before, on the forum that I had worn mostly clothing from women's clothing stores and the ladies department at department stores for almost 20 years before I fully embarrassed womanhood. It was only in the past few years since transitioning that I added skirts, dresses and heels for my outerwear. 

I did get occasional questions about my wardrobe or why I carried a purse but nothing was ever mean or embarrassing, not even wearing my bra. I was able to wear clothing that fit and flattered my figure while still presenting male with an androgynous style. 
 
When I  did finally come out as Sophie to the world and my work, I was able to wear more feminine styles, colors and patterns and a whole new world of shoes 👠. 

❤️Sophie ❤️

[Dudewithboobs]

I find as my breasts grew the clothes fitting were more annoying. I’d put a shirt on and pull it down and feel my chest pressing against my shirts. Some worse than others and others no issue at all but when I became a mild b cup it felt as though all my shirts were just annoying. I think it gets to a point where one either accepts it is what it is and works around it. Or finds alternatives such as women’s tops or fabrics that fit better than others in men’s wear. 

There’s no denying your breasts in the hoodie. Whether bra or braless it seems apparent they are there. I agree depending on body type and bust size they get to a point of well why bother trying when even if I try they are noticeable. I think your clothes look good and if they fit comfortable then just go about daily business. 

[Brdy64]

Why I have to buy the next size up. Flannel does help but this summer?

I think I am going to make a couple shirts this weekend with "breast pleats" sewn in to accommodate my chest. 
That way I can have good fitting men's shirts for summer that actually fit. 🤔

[Brdy64]

I think that I had mentioned before, on the forum that I had worn mostly clothing from women's clothing stores and the ladies department at department stores for almost 20 years before I fully embarrassed womanhood. It was only in the past few years since transitioning that I added skirts, dresses and heels for my outerwear.

I did get occasional questions about my wardrobe or why I carried a purse but nothing was ever mean or embarrassing, not even wearing my bra. I was able to wear clothing that fit and flattered my figure while still presenting male with an androgynous style.
 
When I  did finally come out as Sophie to the world and my work, I was able to wear more feminine styles, colors and patterns and a whole new world of shoes 👠.

❤️Sophie ❤️

I have not been brave enough to shop across the isle yet, but I do make most of my own pants to fit my measurements. I will however wear some sweatpants in the winter. 

I am quite curvy so men's pants don't fit at all. You can't find anything in men's besides sweatpants for 72" hips. Women's 6x will work, but I can sew myself up a pair easy enough. Maybe when I lose weight I will have more options. 

I also carry a small purse, and when asked about it I tell them I'm in a wheelchair so my pockets are worthless to me. My purse IS rather "Man-ish" looking. 

Today I'm going to make a new top with a pleated chest area for my breasts and a tapered cut to keep it from "riding up" on me like men's shirts do. 

Even when I was thinner men's pants never seemed to fit. If the waist size was right, they wouldn't pull over my hips. If the hips fit, I needed to cinch the heck out of them at the waist. But back then I had a 29" waist too. 

I would sure like to get back to 29" waist again 🤔
I'm a 54" now 😳

Photo of my "man-purse" below.

[Brdy64]

Denim shorts that fit my hips is impossible without crossing the isle. 
I think I'll make a few of my own instead. 
I'm still not brave enough to go try on women's clothes it the mall. 
Maybe someday soon 🤔

[Brdy64]

I finished my denim shorts I was making. They are designed right off my measurements.
The CNA wanted to see them. She laughed and said "You made bootie shorts".

Well, I had to make them fit my hips and my waist. I didn't want to have to cinch them up with a belt or draw string. I cut the waist smaller and added elastic. 
They should be comfortable all day. 

They are what they are. I'm going to wear them today 🙄

[taxmapper]

I think that I had mentioned before, on the forum that I had worn mostly clothing from women's clothing stores and the ladies department at department stores for almost 20 years before I fully embarrassed womanhood. It was only in the past few years since transitioning that I added skirts, dresses and heels for my outerwear.

I did get occasional questions about my wardrobe or why I carried a purse but nothing was ever mean or embarrassing, not even wearing my bra. I was able to wear clothing that fit and flattered my figure while still presenting male with an androgynous style.
 
When I  did finally come out as Sophie to the world and my work, I was able to wear more feminine styles, colors and patterns and a whole new world of shoes 👠.

❤️Sophie ❤️

I have not been brave enough to shop across the isle yet, but I do make most of my own pants to fit my measurements. I will however wear some sweatpants in the winter.

I am quite curvy so men's pants don't fit at all. You can't find anything in men's besides sweatpants for 72" hips. Women's 6x will work, but I can sew myself up a pair easy enough. Maybe when I lose weight I will have more options.

I also carry a small purse, and when asked about it I tell them I'm in a wheelchair so my pockets are worthless to me. My purse IS rather "Man-ish" looking.

Today I'm going to make a new top with a pleated chest area for my breasts and a tapered cut to keep it from "riding up" on me like men's shirts do.

Even when I was thinner men's pants never seemed to fit. If the waist size was right, they wouldn't pull over my hips. If the hips fit, I needed to cinch the heck out of them at the waist. But back then I had a 29" waist too.

I would sure like to get back to 29" waist again 🤔
I'm a 54" now 😳

Photo of my "man-purse" below.

Having worked leather for most of my life, a 'purse" (for me carry all) is not unusual. 

[Brdy64]

Cool, I just keep mine rather masculine looking. I actually have carried one since my 30's. 
I used to keep my calculator and things in it, then cell phone too later on. I told everyone a surveyor needed one, next thing I know we ALL started carrying "purses".