Wigs?? :S

[_Jack_]

Hi guys,

This might seem like a really weird question...but I'm still not ready to come out to everyone, I have came out to a couple of managers at work, a couple of my friends and ready to tell my mum. However, no one else knows at work or at university, the people there are rather closed minded and I'm prepared to continue presenting as female until I find out what my options are (moving workplace, etc). But, the fact that I still see myself as female when I'm around people who know drives me friggin crazy, as well as driving my dysphoria mad (I can't seem to ignore it for much longer...it's getting unbearable)...

So...I'm considering getting my hair cut...properly, into a style which is percieved as more masculine...but I don't want it to be seen by the crappy people I seem to be surrounded at, at work and uni...so...what about getting wig?? A convincing one of course, but I dunno - has anyone else thought about this? Or am I just caring too much about other people (which, I can't seem to help...nor am I strong enough to face up to unaccepting, judgemental encounters ).

Jack

[wheat thins are delicious]

Why don't you want certain people to see your hair?  Are you worried about their reactions?  I suggest you get a short andro cut.  If they question it just say you wanted to try something new.  If they bother you about it go to management. 

[supremecatoverlord]

Girls can have short hair too. And it's actually rather trendy. I really don't think many people will assume you're trying to be a guy because of the type of haircut you have unless they are are totally ignorant and obnoxious. Only the people you have told that you are trans already will likely be able to make such a connection.
Honestly, I think it's silly to waste a hundred dollars on a really nice realistic wig than to get an androgynous short hairstyle. I also feel like putting on a wig might contribute to your dysphoria, because it's another thing you're going to have to "hide" from certain people. If the way you are right now makes you unhappy, start purging all of that nonsense. There's no need to be ashamed of yourself, hun. :]