For those of us Transitioning from Male to Female ; What is your height

[kitchentablepotpourri]

I can't speak for the OP, since I am not them.

My purpose is a combination of curiosity, and to help me in understanding the body shapes and wardrobe issues out there.  I've worked with a number of women on wardrobe and styling, and having a better understanding of sizing, associated measurements, and issues we run across helps me to pick better starting points for the folks I've worked with.

I've also used some of the numbers to help educate trans-friendly shop owners and customer service folks in selecting the right outfits for trans customers; basics like things to avoid, styling decisions to work best with common body shapes, and so on.

Yes, it is possible to look very good in spite of the different body proportions and height many of us have.

Oh, I'm 5'7".   I lost an inch plus, somewhere in the past several years.  If someone finds it, please just donate it to a good cause.

Cis women come in different shapes and sizes, so most trans women can easily find clothes and shoes to fit them: and there is already a lot of advice for Cis women to help them choose clothing styles that best suit their particular body shape, and the same advice applies to trans women.

And some department stores offer personal shoppers as a complimentary service, and they will help pick out clothes to you create your best looks, and advise you on which styles look best on you.

Are you a personal shopper?

[Julia1996]

I'm 5'4.

[KathyLauren]

I am 5'4"; was this height when I started HRT, never got any taller.

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We now return you to your regularly-scheduled poll.

[amberwaves]

5'10" though I'm wondering if I shrank a little.  I'll have to get a new measurement soon.

[Cassi]

I use to be 5' 10" but someone; ogre, fairy, or leprechaun stole 2 1/2 inches

[smart_michelle]

Hi - I'm 5'2'' and a bit!

If I wear heels I have a slightly better outcome when reaching for items on high shelves in supermarkets!

But my height is a great advantage for passing in public though!

Michelle

[Cassi]

Hi - I'm 5'2'' and a bit!

If I wear heels I have a slightly better outcome when reaching for items on high shelves in supermarkets!

But my height is a great advantage for passing in public though!

Michelle

If I was 5' 2" I'd be ducking not passing

[big kim]

I stopped growing at 15, was 6'3" but am now 6' 1 & 1/2". Not sure if its 28 years HRT or age (61 in October)

[Hannah Samira]

I've voted for 5'10" but the reality is I'm somewhere between 5'9" and 6'0", just never properly measured myself. I have people around me who are clearly only about an inch taller than me claiming they're 6'3" and then people about a foot smaller than me claiming to be 5'4" so my whole idea is really skewed!!

As for you girls saying you're about 5'4"?? I am JEALOUS!!

[Michelle_P]

Are you a personal shopper?

Not officially, but I've probably assisted over 30 transitioners with wardrobe selection and fitting.

It turns out that many just starting to come out as women at an older age are a bit shy about the retail environment and shopping, and would rather engage a member of their own community to assist them than a personal buyer in a store.

There are often budget limitations in starting a new wardrobe as well, and many of the shops that are more budget-friendly (consignment and thrift stores, remainder stores, etc) tend to not have much in the way of personal staff.

I've helped older transitioners with a number of things, such as selecting appropriate office apparel, dressing for special events, and age-appropriate wardrobe.  It can be a bit difficult for a 40+ person with their inner 15 year old coming out to shop appropriately and put together a good flexible wardrobe out of a few pieces (rather than the closets full of complete yet inappropriate outfits that don't support mix-and-match that I see too often).

Hmm. 🤔  I suppose you could call me a pro bono personal shopper! 😄

Meanwhile, back to our regularly scheduled thread...  I'm still 5'7"

[jennie.ayana]

5'8"

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[steph2.0]

When they put my height on my drivers license back in the Cretaceous period I was 5'6". I was measured earlier this year at 5'5".

Stephanie

[Jessica_Rose]

I'm 6' 1", no change in height since starting HRT.

[Balerie]

I'm 5'9" with no height changes so far

[GCHR88]

My drivers license says 5'7",  I haven't measured myself in about a decade though.

[TicTac]

I am 5'7 but it seems so are most people here, which I find interesting.

[I Am Jess]

6'2" here but I'm usually standing 6'5" because I'm always in heels (unless I'm wearing tennis shoes).  I only own a couple of pairs of flats and I don't really like them.  I may only be 6'1".  Either that or my kids have all been going through growth spurts!   

[Cassi]

6'2" here but I'm usually standing 6'5" because I'm always in heels (unless I'm wearing tennis shoes).  I only own a couple of pairs of flats and I don't really like them.  I may only be 6'1".  Either that or my kids have all been going through growth spurts!   

And another reason you're my Super Hero, I look up to you!

Shorty (5'7" - somewhere I lost 3" in height)

[Zille]

What is the purpose for all of these questions in regards to physical measurements of trans women; is the OP suggesting that if one is more petite then their transition is more valid than larger framed trans women?  I've seen very petite trans women (as well as intersexed) who are very unpassable, and very tall trans women who could be runway models, and vice versa. So these questions are pointless, unless it is an ego boost for the OP to compare her features to larger framed trans women, and somehow feel superior?

I would say without knowing, but from how I read these myself, that it's actually about acceptance.

I'm personally, 6'1 (185cm) and find it liberating to see all the different answers but especially that I'm not alone and others have possibly the same thoughts. Like our own "tall Amazonian princess" at 6'7, I find it so beautiful and encouraging.

It's not to shame anybody, but to help people with various dysphoria get past themselves.

But maybe the OP can shine more light on the thoughts behind this. 


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[Rumples]

5'10", not lost a speck since HRT.