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Fall is coming, and I am thinking purchasing new clothes. What would be the recent trend in women's fashion for this fall?

I know that I am basically different from GG with respect to proper fashion. What kind of dress could match well with crossdressers like me (tall, skinny and androgynous looking)?

Barbie~~

Posted on: September 02, 2008, 08:42:05 AM

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The junior's tops are my favorite fall clothes. I purchased them at Wal mart about 3 years ago. I tried to purchase a new one in Seattle this summer, but could not find it as it was too early. Can I purchase tops of this style at a Wal mart when I visit again the USA this fall?

Barbie~~

dunno about USA,

but this season dark purples, blues and greens are in along with the ubiquitous browns and blacks.
print dress are still fashionable but much less garish then they have been over the summer, with more 1940s cinched in waists.
in fact 1940s femme fatale is the general look, macintosh coat's also being a big autumn thing this year, long coats, not jackets.
there's also a lot of female type suits coming in.

though aquascutum got some very interesting brighter clothes in then most of the high street stores

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I see a lot of girls at their 20's wear like the following:

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It's denim miniskirt.

And another interesting photo:

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All people are transexual, participating a 2005 transgender beauty contest in Thailand.

Barbie~~

Hi Barbie,

I'm sure whatever you pick, you will look stunning!

Chrissty

Quote from: barbie on September 06, 2008, 02:16:00 AM

I know that I am basically different from GG with respect to proper fashion. What kind of dress could match well with crossdressers like me (tall, skinny and androgynous looking)?

The junior's tops are my favorite fall clothes. I purchased them at Wal mart about 3 years ago. I tried to purchase a new one in Seattle this summer, but could not find it as it was too early. Can I purchase tops of this style at a Wal mart when I visit again the USA this fall?

Barbie~~

I know we girls always see flaws first when we look in the mirror, but OH MY GOODNESS!!!, you are gorgeous!  "Tall, skinny and androgynous looking" is EXACTLY what most designers--except for lingerie--are looking for in models and as their ideal body when they design their clothes.  Pica Pica was right, the colors are deeper this fall, but I still see pastels in the junior departments.  The tops are longer than three years ago--more tunic length--so if you want to de-emphasize your height you could go with horizontal stripes or maybe a belted waist look to break up the longer line of your torso.  I have to agree with Chrissty, you will look GREAT in whatever you wear. 

Lotsa' love,  Vicki

As a rule, fashion is done one season before, so high summer is the time to shop for fall fashion, by mid October its all going to be winter.

Quote from: vicki f on October 09, 2008, 11:13:10 AM
The tops are longer than three years ago--more tunic length--so if you want to de-emphasize your height you could go with horizontal stripes or maybe a belted waist look to break up the longer line of your torso.

Yes. I already purchased a long top with horizontal stripes through the internet.

It is unusually warm here for October. Yesterday, high Temperature here was 25 degree Celcius (77 F) and was 30.6 degree Celcius (87 F) in another area here, which was the record high in 100 years for October. And, http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jDpqStHKDLf6QKT2DQO_B1ZqDcaA

Fashion for global warming?

Barbie~~

My new long coat ordered online. The price tag was ca. US$35.

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Just in the front of my office.

barbie~~

My official 2014 fall fashion (with the same long coat):

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barbie~~

Well, Barbie, for starters, I don't see you as "tall, skinny and androgynous looking"-- or as a crossdresser, really. You look like you belong in your clothes to me and you look more like a woman than an androgyne. The only fashion thing you do that I might suggest working with a bit might be to vary your skirt lengths some. While my motto is still "dress your personality and not your age", most women who wear skirts do vary the lengths more often than you seem to, and in the fall, longer is probably more common. Your short looks are always cute, but I'd love to see you in a knee length or even something floor length sometime as well.

In spite of the fact that I constantly check and collect images of current celebrity fashions, I don't like to pay so much attention to the the short term trends as much as good overall looks that work year after year. Short term trends are mostly sneaky ways retailers force new sales. I'll keep this thread on my check list, though, and post back when something hits me.

~ Lyric ~

Quote from: Lyric on October 30, 2014, 08:09:53 PM
Well, Barbie, for starters, I don't see you as "tall, skinny and androgynous looking"-- or as a crossdresser, really. You look like you belong in your clothes to me and you look more like a woman than an androgyne. The only fashion thing you do that I might suggest working with a bit might be to vary your skirt lengths some. While my motto is still "dress your personality and not your age", most women who wear skirts do vary the lengths more often than you seem to, and in the fall, longer is probably more common. Your short looks are always cute, but I'd love to see you in a knee length or even something floor length sometime as well.

In spite of the fact that I constantly check and collect images of current celebrity fashions, I don't like to pay so much attention to the the short term trends as much as good overall looks that work year after year. Short term trends are mostly sneaky ways retailers force new sales. I'll keep this thread on my check list, though, and post back when something hits me.

~ Lyric ~

Lyric,

Indeed, my close friends (both women and men) recommend me to wear Chanel-lined skirts or longer ones. Yes. I did try a few times, but I did like it so much. Probably, this fall, I may try more. I have a few long skirts, too.

barbie~~

Typical responses to my wearing fishnet by gender.

Men: You look hot!
Women: Where did you get it?

barbie~~

I have a little bit longer dress.

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I have the same one in black. They are very comfy, and I sometimes wear it as a night gown.

barbie~~

Quote from: barbie on October 31, 2014, 01:23:12 PM
I have a little bit longer dress.

That's a great look for you-- and not the least bit "androgynous".

Black one.

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I should wear some socks outdoors, preventing athlete's foot, too.

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My friends liked it, as it looked a little bit conservative, albeit not so much fashionable.

barbie~~

I ll post here when I can

nice pics barbie

Fishnet is very comfortable to wear, and actually makes my legs warm.
I am going to wear fishnet everyday until it becomes too cold.

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barbie~~

Quote from: barbie on November 07, 2014, 02:06:25 PM
Fishnet is very comfortable to wear, and actually makes my legs warm.
I am going to wear fishnet everyday until it becomes too cold.

You really must have a liberal workplace. They look pretty darned sexy on you to me. I like the wide barrette, too.

Quote from: Lyric on November 08, 2014, 11:58:15 AM
You really must have a liberal workplace. They look pretty darned sexy on you to me. I like the wide barrette, too.

Lyric, thanks!

People from 7 countries do not show any negative reaction to me. I chat with them a lot, changing name cards. There is no woman wearing fishnet except me.

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I am going to a volcanic mountain here in Nagasaki, Japan, for excursion, and am thinking wearing fishnet, although they warn me that it will be cold in the top of mountain. High heels would be fine as we will take the cable car.

barbie~~

Today at my office. The day and night temperature difference is big here, and it is relatively warm now.

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All are old clothes and shoes.

barbie~~

It is raining now, but a little bit warmer. I picked up the ankle boots as the road is wet.

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barbie~~

My hometown is relatively warmer compared with the mainland. It is still autumn here. I ordered 4 new dresses from an internet site here (products are affordable and nice). And just ago I ordered 4 more, as the price is just for ca. USD $20 for each.

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barbie~~

A similar one. It is too short. Without the belt, it easily reveals my underwear. Problematic.

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barbie~~

It is fall again and is getting chilly.
My casuals for fall and winter.

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Enjoy winter!

barbie~~

I'm going to get an Olive color dress that is a big color for this year. Wear it with tights and ankle boots.

Contrary to popular stories skinny jeans and jeggings continue to be seen everywhere. I think the skinny pants have become a staple, not going anywhere. Boyfriend jeans and flares are seen more though.

Layers and contrasts are good.

Red is the best for me in fall and winter.

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Exposing the garter belts is not desirable (I attract too much attention).

barbie~~

Quote from: barbie on November 21, 2015, 07:13:03 PM
Exposing the garter belts is not desirable (I attract too much attention).

Well, I have to admit I don't recall the last time I saw anyone wearing exposed garters in my town, but maybe your town is different. My guess is that since you are well known and considered eccentric in your community you like to wear things that kind of support that assessment to some extent. You don't really seem have a strong desire to blend in. Whatever works for you, though. We always enjoy the pictures.

Quote from: Lyric on November 23, 2015, 11:13:33 AM
Well, I have to admit I don't recall the last time I saw anyone wearing exposed garters in my town, but maybe your town is different. My guess is that since you are well known and considered eccentric in your community you like to wear things that kind of support that assessment to some extent. You don't really seem have a strong desire to blend in. Whatever works for you, though. We always enjoy the pictures.

Yes. It is rare. But at least one girl here exposes garter belts for 365 days.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXhESiZ5lkQ

The TV program introduces her as a girl from Mars.

barbie~~

hte big sweater
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Quote from: topit on November 23, 2015, 07:41:28 PM
hte big sweater
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Red is my favorite color in fall and winter.

barbie~~

I have grown to really enjoy wearing opaque tights with various things - this is an outfit I wore in March. I'm already looking forward to Fall 2016!

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Huge lover of tights here. The season for those here is about Sept-April

Quote from: Alex Forbes on June 09, 2016, 12:14:57 PM
I have grown to really enjoy wearing opaque tights with various things - this is an outfit I wore in March. I'm already looking forward to Fall 2016!

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Yes. I also love wearing tights, but the skin problem in my buttocks has hindered me from wearing them.
But I do sometimes wear them while running outdoors.

Tights are also popular here around the year except summer.

barbie~~

Again the fall is coming. It is still hot at daytime, but I am purchasing some clothes for fall.
Some of the wrapping dresses I recently purchased:

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Apparently the blue is for summer, but I am wearing it as it is still hot.

barbie~~

It becomes a little bit chilly at night, but mosquitoes still bite my legs.

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barbie~~

Quote from: barbie on September 12, 2016, 11:06:11 AM
It becomes a little bit chilly at night, but mosquitoes still bite my legs.

That's why I rarely wear shorts, much less short skirts. Anything that sucks blood loves me. I have to wear repellent all summer.

Quote from: Lyric on September 13, 2016, 08:58:13 AM
That's why I rarely wear shorts, much less short skirts. Anything that sucks blood loves me. I have to wear repellent all summer.

Nevertheless I always wear shorts and skirts. I am wearing silk stockings, which surprisingly help a little bit protect my legs from mosquito attacks.

barbie~~

Leggings tights sweaters and boots

Necklace and bracelet.

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barbie~~