If I lost even a solid inch in height though... I would be happy.

I have doubts about my ability to 'pass'.  Here is me, on hormones for a month.

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h247/Zoe_the_Obscure/ME_zpse8e3de65.jpg

What do guys think?  Is there any hope of me not being recognised as a male all the time?

Quote from: Zoe the Obscure on August 27, 2014, 10:25:56 PM
What do guys think?  Is there any hope of me not being recognised as a male all the time?

Yes there is always hope, you have to give the mones time to work, Ive heard it can take five years for some people to see good results,
and with plastic surgery getting cheaper these days because of competition, never give up sweety. Id rather not pass and be happy then not do it and be miserable. Im not at all saying you need plastic surgery by the way just give time for the hormones to work. I plan on presenting male until my body is a lot better looking. So I don't know how long it will be some see really good results within the first year some it takes years. You should go to youtube and see others that thought they had no hope of passing.

Quote from: Cristyjade30 on August 28, 2014, 07:05:27 AM
Yes there is always hope, you have to give the mones time to work, Ive heard it can take five years for some people to see good results,
and with plastic surgery getting cheaper these days because of competition, never give up sweety. Id rather not pass and be happy then not do it and be miserable. Im not at all saying you need plastic surgery by the way just give time for the hormones to work. I plan on presenting male until my body is a lot better looking. So I don't know how long it will be some see really good results within the first year some it takes years. You should go to youtube and see others that thought they had no hope of passing.

Yeah i present as male at the moment also, but i don't want to wait too long.  Six months is the longest i a prepared to wait before i go FT, so i guess i will have to learn to live with my lot. 

I just came out to myself, and I want to know: could I?

http://i.imgur.com/e1iy4qR.jpg

justkaty, it doesn't seem to be an active link.

(modified--must just be me, because others can see it)

Quote from: justkaty on August 28, 2014, 11:08:18 PM
I just came out to myself, and I want to know: could I?

http://i.imgur.com/e1iy4qR.jpg

yes

Quote from: justkaty on August 28, 2014, 11:08:18 PM
I just came out to myself, and I want to know: could I?

http://i.imgur.com/e1iy4qR.jpg

I think very much so. Longer hair will do wonders. You already have a great facial structure to start off with

Ali

Good point, Kameron.

Quote from: Zoe the Obscure on August 28, 2014, 11:51:17 AM
Yeah i present as male at the moment also, but i don't want to wait too long.  Six months is the longest i a prepared to wait before i go FT, so i guess i will have to learn to live with my lot.

That's very admirable, you have plenty of courage and I'm sure you will be beautiful.
Keep us posted sweety.

I've posted more 'femme' pictures here before but now that I'm well underway with transition (4,5 months) I notice I feel more drawn to/comfy with a shorter hairstyle
Starting to feel like I am becoming a 'dime a dozen' woman just so I am more passable,...its just eating me up inside somehow; I'm overcompensating and my social anxiety isnt exactly improving either
Now that my body is visually changing (yay \o/) I'm revisiting my identity: "What kind of woman am I...what do I want to express? Am I even binary or genderqueer?". Its like I am thrown back 10 years back in time in a way

So here's the picture from 2 weeks ago, there's no wig, no makeup, just me plain me and my own hair which I am growing out. I dont go out like this btw



I think Ill want a fitting pixie cut or anything upto chin length with some light everyday makeup (more if having a night out).  Realizing it would make passing more of an effort in the end than the usual long hair approach I wonder if you have an advice, experiences with it? I am not exactly sold on FFS but perhaps its needed in the end

In short: Happier and more active since HRT, but struggling with style/identity

Quote from: YinYanga on September 01, 2014, 05:46:33 PM
I've posted more 'femme' pictures here before but now that I'm well underway with transition (4,5 months) I notice I feel more drawn to/comfy with a shorter hairstyle
Starting to feel like I am becoming a 'dime a dozen' woman just so I am more passable,...its just eating me up inside somehow; I'm overcompensating and my social anxiety isnt exactly improving either
Now that my body is visually changing (yay \o/) I'm revisiting my identity: "What kind of woman am I...what do I want to express? Am I even binary or genderqueer?". Its like I am thrown back 10 years back in time in a way

So here's the picture from 2 weeks ago, there's no wig, no makeup, just me plain me and my own hair which I am growing out. I dont go out like this btw



I think Ill want a fitting pixie cut or anything upto chin length with some light everyday makeup (more if having a night out).  Realizing it would make passing more of an effort in the end than the usual long hair approach I wonder if you have an advice, experiences with it? I am not exactly sold on FFS but perhaps its needed in the end

In short: Happier and more active since HRT, but struggling with style/identity

You're beautiful as I have always said, so we'll not go there and talk hair style. Personally I think a pixie cut would really fly well on you. It's always been my observation that trans women tend to want long hair styles as a badge of their femininity which works well enough on younger women but it seems that a trend for cis women is to begin shortening their hair as they get into their 30's and 40's and other than a few exceptions they leave the longer locks to the younger gals. You're probably not anywhere near that age yet, I don't know, but for my money the real secret of smart MtF women who want to pass well is to emulate cis trends. You have the right shaped face and head for a cute pixie cut.

Quote from: YinYanga on September 01, 2014, 05:46:33 PM
I've posted more 'femme' pictures here before but now that I'm well underway with transition (4,5 months) I notice I feel more drawn to/comfy with a shorter hairstyle
Starting to feel like I am becoming a 'dime a dozen' woman just so I am more passable,...its just eating me up inside somehow; I'm overcompensating and my social anxiety isnt exactly improving either
Now that my body is visually changing (yay \o/) I'm revisiting my identity: "What kind of woman am I...what do I want to express? Am I even binary or genderqueer?". Its like I am thrown back 10 years back in time in a way

So here's the picture from 2 weeks ago, there's no wig, no makeup, just me plain me and my own hair which I am growing out. I dont go out like this btw



I think Ill want a fitting pixie cut or anything upto chin length with some light everyday makeup (more if having a night out).  Realizing it would make passing more of an effort in the end than the usual long hair approach I wonder if you have an advice, experiences with it? I am not exactly sold on FFS but perhaps its needed in the end

In short: Happier and more active since HRT, but struggling with style/identity

I would have guessed this was post-FFS! You have a perfectly androgynous face. And honestly, you would pass bald girl. Go for short hair if it makes you happy.

20 years old, 6'1" ~160lbs Pre-HRT w/makeup & wig

http://imgur.com/a/iOTGq

Quote from: Shantel on September 01, 2014, 06:20:38 PM
You're beautiful as I have always said, so we'll not go there and talk hair style. Personally I think a pixie cut would really fly well on you. It's always been my observation that trans women tend to want long hair styles as a badge of their femininity which works well enough on younger women but it seems that a trend for cis women is to begin shortening their hair as they get into their 30's and 40's and other than a few exceptions they leave the longer locks to the younger gals. You're probably not anywhere near that age yet, I don't know, but for my money the real secret of smart MtF women who want to pass well is to emulate cis trends. You have the right shaped face and head for a cute pixie cut.

And you're (almost) always right Shantel! ^^ I'm 30 btw. Iguess it would be smarter to go with a longer coupe, but ugh

Quote from: dahl on September 01, 2014, 06:10:12 PM
You really are a dime in a dozen! Or a thousand, million~ You really look just... you have really grand features! Your progression is absolutely sensational! Everything is great, but I especially like your eyes. They're so bright and kind. Awes.

Rock on!

And about the revisits, I really do think it's great you're at a point where you can take a step back, and really contemplate. You knew the time to start HRT, so this next discovery just takes a bit longer. I know it'll come clear though, you're already making really great, big steps.

Thank you, Ive seen your pics aswell, lovely Yes its good I am contemplating things, I noticed part of me isnt going in the right direction so I am just doing some soul/style searching the coming time. Sadly presenting a little while longer like I am now but it wont be too long till I get more comfy I think

Quote from: Ashlotte on September 01, 2014, 06:22:26 PM
I would have guessed this was post-FFS! You have a perfectly androgynous face. And honestly, you would pass bald girl. Go for short hair if it makes you happy.

Pass bald?? Well that's...a challenge. FFS scares me a little because your face/expression does change. More looking forward to SRS if I am honest

Quote from: EmmaTheGirlAtHeart on September 01, 2014, 06:22:42 PM
20 years old, 6'1" ~160lbs Pre-HRT w/makeup & wig

http://imgur.com/a/iOTGq

Total male fail. I think HRT will work magic on you. The good thing is you already have a wonderful foundation for it to work upon.

Quote from: Aus76 on August 29, 2014, 08:18:19 AM
justkaty, it doesn't seem to be an active link.

(modified--must just be me, because others can see it)

I don't know why you can't see - sorry! Thanks for trying.

Quote from: dahl on August 29, 2014, 08:30:44 AM
First, congrats on a brilliant self-discovery Katy. :3

And, I think you have the makings! There's always a journey for the things we want, but with you it's not going to be a long one.

Right now you do have some masculine features, but your face is overall soft. You have some good things working for you. Long hair changes a lot of things, too. Maybe look around for some wigs to see what compliments you and what doesn't, so you know what you like when it's time to cut your hair.

You do have a nice arch to your brows, and your eyes are very sweet and girly. No jokes.

If you decide to start HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy), I'm sure that will work wonders- not that you need wonders, you already have a good base, for your face.

Congrats again though, that's a huge step you took.

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your words of kindness.

Quote from: stephaniec on August 29, 2014, 09:33:41 AM
yes

Thank you!

Quote from: Allyda on August 30, 2014, 09:11:22 PM
I think very much so. Longer hair will do wonders. You already have a great facial structure to start off with

Ali

Thanks, Ali! I'm obviously not trying that hard with this picture -- I agree that longer hair will make a big difference. That'll be my next step.

I got "sister"ed on YouTube the other day. I quietly beamed. 

Quote from: sororcaeli on September 01, 2014, 09:31:38 PM
I got "sister"ed on YouTube the other day. I quietly beamed. 

I completely get that!