Comic books in the ’40s thru the ’60s would now and then see the hero disguised as a woman to catch the villain, or the villain disguised as a woman to beat the hero. Brittany Rose covered the comics crossdressing scene back in the 1990s. In this post we reach back into the TGF Archives to rerun her review of a few instances between 1943 and ’46 that saw Batman, Rovin, Catwoman, and The Joker in drag. Click on the comic to see a larger view.
Who hasn’t had the fantasy of getting their glamor on and being an escort for some rich man? He has you on his arm while you and he explore all the nightlife the big city has in store. And after the dinner, dancing, and drinks at a romantic hideaway it’s back to his hotel for intimate fun. Wake up! That’s the fantasy world of sex work. The reality is it’s a business. Crystal Tyler fills you in on The Realities of Sex Work.
Lorraine Anderson, proprietor of The Occasional Woman custom clothes service hate spring. But she love spring fashion. Today she reveals the “it” color for the season and shares her thoughts on spring fashion trends.
In the 1990s Elizabeth Parker was TGForum’s book reviewer. Books that featured crossdressing, body swapping, etc. were her beat. Reaching back into the TGF archives we’ve brought back one of her columns with reviews of two books aimed at young people, The Boys in The Band, in which two boys pretend to be girls to join an all-female band, and book two, Help! I’m Trapped In My Sister’s Body.
Crystal’s story of a weekend spent as a lady continues. She has a lesson learned regarding breast forms, and she engages in some unladylike activity with some admiring gentlemen. (NSFW)
At Dina’s Diner Dina Amberle takes ingredients from mainstream culture and mixes them in with some crossdressing spice. Today she has one special on the menu that’s based on the evolution of pockets. Next is a work of art inspired by the persecution of drag performers. The return of big hair and the exposure of nipples in fashion shows is sure to satisfy. Try these specials and more today at Dina’s Diner.
Crystal Tyler is a crossdresser from the Chicago area who’s constantly exploring and looking for ways to “up her game.” She is a real-life Miss Fisher/Nancy Drew with a BS in Criminal Justice. When she is not exposing insurance fraud or depriving someone’s ex-spouse of their alimony, she enjoys her female time. We now join Crystal as she prepares for her first full weekend en femme.
Lorraine Anderson, the woman behind The Occasional Woman custom clothing service, writes about the fashion trends for mid-winter fashion fun.
Today Gina helps you find the best way to apply your foundation. She discusses the different methods and the pros and cons of brushes and sponges. Even if you’re pretty comfortable putting on your foundation give Gina’s post a read. You might find a technique or tool that makes your application easier.
Lorraine Anderson has some suggestions if you’re looking for ideas for your new year’s resolutions. The woman behind The Occasional Woman custom clothing service points out there are things we could do better in 2024 that would make us more confident and attractive. What are they? Read on!
In the ‘90s TGForum had a feature called My Secret which consisted of style, beauty and how-to tip sent in by TGF members. Here is a tip from 1999, sent to TGF by Miss Robin Jean. She shares how she learned to walk like a woman.
Parts 1 through 5 have detailed Deborah’s life, from crossdressing in secret in Ireland, the move to London, and the immigration to the USA. All of her experience learning the feminine arts served to educate her in the ways of a lady. Wishing to share what she learned Deborah and her wife Sierra opened Sierra Studios near Tampa, Florida. Today Deborah writes about everything they provide to guys wanting a femme transformation.
When crossdressers first meet others like themselves and start comparing notes they find many have had the same experiences. In spite of their differences they are very much like the others around them. Ihen crossdressers first meet others like themselves and start comparing notes, so to speak, they find that many have had the same experiences. They begin to realize that in spite of their differences they are very much like the others around them. It should come as no surprise that the wives and partners of crossdressers, when they compare notes, should find themselves sharing many of the same experiences also.
Not to be outdone by Oprah, Linda Jensen has created her own magazine titled Linda snd this is Issue #4. It contains several stories of her crossdressed adventures. The magazine is in PDF Format which can be read in your browser using Google Viewer. When you see the cover of Linda magazine look for the “pop out” icon in the upper right corner of the first page. Click to get an enlarged view of the magazine’s pages that is scrollable.
Pam and Luke started dating and soon became a couple. But Pam started to notice things about Luke that made her wonder if he was attracted to the idea of crossdressing. One night after a few drinks she asked if he’d like her to give him a makeover. Luke agreed and with Pam’s help their dates became glamor parties with the two of them dressing up and having fun. Pam told Shelley Anne about her and Luke and Shelley Anne tells this true story with the permission of the couple. Read on to find out how their story ends.
Liberty Storer is married to a crossdresser. She first learned of her husband’s crossdressing after they were married. She willingly helped him live his fantasies until she learned of things he did when she wasn’t around. The couple made the decision to forgo sexual activity while continuing to live together. Liberty started a blog that attracted women in relationships with crossdressers or trans women. In 2022 she had her followers participate in a survey about intimacy with their partners. She shares the results in today’s post.
In Part 4 of Deborah’s story she is living in the United States and has a job that often takes her away from home. It allows her to do business during the day and then dress up in the privacy of her hotel room in the evening. Feeling the urge more to actually leave her room and mingle with the public en femme Deborah plans a special outing several states away from where she lives. She buys a new outfit for the special night and things appear to go well as she dines in a restaurant full of regular folks. But then. . .
Not to be outdone by Oprah, Linda Jensen has created her own magazine titled Linda snd this is Issue #3. It contains several stories of her crossdressed adventures. The magazine is in PDF Format which can be read in your browser using Google Viewer. When you see Linda on the cover of her magazine look for the “pop out” icon in the upper right corner of her first page. Click to get an enlarged view of the magazine’s pages that is scrollable.
Deborah Nicole is a TGForum member who is sharing her life story with you. She starts the tale when she was a young lad in the U.K. and takes you along through the years to her current residence in the USA. Readers of a certain age will find aspects of her story to be familiar and younger folks will gain some understanding of our history.
Lorraine Anderson, the seamstress behind The Occasional Woman custom clothing biz, has tips for surviving and thriving in the summer heat. Stay hydrated! And, avoid the heat of the day by shopping for pretty summer attire in the air conditioned comfort of your local thrift store.
Deborah Nicole is a TGForum member who is sharing her life story with you. She starts the tale when she was a young lad in the U.K. and takes you along through the years to her current residence in the USA. Readers of a certain age will find aspects of her story to be familiar and younger folks will gain some understanding of our history. Today is Part Two.
Return with us now to yesteryear—1997—when Linda Jensen wrote a column about the concept of “passing” for TGForum. For many in the crossdressing community passing as a woman is a big thrill. But as the title of this article asks, are you passing or just not offending anyone? The important thing is to be accepted in the feminine role whether they notice you’re trans or not.
The heat is on! With temperatures going from high to higher what can a lady do to stay cool? Crouching in your home with the AC on is one way to beat the heat, but what if you want or need to go out and about? Lorraine Anderson has some fashion tips to help your survive.
Those in the trans community who have worked to develop their makeup skills often become comfortable with the techniques they first used to create their “look”. Beard cover is one example. Many years ago crossdressing influencers (social media is not the only way influencers exert their influence) advocated for the lipstick method of covering beard shadow. Our founder JoAnn Roberts even put the process in her book on makeup. (Art & Illusion.) Professional makeup artist Gina-Jet Ortiz joins TGF today to explain just why using lipstick to disguise beard shadow is not a good idea.
Not to be outdone by Oprah, Linda Jensen has created her own magazine titled Linda. It contains several stories of her crossdressed adventures. The magazine is in PDF Format which can be read in your browser using Google Viewer. When you see Linda on the cover of her magazine look for the “pop out” icon in the upper right corner of her first page. Click to get an enlarged view of the magazine’s pages that is scrollable.
Liberty Storer wonders why it is that women can wear anything and it’s fashion. A tuxedo? How sexy. Baggy jeans and work boots? Isn’t she cute? But put a man in a dress and that’s a crime. Back in the old days and even now in red states.
