cross-dresser
Wears opposite wardrobe
A cross-dresser is someone who wears clothing typically associated with the opposite sex.
The practice may be for comfort, self-expression, performance, or erotic pleasure.
Cross-dressing doesn't necessarily indicate anything about sexual orientation or gender identity—many cross-dressers are heterosexual and comfortable with their birth gender.
He's been a cross-dresser since his twenties.
Venue for live drama
- roleplayAdopt another's perspective
- impersonationPretending to be another
- stageRaised performance platform
- actDeed or performance
showmanship · entertainment · audience · character · persona · transformation · routine · club
Clothing for portrayal
- makeupProducts for beautifying faces
- wigArtificial head covering
- heelsRaised shoe bottoms
- sequinsSmall reflective fabric ornaments
lipstick · gown · feathers · glitter · cabaret · showgirl · diva · spotlight
Learning one's true character
- authenticityQuality of being genuine
- genderfluidVariable gender identity
- androgynyCombined sex characteristics
- nonbinaryOutside male-female categories
self-acceptance · fluidity · exploration · coming-out · closeted · questioning · affirmation · gender-nonconforming
Garment storage furniture
- lingerieWomen's fine intimate apparel
- stockingsFitted leg coverings
- braChest support garment
- pantiesWomen's undergarment
skirt · blouse · accessories · jewelry · handbag · scarf · nails · perfume
Cultural or social prohibition
- unconventionalDeparting from standard practice
- stigmaMark of dishonor
- acceptanceConsent to receive
- visibilityRange of clear sight
representation · misunderstanding · stereotype · prejudice · empowerment · liberation · subculture · history
theater
Venue for live drama
- roleplayAdopt another's perspective
- impersonationPretending to be another
- stageRaised performance platform
act · showmanship · entertainment · audience · character · persona · transformation · routine · club · venue
costume
Clothing for portrayal
sequins · lipstick · gown · feathers · glitter · cabaret · showgirl · diva · spotlight · entertainer
self-discovery
Learning one's true character
- authenticityQuality of being genuine
- genderfluidVariable gender identity
- androgynyCombined sex characteristics
nonbinary · self-acceptance · fluidity · exploration · coming-out · closeted · questioning · affirmation · gender-nonconforming · expression
wardrobe
Garment storage furniture
panties · skirt · blouse · accessories · jewelry · handbag · scarf · nails · perfume · shapewear
taboo
Cultural or social prohibition
- unconventionalDeparting from standard practice
- stigmaMark of dishonor
- acceptanceConsent to receive
visibility · representation · misunderstanding · stereotype · prejudice · empowerment · liberation · subculture · history · activism