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RogerV

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Hello,

My name is Roger. I'm doing some research on Transgenders for a small local shop here in Thailand and hope you would be so nice as to share your experiences with me. 
What type of issues do Transgender people generally experience when shopping for clothes? 
Is sizing a big problem because of the different body proportions limits the type of clothes they can wear?

Thanks in advance and have a good day!

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I would say sizes are the biggest issue but also finding clothing that is appropriate.  That is, what every other woman (or guy) wears daily, not just over the top "party" clothes.   The other thing is a comfortable environment to shop in.  

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On 9/20/2018 at 11:18 AM, Jani said:

I would say sizes are the biggest issue but also finding clothing that is appropriate.  That is, what every other woman (or guy) wears daily, not just over the top "party" clothes.   The other thing is a comfortable environment to shop in.  

Yes, I would have to agree. Being comfortable with the shopping. I shop comfortably now but was terrified at first. I even try things on now. It doesn't really bother me anymore. The lady at the fitting rooms just asks how many items and unlocks the door for me like anyone else. Just like its nothing. Finding out what my size is was also a little "trial and error." It took a few time and returns. Once i found my size it was pretty easy to buy clothing though.

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Often times sizeing is a big issue for me as well.  Converting men's sizes to women's  can seem impossible.  Then when that seems bad i run into metric or other European sized i get confused again.

That being said early in transition it was fear of non acceptance that held me back.  At one time i didn't want anyone to know i had gender issues while at the same time i was afraid of being ridiculed for being myself.  How one sets up a store to deal with that is difficult.  Perhaps compassionate acceptance is the best path.

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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