Important Stuff Crossdressers and Trans Girls Need to Know About Panties

Wearing panties is the dream of most crossdressers and transgender girls. There’s something about it that makes us all feel more feminine and valid as women. But the benefits don’t stop there. They are more comfortable and feminine than the usual male boxers. But for beginners, and even some crossdressing veterans, using panties regularly seems like a distant dream.

It doesn’t have to stay like that though. There are many advantages that come from using the right type of panties. You just need to figure out which one suits your needs. There’s also a few ways to make them more comfortable for your body type, and to keep them well preserved.

In this article, I’ll talk about said advantages, and give you tips regarding many aspects of wearing panties. The goal is to encourage crossdressers and transgender women to try it out, and discover a whole new world of possibilities!

1. Advantages that come with them

The first obvious advantage is that panties make you feel feminine. I mean, it’s the kind of underwear typically associated with femininity, and it differs a lot from the masculine ones. Wearing them will allow you to enter a whole new world, and feel fulfilled as either a woman or crossdresser. The advantages are many, but which ones are better for you depends on your situation, so I’ll list the more prominent ones

◆ It is a way to affirm one’s gender

With that said, the very first advantage that comes to mind is that underwear affirms gender. For trans people it’s quite important when it comes to self esteem, due to gender stereotypes regarding shapewear. But it also works for crossdressers in general, since it’s a very characteristic type of female clothing. The simple fact that you’re wearing panties will make you feel more feminine.

◆ The have more variety than male underwear

If you’re building an outfit for crossdressing, male boxers and thongs may leave you with limited options. It’s not that they don’t work, you can still look cute and feminine with masculine underwear. But they have little variation, which limits our options when choosing. You can barely match any male underwear with variations of feminine lingerie, and sometimes they end up ruining your look. Panties, on the other hand, come in many different sizes, shapes, and colors. Some have delicate details all over them, allowing you to get creative and try out different combinations. It’s fun to explore if you have a few sets of panties and bras.

◆ They are sexier than boxers

Another thing is that panties have a certain “sex appeal.” Boxers and other kinds of masculine underwear are designed to look neutral and without much contrast. In other words, they are quite boring, while panties look good and are naturally attractive. They may be more appealing even if you’re not fully dressed as a woman. Take note of that if you lano n looking sexier.

◆ They are cheaper

Even with all of these advantages, feminine underwear is still cheaper than the male ones. This is more due to a market thing, as there’s a bigger demand for female underwear. Women change underwear way more often than men, and as such, they are produced at a larger scale to fulfill the demand. Men, on the other hand, tend to keep their favorite boxers for an average of 3 years, and because of that less of it may be produced. It contributes to the higher prices, since the quantity is low, as is the demand. So why not go full-on and buy only panties? You may save a few bucks this way.

2. The recommended types

Now you know what makes panties superior to masculine underwear, but what kind of panty is better suited for you? Well, I’ll talk about a few categories here, and explain which people may benefit from each one.

◆ Boyshorts

Yeah, the name may be a little bit misleading. But I assure you these were designed for women. But better yet, they offer two things pre-op trans girls and average crossdressers may want: Compression and a decent coverage! They are firm, and will help to hide your bulge if you have it. They work the same way as boxers, so you’ll soon get used to them, but they are pretty and have a feminine aesthetic.

◆ Padded panties and gaffs

Those are the better options for occasional crossdressers. They are quite practical for tucking and hiding our bulge, and way more comfortable to wear. Gaffs have a compartment in which you can fit your male genitals, and a padded front part that emulates a feminine one. Padded panties, on the other hand, make tucking more confortable and accommodate your crotch.

◆ Hipster panties and Bikinis

These are more feminine-looking than anything else. Although, they may be challenging to wear for crossdressers and pre-op trans women. They offer little coverage and make it difficult for you to tuck. So, if you plan on getting one of these, practice your tucking and choose a high-waist version. Lace detailing may also be helpful.

3. How to preserve them

Now that you know the advantages of panties, and which kind you should buy, let us discuss how to preserve them. I mean, they might be an investment in some cases, and you don’t want to ruin such a valuable item. At least, valuable for crossdressing purposes, if not for price. I know some of you will buy expensive products that will cost a considerable amount of money, and thus, are worth being preserved. With that in mind, I’ve organized a few tips that may help you take care and preserve your feminine underwear.

◆ Separate them by color while washing:

We’ve seen that they come in many different shapes and colors. And while choosing them, you most likely considered their color, in order to match your other outfits. And you want to keep it that way, since changing its color may render it useless for certain combinations. With that in mind, you must separate your light and dark colored panties into two different laundry loads. Do that to avoid any possible color transfer between them. It will assure you keep them usable as intended when you bought them.

◆ Wash them in cold water

Elasticity is important for crossdressing underwear, since our frames tend to be larger than the average female’s. What happens is that hot water may ruin the elastic material from your panties, by dilating it. It may cause them to shrink in size, or to stop being as elastic. And as a result, they may no longer fit you. That’s why you need to pay attention to the size before you buy. To avoid it, always wash your panties in cold water, so you can preserve its elasticity.

◆  Hand wash delicate panties

Some panties have very delicate lace detailing, or are made of fragile materials (such as satin or silk). These models tend to be more expensive as well. Using a laundry machine, or any conventional aggressive method may ruin them, which will cause you to lose some money. The best alternative is to carefully hand-wash them. I like to do that while I’m taking a shower, to save both time and water. But if it seems too difficult, you can try out lingerie bags, which are meant to allow you to wash delicate underwear in a washing machine. But of course, that’s one more extra expense.

◆ Flip your panties inside out

This tip is meant for those who’ll use a washing machine. That’s because the insides of our panties are in direct contact with our skin. It also accumulates sweat and gets way dirtier than the outside. So, what you want to do is to ensure this area gets as clean as possible. By turning it inside out before putting it on the washing machine, the soap reaches for this area with more efficiency. Your panties’ insides will be cleaner, and less likely to wear out.

◆ Pay attention to the products:

What should you use to clean your panties? You need to use detergent or soap that is meant for fine and delicate fabric. You can even find some made especially for panties in most supermarkets and drugstores. Using other products may stain or damage your underwear, so you need to be careful. And once you buy the proper type, you must still be careful with the quantity. Use too much, and you can end up with residues in your panties.

Panties make your crossdressing experience complete and more enjoyable. You’ll’ look better and feel both more comfortable and feminine. They may be cheaper than your usual underwear, while offering way more benefits. However, they are more varied, with different types of panties serving different purposes. Most crossdressers can benefit from gaffs, boyshorts, and padded panties, while post-op trans girls can’t wait to try a hipster. But make sure you preserve them, as they are intended to be a long-term investment. Wash them as often as possible, but be careful while doing so. That’s what I had to tell you about panties, but what can you tell us? Make sure you share your experience with our readers, and leave your thoughts in the comments below!