Times of Bliss, Pt. II

Hello dear readers! I sincerely hope that all of you, as well as your families, are safe and healthy. During such surreal circumstances, it is vital to our well being that we continue engaging in the things we normally do that make us happy. I speak for everyone here when I say that just the simple act of dressing gives us that happiness. So let's talk about clothes, lingerie, and cosplay!

As we continue to isolate ourselves at home, there is no better time to further explore our feminine side through clothing and makeup. Now I personally have taken this time to expand my wardrobe, exploring what looks best on me. I have really been loving cowl neck tops lately, as I think they are very well suited to the male physique while also enhancing a feminine upper body shape. In particular, I like satin and slinky materials, the ones that are soft and have that beautifully elegant sheen to them.

Of course, a beautiful top must be paired with an equally gorgeous skirt, and I adore the skater style. The feminine flair of a skater skirt makes the hips appear bigger, and when paired with the bulge of a cowl neck on the chest, it provides me with just the look I want.

Of course, you must finish the look with makeup! In addition to my usual foundation/eyeliner combination, I have started using a pink colour corrector to help hide the shadow created by facial hair. I have really hit my groove with makeup and clothing style, and it feels great! To be confident in how you appear is the most vital piece in this journey we all share. Whether you have already hit your groove, or for those who are still trying to find it, now is a great time to treat yourself and get the clothes that make you happy and confident.

In Angie's last blog: Walk This Way, the intricacies of feminine movement are detailed in-depth. If you haven't read it yet, be sure to check it out! Clothing is just part of the feminine experience, but how we move and act is just as important. I would like to add that one of the best ways to perfect feminine posture (and physique) is by wearing a corset. Not only do they create an hourglass figure and straighten posture, but the pressure on your waist forces your hips to rotate as you walk. I highly recommend looking into buying one if you haven't already! XD has the Gothic Corset and the Mesh See-Thru Corset, and both are excellent options. I have been wearing a corset daily for several weeks now and have certainly noticed a reduction in my waist size, making my skirts and dresses much more flattering to wear.

Now let's talk lingerie, shall we? I think we all can agree that a bra and panties are essential to the feminine experience, and wearing them provides a feeling like no other. With limited social interaction, there has never been a better time to wear a bra as a male. Being free of the anxiety that someone in public has noticed your bra is something I definitely cherish right now. Particularly a satin and lace bra that happens to be my favorite. The richness of color satin provides is beautiful, especially paired with lace. Second, comes velvet and mesh bras that are just as sexy, and I highly recommend all of these to you if they aren't in your wardrobe already! My favorite panty styles are high waisted and thongs, because the feeling of wearing them surpasses all other styles. Luckily, XD offers a huge selection of both bras and panties that fit perfectly!

Now let's turn it up one more notch. Everyone loves cosplay, and there are so many different looks such as; French Maid, Schoolgirl, and Cheerleader to name a few. My particular favourite styles are both Gothic and Pin-Up. Starting with Gothic; when I cosplay I like to wear a mesh bra and panties, combined with fishnet stockings and a garter belt, covered with a short black vinyl skirt and paired with thigh-high boots.

When I do Pin-Up cosplay, I choose a longline retro-style bra and high waisted silk panties, combined with either nude or black back-seamed stockings and a satin garter belt, and of course, finished off with a pair of patent pumps. Wearing such things provides me with complete bliss, and I get to experience this feeling much more often now that I am always home!

So that's enough from me, its time for a conversation with you all! What are your favourite clothing styles? What about lingerie? Do you cosplay? Let's hear from you!

-Nathan