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Much has been written about crossdressing and the resources on the Web are extensive. You’ve probably got lots of questions of your own, but if you’re looking to us as part of your support system it’s helpful to know how we feel about things, isn’t it? So – here’s what we usually get asked.
You may find that some of these answers don’t fit with what you know about yourself. That’s okay; this is not a cookbook. Remember, this is your own life and your own pathway. Keep exploring, studying and questioning to make it truly your own. You wouldn’t want anyone to judge you – make sure you return the favour.
There are a vast number of reasons, although of course everyone will have their own individual ones. Here are a very few we’ve heard of; some may strike a chord with you or someone you know: Some crossdressers are fetishists who are sexually stimulated by certain clothing or objects. Some people attribute their crossdressing to … Read more
This depends very much on your situation and personal beliefs. Even though crossdressing is not illegal in Canada, it may cut straight across the sexual values of your family and friends. On the other hand, it’s perhaps one of the least harmful or exploitative of all sexual unconventionalities. Serious crossdressing can cost lots of time, … Read more
The short answer: we don’t know. The long answer: it depends on what crossdressing is for you. If it’s a fetish (you’re hooked on the clothes, the thrill of doing something illicit, the purely sexual charge etc.) then like any other fetish, we don’t know. You probably have a good idea about what turns you … Read more
Trick question! Yes and no. The current social taboos against crossdressing can cause intense feelings of guilt and can harm or even destroy personal and family relationships. Cross-dressing can also become an obsession, and like any other obsession can grow to leave no energy or room for anyone else. A crossdresser’s partner may come to … Read more
Not in Canada per se. However, there are the usual laws against disguising yourself or impersonating other individuals for criminal purposes, regardless of whether they’re the same sex as you. Be aware, though that if you live elsewhere, your mileage may vary. Cross-dressing is still a social taboo, especially for men. However, there are many … Read more
No. Regardless of popular assumptions, there is absolutely no established connection between homosexuality and crossdressing. While some crossdressers are gay, the majority like dressing as women for very different reasons than wanting to “catch a man”. To be fair, in some homosexual relationships the roles are divided along stereotypical gender boundaries and clothing choices may … Read more
The short answer: times change 🙂 In fact, there are many reasons. We have the expertise and resources to help crossdressers regardless of why, where or how often they dress. It is appropriate to share that with anyone who needs it. Crossdressing is not limited to gays, straights, males, females, transsexuals, geography or any other … Read more
Harrrummph! Edward Hyde, Lord Cornbury (1661-1723) probably didn’t think it was weird! Although a great many of his contemporaries certainly thought he was! Born in England, he was appointed by Queen Anne as Governor of New York and New Jersey in 1701 for the British. The father of many children, Cornbury often dressed as a woman, once … Read more