Sometimes it’s the little details that make the biggest difference.

Take hands, for example…

You may have a feminine face, a melodic voice, and a body like Beyoncé – but if your hands send the wrong gender signal, you might be not making the impression you hoped for.

You can’t change the structure of your hands, of course. But the good news is that there are simple ways to downplay their size and make them look more feminine.

Read on for 4 dos and don’ts for feminizing your hands.

DO invest in the right grooming tools

Since we’re constantly using our hands, they’re a natural magnet for attention. That means that neatly groomed hands and nails are a must.

Good grooming doesn’t have to take much time – especially when you use the right tools. Here are a few items you should have in your arsenal:

• Nail brush – This is an essential tool for cleaning under the fingernails.

• Glass nail file – A glass nail file is gentler on the nails, so it’s a better option than an emery board or metal nail file.

• Nail buffer – Use a nail buffer to give your nails a natural shine without having to use polish.

• Hand cream – Hand creams are thicker than body lotions, so they offer extra hydration for hands and nails.

DON’T make these manicure mistakes

Whether you go to a salon or do it yourself, getting a manicure is a great way to polish your feminine look.

That said, there are couple mistakes you’ll want to avoid:

• Avoid nails that are too long or too short. Both of these extremes tend to make the fingers look more stubby. The most flattering nail length is about 1/8″-1/4″ past your fingertips.

• Avoid bright nail polish colors. If your hands aren’t your strong point, avoid bold colors and stick with neutral tones that blend into your hands. (Good options are soft pink, nude, or ivory.) Save the fun colors for your toes.

DON’T forget hairy knuckles

This seems obvious, but it still needs to be stated: If you have hairy knuckles, don’t forget to shave them when presenting yourself as a woman. No need for such a simple detail to run an otherwise impeccable feminine image!

DO use jewelry to your advantage

Rings and bracelets can definitely make your hands look prettier, but there are a couple important rules to follow:

• Avoid delicate jewelry. Dainty rings and bracelets are feminine, but they’re usual a “don’t” for crossdressers and transgender women. Delicate jewelry only makes your hands look bigger in comparison. Instead, look for chunkier jewelry styles that suit the proportions of your hands.

• Keep it low key. Flashy rings and bracelets call attention to an area you probably want to downplay. That means one or two simple pieces is all you need. Instead, keep the focus on your face with a statement necklace or beautiful earrings.

In conclusion

While your hands might not be your favorite feature, they don’t have to distract from a feminine look. Apply these tips and your hands will blend in beautifully.

As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. How do you feel about your hands? Do you have any additional suggestions to add to this list?

Love,
Lucille

P.S. Hands are just one important detail of many. To evaluate your full feminine image, download my free Flawless Feminine Image Checklist below!

Clothes, hair, and makeup are important aspects of your feminine image.

But your MOVEMENTS say more about you than you probably realize.

It doesn’t matter how good you look… If your movements give off a masculine vibe (or worse, are exaggerated and unnatural), you’re probably not making the impression you hoped for.

The first step to mastering your feminine movements? It’s avoiding some common mistakes!

Here are 5 male to female movement mistakes to avoid – and what to do instead:

1. Over-exaggerated hip swinging

There’s nothing more alluring than the sexy sway of a woman’s hips as she walks. But you should never overdo this. In fact, if you are consciously swinging your hips, it’s probably too much.

A better approach is to simply put on a pair of high heels and walk naturally. Heels automatically cause your hips to sway. The key is to relax your body and go with the flow.

2. Stiff body movements

Stiff isn’t sexy. As I mentioned earlier, the secret to fluid, feminine movements is to relax your body.

Tense muscles translate to stiff, masculine body movements. Focus on relaxing your body instead. Do stretching exercises to help release built-up tension.

3. Poor posture

Your posture is the foundation for your movements. Here are two posture mistakes to avoid:

• Slouching: If you’re tall, you might be tempted to slouch to downplay your height. Don’t. Slouching isn’t attractive and it definitely doesn’t make you look more feminine.

• Arching your back: On the other extreme, avoid exaggerating your posture by arching your back and sticking your butt out. While you might think this looks “sexy,” it actually looks silly.

The fix for both of these mistakes is to stand tall with natural, lifted posture. This makes you look confident and feminine.

4. Stocky shoulder movements

Men carry their weight in their upper bodies, while a woman’s center of gravity is in her hips. In men, this often translates into strong upper body movements.

As you can see in the video below, the hallmark of a masculine walk is “stocky” shoulder movements. Compare that to the graceful sway of the women’s hips.

To counteract this tendency:

• Keep your shoulders down and back. If you feel your shoulders coming forward, literally roll them back into place.

• Focus on keeping your shoulders still while relaxing the hips. This will help transfer the movement to your lower body.

• Keep your body weight neutral (or even slightly back) instead of leaning forward. This helps downplay the look of your shoulders.

5. Taking up too much space

There are many differences between male and female body language. One of the biggest differences is that men take up more space with their bodies while women tend to keep the space more closed.

You can see these differences in the video above:

• When men walk, they typically have a space between their arms and body, while a woman’s hands brush her hips.

• Men’s steps are longer and there’s often more space between the feet.

• There’s even a space between the thumb and hand, while women tend to keep their hands in a closed or “cupped” position.

Fascinating, right?

To correct this, rotate your elbows in so your arms stay closer to your body. Keep your feet closer together and take shorter steps when you walk. Finally, keep your thumbs tucked into your hands.

Are you making the right moves?

Now that you know the most common mistakes, here’s another example of feminine movement to study and emulate. Notice the graceful posture, gently swinging hips, and relaxed body movements:

How feminine are YOUR movements? Do you struggle with this or are you one of the lucky girls who are naturally graceful?

Please share in the comments below!

Love,
Lucille

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