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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What’s the difference in each of those? I’m not being rude, I just don’t know what the different names stand for?

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By *adeiteWoman
over a year ago

Stafford

Cross dresser. Likes dressing up

Transexual usually wishing to get gender surgery (but not always)

Transvestite not wishing to get gender surgery (but not always)

Or this is my understanding of it. Correct me if I'm wrong

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab"

I think TV's take it a bit more seriously than CD's.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So is this right?

TV lives their life full time as a female, but without the op?

CD - just for fun?

TS - had the full op?

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

stockport

I am a tgirl and yes I do take being a woman seriously.Separate gender from sex and that explains a bit more about the differences.

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire


"Cross dresser. Likes dressing up

Transexual usually wishing to get gender surgery (but not always)

Transvestite not wishing to get gender surgery (but not always)

Or this is my understanding of it. Correct me if I'm wrong "

Yes, for me the following;

Crossdressing, wearing the clothing of the opposite sex, male or female. Not necessarily wanting to look like the opposite sex.

Transvestite, tries to look as convincing as possible as the opposite sex, no interest in changing sex.

Transexual, born in the wrong body, doesn't in all cases transition.

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By *he Cheeky GirlsCouple (FF)
over a year ago

Dover Kent

Good grief not this old chestnut again.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab"

Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"So is this right?

TV lives their life full time as a female, but without the op?

CD - just for fun?

TS - had the full op?"

No, tv's are still usually part time.

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By *ultry SuccubusTV/TS
over a year ago

London


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Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever. "

Seriously Clem?

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab

Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever. "

I'd take offence, if I didn't actually enjoy dressing like a 70s barmaid

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By *tace 309TV/TS
over a year ago

durham


"So is this right?

TV lives their life full time as a female, but without the op?

CD - just for fun?

TS - had the full op?"

more or less right

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By *he Cheeky GirlsCouple (FF)
over a year ago

Dover Kent


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab

Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever. "

That's such a judgemental statement, hardly going to display photos on here of clothes we wear during our working day are we.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever. "

Not that simple, I have met some TVs who hardly ever go out, but who look totally convincing as female.

As for clothing it depends on the situation, if I am meeting friends in a pub, my choice of clothes is very different to when I am meeting in private.

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever. "

Lols. I call myself a tgirl as for me it goes a lot deeper than just what clothes I wear. I am though to all intents a transvestite, as I have no intention of taking hormones or having surgery. I don't even care if people call me he or she.

Telling the difference by what clothes people wear though ... if I'm going to work or visiting my mother then I'll wear something "normal". If I'm going out dancing or on a date then I'll be wearing something hot. I don't think it tells anyone anything about how I self identify.

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By *tace 309TV/TS
over a year ago

durham


"

Often you can tell the difference from their clothes and hair. In my experience, TV's and CD's dress up like a saucy 1970's barmaid / prostitute. Whereas genuine transsexuals dress like a normal person from the sex they identify as. They're not in it for the nylon fetish or whatever.

Not that simple, I have met some TVs who hardly ever go out, but who look totally convincing as female.

As for clothing it depends on the situation, if I am meeting friends in a pub, my choice of clothes is very different to when I am meeting in private.

"

I'm not ts. I go out all over both day and night. I dress normally as any female would. I do also dress sexy for nights out. I'm not in this as purely fetish. I want to look the part. I feel the part so you cannot put all tvs into one perspective. We are all different.

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By *aria_aldershotTV/TS
over a year ago

Aldershot

Just for fun for me as a CD, but I still do try, as for the 70s barmaid attire, it seems to be what the guys want for some reason!! , I do try to steer them away from it though and hopefully my photos don't look like I'm on a break from pouring Double Diamonds

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By *he Cheeky GirlsCouple (FF)
over a year ago

Dover Kent

Hardly 70s barmaid, we dress sexy and some dresses cost the earth and our clothes and makeup are top notch, always complimented on our dress sense and style.

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab"

Anyway OP. Even a term like TS can cover quite a spectrum of people, and their definition of it might not tally with yours.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Hardly 70s barmaid, we dress sexy and some dresses cost the earth and our clothes and makeup are top notch, always complimented on our dress sense and style."

Yes but you're not dressing up as women though. Imo. Much for fetish.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

How many TV’s do you personally know I wonder?

There’s a wealth of knowledge on this site if you take the time to look for it.

Miss V

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

"

Yes. Exactly that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you really believe that Clem then I suggest you take a look at some of the many stunning trans profiles that exist on this site.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

Have a look at Rachael xx, then compare her to the TV's, you'll understand then.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Have a look at Rachael xx, then compare her to the TV's, you'll understand then. "

Why would you even post that comment??

Well out of order!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You'd have been bettwr googling the answer. Plenty of resources out there to explain the differences and the nuances within each category

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By *tace 309TV/TS
over a year ago

durham


"There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

Yes. Exactly that. "

rubbish

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
over a year ago

1127 walnut avenue

from the header i thought this was gonna be about who would win in a fight between them all..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Seems like everyone defines things in different ways. But the main this seems, why are TV and TS grouped as the same option on here? Maybe fab should update that..:

Also, I’ve never been interested in TV or CD’s before but there’s someone in this thread that’s driving me wild

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria


"Have a look at Rachael xx, then compare her to the TV's, you'll understand then.

Why would you even post that comment??

Well out of order!"

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own

I don't quite get what's going on here. If a woman gets some sexy gear on for a partner or a date or some profile photos, few would judge that.

What difference does it make if the person isn't genetically female?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You'd have been bettwr googling the answer. Plenty of resources out there to explain the differences and the nuances within each category "

Exactly what I done lol

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria

Anyway back to Ops question, clearly it makes it very clear some guys don't put any effort into looking or reading profiles properly as there are lots on here.

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By *ultry SuccubusTV/TS
over a year ago

London


"There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

Yes. Exactly that. "

I take what Clem said as a joke.

A cruel joke but it's fine.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Grrr noticed my post is full of typos again. I’m distracted

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria


"Grrr noticed my post is full of typos again. I’m distracted "

I got distracted by your socks lol.

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"Anyway back to Ops question, clearly it makes it very clear some guys don't put any effort into looking or reading profiles properly as there are lots on here. "

The options for ticking boxes here when setting up a profile are very limited.

Which is fine, that doesn't bother me but anyone who chooses meets based on a few limited search terms, rather than reading a profile and getting to know someone a bit before deciding to meet, only have themselves to blame imo.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

Yes. Exactly that.

I take what Clem said as a joke.

A cruel joke but it's fine. "

Maybe but to follow it up with his comment about someone else’s profile, not only that but naming them? That’s cruel

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'd always understood Trans(Latin) translates to 'across' and Vesti/vestire(Latin) to 'dress' or 'clothe' so transvestite is cross-dress, as a near translation so the OP has it somewhere close. That's not gender specific so we must have male barmaid/prostitutes and female barman/prostitutes mmmm... just to confuse you more. All this is a bit 'same old' plus I hate labels.

Curious OP why you asked having read your profile?

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By *ressed4fun03TV/TS
over a year ago

Midlands

Dunno what I am but I know I love it x

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By *aige CoolTV/TS
over a year ago

north west

I absolute love what I am if people want to judge me then go ahead .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Dunno what I am but I know I love it x"

And that’s all that matters.

Why do people want to label? One size does not fit all. How boring life would be x

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"There have been endless forum threads on this subject where trans Fabbers have taken time to explain the differences.

As the partner of a TV it makes me literally shake my head in disbelief at some of the misguided misconceptions that still exist on this site.

1970’s barmaid/PROSTITUTE....really???

Yes. Exactly that.

I take what Clem said as a joke.

A cruel joke but it's fine.

Maybe but to follow it up with his comment about someone else’s profile, not only that but naming them? That’s cruel "

How is it cruel? She looks amazing, and completely not 1970's barmaid!!!

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Have a look at Rachael xx, then compare her to the TV's, you'll understand then.

Why would you even post that comment??

Well out of order!"

Oh get a grip ffs

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By *ust ClareTV/TS
over a year ago

Settlewick!

Stepping away from the previous arguments, in my opinion, I would say a TS is someone who was born in the wrong body. They may or may not surgically transition but I don't think they would necessarily have a sexual motive for doing so,and as such would probably not automatically gravitate to this site?

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By *loria JamesTV/TS
over a year ago

Durham

I started to dress to express myself and had nothing to do with sex , that came later.

Although I must admit I do love a bit of Bet Lynch leopard print.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Am I crossdresser and I take it seriously I love the whole thing about dressing in lady's cloths from head to toes.

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By *rShinyKnickersMan
over a year ago

BARRY


"from the header i thought this was gonna be about who would win in a fight between them all.."

I think that's a new game coming out for the Playstation 5...

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"Stepping away from the previous arguments, in my opinion, I would say a TS is someone who was born in the wrong body. They may or may not surgically transition but I don't think they would necessarily have a sexual motive for doing so,and as such would probably not automatically gravitate to this site?"

Isn't that conflating gender identity with sexuality though

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
over a year ago

1127 walnut avenue


"from the header i thought this was gonna be about who would win in a fight between them all..

I think that's a new game coming out for the Playstation 5..."

bonus points for pulling a trannies wig off

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"from the header i thought this was gonna be about who would win in a fight between them all..

I think that's a new game coming out for the Playstation 5...

bonus points for pulling a trannies wig off "

*Fetches the superglue*

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By *ust ClareTV/TS
over a year ago

Settlewick!


"Stepping away from the previous arguments, in my opinion, I would say a TS is someone who was born in the wrong body. They may or may not surgically transition but I don't think they would necessarily have a sexual motive for doing so,and as such would probably not automatically gravitate to this site?

Isn't that conflating gender identity with sexuality though"

No,that's the point I'm trying to make ,maybe it didn't come across as such

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Have a look at Rachael xx, then compare her to the TV's, you'll understand then.

Why would you even post that comment??

Well out of order!

Oh get a grip ffs "

You obviously haven’t got a clue as to what I’m referring to but thank you for that mature response.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So im a full op ts but i class myself as a women you wouldnt notice me in a crowd

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By *tella HeelsTV/TS
over a year ago

west here ford shire


"Is it just me or is there hardly any TS on this site ...?

most claim to be it end up being a CD/TV.

oh and CD is the same for TV right... just a different letters,going from how it is on fab

I think TV's take it a bit more seriously than CD's."

Cd is a man playing at it

Tv is a more feminine person

They may have shaved their legs

It’s a lifestyle choice

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"So im a full op ts but i class myself as a women you wouldnt notice me in a crowd "

beautiful. Not a hint of the aforementioned...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"from the header i thought this was gonna be about who would win in a fight between them all.."

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By *arakiss12TV/TS
over a year ago

Bedford

There may need to be more categories enabling people to define themselves with clarity on sites.

Tv/Ts is ok but a bit confusing.

Or may be ditch all labels, as some people disguise themselve with it.

Males having a female profile for example, a bit devious always, a bone of contention.

I consider myself an androgynous person, gender fluid. AP and GF two more letter titles to confuse you. I prefer a female look and persona, that makes me feel sexy too.

Hopefully my likes on my profile give the correct impression.

Don't judge me coz I'm bootiful.

xxxc

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So much misinformation and outright rudeness in this thread , sad to see.

The real answer is of course that you cannot pigeonhole people into just three categories.

It's a spectrum. In fact many spectrums that overlap. And every girl has different reasons, motivations, start points and end goals and restrictions. And they can change at any time.

As soon as everyone realises that how a genetic female and a generic male should look and act and love are all artificial products of society that don't actually exist , the sooner everyone can get on with it without hate and prejudice.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"So much misinformation and outright rudeness in this thread , sad to see.

The real answer is of course that you cannot pigeonhole people into just three categories.

It's a spectrum. In fact many spectrums that overlap. And every girl has different reasons, motivations, start points and end goals and restrictions. And they can change at any time.

As soon as everyone realises that how a genetic female and a generic male should look and act and love are all artificial products of society that don't actually exist , the sooner everyone can get on with it without hate and prejudice.

"

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By *xLedZepxx2Man
over a year ago

Didcot


"So is this right?

TS - had the full op?"

No, that would be Transgender TG

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Iam a CD, but there isn't that option

I don't do wigs / makeup

I wear women's clothing because it turns me on, I don't want to be a woman or act like one

All male rock hard cock, just in knickers and stockings

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By *xkritTV/TS
over a year ago

High Wycombe (ish)

Agreed -it'd be good if there was the option so we could begin to differentiate... As I'm also another CD!!

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By *inkyChrissy99TV/TS
over a year ago

Bristol

There are plentt on the site op, please look around..... I would guess this was more of a 'lets do this and see what happens' thread so its done fairly well

I am gender fluid, obviously most of my pics are horny/slutty outfits as are most womens profiles... but i pass very well as a female.... Stick me in whatever box you want...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

After being on fab for a while I have found an interest into trans/cd. I am highly attracted to the dress code which really turns me in. I know there’s a lot of question about straight guys and trans. And to be honest I have been sucked by trans/cd and enjoyed it and also have sucked a dick before to experience . I have the urge to touch but can only do this with trans.

Does this mean I’m not straight? I’m really consider and question myself. Some advice will be great.

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By *ust ClareTV/TS
over a year ago

Settlewick!


"After being on fab for a while I have found an interest into trans/cd. I am highly attracted to the dress code which really turns me in. I know there’s a lot of question about straight guys and trans. And to be honest I have been sucked by trans/cd and enjoyed it and also have sucked a dick before to experience . I have the urge to touch but can only do this with trans.

Does this mean I’m not straight? I’m really consider and question myself. Some advice will be great. "

Not too sure that dress code you refer to? Some TVs dress quite outrageously, others are very toned down and dress like normal everyday women

And I'm sorry to break it to you but you're definitely not straight!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I just mean like l heels and stockings, all then trans I have seen are just dressed sexy.

The strange thing is I get mad excited over trans, but have not gone all the way. Mainly just receive. Does this mean I’m bi?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

'Tranny' suits me.

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By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
over a year ago

Stockport

I tend to refer to myself as a trans woman. No hormones, no surgery, no intention. Not even full time female. But definitely not just a casual crossdresser doing it as a kink. I think the real distinction lies within the brain/mind/ego/id/self-identity/soul - call it what you will. For me, being female feels natural, being male feels awkward.

I have worked extensively with trans support organisations in the past, where although there are no hard and fast fixed definitions of terms, there is some level of general concordance that:

TG = trans gender = umbrella term covering all who to a greater or lesser extent have gender variant identity.

TS = trans sexual = those who are somewhere along the medical/legal pathway of gender transition. This may include some or all of hormone treatment, a range of different surgical procedures, legal name change, full time living in the preferred gender, public declaration of identity, legal acknowledgement of gender.

TV = trans vestite = literally a person who wears clothing of the opposite gender. Much the same as CD = cross dresser, although some regard these as slightly different stages of intention and gender identity. There is no common agreement which of these is the "more trans".

As well as these, we also have BiG = bi gendered (sometimes male identifying, sometimes female); GF = gender fluid (not identifying wholely as male or female, but some changing proportion of both); NG = non gendered, stepping outside the whole male/female dichotomy; QG = queer gendered, neither male nor female but "other". And other terms continually coming in and out of fashion.

Hope this lot helps somebody! And if you see me at a club or social and would like to discuss any of this stuff, come over and say hi I'm always happy to talk with anyone who has a genuine interest... Polly xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I just mean like l heels and stockings, all then trans I have seen are just dressed sexy.

The strange thing is I get mad excited over trans, but have not gone all the way. Mainly just receive. Does this mean I’m bi? "

You might want to change your profile to reflect your interest then.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I tend to refer to myself as a trans woman. No hormones, no surgery, no intention. Not even full time female. But definitely not just a casual crossdresser doing it as a kink. I think the real distinction lies within the brain/mind/ego/id/self-identity/soul - call it what you will. For me, being female feels natural, being male feels awkward.

I have worked extensively with trans support organisations in the past, where although there are no hard and fast fixed definitions of terms, there is some level of general concordance that:

TG = trans gender = umbrella term covering all who to a greater or lesser extent have gender variant identity.

TS = trans sexual = those who are somewhere along the medical/legal pathway of gender transition. This may include some or all of hormone treatment, a range of different surgical procedures, legal name change, full time living in the preferred gender, public declaration of identity, legal acknowledgement of gender.

TV = trans vestite = literally a person who wears clothing of the opposite gender. Much the same as CD = cross dresser, although some regard these as slightly different stages of intention and gender identity. There is no common agreement which of these is the "more trans".

As well as these, we also have BiG = bi gendered (sometimes male identifying, sometimes female); GF = gender fluid (not identifying wholely as male or female, but some changing proportion of both); NG = non gendered, stepping outside the whole male/female dichotomy; QG = queer gendered, neither male nor female but "other". And other terms continually coming in and out of fashion.

Hope this lot helps somebody! And if you see me at a club or social and would like to discuss any of this stuff, come over and say hi I'm always happy to talk with anyone who has a genuine interest... Polly xx"

Good summary Polly - I refer to myself as a TV with no desire or need to seek gender transition. For me I'm either fully male in presentation or fully female in presentation and never mix the two. I'm happy with either so lucky in that respect, many are not and pursue the difficult pathway to full transition if they can.

Nice to see the OP is taking active interest in his thread

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By *rincessPussycatTV/TS
over a year ago

a world of her own


"

Nice to see the OP is taking active interest in his thread "

I suspect it was just a frustrated rant triggered by the fact that we don't all fit into convenient compartments.

Perhaps we'll never know though

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By *ultry SuccubusTV/TS
over a year ago

London


"

Nice to see the OP is taking active interest in his thread

I suspect it was just a frustrated rant triggered by the fact that we don't all fit into convenient compartments.

Perhaps we'll never know though "

Nah..it's just a troll to see us quarreling among ourselves. Happened so many times before.

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By *haron_Marie_TVTV/TS
over a year ago

Local

I don't think titles to describe individuals matter, just be happy being who you are x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Any one on Snapchat?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve definitely had my head turned into a different direction that I genuinely never ever expected since I joined fab and don’t mind being open and saying so

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I started of straight when I joined fab, now I discovered more interest in trans.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well I’ve been called a hairy panty wearer, I’ve been told to stop being something I’m not etc all on this site.

I don’t know what I’d define myself as. I don’t want surgery etc (would love a set of tits for the day tho lol)! I just know that it makes me feel liberated, sexy and I enjoy it so much. Not sure labels matter, if your into it either by dressing etc or attracted to people that dress then what do labels matter? x

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By *oodyshere2011Man
over a year ago

Midlands

The Best way to identify any kind of label is to just be a happy person, polite and if something is of interest to you... try it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Agreed -it'd be good if there was the option so we could begin to differentiate... As I'm also another CD!!"

On balance different options would possibly useful, however there is a risk they could be misleading- for example some might assume anybody who describes themself as TS will look like somebody in a Trans porn film.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Would love to hear from any label if my mind is intrigued I genuinely don’t care about anything else !!

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria


"Agreed -it'd be good if there was the option so we could begin to differentiate... As I'm also another CD!!

On balance different options would possibly useful, however there is a risk they could be misleading- for example some might assume anybody who describes themself as TS will look like somebody in a Trans porn film."

The trouble with the present format it covers everything from a docker in a frock to a stunner.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I identify as me or trans/transgender. How others see me is up to them. x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No labels just either intrigued and what to know more or not interested exactly the same as every other profile I come across and decide on

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By *tace 309TV/TS
over a year ago

durham


"Agreed -it'd be good if there was the option so we could begin to differentiate... As I'm also another CD!!

On balance different options would possibly useful, however there is a risk they could be misleading- for example some might assume anybody who describes themself as TS will look like somebody in a Trans porn film."

fantasy and real life two very different scenarios

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By *ainbow_RoadWoman
over a year ago

Brighton

I'm post op TS. I'm a woman, so that's what my profile is under... simple

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

The trouble with the present format it covers everything from a docker in a frock to a stunner. "

Although that would also apply to separate TV, CD and TS categories. There is not necessarily a direct correlation between how good people look in a dress and where they are on the spectrum.

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By *abrielle247Couple (FF)
over a year ago

PDI Gran Canaria


"

The trouble with the present format it covers everything from a docker in a frock to a stunner.

Although that would also apply to separate TV, CD and TS categories. There is not necessarily a direct correlation between how good people look in a dress and where they are on the spectrum."

Agreed some post op transgenders look awful too.

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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago

Near Wells

Even I don't know what I am so I can't expect anybody else to.

In normal life I'm a normal guy in a man's job. Living on my own with no immediate family.

But I love dressing in ladies clothes, I sometimes dress when I'm at home although not often at the moment. I absolutely love dressing for sex and meeting somebody, I drive and go out in large towns and it thrills me.

I do my best with nice clothes, wigs, fake tits and taking ages applying make up. I try to look as much as a lady as possible but I know I'm definitely a man and proud of it??

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By *nlyfun3Woman
over a year ago

NEAR Berkhamsted,Herts

Love the input on this this thread with people says what they feel they are as thats what its all about. Labels can be so limiting and predetermined. Even though im not Trans the way i dress doesnt determine me and neither should it determine anyone. We are all individuals and should embrace and love that about ourselves and others.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

The trouble with the present format it covers everything from a docker in a frock to a stunner.

Although that would also apply to separate TV, CD and TS categories. There is not necessarily a direct correlation between how good people look in a dress and where they are on the spectrum.

Agreed some post op transgenders look awful too."

Which are you?

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By *ara JTV/TS
over a year ago

Bristol East


"

The trouble with the present format it covers everything from a docker in a frock to a stunner.

Although that would also apply to separate TV, CD and TS categories. There is not necessarily a direct correlation between how good people look in a dress and where they are on the spectrum."

Are we seriously judging people's place in the pecking order by their looks?

Some of the ugliest people I have met may well have been the most superficially beautiful.

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By *andGEECouple
over a year ago

Blackpool

well said

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A cross dresser CD isn’t particularly interested in trying to pass as a woman, they just have a fetish for wearing girls clothes, lingerie, heels maybe even some makeup and a wig.

A transvestite TV; makes more of an effort with her look. Usually aiming to “pass” as a woman.

This seems to be fairly important to most TVs

Transsexual TS; might refer to someone who has had breast augmentation, is on hormones, has her own long hair and is living as a woman except for the genetalia. Transsexuals don’t necessarily want to have a vagina or haven’t got to that stage yet.

Transgender TG; refers to someone who has had a medical procedure to have a vagina.

*This obviously doesn’t include FTMs*

This also has a lot to do from everything to do with sexual kink/fetish, right up to gender identity and gender dysmorphia. It can be quite complex. Not to mention societal limitations and cultural limitations and stigma.

The idea that gender identity, like sexuality, is binary, is largely considered to be an outdated idea.

Most educated (by this I don’t mean someone who has a PHD in this field, but someone who has made some effort to think and educate themselves) people are able to have a degree of understanding when it comes to this topic just because it’s the human thing to do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Although I consider myself a CD, this is largely due to my circumstances which don’t allow me to dress often and when I do, I tend to inevitably meet and have sex with a guy.

It’s an extension of my sexual expression and not really something that dictates my life or my identity.

Apologies if I have made an error with the way I interpret this in my previous post. It’s just my understanding from reading up on it and talking to other girls.

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By *ara JTV/TS
over a year ago

Bristol East

Just allow people to be whoever or whatever they are.

Some people embrace their inner sense of self and find true happiness in it.

Other people struggle to find their inner sense of self and can be consumed by unhappiness.

Threads like this can perpetuate stereotypes. Some can perceive that either as validation or invalidation of their own experience.

I say just crack on. So long as it harms no-one else it's no-one else's business but yours.

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

stockport

Well said Sara and you look tremendous.

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