tips for nonbinary + trans folks <3

subtle appearance changes

I've found that making subtle changes in my appearance and how I dress can greatly improve my mood and make me feel more confident about how I'm presenting myself on any given day. You don't have to go all put to aid dysphoria- (such as binding, tucking, etc.) Small things can work just as well, and might be easier for closeted folks

My gender presentation leans typicly from androgynous all the way to very masculine. On some days, I feel very much "guy," wheras on others I want people to look at me and think "I have no idea what that kids gender is, but they're definitely queer."

So subtle shifts in appearance can help aid the weird shifts in gender presentation! This also can be helpful for genderfluid folks.

• jewelry - jewelry, or an absence of it, can help. For me, layering bright, loud jewelry such as earrings with ducks or mushrooms makes me feel androgynous on some aspect. But wearing silver or black colored jewelry makes me feel subtle and masculine. I love using jewelry to accentuate features or to draw away from them, and it makes me feel really put together.

• hats - I like putting a baseball cap on when either my hair isn't cooperating or I just feel especially masculine that day. It's a simple shift in appearance that almost changes the look of my face, making it look more masculine.

• clothes - often, just trying on a different shirt or pair of pants can help. Try and play around with things until you feel that it works. You can also try layering things, such as flannels, jackets, or hoodies.

That's why I often like to bring a baseball cap or an extra pair of earrings for example, to school, as even small things can make me feel better about my presentation that day.