Embracing Difference: Why I Wear What I Wear

The clothes we wear shouldn't define who we are. It doesn't matter whether they're typically associated with men or women—they have no bearing on the type of person we are. By choosing to wear something unexpected, I'm making a statement about embracing individuality and celebrating difference. It’s not a declaration of my sexuality; it’s a declaration of self-acceptance.

Wearing a dress as a man doesn't mean I’m making a statement about my sexual orientation. It simply means I’ve come to terms with a lifetime of unspoken prejudice—prejudice that many people might not even realize they hold. There’s a lot of judgment about what men should or shouldn’t wear, just as there’s been judgment all through my life because I’m different.

My brain is wired differently. I think differently. I see things others don’t see, and I miss things others do. Because of this, I’ve often felt sidelined, even avoided by friends. It’s left me feeling like I’m not good enough, like I’m somehow substandard. But that kind of prejudice causes so much damage to so many people. The truth is, nobody is substandard—everyone is special. Everyone has something that is perfectly, beautifully them, and it should be embraced.

So here’s a reminder: don’t be prejudiced just because you don’t understand. There’s nothing to fear in difference. In fact, it should be celebrated.

I’m not gay—I’m heterosexual. But I love wearing women’s clothes because it’s fun. Honestly, I’ve always thought women get all the best clothes! The variety, the style, the design—there’s so much more thought put into it compared to men’s clothing. So I wear dresses because I enjoy it, plain and simple.

Yes, some people may look at me sideways. But that’s their problem, not mine. The surprising thing is, nobody has ever approached me with a negative word or comment. It seems that once people see someone being true to themselves, it’s hard not to admire it.

So here I am, embracing who I am, and I encourage you to do the same. Be true to yourself, embrace your individuality, and remember: everyone is special, and everyone deserves to be celebrated.