Short and FTM Guy Clothing Tips (that may or may not be useful)

Filmed July 3rd, 2019
In my almost-4 months post top surgery, I've been experimenting with clothes and fashion, figuring what actually fits my body and looks good on me rather than what hides my body the best. So here are a few simple tips for short and/or FTM guys, since I am both.
I welcome you to leave tips of your own, either to me or to short and/or FTM guys at large as I'm still learning and wish to continue to do so!
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[@ginasthrun7039]

Bruhhhh you know how long I’ve looked for another ftm who’s around 5’2 for YEARS I even thought of making my own KZbin videos cuz so many ppl ask me too ughhhh aaaaaaa I’m so glad bub. Thank you

[@a.hopeful.rosebud837]

I’m semi in closet bc my parents won’t let me transition (age 17) and I’m 5’3 so I struggle with it too

[@lemon3352]

Same here!

[@chuchu9966]

same here I'm 5"1

[@thejabberwocky5884]

5’2” TRANSMEN UNITE!

[@cameron1371]

As a 152 cm trans guy, I appreciate this so much, thankyou!. Those tips for "short guys who are actually 5'9" are always frustrating

[@sydneywarburton4967]

Im a 5”1 trans guy and I relate to this video so much

[@mahogatstfm8160]

As an also adopted Asian ftm just starting T (not even a month on yet 😂) this channel is gold ahh especially since any racial representation really beside caucasian doesn't seem to show on social media so THANK YOU FOR EXISTING AND FOR DOING THESE HAHA

[@NotPMHarper]

This makes me so excited! I'm glad my weird videos are helping you, haha

[@tylerl4768]

Im an adopted Chinese dude here but my parents won’t let me present like a male

[@timothygoh7395]

I am 5'2" cis guy here ...

[@FamousNothing]

"Clothing is hard! 😖" Super relatable!

[@Quinnie789]

It's cool that we're all short I've never met a trans dude over 5'4 so we're chilling

[@deadname2444]

0:33 I wheezed lmao. But god its nice to see another ACTUALLY short transguy, I barely am 5' 1 and clothes shopping sucks cause its all either too small cause I'm stalky and broad backed or too big and makes you look all stubby. I found that wranglers usually fit if you're a bit thicker, all you have to do is hem the bottom. I love shorts for the same reason you do lol, they don't tend to squeeze anything and if you wear the right size, they'll make you look taller. And who knew there were so many ways to tuck in a shirt

[@NotPMHarper]

Gawd, I have the same issue. Short, stocky problems. And thanks for the recommendation! I'll definitely check that out.

[@tylerl4768]

Im 4’ 11” pre everything and I’m not thin so I don’t fit into kids section plus I’m built athletically so my legs don’t fit into jeans correctly

[@nathanr5737]

All other ftm channel I’ve seen are white like 5’5 or taller guys and there channels are great no hate, but sometimes it’s it a lot easier too see someone you can relate to

[@averycapella2807]

For short guys who don't want to shop kids, I'd recommend American Eagle, Hollister, or Aeropostale. Basically most brands aimed towards teen (preppy) guys. Their inseams go down to 28" on most pants (my length as a 5'1" guy) and it's a real lifesaver for me. Also look at Asian/Hispanic brands cause the guys from these countries tend to be shorter than those in US/Europe

[@gurobuyo9221]

fools I am 4'10"

[@atlas3611]

I'm 146 cm(4'9" for you)

[@user-pm3gn1yg6m]

Same 😅😂

[@subduednevada8280]

Yesss!! Finally!! I’m 153cm and ftm too! This vid was made for me lmao Thank you so much! 🙏

[@noahb8730]

"don't button up the last button." YES. I used to do this when I was female presenting and I definitely radiated lesbian vibes. I tried to do it after coming out and actively trying to pass and it Did. Not. Help. Immediate lesbian.

[@Iquey]

I have always hated having the last button buttoned. Unless you are wearing a dress shirt and a tie where you need the collar totally closed,no need don't like. My neck is very easily bothered.

[@jlbeeen]

I'm non-binary and just starting social transition, and honestly, even before I knew that, the only button up shirt that fit me, was a boys size 14 from Walmart that I found secondhand. The sleeves are a bit too short, but if I roll them up to be a short sleeved shirt, it fits perfectly everywhere else. I have shoulders too broad to wear most women's clothes without that balloon look, so boys it is. Thrift stores are also great for stuff, because if you still fit kids clothes, it's super cheap as a lot of cis boys will grow out of their teenager clothes, leaving you with better options. And for reference, basically take the last digit from a boy's size (10, 12, 14, 16), and that will the the approximate women's size. Like in women's clothes, I fit size 6, but in boys clothes, I fit 16 (or XL). It's not always accurate, but for those who know they are smaller than a women's 8, it helps.

[@advu_]

short representation!! i'm 5'0, idk centimeters. i've been done growing for like 4 years. thank you so much man

[@kuyaroonline]

I relate on a spiritual level. Im 5'2-5'3

[@surstrawberry5426]

Same

[@oliver_I_hardly_know_her]

Bruh I have dysphoria about my height (5’4. 5’5 with shoes) this is helpful

[@alexexnder5950]

Ey same!

[@OrangedPeeled]

I’m 5’4 and it’s a struggle .. I only buy pants from one store in the men’s section and I go to other places and buy women’s jeans because nothing fits me ever :(

[@skb282]

Boys jeans might

[@Citi.zen.sofearth]

5'1 newbie here. Height, penis envy and hip size kept me from acknowledging my dysphoria/making the leap out of fear from never passing.

[@nathanr5737]

I’m 5’1 already one of the shortest girls on my year... and now I think I’m trans 😃😬😅

[@ShinichiTheRock]

This is the video I need in my life! Thanks for your tips :)

[@rorygiambalvo2955]

Michael's shirts represent! They're not the highest quality, but they work!

[@dcorpus3]

i literally just came out as trans yesterday. im also 5’3 lol. this is really helpful and makes me feel a lot better.

[@nola4364]

Shoutout to you because other transmasc videos are like “buy this certain cut of pants” but that doesn’t do anything for me if none of the pants come in a small enough waist size. Fit is one thing, but mens’ pants typically won’t even stay up on me. I’ll probably be sticking to the kid’s section

[@LauraFernandez-qx2ho]

YALL WILL THANK ME FOR THIS. Look for "baggy jeans" in the women section of ZARA and find the ones that are cropped (i believe theyre the paperbag baggy jeans) if you have thicker thighs and want that slick tapered fit at the ankle but without the pants hugging your every curve you'll love them, they have 7 colours. I'm 5'2 and they're amazing on me.

[@odinsutherin2880]

I’m 4’9.....yep...

[@user-fc2cg3jp6e]

The first tip only works if you’re skinny. If you’re muscular or overweight it won’t work. I’m not jacked, but I have just enough muscle that I could rip a boys size large if I moved around too much.

[@NotPMHarper]

No, for sure. Are there any alternatives you suggest? Any clothing brands or stores with larger widths but shorter lengths?

[@eason9399]

I NEEDED this!!!!!!!

[@zachorozco5491]

pants are the hardest thing to find cause my waist is like in men’s 34 but my ideal length would be a 29 and i can’t find any 😭

[@successivedestinies7215]

See Peter Manning NYC website. They cater to shorter guys, and have their own size system. I'm 5'0" and I just order and everything fits without the usual "tailor tax" (paying a tailor). Bit pricey but soooo worth it.

[@vladimirherrera3292]

hey I am 5 feet i feel you :)

[@troymihoyminoy3889]

THANK GOD, I FOUND A VIDEO FOR THIS. Thank you

[@bronntide]

I'm 5'1, send help.

[@emvoneuw]

thank you!!!!!

[@beanermeaner]

Srry if this sounds weird but i love how ur voice sounds ❤

[@aygulmemet4201]

"20 inch waist" 👁️👄👁️ Bruh that's smaller than most "skinny" women

[@HMooney]

Fr; he called himself stocky, but a 20 in waist is beyond incredible tiny!

[@njvilla8178]

I was always worried about my height (160cm) but in my country (Ecuador) I have seen cis men who are shorter than me...

[@adliadadliad4096]

I'm just suffering I'll never be able to be like an adult and it feels horrible and worthless

[@adliadadliad4096]

@Sikent I am and will always be a man .. how society treats short guy differently is not my fault.

[@nyangjungwon2269]

@Sikent people can't help being trans

[@He11sbellsrb]

omg are you a dancer! im a short trans guy (completely in the closet tho) and a dancer i feel so seen rn

[@xcuttsx93]

I have same issue. I wear age 9-10 boys clothing and have size uk 13, 13 1/2 and 1 uk feet

[@ripstarboy]

im 5’6 oh well

[@NekoFreya]

Man I'd love to follow a lot of these tips but as someone who's very fat AND very short, hardly any of these apply! I can't fit in kid sizes because I'm too big around, men's jeans that fit my stomach/hip area bag so much I look like MC Hammer, and NO SHIRT (unisex or men's!) has the seam at my shoulder. My shoulder seams are always halfway down my arm and the sleeves end below my elbow! But anything smaller won't fit! Not to mention any form of men's shirts always make it half way down my thigh or lower when makes me look like a tiny little bag man. XD Ahhh when will companies learn that short, fat people exist!

[@successivedestinies7215]

Not sure of your sizes, but try Peter Manning NYC. They have their own sizing system for the less taller guys. I just order and everything fits without the usual "tailor tax" (having to pay a tailor to fix my clothes). I'm 5'0" so I know the hardship of finding fitted clothing-especially with the trends out now. Good luck.

[@Popopatop]

Omg I feel ur pain. Watching this in the kohls parking lot rn… 5’0 wish me luck Lol

[@nola4364]

That does sound extra hard :( have you tried kids’ “husky” sizes? I know Lands end and some Walmart brands make them

[@user-mf7ib5qe5q]

i just shop in the little boy's section at wal-mart 🤓 i have no shame

[@theunboxer3964]

Bro I’m a 36 year old 4’11 trans masculine gender-fluid person and I literally started wearing kids clothes but I’m fine with it. It’s all good.

[@Cal760]

hi! I would love to talk and share a bit w you if possible bout this, i feel like my height has stopped me from transition, justifying myself w random weird concepts that probably just make sence in my own head, and in that specific second. they are probably also just a consequence of internalized transfobia, as if my identity wouldnt be valid because of my height, but if i would be taller, it would be fine? maybe like as if people would never see me in that way. hope you can help me w what you have been trough

[@NotPMHarper]

Feel free to hit me up on instagram. I may not be able to help you with a lot of what you described but I can at least give you my perspective as a 5ft trans male adult who passes and is just going about my life at this point

[@shaylamckay1174]

If you can answer do you know what to do if you are short with bigger thighs even boys jeans look unnatural ☹️

[@foregroundeclispeleon6223]

I wish I could wear tank tops but I don't have enough money for top surgery yet and I still have a chest .. :( mabye one day I hope... I hope I can be flat in the future

[@duncanneal5278]

I’m 5’2” and love this video!

[@Pssst.ByTheWay]

I see a dude but the mannerisms are girly. Interesting.. But otherwise I see just a really cool dude who I can absolutely see myself shooting the sheet with I know this isn’t a compliment and shouldn’t be taken as such merely just an expression of an observation I hope that all these years after your transition that you are in a happy healthy place maybe you’ll do an update one day Regarding the video it’s self Great Practical advice and presentation I found it helpful and gave some good ideas that I can personally use thanks for that🤝

[@slashJker]

HELP IM 4 FOOT 10 BFZGAHN (149 or 7 in cm I'm not sure)

[@xcuttsx93]

yh I live kids clothes age 9/10 clothing and shoes size uk 13, 13 1/3 ,1

[@Pocketsand99]

I'm also a short trans man. But I'm chunky so I have big man boobs as well. It's so hard to find nice clothes that fit well and that help me pass.

[@Quinnie789]

LETS FUCKING GOOOO I'm 152

[@rayr3387]

bro i feel so robbed. my dad is 6 feet and i could've been too if only i was cis. even my mom is 5'6 while i'm 5'5 :(

[@xcuttsx93]

im 4ft 4inches 1/4

[@augustsockstrawberry]

I'm 5'5😞

[@alexexnder5950]

I'm 165 cm but i swear i look so much shorter

[@foregroundeclispeleon6223]

I'm a 5'3 trans man ftm

[@rebeccacipriani5958]

At least your 152 i am 150

[@matheohno]

I’m 155 still not grown up so I’m gonna end up being between 160 and 165

[@wyomgupta7575]

whats ftm??

[@zenxunder3782]

Female to male