Transvestia

Dear Virginia,

A few words from a London TV to say how much I appreciate your production, TRANSVESTIA. It deals with the subject seriously and intelligently, and is the only magazine that does so. I have bought and enjoyed the Female Imitators and Mimics, but I agree with you that these magazines deal with pro- fessionals whose manner of dressing is essentially for the stage and to appeal to the box-office.

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As a life-long TV, I have never dressed in such elaborate outfits, and I doubt if there is a genuine TV among them all. I am glad to say, as I hope my photo shows, that I can walk into any ladies' out- fitters and buy from the normal stock of day-to-day wear. I have even gone into the changing room alone of course to try on a pair of knickers. for me any specially built corsets. I find the se- lection of those in the shops quite sufficient to enable me to choose one that gives me all the warmth, comfort, support, and as all TV's know, the thrill that I need. I think it is foolish though a com- mon mistake with some TV beginners, to wear clothes that are too colourful or conspicuous. I content myself with sober colours and average style, and consequently pass in the crowd without ever attract- ing attention to myself. I admit I make an except-

ion in the case of my "undies". My panties, bra and slip must have all the frills, flounces, lace and bows possible, but I see that these are covered by pretty, but practical, frocks, skirts, blouses, twin-sets etc. with a warm tweed coat or raincoat. I keep my high heeled shoes for the home, or perhaps when going to the cinema or a restaurant. For ord- inary wear I have fairly low heels which means I can walk long distances without discomfort. Of course I love the high heels and can walk in them without the least difficulty, but how many girls go out walk- ing in really high heels? Well I don't.

I have only had the pleasure of reading one