#ftm binding

[z0mb13-gutz]

CAN ANY TRANS PEOPLE RELATE!!?

Do any other trans guys feel dysphoria when they put on their binder because you can see your chest underneath, like it’s not flat and you can see your chest. When I got my binder I was expecting it to be a brilliant thing and it was but idk I have mixed feelings and wanna see if anyone relates

#trans #transgender #transgender pride #trans pride #ftm #trans ftm #trans man #transmasc #binder #binding #ftm binding #chest binding #trans rights #trans male #trans guy #trans men #transmasculine #transgender man #trans masc #trans help

[alix-is-o-a-k]

to tumblr’s trans people: I’m getting my first binder soon but I don’t know what brand to use. Which is your favorite? (I’m looking for something with a lot of compression)

If you’re cis and this shows up on your blog, PLEASE REBLOG FOR A BIGGER SAMPLE SIZE!

edit: I can’t change the poll, but after some research, it seems that gc2b’s binders are incredibly unsafe. Just want to put this here in case another trans guy is looking at this poll. Underworks seems to be the best option as far as I’ve seen from other people.

#Trans #transgender #ftm #trans ftm #ftm binder #ftm binding #binding #binder #trans man #transboy #trans binding #FTM binder #Binder for trans people #gc2b binder #gc2b #Underworks #Underworks binder #For Them binder #For Them #spectrum outfitters #spectrum binder #XUJI binder #XUJI #Urbody co binder #Urbody co #Shapeshifters #shapeshifters binder #T-kingdom binder #T-kingdom #Idtswch binder

[arloprince]

trans self-care is binding safely and taking thirst traps for the euphoria✨🏳️‍⚧️

#trans #transmasc #transman #nonbinary #enby #t4t #trans enby #nsft pics #ftm binding #thirstposting #thirst trap #trans euphoria

[the-transgenda-agenda]

I often see posts asking about different places to get binders. Therefore, I have decided to make a list of different sites where you can buy binders. Hope this helps someone.

amorsensory [based in Australia]

binderme [based in Poland]

cantiq [based in the US]

flavnt [based in the US]

gc2b [based in the US]

gendergear [based in Canada]

peecock products [based in Singapore]

shapeshifters [based in the US]

sockdrawerheroes [based in Australia]

spectrum [based in the UK]

tomboyx [based in the US]

underworks [based in the US]

urbasics [based in Canada]

youropencloset [based in Canada]

Free binder programs based in the US; dcats, genderbands, point of pride.

#my posts #transmasc binder #trans binder #ftm binder #binder #chest binding #ftm binding #binding #transmasculine #transmasc #transmasc tips #ftm #binding resources

[celestialmoonbreeze]

(He/Him/They/Them) My first binder came in today in the mail! I decided to try it on and I feel so masculine!

#nonbinary #genderqueer #lgbtq #trans #lgbt #lgbtqia #genderfluid #lesbian #lgbt pride #lgbtq community #ftm binding #chest binder #binder safety #binders are for everyone #wlw post #wlw #gay girls #girls who like girls #gwlg #gender identity #tomboy #gwlg selfie #nonbinary lesbian #nonbinary boy #nonbinary fashion #nonbinary pride #androgynous #androgyny #trans masc #masculine

[flirts-with-dragons]

Hey fellow tboys who bind:

I got a binder off amazon (yes it sucks but it's the only online place my mom will tolerate me getting things from) that had a lot of good reviews from real people of many body types who ordered many different sizes but. For some reason it did not bind me like it was supposed to?? I even ordered a second in a smaller size (which I could barely even squeeze on) and it had the same result as the first one. For reference:

I even tried repositioning my boobs inside the binder to see if it helped but it didn't.

The company was LGBT unicorns.

So am i doing it wrong, are my tits just too big to bind or is the company bad quality??

#transmasc #tboy #trans boy #transmasculine #transgender male #ftm #trans ftm #ftm binding #trans binding #binding #chest binding #trans male #transgender #transgender boy #transboy #t-boy #trans masc #trans masculine #trans man #trans #trans help #binding help #chest binding help

[binder-masterlist]

hello! Just want to spread this around- if you have ever bought & worn a binder, you’re welcome to submit a review of it here! Please read the pinned post before submitting. Thank you!

#trans #transgender #trans masc #chest binding #binder #ftm #nonbinary #ftm binding #nonbinary binding #not a review

[a1ien-b0y]

Master Yoda says bind safely

#master yoda #luke skywalker #trans luke skywalker #star wars #transmasc #ftm binding #bind safely

[livingthedragonlife]

im doing my own research and stuff of course but @ people who bind with transtape/other kinds of safe binding tape: opinions, thoughts, resources on how to learn how to do it? i'm considering investing in transtape because my binder and compression top are 1) murder in the florida heat and 2) can't be worn when i bike, which i have to do frequently because i don't have a car. there are other reasons, but those are the big ones. have you found it to be worth it? is transtape good or do you prefer other brands?

#trans masc #transmasc #trans man #ftm binding #binding tips #trans tape #transtape #binding tape #she speaks #i do know it works best with a small breast size and im a 36B the last time i checked so im thinking thats probably fine?

[raincloudmayhem]

Finn's Chest Binding Masterpost

Hello! I decided to make a post with information and tips on chest binding. I am trans myself and there's a lot of things I wish I had known before I got my first binder. This is for anyone who binds or wants to bind, whether trans, non-binary, genderqueer, questioning, or even just cis. Enjoy!

Buying a binder

Okay, so first of all you're probably going to want to get one from a reputable and trusted brand. Some examples are: gc2b, Underworks, and Spectrum Outfitters. That $18 dollar one with 3 stars on Amazon ain't the best choice.

Binders usually cost around $30-$40, but it depends on the kind and brand you're buying. There's half binders, tank binders, and more. It all just depends on what you want. (Also, try to steer clear of binders with clasps and zippers. They can sometimes cause damage and don't usually bind evenly.)

Sizing! Each website should have a sizing chart and instructions. You'll need to use a soft measuring tape (or whatever they're called), don't just guess. If you're between sizes, always choose the larger one. Never go down a size.

Wearing a binder

Yay, so you've bought a binder. Here's all the tips and safety things you need to know!

While it does depend a bit on the kind and brand, it most likely won't completely flatten your chest. This was a big shock and disappointment for me when I got my first binder because no one told me this. Binders aren't really supposed to make your chest super flat and smooth, but rather resemble pecs.

Don't bind for more than 8 hours! It can cause damage in the long term if you do it consistently, and short term it can cause pain, irritation, and breathing problems. Also, if you've never binded before, it may take a while before you can work up to wearing it for 8 hours.

If you feel any discomfort or have trouble breathing while wearing your binder: Take. It. Off.

Don't exercise, swim, or sleep (even if it's a nap) in your binder!

I feel like I'm forgetting a bunch of stuff so I'll probably edit this later with more lol.

Binder alternatives

Maybe you're in an unsafe environment, or you can't afford one, or you just need something asap. Well, there are some ways you can achieve a flatter chest without a binder.

Sports bra method! Put one sports bra on normally, and then another one on backwards. It's not the best, but it's something.

Layering clothes helps a bunch too! Wearing a tank top, then a shirt, then a jacket or hoodie is usually what I do. In the summer, this may be difficult. Don't overheat, and remember to stay hydrated!

Never, I repeat, never use tape to try and flatten your chest. I knew someone who insisted that using duct tape was fine, but it's not. It can cause damage, and we don't want that.

Conclusion

I hoped this helped a bit! I'll probably be adding more in the future, and feel free to comment or reblog this with some things I didn't have on here. I'll try to add them when I can!

Take care, keep hydrated, and bind safely! <3

-- Finn

#binder #binding #ftm binding #chest binder #transgender #trans #trans resources #chest binding #non binary #agender #genderqueer #GNC #transmasc #ftm #transitioning #hope this helps

[slug-glug-chug]

TransTape when ur Autistic

just making this on a whim cuz i was thinking about how hard it can be to find information online about what certain things actually FEEL like when applied, and i'd just tried transtape last night for the first time

this isn't a guide on how to apply transtape or how effective it is or even how to use it safely (there's a very good post here, though). i'm just gonna talk about it sensory-wise in case any other ftm autistics have been considering tt but arent sure

not sure how helpful this is gonna be, but i'll go as in-depth as possible. i can also make one for chest binders if anyone wants it, but yeah

so first on the body is the nipple guards- little circular discs that protect the nipples from sticky hell/damage. they're a bit weird to put on, but once they were on, i couldn't feel them at all. in fact- this is a bit weird- but i almost preferred them to having actual nipples lmfao. the material is smooth and soft, unlike bumpy nipple shapes

after that is the tape itself; the top part is soft and stretchy. i found it pleasant to touch and handle, and mine also came in a very satisfying bright green color.

the sticky side is VERY sticky, but you can't really fidget with it if you accidentally stick it on the wrong way. once you peel it off once, the stickiness is... not gone, but less effective. i'd say you have about 2 chances to stick it properly before u need a new strip of tape

and it's literally tape. the sticky sensation never really goes away. i didn't feel it so long as i stood in a neutral position and didn't lift my arms, but i could feel the pull beneath my armpits when moving about. it wasn't too bad and i could see myself getting used to it...

but personally and more than anything, i didnt want to wear the tape for a few days, get used to the stickiness, then lose my mind when i took the tape off and didn't have it anymore. i didn't want to be eternally used to the sensation and feel Weird when it wasn't there anymore

i'd feel a lil yank on my skin if i jumped, i'd feel the strain if i lifted my arms, etc. it does a very good job of compacting and containing breast tissue- especially since's it's literally just tape- and it doesn't compress your body or make it hard to breathe or anything.

honestly, just about all tension and sensory happenings was beneath my armpits. if u stuck a lil piece of tape on your side and moved around, you'd probably get about the same experience in terms of pure sensory (NOT on ur breast tissue and dont leave it on too long aaaa)

taking it off was weird as hell, tho i didn't hate it. it was just Weird. like the world's stickiest band-aid, except it's not really painful cuz there's not really hair there for it to cling to... but also BIG disclaimer cuz i didn't use the removal oil like i was supposed to.

the nipple is a sensitive area so that was the freakiest part, but yeah.

in all i'd rate transtape a 7.5/10. it's VERY good at what it does given what it is, and i could very honestly see myself getting used to the sticker sensation if i was determined to use it. overall it's safer than chest binders and u don't get that heavy compression all around ur torso, tho underboob sweat is still a massive problem lmao (and maybe even Worse with transtape).

but yeah

if anybody has questions, don't hesitate to pop off an ask. i'll make a new post if even one person wants one, because everybody deserves to have the body they want

have fun and stay safe <3

#transtape #transgender #trans #ftm #ftm binding #autism #actuallyautistic #my post #transtape review #i have no idea how to tag this #my blog isn't even made for this #it was just on my mind and i decided to do it on the off chance that it helped somebody #cuz i love the trans community #but sometimes they dont really put the sensory side of things out there #they'll just say “oh youll feel a small tension in the tape” but then not say that youll feel it pull your skin too. and yank when you jump #and a million other hyperspecific things #but i digress <3 #trans rights

[alix-is-o-a-k]

what would people think of a blog dedicated to binder reviews? Not sure if that already exists but I feel like it would be helpful

edit: I’ve done it! @binder-masterlist

#alixrambles #Trans stuff #trans #transgender #binding #binder #ftm #ftm binding #nonbinary #enby

[kindadisappointed]

Free binder patterns

Lately I've been needing a binder more and more, but I couldn't find somewhere that had my right size (large chest, small shoulders).

I'm trying these two patterns as soon as I get home, they're both free and I think this could help many crafty trans people.

As for materials, I want to try to make both in different ways to see the most comfortable ones:

the first one I'll make with powermesh and cotton/elastan jersey, probably in white or nude, as instructed (as I know that will work)

the second one I'll make with Lycra (doubled up in the back) and an additional cotton/mesh panel in front (something I've seen done by a few binder companies)

I'll update as soon as I make them, with results and annotated modifications for fit.

If anyone else has patterns to suggest or has experience sewing binders, please add!!

PS: I'm writing this because when you look up on google "chest binder sewing pattern" most of the results are bad diys with zippers and elastic tape, while there are limited resources for actual sewists who know what they're doing (I've been looking for a while and found only these two)

#binder #chest binder #trans #trans resources #binder sewing #sewing #trans man #non binary #nonbinary #trans masc #ftm binding #binding #free binder sewing pattern

[transpolling]

please reblog if you answer

#transpolling #trans polls #transmasc #transgender #trans #ftm #trans men #afab nonbinary #non binary #enby #ftm binding #binder #chest binding

[onewithblankets]

wish binders didn’t have a time limit on them. I want to be outside of my room for more than 8 hours a day sometimes

#also exercise #hell if I’m going to do sports or play ddr WITHOUT a binder even if I know it’s dangerous #my ribs are probably fine but sometimes my back and chest just get hurty or feel weird #ftm #trans #transmasc #transgender #trans binding #ftm binding #trans male

[gepperl]

RATING BINDERS YIPPEEE

this is based on my personal experience with binders, my bra size is around 38F and i am 5'11, so this is aimed more towards people with larger chests as reviews are typically aimed towards skinny people with small chests. i am also autistic and struggle with sensory issues, so keep that in mind for allistics that some of my cons may not apply to you :) but for nd people, this may also be helpful for your possible sensory issues.

GC2B: 3/10

WHITE FULL TANK-

PROS

- not visible under clothes

- can pass as an undershirt

- the bind was alright, only looked male through hoodies or several layers

- came within 2 weeks

CONS

- ripped easily

- expensive

- SIDE BOOB.

- weird lumps

- sensory hell; very itchy and noticeable

- have to readjust a lot

- spillage

- turns yellow from sweat/stains easily (if you are an active person this may not be the best)

NUDE HALF TANK-

PROS

- not as bad with sensory as the white full tank

- binded well (if you went a size down, which is not necessarily safe), could pass through multiple layers

- came within 3 weeks

CONS

- noticeable under clothes

- again, SIDE BOOB.

- spillage

- rips easily

- lumps

- cannot be passed as an undershirt (very rare undershirts are tan in color)

- hard to breathe and move around in

- expensive

XUJI: 5/10

BLACK HALF TANK

PROS

- not super expensive (around $20-$30)

- binds convincingly, passed underneath tshirts

- did not rip through 5 months of regular use

- could go to the gym for 3 hours and not feel any pain, good for active use

- came within 5 days (!!)

CONS

- horrid sensory quality (very itchy and rough, upsetting in general)

- felt very small, half my boob was out because it wasn't wide enough (went up a size and it barely binded me) (if you have a small torso width wise this may not be an issue)

- lot of readjusting needed

UNDERWORKS: 7/10

BLACK FULL TANK

PROS

- no obvious binding panels, so it passed very well as an undershirt

- bind was pretty good, male enough chest to pass underneath a tshirt

- flattened out my hips a bit too (!! very cool !!)

- could exersize and move around just fine

CONS

- hurts after around 4-5 hours due to the restriction on your full torso (full body bind ☹️)

- took a long time to arrive (2 months, idk what was up)

SPECTRUM: 10/10

CORAL HALF TANK

PROS

- no/very little sensory issues! not itchy, no annoying tags, none of that

- binds very well, convincing pecs/male chest

- does not hurt

- any kind of exercise, including swimming (ik its not safe but im doing it anyways shhh) did not cause breathing problems or pain

- has not ripped after 4 months of regular use

CONS

- ugly coral color bc other ones were sold out

- readjusting gets annoying

OVERALL

SPECTRUM- BEST OVERALL AND FOR DAILY USE

UNDERWORKS - BEST STEALTH

XUJI - BEST FOR ACTIVE USE

GC2B - HONESTLY WOULD NOT RECCOMEND, QUALITY WENT DOWN A LOT

i hope this helps anyone like me trying to find a proper way to bind, obligatory do not use duct tape bandages they dont even fucking work i know from experience LMAO but i digress, safe binding everyone and thank you for reading !

#trans rights #ftm #lgbtq #ftm binding #chest binder #transgender #autism #actually autistic #binder