Category: Fetish
Subcategory: Types

Forced Feminization

Forced feminization is a consensual BDSM practice where a dominant partner "forces" a submissive to adopt feminine appearance, behaviors, and mannerisms. This typically involves clothing like lingerie, dresses, or heels, along with makeup, feminine speech patterns, and activities traditionally coded as feminine.

The erotic appeal sometimes lies in the psychological elements of humiliation, transformation, or taboo-breaking for those with masculine identity, though these feelings are complex and highly individualized. For some submissives, it creates a space to explore gender expression they might not otherwise feel permitted to experience. Despite the name, ethical practice requires prior negotiation and consent, with the "force" aspect being part of the role-play rather than actual coercion.

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This is a description of an activity in the BDSM checklist (also known as a 'kink list'). Want to discover what (more) kinks you might have? Maybe share them with a partner? Start the checklist!

About the category Fetish

Fetish describes a focused arousal response to specific objects, materials, body parts, or scenarios that aren't inherently sexual. These can include attraction to leather, latex, specific clothing items, particular body features, or specialized scenarios that create intense erotic responses beyond what might be expected from their conventional context.

People with fetishes often experience powerful, concentrated arousal from their specific interests that may enhance or even be necessary for sexual satisfaction. Far from being unusual, most people have some degree of fetishistic interest, though the intensity varies widely. Many enjoy exploring these focused desires for the heightened sensation they provide, the mindfulness they create during intimate encounters, and the opportunity to celebrate specific aspects of sexuality that might otherwise be overlooked in more conventional approaches to pleasure.



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