My teacher is constantly pointing out the fact that I am not feminine. It makes me feel like less of a woman just because I don't wear perfume or wear "girly-girl" clothes. Pardon me if I don't want smell fruity.

I was raised by my father so maybe that might contribute to it, but nonetheless, I like the way I am. Sometimes I admit, I do want tips as to 'is this bra right for me' or something of that nature because I don't have a woman figure in my life and it's hard to figure these things out on my own.

All this really takes a hit to my self esteem, even though I know that no one should make me feel like any less of a person or woman. Any advice?