Ok, So in the never ending hunt for underwear that keeps everything in place I have made a discovery.
My wife did a photo shoot recently for a lady who makes some really cool panties from recycled Tshirts.
What's even better is that said lady is interested in making undergarments for trans folks.
What's even better still is that I stole a pair from my wife that she got as part payment for the shoot and they are amazing.
They fit super well and they are just the standard design, no trans specific features.
Anyway, as Kori (that's the lady who runs the company in question) had already expressed an interest in making a version for trans women I decided I'd introduce myself and offer some input. Seeing as I've been in the fashion industry for the last decade I figured I was pretty well qualified to offer advice.
Well I met with Kori last Thursday and she was a total sweetheart and she's going to make some prototypes for me to test out based on my recommendations, and then She'll need a few extra bodies of various sizes to try them out and report back.
So here's where I though I'd request your participation.
First, we'll need some folks to test out and report back on the design. That'll be a few months out though as she's moving her whole operation to Michigan and things will be on hold during that process, but, any of you who are in the US and interested in product testing go ahead nad PM me your measurements and I'll get in touch when Kori is looking for more folks to product test.
Secondly, Kori does super cute and often really quirky screen print designs on the underwear and I suggested that having some designs that would be immediately recognizable to trans people but meaningless to Cis folks would be fun.
What immediately came to mind would be a pair of undies with a "So Brave" print on them but I'd love to hear other suggestions.
As to the product itself, the only thing that's really different from regular underwear is the fabric weight. To be clear, you shouldn't expect a perfectly camouflaged appearance if you're walking around in just your undies BUT I have been able to wear them with my tightest stretch jeans and leggings and everything looks perfect. So, the selling point here is that they're cute as all get out and SIMPLE. No pockets or string or other stuff. just underwear that holds a tuck incredibly well.
I'd like to point out that, aside from some free undies, I'm not getting anything from this. It's simply a product I want to buy so I'm helping out to make it happen. SO I hope I'm not running afoul of any rules regarding promoting ones own services.
I don't think I'm allowed to link out from here to Kori's site so I'm omitting a link to her store until a Mod let's me know if that would be ok.
Mods? would that be Ok?
When you get a prototype, post a picture in this topic.
I most certainly will!
Sounds pretty interesting actually. I'm willing to be a guinea pig. :)
Cool, thanks Keaira :)
Still looking for screen print suggestions peeps!
I am interested also. They sound nice something custom made should be very comfortable too.
As for screen printing ideas.
The few and the free (or friendly)
Haha. I escaped....
11,000 strong... Susan's
There's no place like Susan's
Finally found my ruby red slippers
Hmmm. Maybe think of better list later.
Jamie
Print? Just make a cracking-open egg with a chick inside. :)
Maybe something as simple as a transgender flag / transgender flag colour scheme?
There is, of course, always the slightly more creative variant, but methinks that this might sadly raise a copyright issue or two: http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyzmhc9f1K1qak0qdo1_500.png (http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyzmhc9f1K1qak0qdo1_500.png)
Some Suggestions:
SURPRISE!
Free at last!
Trick or Treat!
A buttlerfly emblem,
Steampunk gears and cogs.
Screen print :
YMMV :D
Quote from: Lorri Kat on May 06, 2013, 09:34:33 PM
Screen print :
YMMV :D
That's really good! I love it!
Quote from: Lorri Kat on May 06, 2013, 09:34:33 PM
Screen print :
YMMV :D
Yup, that's awesome!
@JamieMarie - I like the Ruby Slippers idea, that would make a cute graphic.
And thank you all for the suggestions. I quite like the chick design idea.
I think I'll steer clear of anything "trick/trap" related (as much as I want some undies with an Admiral Akbar print;) ) as I'd be worried some people simply wouldn't find that funny. Thoughts?
Quote from: Theo on May 06, 2013, 04:21:04 PM
Maybe something as simple as a transgender flag / transgender flag colour scheme?
There is, of course, always the slightly more creative variant, but methinks that this might sadly raise a copyright issue or two: http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyzmhc9f1K1qak0qdo1_500.png (http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyzmhc9f1K1qak0qdo1_500.png)
OMG, Love those flags ;D
Quote from: Rowan Rue on May 07, 2013, 01:12:05 PM
OMG, Love those flags ;D
Yes! would love some with Rainbow Dash on them. ^_^
Quote from: Keaira on May 08, 2013, 12:09:04 AM
Yes! would love some with Rainbow Dash on them. ^_^
Would be awesome, but def copyright issues there.
Hi Rowan Rue,
As a newbie with a small budget already testing out various designs (some chafe, owww), i would be happy to help.
I'm not expecting a perfect camel toe, but it'd be important to not have spillage when i get into a car, or chafing. I had no idea it was possible to callus down there !
Thanks,
Karla
Quote from: karla.allen on May 08, 2013, 01:42:17 PM
Hi Rowan Rue,
As a newbie with a small budget already testing out various designs (some chafe, owww), i would be happy to help.
I'm not expecting a perfect camel toe, but it'd be important to not have spillage when i get into a car, or chafing. I had no idea it was possible to callus down there !
Thanks,
Karla
There will be no chafing with these panties.
Just a simple easy to wear undergarment that holds everything in place so you can wear whatever you want over top.
I'll put you on the will call list for testers when Kori is ready in a few months time and let you know :)
Perhaps the YMMV could be:
YMMV
I don't get the colors. Why those particular ones?
Poor Zoe can only see the five jelly bean colors now!
YMMV
likes PINKS and PURPLES ...LOL
Ok, now we have three different color sets for YMMV, what's everyone basing those on?
If it's not a critical aspect of the design, they'll likely end up one color because that keeps the cost of screen printing much lower.
I just like pinks...lol so.. hot pink panties with black or white YMMV would just as likely cause my shopping OCD to kick into overspend... :) ... can you smell that the credit card is burning!?!
Stands up ..Hi everyone I'm Lorri I have Shopping OCD. :D
Simple really, the print could vary and the screen prints could have a variety colors to go with the variety of prints and colors of material :)
As for material, I prefer mostly cotton with a bit of stretch :) VS cotton lingerie would possibly be a good example to work off of
Quote from: V M on May 08, 2013, 08:29:48 PM
Simple really, the print could vary and the screen prints could have a variety colors to go with the variety of prints and colors of material :)
As for material, I prefer mostly cotton with a bit of stretch :) VS cotton lingerie would possibly be a good example to work off of
See my original post vis a vis the origin of the design that will be tested :)
Quote from: Lorri Kat on May 08, 2013, 08:28:03 PM
I just like pinks...lol so.. hot pink panties with black or white YMMV would just as likely cause my shopping OCD to kick into overspend... :) ... can you smell that the credit card is burning!?!
Stands up ..Hi everyone I'm Lorri I have Shopping OCD. :D
<all in unison> Hi, Lorri!
I love baby Blue myself.
Quote from: Rowan Rue on May 08, 2013, 09:01:34 PM
See my original post vis a vis the origin of the design that will be tested :)
Oh yes, I do remember reading about this now :) Recycled Tshirts and such
Never mind, I've lost interest :) Sorry to intrude