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Community Conversation => Female to male transsexual talk (FTM) => Transsexual talk => FTM Gear => Topic started by: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 11:19:15 AM

Title: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 11:19:15 AM
Hey guys,

This is kind of a weird question, but I think the biggest reason I haven't yet seriously considered ordering a binder is because I'm slightly worried about the packaging it might arrive in. I feel like my concern is misplaced, but I don't know. If I we're to order one I'd have to get it shipped to campus and I don't think I'd want anyone at uni know anything at this point..

I've started binding 2 weeks ago using a waist wrap thingy that isn't too bad actually, but it's starting to break down. It's pretty cheap ($7) so its fine I guess I can just buy another one or 2, but I'm thinking maybe its time I consider buying a binder. I wasn't planning on buying one until I've figured myself out though. Any thoughts?
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: Alexthecat on November 11, 2014, 12:12:07 PM
I think mine just came in a mail plastic envelope from underworks. Probably said underworks on the package or some other company name. Nothing that says OMG BINDER on it.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: adrian on November 11, 2014, 12:27:00 PM
Mine didn't even say "Underworks" on it -- but it was shipped internationally, so the packaging may have been different.

I would think though that most companies are aware of the "private nature" of the goods they sell, and pack them accordingly. Plus you could always contact the company in advance to check with them.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 06:49:04 PM
I figured as much, just wanted to make sure. Thanks  :)
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: LoriLorenz on November 11, 2014, 07:15:22 PM
So this would be bad?

BINDER

:o :D :laugh: ;D
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 07:43:30 PM
Yeah just a tiny bit bad haha  ;D

Don't need to add to the confused looks I've been getting for dressing differently than I usually do right now XD
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: LoriLorenz on November 11, 2014, 07:50:50 PM
Quote from: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 07:43:30 PM
Yeah just a tiny bit bad haha  ;D

Don't need to add to the confused looks I've been getting for dressing differently than I usually do right now XD
Awesome, just checking.  ;D

Actually I have the same worry, but thankfully, most mail packaging is relatively neutral. I hope the strange looks become less for you, not fun.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 11, 2014, 08:06:10 PM
Quote from: LoriLorenz on November 11, 2014, 07:50:50 PM
I hope the strange looks become less for you, not fun.

I'm actually sort of enjoying it. Some people don't seem to recognize me (this has nothing to do with passing though, wish it did), others are just surprised. As long as I'm dressed the way I want to be dressed, or closer to that for the matter, I'm okay with it. At least when I get a compliment it actually means something to me now, not that I remember getting any compliments before, they probably just passed through my ears without second thought.  :P
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: FTMax on November 11, 2014, 08:40:47 PM
I just ordered a new one a few days ago. Mine came in a flat envelope with nothing crazy on it. It's folded and wrapped in clear plastic inside, so even if someone were to open it, they may not be able to really place what it is unless they take it out of all the packaging.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: Bimmer Guy on November 12, 2014, 09:38:02 PM
I remember the "good old days", when any gay magazine that came to your house was inside a brown wrapper.  Always.  haha

Like the others have said, Underworks doesn't have anything on it indicating it is a binder.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 13, 2014, 03:27:45 PM
Just placed an order! International shipping sucks man.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: Daydreamer on November 15, 2014, 11:00:18 PM
My binder was from LoveBoat and it came in a blue plastic package.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: LoriLorenz on November 18, 2014, 08:16:28 PM
I just got my binder in the mail. It's coded as a gift and undershirt, so while someone might wonder WHY you are getting an undershirt in the mail, I think that's about as weird as it will get.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: darkblade on November 23, 2014, 12:14:44 PM
Yeah, mine came in labelled as a shirt. Guess I shouldn't have been so worried about ordering one...
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: BlueGemFox on November 26, 2014, 03:43:18 AM
Mine came in a simple normal packaging, could barely even read the item description on the actual envelope except simply stating underworks. The express envelope was much the same for my second binder, simple and not overly descriptive. I think all it said was undershirt on the packaging.
Title: Re: Binder packaging?
Post by: PucksWaywardSon on November 26, 2014, 04:56:06 AM
I got mine from amazon (UK-based option for Underworks stuff) and yep, totally normal amazon cardboard sleeve and no extraneous packaging whatsoever, fit through the door so I didn't have to sign anything either.