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Title: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 06:09:38 AM
well, i have $40 (only 40, its on a card for online shopping)
ive decided to buy a binder
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F37JG64/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1B098YU155VBV
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DLGWJS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A15ZBZS63FGQ09

ive chose the medium in both binders
i have about $9 left to spend and im thinking about buying underwear. what do you guys suggest? size? style?
i must say, i have a lot of thighs .-. ..a...lot
my thigh circ. is 23.5" near the crotch and my hips are about 44.5" (but i wear a 38 in pants)
id appreciate any quick help
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: KamTheMan on February 18, 2015, 06:56:51 AM
That's not the good underworks binder. It doesn't really bind. You want the double front. I have the cotton concealer that I bought hoping I could workout in it. But its too tight on my ribs but not nearly enough on my chest.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 18, 2015, 07:12:56 AM
I wouldn't buy the first binder, as I've heard that they can restrict breathing, so I'd go for the underworks one. I bought an underworks half top from amazon which binds ok for the price, but I have know knowledge about the one you're thinking about buying. As for underwear I couldn't recommend boxer briefs enough. They're comfy and masculine, as well as come in so many designs and colours which is fun. Just make sure to get a smaller size than you would normally if you want to hold a packer, I had to go from a small to an xsmall which was tight enough and still comfy.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 18, 2015, 07:37:03 AM
Elis is spot on with boxer briefs. Boyleg undies are called 'boy'leg for a reason, they are literally the female version of boxer briefs.

Boxer briefs are tight, comfortable, and look super sexy. They're great for packing, great for movement, and come in all styles. I personally think the longer the leg, the better, because in terms of looking at myself in the mirror, having the longer leg on boxer briefs visually slims the thighs to a much more masculine look. That being said, you can usually find a variation of leg lengths with a decent range. Most of them also have the spunky, wide waistband. I like this as well because it can actually help pull the hips in a little.

The other thing is that a good pair of boxer briefs helps to dramatically decrease/completely avoid any possible chafing.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 07:42:21 AM
i always hear on here about "chaffing", and people recommending boxer briefs to decrease "chaffing". chaffing from what?
i wear men's pants now, tight and baggy ones, with women's panties (bikini) and commando and ive never had any chaffing. am i missing something?
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 18, 2015, 08:00:55 AM
I have no idea about chafing either, is it just us  :D
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 08:14:32 AM
im buying these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MW2UTRS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

any comments?
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 18, 2015, 08:19:35 AM
These look good. They may be too long so cause you to be too hot during the day, but if you prefer these to the short ones then go for it  :)
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 08:42:18 AM
actually my order was declined, damn walmart debit card.. i think it just stole $15 from me again -.-

*cursed to continue wearing bikini panties*
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: MacG on February 18, 2015, 09:19:52 AM
I've got super fat thighs. I wear a 36 waist pants now and my size L unders are too large.
But this is my preferred basic brand and style:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004Z30NKU/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?qid=1424272693&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=fruit+of+the+loom+boxer+briefs&dpPl=1&dpID=61DqMg-oTVL&ref=plSrch
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 18, 2015, 04:01:22 PM
@MacG,
They look so damn comfy. [emoji43]

Chafing is the rash you get when from your thighs rubbing together when you're hot and sweaty. Also, if the crotch of your pants is a bit too low.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 10:56:29 PM
i was able to get my debit card to work FINALLY

i bought these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N34GI38/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

i got the confirmation email, no decline, YES
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 19, 2015, 03:34:20 AM
Quote from: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 10:56:29 PM
i was able to get my debit card to work FINALLY

i bought these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N34GI38/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

i got the confirmation email, no decline, YES

Well done, these look great  :)
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 19, 2015, 03:58:12 AM
Quote from: jasperbeauclair on February 18, 2015, 10:56:29 PM
i was able to get my debit card to work FINALLY

i bought these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N34GI38/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

i got the confirmation email, no decline, YES

I feel like I may look into investing in some of those undies on payday..
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 19, 2015, 08:32:58 AM
ive never handled men's underwear before. they always look tight and possibly uncomfortable on models and mannequins and things. most womens panties, the sexy ones at least, look tight and are indeed tight, usually with no room in them, not that they need any. but im just wondering if things like boxer briefs really are as stiff and tight or uncomfortable as they look like.
i have a boyfriend, he wears boxer briefs, but i havent told him yet that ive bought any and am wondering things. im kind of embarrassed for being so naive. hes about 210-220, hes bigger than me, similar shape, has a belly but its flat enough to ignore, its mostly just flabby not pregnant looking like a beer gut. he has the same size thighs, etc. with his underwear, the waistband is extremely stiff and strong, to the point i actually need help pulling them off of him, but i only touch the waistband part. i dont touch or feel the rest. they dont look anything like on models and stuff even the flat non muscular "normal" mannequins. they look very loose...but the cursed tight waistband...
is this the same for you guys? especially the chubbier ones. im 150-170 by the way, i havent been weighed lately so i dont know which weight i lean closer to.
i usually find tightness extremely uncomfortable and hate "elastic" feeling. like the little girl's shirts with a poof on the sleeve, i HATED wearing those even though i find them adorable and i always draw them, but its the uncomfortable elastic touching my skin, being tight and close to me. im used to feeling like i am wearing nothing. i love comfortable lightweight clothes, especially since im in mississippi, the GULF, which is humid.

oh and i have no idea if those underwear are going to fit me. they seem not to have a size drop down to select, they just say "one size". so i figured id just buy them and find out. but on the tommy hilfiger underwear, i selected a large. like i said, i have fat thighs and i wear a 38 in pants pretty loosely. but if i measure myself, my hips are  42-44 inches.

and i decided to buy the underworks binder at $24.99 and the black checkered pair of underwear for $10.98
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 19, 2015, 10:11:32 AM
For me boxer briefs feel tight around my thighs and waist, but not in an uncomfortable way. And they do feel lightweight and comfy.II've never tried boxer briefs that are 'one size fits all' so I assume they may be either too tight or too loose.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: MacG on February 19, 2015, 05:18:26 PM
Those boxers look great! Comfy!
If you get the right size, the boxers should not feel too tight, and you certainly shouldn't need help to pull them off. I'm 198lbs, with very fat lady-thighs and a big butt/hips, and I've had no problem with the various brands of boxers I've tried.
I like to go to places like Ross Dress for Less and buy single pairs of underwear to try.  That way I'm not spending much on something I don't fit sure will work.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 19, 2015, 08:38:16 PM
oh uhm well.. im relatively...very very weak xD
he wears sweatpants a lot (apparently mississippi is cold compared to puerto rico).. and i have a lot of trouble pulling the waist band away from him, i think its my muscles themselves, obviously he has no problems with his underwear or pants
with women's pants i take them off just by pulling them down,  never unbutton or unzip them, and they come off very easily (skinny jeans)
but those sweatpants and boxer briefs are bane to my existence...its embarrassing needing help for that
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 20, 2015, 08:04:54 AM
It does seem a little odd if I'm going to be honest with you. The elastic on boxer briefs is tight enough to be snug, but it shouldnt be difficult unless his underwear is way too small..
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 20, 2015, 08:41:24 AM
they arent small i think theyre very loose it looks like
like i said, maybe im just very weak and not used to it xD
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 20, 2015, 09:45:53 PM
Perhaps it is just a case of noodle arms, aha.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 21, 2015, 02:44:28 AM
i received the binder today, which im guessing it actually isnt a binder, its just a compression tank top
it doesnt flatten my out, it cant hold my boobs down or anything
theyre as squishy and out as ever, i just look like a big C cup instead of a DD
i got the medium

could you guys help me find a underworks 997? i think thats the one everyone says is good, right?
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 21, 2015, 03:28:52 AM
Quote from: jasperbeauclair on February 21, 2015, 02:44:28 AM
i received the binder today, which im guessing it actually isnt a binder, its just a compression tank top
it doesnt flatten my out, it cant hold my boobs down or anything
theyre as squishy and out as ever, i just look like a big C cup instead of a DD
i got the medium

could you guys help me find a underworks 997? i think thats the one everyone says is good, right?

If you're looking for cheap, I know there are binders on eBay that are fairly cheap, however I don't own one and can't tell you how well they bind large chests. That being said, I will probably order one within the week simply for review sake.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Elis on February 21, 2015, 03:29:37 AM
Quote from: jasperbeauclair on February 21, 2015, 02:44:28 AM
i received the binder today, which im guessing it actually isnt a binder, its just a compression tank top
it doesnt flatten my out, it cant hold my boobs down or anything
theyre as squishy and out as ever, i just look like a big C cup instead of a DD
i got the medium

could you guys help me find a underworks 997? i think thats the one everyone says is good, right?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B004SPQZNE/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1424510848&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165&keywords=underworks+997&dpPl=1&dpID=41HhgSJQtuL&ref=plSrch#(//). This is it even though iit goes by a different name. To be honest I don't think it'll work for you as you're bigger chested, but you could give it a go.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 21, 2015, 04:18:43 AM
i took some pictures a few minutes ago, and here they are (its 4am right now so im pretty tired..but insomnia)
also my camera is crappy (using the built in camera on cheap laptop) if my boyfriend thinks it looks passable, i can have him take some pics, he has an iphone those are good cameras, i suppose.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1416421201990353.1073741830.100008674596377&type=1&l=c66b56b6a1
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: Tripdistrans on February 21, 2015, 04:54:23 AM
Quote from: jasperbeauclair on February 21, 2015, 04:18:43 AM
i took some pictures a few minutes ago, and here they are (its 4am right now so im pretty tired..but insomnia)
also my camera is crappy (using the built in camera on cheap laptop) if my boyfriend thinks it looks passable, i can have him take some pics, he has an iphone those are good cameras, i suppose.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1416421201990353.1073741830.100008674596377&type=1&l=c66b56b6a1

Hey Jasper, it looks heaps better and is heaps safer without the ace bandages. Please, please, for your own sake, don't bind with bandages.
Title: Re: shopping x3
Post by: jasperbeauclair on February 24, 2015, 06:10:10 AM
i just received the underwear today theyre so cool .-.
design is awesome, soft fabric, its mostly nylon, theres no fly but i dont have an stp or anything, i still sit.
they fit so well. the tags and printed label on the shorts say "one size", theyre a chinese brand im assuming and i was thinking i was just wasting my money on something by buying these since i couldnt buy the tommy hilfiger ones i wanted, but they ->-bleeped-<-ing fit.
like i said, im fairly large, i think, and these fit perfectly. if you are stick thin and just skin and bone, maybe not, but from maybe less than average to large these actually are one size