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underwear adventure
So I made my first attempt at finding an undergarment to wear under my wedding dress today. I've been dreading this a little bit because finding good strapless bras is so difficult for a woman of size. But I need to find something now, because I need to get to a seamstress for my alterations and I think I need to have the final underwear before I know for sure exactly how the dress will fit. Everyone I've talked to about this has suggested looking for a one-piece supportive garment, like a bodysuit, and I agree. So that's the plan.
First stop was Nordstrom for some of that famous customer service. I spent a good five minutes wandering around the deserted lingerie section, but my attempts to catch a salesperson's eye were in vain. I finally had to go over to the counter to ask for help. They don't carry bodysuits in my size, so she suggested that I start with a strapless bra, although she's not sure she has those as large as 42DD either. So we went over to the full-figure strapless section, where 42DD is about the smallest size they have. I grabbed a 44 just to have a larger size comparison. Then she lead me to a changing room and left me there, without even offering to help me get it on. So much for famous customer service. I don't have the bra-fastening gene, so I ended up having to put it on backwards and pull it around to the front. I do this with regular bras all the time, but it's a great deal more challenging with a waist-length strapless. Anyway, once I got it in place it fit fine, but it wasn't terribly supportive. I promised the salesdroid I'd keep it in mind for a possible two-piece solution, but my hopes are not high.
Next I tried an actual lingerie store in Crocker Galleria, but from the saleswoman's face when I walked in the door, I could pretty much tell that they wouldn't carry my size, and I was right. Finally, I tried out Macy's. I get regular clothes from there all the time, and have pretty good luck with them, but my past lingerie experiences have left a lot to be desired. But I figured it was worth a try. After trolling the racks and discovering that one manufacturer at least claims to make 42DD bodysuits, I once again had to ask for help in a practically empty store. This time the service was good, though, because the woman offered to go search the back for something in my size. She came up with one just a little too small, and we both thought it was worth a try. But it wasn't even close. If it had some sort of fastener in the back, it might have worked, but since it was literally one piece of fabric I couldn't even get it over my hips. The nice saleslady also suggests a two-piece solution. Outwardly I agree to think about it. Inwardly I sigh.
I think it's time to start searching the plus-size lingerie catalogs. I'd hoped to be able to try stuff on in a store first, but I'll just have to find a catalog with a good return policy instead.
First stop was Nordstrom for some of that famous customer service. I spent a good five minutes wandering around the deserted lingerie section, but my attempts to catch a salesperson's eye were in vain. I finally had to go over to the counter to ask for help. They don't carry bodysuits in my size, so she suggested that I start with a strapless bra, although she's not sure she has those as large as 42DD either. So we went over to the full-figure strapless section, where 42DD is about the smallest size they have. I grabbed a 44 just to have a larger size comparison. Then she lead me to a changing room and left me there, without even offering to help me get it on. So much for famous customer service. I don't have the bra-fastening gene, so I ended up having to put it on backwards and pull it around to the front. I do this with regular bras all the time, but it's a great deal more challenging with a waist-length strapless. Anyway, once I got it in place it fit fine, but it wasn't terribly supportive. I promised the salesdroid I'd keep it in mind for a possible two-piece solution, but my hopes are not high.
Next I tried an actual lingerie store in Crocker Galleria, but from the saleswoman's face when I walked in the door, I could pretty much tell that they wouldn't carry my size, and I was right. Finally, I tried out Macy's. I get regular clothes from there all the time, and have pretty good luck with them, but my past lingerie experiences have left a lot to be desired. But I figured it was worth a try. After trolling the racks and discovering that one manufacturer at least claims to make 42DD bodysuits, I once again had to ask for help in a practically empty store. This time the service was good, though, because the woman offered to go search the back for something in my size. She came up with one just a little too small, and we both thought it was worth a try. But it wasn't even close. If it had some sort of fastener in the back, it might have worked, but since it was literally one piece of fabric I couldn't even get it over my hips. The nice saleslady also suggests a two-piece solution. Outwardly I agree to think about it. Inwardly I sigh.
I think it's time to start searching the plus-size lingerie catalogs. I'd hoped to be able to try stuff on in a store first, but I'll just have to find a catalog with a good return policy instead.
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Why? Because without shoulder straps to hold it up, a one-piece will tend to drag downwards as you walk. And the stretchier it is and the snugger you have it fit to smooth your curves, the worse it will be. I have been through this. I spent an entire evening tugging at the upper bit of my strapless and feeling like my entire midsection was being pulled down between my legs and worrying that my boobs were about to make an unscheduled cameo.
For my best friend's wedding I got a strapless boustiere thing and a good girdle and I was happy and comfy all night. You will be supported from the waist and you'll have freedom of movement.
Please. As a friend, I beg you. For your own sake. Two pieces.
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But I know there are stores that specialize in plus-size lingerie. There has to be one within driving distance of you. And if not, I know I remember seeing one in Los Angeles, I'd just have to remember where.
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