I have crossed a threshold. Today, on 30% discount, I bought some power panties. (Men, just give us this moment, okay?) I managed to get them on and pulled up to my chin :( but only with quite a bit of fighting. I looked like I was trying to capture an angry bear in a brown elastic bag. No matter. The thing is in place and I am now adorning myself to attend a very elegant Christmas party. The question is - will I survive the night without a) pain b) collapse c) gas or d) explosion. The last two may be the same thing.
I have decided that I may need an emergency procedure half way through this festive night. I have been assured that Steve is carrying his trusty pocket knife.
I will report on the evening in a few hours. Felice Navidad (probably spelled wrong)
OKAY. THE VERDICT IS IN. First, the item in question did not make me hot - it is not of the rubber variety of years gone by. And it did help me eat responsibly... since there was no letting out the belt, if you know what I mean. I don't really think it made me more attractive, although I did sit up straighter. In fact, that might be the high point of the thing. My back felt much better than it usually does when I stand around talking. I think I might wear it when I sit and type... as back support.
I must say that on the way home I wanted to rip the thing off. And it was easier to get off than on.
On the whole, wearing a Spanx did not change my life, or my figure, as much as I can tell. There was no extra flirting coming my way, or jealous looks from women.
Right now I am considering sewing the top shut and using it as an onion bag, or maybe a replacement fabric for my slingshot used to fend off hoards of grackles that rob my songbirds of food. There is always a bright side.
I have to add that my grandmother on my father's side ALWAYS wore a corset. When she was in her 70's she had a corset that wore out and she pulled a 43 year old life-time guarantee out of her drawer and asked my mom to return it to Sears. Trouble was, they didn't have a replacement. So we all have our supports. :)
ps... You know, of course, I am doing this as an experiment. I do not need a corset. SIGH
2 comments:
For my Mom and me, panty girdles were the thing after the demise of the garter belt.
Yes, there is rationale for back support, uniform fruit shape, etc. but, since I've let it all hang out (so to speak) for so many years, I can't imagine getting all that gathered up and installing into such a device of torture. You have my undying respect for taking on that project. hahahahaaha
Marilyn, I tihnk of you often and for many reasons. Now I also think of you every time I wear my Spanx!
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