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kris31280
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I have a pair and they're crap... seriously... it did nothing but make me feel like I was wearing a body stocking. It felt awkward and it kept slipping down so I had to keep pulling it up and readjusting all night.
The cami and bra might not be as bad though.
camily
Peace
That's dissapointing. Thanks for the help though.
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kris31280
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Heh, you're telling me! I was all excited when I bought them, since I've heard great things about them...
lovinmaryland
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I got some at Target (not the full body thing just the slimming underware) and they worked great! I mean it doesnt take off 20 pounds or anything but it just slims and smooths everything out. The ones they sell at Target are not Spanx but they are made by the same people just a differnt name (they were basically 50% cheaper than Spanx as well)
camily
Peace
What is the name? Is it Flexies or something like that?
lovinmaryland
Well-Known Member
No. I cant remember but they are in the pantyhose/sock section. I think I got it for $10 a total deal. I use them if I am wearing a form fitting dress and they work out great. You should go pick up a pair and try them out.
WidowLady06
lost in the numbers
I have a pair of Spanx and I use them only for special occasions. They are a pain in the A$$ to wriggle into. Once on they do work the way they're supposed to. Unfortunately I don't think they were meant for people who move and twist (like in getting children in/out of cars) because they do roll down a bit after wrangling around.
IMO, get a pair. It's always nice to have the backup around when you have a special occasion and want to look your best. Just don't expect miracles.
IMO, get a pair. It's always nice to have the backup around when you have a special occasion and want to look your best. Just don't expect miracles.
morningbell
hmmmmmm
I have the slimming undies, they're like biker shorts. They are a PIA and uncomfortable too. Yeah they do smooth things out but I don't like feeling like I'm wearing extra clothes 
Chasey_Lane
Salt Life
You can't expect to put them on and instantly be a size 6.
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ketelone
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Oprah endorses them....oh wait she endorses Obama too.
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nitwhit3286
Guest
I have seen something similar in the paid programming ads. I mean, if they looked sexy. but they don't. Its probably not much fun to wear it either. Looks like you are in a nylon cast. 
I got a pair from Lane Bryant at the mall... The ones I got were like $50. Then I went to Target and saw the ones that the same designer makes but for about 1/2 of the price. The Target ones are called Asset.
You should know that I can def. see a difference in the Spanx and the Assests. Obviously, you usually get what you pay for... I just think the Spanx work better.
It just smooths everything out. I have worn them a handful of times. I don't feel suffocated or anything by them. Also, Lane Bryant only carries the larger sizes - C and up. I really could have used a B but decided I did not want it to be too tight. The C ended up being perfect. I am not sure who sells the smaller [B and below] sizes.
You should know that I can def. see a difference in the Spanx and the Assests. Obviously, you usually get what you pay for... I just think the Spanx work better.
It just smooths everything out. I have worn them a handful of times. I don't feel suffocated or anything by them. Also, Lane Bryant only carries the larger sizes - C and up. I really could have used a B but decided I did not want it to be too tight. The C ended up being perfect. I am not sure who sells the smaller [B and below] sizes.
happy_bee4
Going back to the stars
Walmart had something like those in by the pantyhose section at the very bottom of the wall display. I think they were made by Hanes. There was a whole bottom row of them on clearance. Just an idea if you want to try out the cheaper one before spending a bunch of money on something that will just sit in a drawer.
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Dye Tied
Garden Variety Gnome
Well, maybe if you didn't try to stuff too much fat into too small undies, they might fit right.
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kris31280
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I haven't been a size 6 in over 20 years... I'm pretty damn sure there's nothing out there that's instantly going to make me a size 6
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HouseCat
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Is this what they're calling girdles now?