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"Victoria's Secret" ?
Grindgirl says 647 days ago
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Along with alot of fanfare, security and many snarly women; "Victoria's Secret" finally opened their doors at West Edmonton Mall this past week. The first 4days were so insane; it made the nightly news. There were line ups outisde the store and line ups inside to get into the skivies.
My girlfriend(whom we'll call Linda) and I were smart; we waited until the stampeding was done...a mere 6 days later. Thanks to all the hype both of us were excited to hit this glorified sex kitten apparel "boutique". We oooed and aaaahed at the store's set up and sexy undies and immediately began our search for leopard print bras and panties for Linda. She was armed with her Mastercard and was fully intending on leaving the store with something "a la leopard" to impress her man later on that night.
Linda is 5'7", toned/athletic with not jiggly or wabbly bits. She wears a LARGE in panties/thongs and 38C in bras; she is by NO means obese. We are informed by a stick bug sales girl that the "large sizes are in the bottom drawers because the smaller sizes go first" Not detered we root thru ALL the bras/panties/thongs in the entire store...we find 1 black bra, 1 leopard thong and a leopard brazilian panty. Yet, we notice that there are in fact millions of the "smaller sizes" just laying around waiting to be adopted.*smaller sizes to first, heh? Yeh whatever ou say crazy, anorerix lady*
Linda happily goes and stands in the line up to try on her goodies; as I continue trolling thru the store looking for some comfy work out gear. My cell phone rings; it's Linda...she needs me in the changing room, NOW! I hightail it over and am granted entry(with my stroller because the fitting rooms are huge) Linda is in tears-the bra does NOT fit...the cups are way too small and the band is pinching...they apparently don't carry any bigger sizes(than 38C) I try to be positive and point out that the panties fit...it's of no avail. I exit the changing room and look for a "healthy" looking sales clerk whome gracious informs me that their sizing is based on the average AMERICAIN woman. I nearl laugh because I vaguely remember a 20/20 that "informed" the world that the USA is in the mist of an obesity epidemic....so how can these women fit in a 38C? Linda, who can probably crack a walnut with her abs does NOT fit in it....there's something askew there.
I return to the changing room and tell Linda my the latest...she's aghast then enraged. Even though deeply offended; she buys the panties/thongs-37$ later we're in La Senza where a 38C leopard print bra(which matches her Vic Secret skivvies) fits her perfectly.
I think we've figured out "Victoria's Secret" she's a lying anorexic b*#$@...sssshhhh, don't tell the fatties in the USA.
My girlfriend(whom we'll call Linda) and I were smart; we waited until the stampeding was done...a mere 6 days later. Thanks to all the hype both of us were excited to hit this glorified sex kitten apparel "boutique". We oooed and aaaahed at the store's set up and sexy undies and immediately began our search for leopard print bras and panties for Linda. She was armed with her Mastercard and was fully intending on leaving the store with something "a la leopard" to impress her man later on that night.
Linda is 5'7", toned/athletic with not jiggly or wabbly bits. She wears a LARGE in panties/thongs and 38C in bras; she is by NO means obese. We are informed by a stick bug sales girl that the "large sizes are in the bottom drawers because the smaller sizes go first" Not detered we root thru ALL the bras/panties/thongs in the entire store...we find 1 black bra, 1 leopard thong and a leopard brazilian panty. Yet, we notice that there are in fact millions of the "smaller sizes" just laying around waiting to be adopted.*smaller sizes to first, heh? Yeh whatever ou say crazy, anorerix lady*
Linda happily goes and stands in the line up to try on her goodies; as I continue trolling thru the store looking for some comfy work out gear. My cell phone rings; it's Linda...she needs me in the changing room, NOW! I hightail it over and am granted entry(with my stroller because the fitting rooms are huge) Linda is in tears-the bra does NOT fit...the cups are way too small and the band is pinching...they apparently don't carry any bigger sizes(than 38C) I try to be positive and point out that the panties fit...it's of no avail. I exit the changing room and look for a "healthy" looking sales clerk whome gracious informs me that their sizing is based on the average AMERICAIN woman. I nearl laugh because I vaguely remember a 20/20 that "informed" the world that the USA is in the mist of an obesity epidemic....so how can these women fit in a 38C? Linda, who can probably crack a walnut with her abs does NOT fit in it....there's something askew there.
I return to the changing room and tell Linda my the latest...she's aghast then enraged. Even though deeply offended; she buys the panties/thongs-37$ later we're in La Senza where a 38C leopard print bra(which matches her Vic Secret skivvies) fits her perfectly.
I think we've figured out "Victoria's Secret" she's a lying anorexic b*#$@...sssshhhh, don't tell the fatties in the USA.
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Grindgirl says 646 days ago
Nope; no fat/skinny issues. I just find it amazing that women(fat/thick/thin/ugly/pretty) are so insanely driven by what "society" tells them what we're suppose to look like/wear/fit into/act like. It's almost like the Victorian ages...only liberated!? To your other message, yes for some reason it does look like you replied to yourself...not sure what the deal there is.
Bruno Rodrigues says 646 days ago
It seems some postings have been deleted. That person's account seems to no longer exist.
As to your amazement. Firstly, it's not completely true. Secondly, this is how it's always been. People want to look good. Plain and simple. The general opinion of what looks good is what society says looks good. Not everyone shares the same opinion as to what "attractive" is, but society generally holds the majority card. I know guys that are into all kinds of different women, body types, etc. What's amazing is how you're so taken aback by it. Sure, some people take it to an unhealthy level. Is that society's fault or their own mental dilemmas?
You also complained about sizing. Sizing is different depending on brands. This is also nothing new. I can't wear Hugo Boss pants b/c the legs are cut for guys who don't work out their legs. I can't wear certain dress shirts b/c the medium won't fit around my shoulders/chest and the large's sleeves are usually too long. Do I cry about it? No. I got to another store with better fitment for my body type.
You use terms like "stick bug" and "anorexic" to describe people you know nothing about.
Oh, and Victoria's Secret offers bra sizes up to 38DD.
It's all fine and well to rant and go on tirades. I do it from time to time about things that irk me to no end. I'm just wondering why the obsession with this fat/skinny thing. This isn't your first rant. So, I'm just curious if maybe you've just had too many crappy experiences from shitty people.
As to your amazement. Firstly, it's not completely true. Secondly, this is how it's always been. People want to look good. Plain and simple. The general opinion of what looks good is what society says looks good. Not everyone shares the same opinion as to what "attractive" is, but society generally holds the majority card. I know guys that are into all kinds of different women, body types, etc. What's amazing is how you're so taken aback by it. Sure, some people take it to an unhealthy level. Is that society's fault or their own mental dilemmas?
You also complained about sizing. Sizing is different depending on brands. This is also nothing new. I can't wear Hugo Boss pants b/c the legs are cut for guys who don't work out their legs. I can't wear certain dress shirts b/c the medium won't fit around my shoulders/chest and the large's sleeves are usually too long. Do I cry about it? No. I got to another store with better fitment for my body type.
You use terms like "stick bug" and "anorexic" to describe people you know nothing about.
Oh, and Victoria's Secret offers bra sizes up to 38DD.
It's all fine and well to rant and go on tirades. I do it from time to time about things that irk me to no end. I'm just wondering why the obsession with this fat/skinny thing. This isn't your first rant. So, I'm just curious if maybe you've just had too many crappy experiences from shitty people.
Grindgirl says 646 days ago
Oh, and whomever is posting in a "foreign" language which i can't read, please be kind enough to recommend a translation site so that I can tell if you're cussing me out; or stating your opinion.
As for the person that said something about "admins should BAN." Were you directing that at me; or admins at Vic Secret? I thought the whole purpose of blogging was to state your experience without prejudice from other bloggers(this of course if you're directing the BAN at me)
As for the person that said something about "admins should BAN." Were you directing that at me; or admins at Vic Secret? I thought the whole purpose of blogging was to state your experience without prejudice from other bloggers(this of course if you're directing the BAN at me)
Grindgirl says 646 days ago
Thank you Moonomo; I appreciate the reply : )
Although, I have to admit as warped as Vic Secrets sizing is; their skivvies are brilliant!
Although, I have to admit as warped as Vic Secrets sizing is; their skivvies are brilliant!
Grindgirl says 642 days ago
Dear Bruno, I don't know WHY I'm taken aback by how our "social code" dictates what is sexy/attractive/acceptable...because I'm surrounded by women and men that on a daily basis do whatever it takes to fit into that little "social" box. I guess I'm just blown away at how "socially driven" our culture is; based mostly on all the advertisements/shows/movies/sitcoms what say, "hey if you wanna be cool like me, you gotta look like this and wear that." Whose fault is it that we're this way? I seriously think it's a combination of both...self dilema and media. People don't feel like they're "worthy" being themselves...so they look to our "social code" to lend them a hand getting to that level of social acceptance. Is it healthy? Probably not. Yet no ones going to step in and stage a revolution that'll overthrow media as a whole.
Sizing is a HUGE thing for ALL brands. For men and women alike. Several of the guys at the gym have the whole thigh/shoulder complaint but they DO shop around to find what they want/need. It is logical to just move on and NOT cry about it. YET, Linda had her heart set on the sexy skivvies FROM Victoria's Secret because she wanted to impress her man. When we were told that they did not have any other size, she felt let down. If they DO in fact cary 38DD, yay for Linda next time she goes, if she goes. BUT at that moment in time, she was devasted.
My descriptive words for their "tiny" staff were just that, descriptive words. These women may very well be as healthy as healthy can be OR they're sickly. Whatever their story is, it's just that, they're story. The thing is, if you open a shoppe that is aimed at the general public, try and hire a range of body types so that the customers don't feel like hippos when they ask for a "38DD" or if the neon pink thong comes in "large"
It was a tirade, I'll admit it. Yet, I stand by my statement that I personally(currently) don't have any thin/fat issues. I've been "thicke"(not obese by any means) and "thin" and I hate to say that, society(in majority) reacts ALOT better(towards me)as a thin person. How people react to "fat" and "thin" should not be any different than how they react to "black" and "white". So, I guess what you said about my having to endure alot of "shitty" people strikes true.
Bruno, I have to say that you are possibly the best "written/expressed" blogger that I've encountered(ever), please feel free to challenge my tirades/rants any time(just don't make me cry :> )
Sizing is a HUGE thing for ALL brands. For men and women alike. Several of the guys at the gym have the whole thigh/shoulder complaint but they DO shop around to find what they want/need. It is logical to just move on and NOT cry about it. YET, Linda had her heart set on the sexy skivvies FROM Victoria's Secret because she wanted to impress her man. When we were told that they did not have any other size, she felt let down. If they DO in fact cary 38DD, yay for Linda next time she goes, if she goes. BUT at that moment in time, she was devasted.
My descriptive words for their "tiny" staff were just that, descriptive words. These women may very well be as healthy as healthy can be OR they're sickly. Whatever their story is, it's just that, they're story. The thing is, if you open a shoppe that is aimed at the general public, try and hire a range of body types so that the customers don't feel like hippos when they ask for a "38DD" or if the neon pink thong comes in "large"
It was a tirade, I'll admit it. Yet, I stand by my statement that I personally(currently) don't have any thin/fat issues. I've been "thicke"(not obese by any means) and "thin" and I hate to say that, society(in majority) reacts ALOT better(towards me)as a thin person. How people react to "fat" and "thin" should not be any different than how they react to "black" and "white". So, I guess what you said about my having to endure alot of "shitty" people strikes true.
Bruno, I have to say that you are possibly the best "written/expressed" blogger that I've encountered(ever), please feel free to challenge my tirades/rants any time(just don't make me cry :> )
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Bruno Rodrigues says 647 days ago