aesthetics & picnics

[hermionesviolin]

Part of yesterday's shopping trip was Victoria's Secret.  I haven't worn bras since I think 10th grade.  (For those of you keeping count, that's something like 7 years.)  Mostly I just want cleavage (nipple-minimizing is a bonus), and I had this delusion that I'd be able to find bras that basically mold to my body, cup my boobs from underneath, and have basic straps keeping them in place.  What I want seems not to exist, though (demi cups are more material than I had in mind -- okay, searching the online catalog, maybe this push-up bra? ... oh hey look, a strapless bra that comes in D-cup  P.S. Why does VS do its photoshoots like porn?).  I bought two that seemed promising, though, and I wore one of them today.  I keep wanting to readjust it 'cause the front band rubs against me funny and I feel like my boobs keep moving around.  Okay, it occurs to me later that my cleidocranial dysostosis might have something to do with the straps slipping, but still.  One of my original thoughts had been sports bras, which is clearly what I should try.  I half-suspect I'm gonna decide this is all too much, though, and go back to not wearing a bra, 'cause I don't have any physical discomfort involved in letting them hang (yes, despite being a 38D); it's just an aesthetic thing.

I also tried out my new sandals, except the weather changed its mind and the high was only ~65F.  Being out in the sun improved matters, though.  The interfaith picnic started ~12:30 and I stayed until the end ~3:30.  Attendees from Emmanuel Lutheran (Pastor Saling was in jeans like at Thursday evening service), First Congregational, Grace Episcopal (Kate was in jeans with a nice shirt and clerical collar), Church of Christ Scientist, and Temple Shaare Tefilah (I didn't officially meet the rabbi but have decided that I like her).  I initiated hugs with both John and Ed as we were leaving.  Weak hugs, though.  I miss real hugs.

I wanna get my hair cut.  Am thinking cut to my hairline at the back of my neck with some sort of chunky layering, maybe bangs?  I sort of have mental visuals of what I want but am so out of my depth when it comes to this sort of stuff.

Oh, did I mention that one of the issues with muchmaterial bras is v-neck tops?  I definitely wore one today and noticed in the bathroom mirror after dinner tonight that I've been kind of smooched by the sun.  Oops.

Dinner also included discussion amongst by parents about Veronica Mars.  Further reminders that my parents are teh awesomest.  I don't actually watch VMars, but I offered to open up a discussion post on my LJ.  Apparently they expect their questions to be resolved in the finale this Tuesday so I needn't.

Also, I kind of regret not getting the PBJ sundae at Friendly's -- black raspberry ice cream with peanut butter toppings. We'll probably go again when my brother comes back from college next weekend, though.

Gay & Lesbian Film/Video Festival at the MFA starts this Wednesday.  Meep.  I need to figure out exactly which ones I want to see (and which don't conflict with other commitments) and get myself a festival pass.

TV time now.

Comments

[bella-loki.livejournal.com]

Babe, you don't want Victoria's Secret. They're bra's are ok but they're made more for looks than anything. Bali, however, is your *friend*. Little less clevage inhancing but generally comfortable and full of holding-up goodness. Yes, I sound like an advertisement but I'm allowed to be devoted to one of the few bras that works for me. (also? Maidenform is a good idea. Department store Lingere people tend to be actualy pretty nice and useful.)Also? there are bras made specifically for wearing with v-necks. Again, best to talk to lingere dept. store people.
Victoria Secret photoshoots *are* porn. they just like to pretend not to be.

Hugs!
(from your friendly neighborhood bra expert. aka- me!)

[burnalive.livejournal.com]

I would have to agree that VC bras are kinda crappy. My large-breasted friend from college swears by Wacoal bras, which you can get fitted for/buy at department stores.

[kitkatpaws.livejournal.com]

Ok, I'm definately not your size, but i'll try to help. Had probs with VS too. The bra i got there was comfortable, but the straps wouldn't stay up. I really like Calvin Klien. A bit expensive, but it's worth it. Very comfortable, just enough padding, strechy fabric. I'm a fan. Maidenforms are nice too. Go to Wrenthem if you can. They have lots of underwear outlets and a CK store with cheap bras.

[helholden.livejournal.com]

It is very hard trying to do bra shopping when you want both quality in comfort and appearance. I'm with you on the woes of bra hunting, yet I always seem to wear them. I could never get used to the feeling of not wearing them.

Wish I could help you with the hair thing, but I have no idea what would suit you best.

We need to have film festivals closer to where I live. Even Florida might be workable. Sigh.

[offbalance.livejournal.com]

Somehow I missed this post last night. But, I will suggest that a department store is your best bet, just for the sake of variety. Also, depending on when/where you go, you might be able to get a fitting, which REALLY helps. Also, going during a low-traffic time also cuts down the stress level.

I'm a big fan of Maidenform, personally, and Warner's more now that I'm a newly minted d-cup. And, believe it or not, Wonderbra actually makes the best strapless bras I've found so far (in case you're in the market for one).

good luck!

[onwingsofeagles.livejournal.com]

47 yo and still trying to find "perfect."
having no shoulders is definitely not helpful.