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i received this top [express.com] today from my tick tock order. i like it but i'm unsure about the sequins. my sequined tops don't get worn. i really like the striped lace. i'm thinking of removing the sequins

Quote from azn1x6flame : I think so. I went to return a dress in store and they kept trying to get me to exchange it. They said it can be an even exchange and they will match the same price I paid. Definitely give it a try. I don't see why not.

Quote from kurips : $21 for my last order. could be lower with the current code. ymmv.

Quote from nerdicus : if it was during tick tock, i would suggest exchanging it without receipt. "i got it as a gift" and give them a different card/phone # to look it up.

Thanksss girls. Yup, very YMMV. The guy in front of me tried to return without a receipt and they wouldn't let him. So I asked if I could exchange it with another dress with the same original price. They refused to Hehehe anyway moneyyy back in my pocket

that high neck blouson cami yall liked is now avail in solid colors:
http://www.express.com/catalog/pr...=cat290002

Photos:
Flutter sleeve shift dress in xs. Come to think of it, s might work for me. But I like that it's loose but not that loose. I would have preferred it to be maybe another 2" longer.
Lace drop waist dress in 4
Peekaboo lace cap sleeve sheath dress in 2 - looking at the photo I don't think this dress is very flattering on me. Could be kuz I'm bloated right now (totm started today). May not keep this one after all!

I have a question for you girls about sun exposure, skin damage and protection. I tried to do some research, but got all kinds of conflicting or unhelpful information. For some background, I just got back from my vacation, and for my camping portion I got some terrible sunburn. For multiple reasons, I had very few options for staying out of the sun and I kept applying a broad spectrum SPF 70, but still burned. When I was younger, I would rarely burn and when I did it was not bad. I also used to be outside a lot more, and would get a gradual tan. I don't really like the look of a tan, so I don't take time out of my busy schedule to intentionally spend time in the sun and I'm usually not in direct sunlight with my job even when I am outside. I don't want to get awful, painful burns though when I am in a situation where I am in direct sunlight for long enough that sunscreen is not entirely effective. So my question comes to: which is better in regard to long-term skin damage, a gradual tan, or infrequent, but rather bad sunburn?

Quote from ayoungpretender : I have a question for you girls about sun exposure, skin damage and protection. I tried to do some research, but got all kinds of conflicting or unhelpful information. For some background, I just got back from my vacation, and for my camping portion I got some terrible sunburn. For multiple reasons, I had very few options for staying out of the sun and I kept applying a broad spectrum SPF 70, but still burned. When I was younger, I would rarely burn and when I did it was not bad. I also used to be outside a lot more, and would get a gradual tan. I don't really like the look of a tan, so I don't take time out of my busy schedule to intentionally spend time in the sun and I'm usually not in direct sunlight with my job even when I am outside. I don't want to get awful, painful burns though when I am in a situation where I am in direct sunlight for long enough that sunscreen is not entirely effective. So my question comes to: which is better in regard to long-term skin damage, a gradual tan, or infrequent, but rather bad sunburn?

Sorry to hear about the sunburn. I hope you're healing quickly.

I'm no science major, but I'm of the opinion that a gradual tan is much better and could be safer for your skin. In my mind, I think there's so much cell damage with such a drastic sun burn that it may cause skin cancer. I do not know anything about skin cancer, so don't take my word, but I know that's something I'm deathly afraid of, but with a gradual tan, the cells aren't destroyed in the way a burn would be. But that's just my opinion.

I also tan rather quickly, but make all effort to always put on SPF 60+ sunblock when I'm out in the sun for extended periods of time.

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Quote from azn1x6flame : Hope you aren't really coming down with something!

I think it's over but I still feel horrible. It's amazing how kids take getting sock. Ds wasn't near as bad as I've been.

Quote from kurips : i received this top [express.com] today from my tick tock order. i like it but i'm unsure about the sequins. my sequined tops don't get worn. i really like the striped lace. i'm thinking of removing the sequins

I love that top. Ordered during tick tock too!

Quote from azn1x6flame : Sorry to hear about the sunburn. I hope you're healing quickly. I'm no science major, but I'm of the opinion that a gradual tan is much better and could be safer for your skin. In my mind, I think there's so much cell damage with such a drastic sun burn that it may cause skin cancer. I do not know anything about skin cancer, so don't take my word, but I know that's something I'm deathly afraid of, but with a gradual tan, the cells aren't destroyed in the way a burn would be. But that's just my opinion. I also tan rather quickly, but make all effort to always put on SPF 60+ sunblock when I'm out in the sun for extended periods of time.

That's what I've heard too. It's the major burns that cause the most damage.

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Thanks!

got this from tick tock too for 40% + 50% off
http://www.express.com/clothing/n.../cat320057
it's cute. fits like easy tee. it's neon, but doable because it's just the accents.

Quote from kurips : got this from tick tock too for 40% + 50% off http://www.express.com/clothing/n.../cat320057 it's cute. fits like easy tee. it's neon, but doable because it's just the accents.

nice! i've been eyeing that for awhile! did you get the yellow? the coral one isn't that bright.

hehe i'd ask to be notified of the tick tock stacking sale if it ever happens again, but both you and azn tried. it was entirely my fault - my phone was in my car and i didn't realize it until later. sadly, i even prepped for it by adding stuff to my cart. much help that was...

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thx!

still getting:
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Quote from nerdicus : nice! i've been eyeing that for awhile! did you get the yellow? the coral one isn't that bright. hehe i'd ask to be notified of the tick tock stacking sale if it ever happens again, but both you and azn tried. it was entirely my fault - my phone was in my car and i didn't realize it until later. sadly, i even prepped for it by adding stuff to my cart. much help that was...

Pink/coral.
I was preparing when it happened. I then had to add stuff quickly.