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Let me reintroduce, the VS Social Thread!

Since the Social Threads seem to have been done away with, this is the new home of the VS Social Thread. We talk about everything from VS to Beauty to Coupons to Hot Deals...and of course, our personal lives.


Roll call! Let's get back to what we do!


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GoHeels
03-09-2012 at 10:41 AM.
03-09-2012 at 10:41 AM.
Quote from annicus :
i finally got my folica backordered hot rollers! i got theconair jumbo/super jumbo [folica.com] ones. i tested them out earlier and must not have left them in long enough bc my hair was just a tad bit volumized after i took them out. or maybe i used too big of sections - i actually had rollers left over after doing all my hair!! i was so shocked kuz i have SO MUCH hair i figured the set wouldn't be enough for me.

anyway, excited to try this again some other time. : ) i love that it's harder to burn yourself with them!
My rollers usually have a lot of hair wrapped around them too. If the clips stay on them, I leave it. Less hair per roller will give you a tighter curl though. It shouldn't matter for loose curls & body. You probably didn't leave them in long enough or heat them quite enough. I usually heat them a little while, after the heat indicator shows they're hot (if your set has a heat indicator). Hopefully, it's not a problem with the set.

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D, DD here.
BBV full-coverage lined bras [victoriassecret.com]- hands down, IME, the most comfortable wired bra from VS and the cup lines never show under my tops. Thicker comfy straps. Not terribly sexy.

Very Sexy line- always too much push-up but so dang cute like you said. By 3 hours into the day, mine are smooshed together and need to be separated. In the summer, I'll either avoid these bras or put deodorant between the girls. Just like Tizzy said, I wear these and the Goregeous push-ups almost entirely for DH's entertainment : P

Dream Angels [victoriassecret.com] - the push-up is just too much, similar to the VS line for me. However, the non- push up DA demi covers plenty as Aya said and it's pretty comfortable as well- more so in the plain/non-lace patterns (lace can be a little rough). Most of the time the plain ones w/ lace edges are invisible under clothing.

Sexy Tee [victoriassecret.com]- This was a pleasant surprise. For a bra with such little structure- it really does a good job of providing support comfortably for a D-DD. It comes in cute colors and the lined full-coverage cup is just as invisible under tops as the DA demi. It is a thinner lining than the DA's. An added bonus is how cheap it is compared to the others! They also have eyelet trim ones now, cute!

The bad: Biofit- these are the only bras that had the wire poke me to the point where I had to take it off. Incredibles I could never get to fit right, but never tried downsizing. Cotton bras- wire was a little pokey, overall unimpressed.

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Dang I need to get my junk to the gunk too Harhar
Pretty, thanks for the reminder on the price cut! I think the only time I would take the case anywhere would be to the wedding I'm in if we end up driving. Otherwise, I have that cute travel case Azn gave me :wink2 : All we need is 1 e/s palette right?
Thanks for the in depth review. I'm thinking the Very Sexy bra I ordered will be for weekend getaways only. Teehee I can't wait to try the Dream Angels demi. It's supposedly shipped, but there's no tracking info. I was going to buy one of the Sexy Tee bras in purple samba w/ eyelet trim, but I couldn't get the codes to work on it. It's definitely on my list for the next time there's a FS with bras code.

ETA: They don't have purple in my size anymore. Sadwalk I guess berry or yellow it is.

Quote from Tizzylicious :
We've got to keep them entertained now. :lol :

I just received my first BBV lined full coverage. I really do like the comfort of the bra, it's my first one, but I received electric pink when I thought I ordered pink daisy. This is "electric" pink. We're talking 80's neon pink! I don't know how I could of ordered it since it's not even an option under the choices. :dontknow : Going back to be exchanged.....



How exciting! I wish you smooth surgery and a speedy recovery! : )
Most of my bras are Angels or BBV wireless. I really like the lining in them, but they're getting too big. I'll definitely be buying more BBV bras eventually. I hope there's another deal, while they're still adding SRCs to orders. Like you, I didn't see an electric pink bra. Unfortunately, it's not all that uncommon for VS to ship the wrong item. shake head
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03-09-2012 at 10:47 AM.
03-09-2012 at 10:47 AM.
Quote from kurips :
i recommend the happy bra straps. gets the kurips-approved seal.

for $6 for 4 and with free shoprunner shipping, there's really nothing to lose.
i think it does its job. my straps fall a lot, i'm thinking my shoulders are not broad enough laugh out loud and i didn't have to deal with that yesterday and today. (could be lucky i pulled out bras that don't do that but i feel like all straps fall on me) it is a little cumbersome to put on, i have to fasten my bra on my chest, put the happy bra straps on then turn the bra 180 degrees and put the bra straps on my shoulders. also, the hardware adds a little bulk, but not more than the hardware your bra comes with.
Thanks for the review. I'm going to check Amazon for them, since Beauty.com hates me. laugh out loud

ETA: Did you buy small/medium or large/xlarge?
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kurips
03-09-2012 at 10:50 AM.
03-09-2012 at 10:50 AM.
Quote from GoHeels :
My rollers usually have a lot of hair wrapped around them too. If the clips stay on them, I leave it. Less hair per roller will give you a tighter curl though. It shouldn't matter for loose curls & body. You probably didn't leave them in long enough or heat them quite enough. I usually heat them a little while, after the heat indicator shows they're hot (if your set has a heat indicator). Hopefully, it's not a problem with the set.
I think you're the roller expert here, so I'm going to ask you. I like the result, but only after I slept on it laugh out loud it's because right after, it's so big at the bottom, and flat at the top. i think it's because the top hair gets less heat, so less curls. is there a way to volumize the tops? more rollers maybe to get more heat in general, but then again the ends still get the most heat, and you'll have to remove the rollers right away, otherwise it will be too curly.

maybe i need bigger diameter rollers? laugh out loud that would mean i need to buy another Teehee

i'm getting addicted to hair appliances EEK! they make the hair look more shiny and healthy.

Quote from GoHeels :
Thanks for the review. I'm going to check Amazon for them, since Beauty.com hates me. laugh out loud

ETA: Did you buy small/medium or large/xlarge?
i got the small/medium.
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ALVSGIRLY
03-09-2012 at 11:03 AM.
03-09-2012 at 11:03 AM.
maybe try smaller sections of hair krusty.
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03-09-2012 at 11:32 AM.
03-09-2012 at 11:32 AM.
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Going to a C!



Teehee!
I'm excited for you alvs!
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03-09-2012 at 11:36 AM.
03-09-2012 at 11:36 AM.
Quote from ayaspiralout :
I'm excited for you alvs!
I just don't want to be down too long. Not being able to work out and do what I want drives me bonkers!
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IceyNiki
03-09-2012 at 11:40 AM.
03-09-2012 at 11:40 AM.
What I observed while people-watching in Nassau...

- many woman only bring one or two swimsuits on vacation

Thumbs down to you unless you are only going on vaca for one or two days. Multiple women wore the same swimsuits everyday or every other day...and the swimsuits were noticeable. At least opt for a plain swimsuit if you only have one but will be wearing in EVERYDAY!

- swimsuits with pictures on the booty are not cute

A woman had a green swirl bikini on with some type of black sketch on it. On closer review, it was a sailboat. Unacceptable! It was child-like. (And she wore it every other day.)

- men do not like white eyeshadow

These men sitting near me one day pointing out a woman who was wearing white eyeshadow and I asked me was it "in". Even if it is "in", not the way she was wearing it.

- your swimsuit bottom should not be baggy when dry (or wet for that matter)

Get a swim bottom that fits you.


I did not see as many VS swimwear as I usually do. Someone was wearing Beach Sexy Pin Dot Baclonet & Cheeky Bottom [victoriassecret.com] in Coral. I have the bottom and a Banded Halter in Black Pin Dot. She is lucky I did not wear mine on the same day. Haha! I was killing them with my Swimwear game, including my coverups. Even women were complementing my "classy" swimwear over the trashy girls. HAHAHAHA
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ALVSGIRLY
03-09-2012 at 11:52 AM.
03-09-2012 at 11:52 AM.
I would say wait til you have kids and go to the water park, but you don't want them. I agree with everything you said. I even agree with the men for the most part. Not many ladies can pull it off.

Quote from IceyNiki :
What I observed while people-watching in Nassau...

- many woman only bring one or two swimsuits on vacation

Thumbs down to you unless you are only going on vaca for one or two days. Multiple women wore the same swimsuits everyday or every other day...and the swimsuits were noticeable. At least opt for a plain swimsuit if you only have one but will be wearing in EVERYDAY!

- swimsuits with pictures on the booty are not cute

A woman had a green swirl bikini on with some type of black sketch on it. On closer review, it was a sailboat. Unacceptable! It was child-like. (And she wore it every other day.)

- men do not like white eyeshadow

These men sitting near me one day pointing out a woman who was wearing white eyeshadow and I asked me was it "in". Even if it is "in", not the way she was wearing it.

- your swimsuit bottom should not be baggy when dry (or wet for that matter)

Get a swim bottom that fits you.


I did not see as many VS swimwear as I usually do. Someone was wearing Beach Sexy Pin Dot Baclonet & Cheeky Bottom [victoriassecret.com] in Coral. I have the bottom and a Banded Halter in Black Pin Dot. She is lucky I did not wear mine on the same day. Haha! I was killing them with my Swimwear game, including my coverups. Even women were complementing my "classy" swimwear over the trashy girls. HAHAHAHA
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Binx8106
03-09-2012 at 12:01 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:01 PM.
I asked this on the coupon thread but I meant to post it here.
I just wanted to know if the bra perk card can still be used twice, once on the phone and then once in store?
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hba123
03-09-2012 at 12:03 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:03 PM.
Quote from IceyNiki :
What I observed while people-watching in Nassau...

- many woman only bring one or two swimsuits on vacation

Thumbs down to you unless you are only going on vaca for one or two days. Multiple women wore the same swimsuits everyday or every other day...and the swimsuits were noticeable. At least opt for a plain swimsuit if you only have one but will be wearing in EVERYDAY!

- swimsuits with pictures on the booty are not cute

A woman had a green swirl bikini on with some type of black sketch on it. On closer review, it was a sailboat. Unacceptable! It was child-like. (And she wore it every other day.)

- men do not like white eyeshadow

These men sitting near me one day pointing out a woman who was wearing white eyeshadow and I asked me was it "in". Even if it is "in", not the way she was wearing it.

- your swimsuit bottom should not be baggy when dry (or wet for that matter)

Get a swim bottom that fits you.


I did not see as many VS swimwear as I usually do. Someone was wearing Beach Sexy Pin Dot Baclonet & Cheeky Bottom [victoriassecret.com] in Coral. I have the bottom and a Banded Halter in Black Pin Dot. She is lucky I did not wear mine on the same day. Haha! I was killing them with my Swimwear game, including my coverups. Even women were complementing my "classy" swimwear over the trashy girls. HAHAHAHA
Wow, I always bring a swimsuit for each day and at least 2 or 3 diff cover-ups. Another tip--
Do not wear a thong swimsuit at a family-friendly pool, and especially not when going on a water ride. The poor person who gets her tube afterwards. Big Grin At the Atlantis one year a heavy-set woman was wearing one and people complained to the lifeguards and a manager had to ask her to leave or change.
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03-09-2012 at 12:04 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:04 PM.
Quote from Binx8106 :
I asked this on the coupon thread but I meant to post it here.
I just wanted to know if the bra perk card can still be used twice, once on the phone and then once in store?
Yes, of course, phone first.
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03-09-2012 at 12:04 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:04 PM.
Quote from Binx8106 :
I asked this on the coupon thread but I meant to post it here.
I just wanted to know if the bra perk card can still be used twice, once on the phone and then once in store?
Absolutely can! woot
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03-09-2012 at 12:05 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:05 PM.
Thank you both!
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03-09-2012 at 12:06 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:06 PM.
Some of my swimsuits I took on vacay last year still have tags. I'm not a light packer. I was the one in college that took enough clothes for everyone when we took trips Teehee. I like choices because who knows what kind of mood I'll be in that day!
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03-09-2012 at 12:17 PM.
03-09-2012 at 12:17 PM.
Quote from ALVSGIRLY :
Some of my swimsuits I took on vacay last year still have tags. I'm not a light packer. I was the one in college that took enough clothes for everyone when we took trips Teehee. I like choices because who knows what kind of mood I'll be in that day!
I know the feeling. My daughter and I are the ones holding up the baggage check-in lines cause we need to move stuff from bag to bag to stay under the weight limit. Big Grin
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