I went shopping for a new dress today.
Why?
Big event coming up and it's time for another new "little black dress".
Didn't take me long to find what I was looking for. Simple. Cute.
Zip Ding.
Ring it up.
As I was driving home I began to have this nagging uncomfortable feeling in the pit of my stomach.
What the hell was that.
After a little soul searching I realized I was having a wee bit of buyers regret.
What do I need to spend $190.00 dollars on ANOTHER little black dress for?
When I got home I rummaged through my closet and checked out the dresses from the last 5 years. Surely something in here would work for this event next month.
Dress1...hmmm 1 little problem
Dress 2...hmmm 1 little problem
Dress 3 hmmm 1 little problem
The problem is. My belly. Ouch it was even hard to type the word! Pathetic.
This past couple of years I have been dealing with a back injury which has meant NO crunches for me. This means extra insulation for the tummy. So sexy!
Right then and there I made a decision. I took back that 190.00 dress. I am not walking into this charity event with a dress that makes me look 4 months pregnant, and went into the new store in the mall. Maybe you have heard of it? Spanx.
I felt like a 16 year old girl trying to buy booze!
I looked left and right to make sure no one I knew was around.
I surveyed the store from the outside.
Then...I rushed in.
My girlfriends have been raving about these Spanx for months so I knew what I wanted. Thank goodness they run in sizes like panty hose so I could just select my colour and size and get the hell out of there!
Whew!
Back home. Try on the contraband.
OH MY GOOOOD!!!
Dress 1....That looks better!
Dress 2...Holy Cow this dress looks too big now!
Dress 3...Eeek. I think I might be hot!
These Spanx don't pinch or roll, nothing flubs over the top, they just kind of smooootthh. I think I am in love. Imagine how great my butt would look if I wore these under my Lulu Lemons!
Instead of spending $190.00 on a dress, I spent $59.00 on Spanx and actually feel good about myself.
Ahhh Spanx, from the top of my belly to the bottom of my heart I thank you.
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57 comments:
I keep hearing out these - I guess I have hit the age where I must invest in them!!
OH Yes I LOVE my spanx! And target sells knockoff spanx that are pretty good, too!
You got me at "nothing flubs over the top." Now you have trying to find out where I can buy these here!
I've always wondered about those. I mean with my belly they have to roll. there's no way they can just stay up. I'm too cheap to find out though!
Ahhh Lisa Anne...these little babys go all the way up to your bra line! I'm covered from bra line to mid thigh and they do not roll:)
Yes, the problem is you can't try them on. And the one I have worn in the past made me feel claustrophobic.
I've always wanted to try them - they sound fabulous. And what a great idea, to spend less $$ on Spanx and get into an old dress, then spending a whack on a new one. Good for you!
I have yet to invest, but this is yet another glowing report. Maybe it's time that I make my way to the mall.
That was so much fun to read. I have a persistent belly too, it always wants to be seen!
Secretia
awesomeness!!! I"ve got a belly that has made me look pregnant since I was 6yrsold. It's not pretty so I've been sucking and tucking and squeezing into apparatuses for that long. When you go to your grade 9 prom in a girdle? Spanx would be easy!
I have Spanx but it doesn't work too good when you have 50 extra pounds on you. I am so happy it worked for you. Great job on saving money and recycling a dress!
I bought a pair of Spanx last year when I was in a wedding and realized the week of the event that the dress didn't quite fit, ughhh!! Spanx was a life saver!!! I even wore them under jeans and pants and felt fantastic!!!
ahhhh yes! them ole spanx... those are some special things... yes. they. are!!
p.s. cannot not believe you thought that was me all tanned up in that pix... lol... i really feel bad for that women though!!
have a great wkend!!
Ok you have sold me on the Spanx, I might have to get me some too. I still have my "bulldog" as I so lovingly refer to my tummy that is SLOWLY diminishing from the twins. Have tons of fun at your charity event hot mama!
yup - I have a "thing" I squeeze into that just holds it all in the right place - it's so comfortable and flat tummy to boot. It's a Bridget Jones problem though - I need it to catch him but once he's caught, it's the last thing you should be wearing!
I love my Spanx, too. But I'm with Expat mum...they do tend to make me feel a bit claustrophobic.
I was all on the spanx bus until you said $59!!! $59.00?!?! Seriously?!?! Am I that cheap that a pair tight granny panties seem like too much money even if it is cheaper than a little black dress and will make my body look HOT?! Wow, I'm old!
I am so happy for you and I hope your back feels completely better soon. I bet you are going to LOOK FABULOUS!!!
Spanx are great!! So is Lipo in a Box :)
You've talked me into it. I'm off to get me some Spanx!
They had Spanx at Nordstrom Rack for $10 a piece, and I bought one of each! LOL! I loooove my Spanx!
Good for you! Doesn't it feel great to save money?
ok you might have just changed my life - my biggest issue is my jiggly belly, well it is the part the bothers me the most, prob b/c i am looking down at it constantly i am putting spanx on my xmas list fo sho
Now that I have the right size of Spanx, I LOVE them. I bought the one that goes from thighs to up over the belly.
I have some Spanx too. I made the mistake of trying to go out to eat in them just a few months after giving birth. I thought I was going to pop out of the Spanx and split my dress. Eating a big meal...not a good idea in the Spanx for me.
spanx are wonderful! the only problem is getting them off. lol. one finger underneath the waistband and mine just roll down on their own. haha!
I'm relating to the back injury thing...feeling so deprived of not being able to indulge in what I'd normally indulge in to maintain my feeling of balance in my body.
But Spanx? Ha! Not in West Bengal, honey...that thing would be dripping off me by 9am :))
I am a Spanx Devotee. I'm glad that you discovered them :)
Spanx are amazing, aren't they! I hate how expensive they are, but it sure beats buying a new wardrobe! :)
I think I need these for my class reunion.
I desperately need Spanx for a dress I have to wear to a wedding next weekend!!!! I'm here getting caught up on a week's worth of blog reading, now that I can actually sit up on the couch without my head exploding!!!! Happy Saturday!
...psst...got some too! That was great!
Love Spanx. I bet you look super hot! Have a wonderful time!
Yeah...
I am glad you felt sexy. I need to try those out also.
Just called over from SpeakingFrom the Crib, and spanx are brilliant! The ones that I have go right from the shoulder to the mid thigh, you wear your usual bra though, as there is a space, so it looks a bit like a back to front bathing suit! but they keep all the bits that you don't want to be seen well covered up. You can even wear low cut dresses, and no one knows. They must have been invented by a woman...they are so brilliant!
Love it!!! Great post! stopping over from Speakin from the crib! Congrats on your award! well deserved!!!
I can't stop laughing. If J-Lo and Beyonce can admit to loving them (and I'm sure they are both under a size 4) then we have nothing to feel ashamed of! Glad you joined the club!
You know, I keep hearing of these things. Maybe it is time to suck it up and go get some!
and BTW, I left you another award. I know I know, I spoil you.
I just popped over from "if evolution really works"... and I am so glad I did.
What a wonderful blog. I love your style and your posts.
I will definately be following along.....
I have sooo wanted to get a pair of spanx! Good for you!
"nothing flubs over the top" ~ hysterical!!!!
Michele
Never tried them. Def need them tho!
Stopping by from Vicki at Frugal Mom.
Wow! Where have I been, this sounds miraculous and I've been totally missing out. Believe me, at 50 now things just aren't in the same location they used to be. I'll have to give it a try. Even at $59, it's much cheaper than Lipo:) (which is my other miracle dream . . . )
Kristin
Cute post... We all relate to that story!!! I have clothes in all sizes --that I have worn through the years. When I lose weight --I swear I won't gain it back. But--I manage to do just that!!!! GADS!!! Tis life.
Hugs,
Betsy
It's worth it to be comfortable!
Let me have relaxed stomach for a while, ha ha.
Secretia
Never heard of SPANX!
Sounds fab. Going to see if I can get myself one of those.
RMxx
WOW! Good for you - nothing feels better then buying a new dress like FITTING INTO AN OLD DRESS!!! That's the best ever! And thank GOD for Spanx!
Great idea! Glad it worked! I so have to get me one of those! I was just explaining to my children this mornign that mommy would have been able to fit into girl two's pants about 5 years ago- 8 sizes...something has to give!
thanks for my first belly - yes, I need spanx - laugh of the week. I love it that you felt like a 16 yr. old trying to buy booze!
Love my spanx, just need an occasion to wear them... not much opportunity for fancy dresses out here in farm land these days!
Bet you looked HOT!
Feels good to feel good, eh? I mean when you look in the mirror and go REEEEERRR!
Discovered your blog through Nancy's "Great Sunday Reading" post. I knew I would love it as soon as I saw "I am often amazed and confused by the bizarre happenings behind the closed and competitive doors of the typical suburban home" - you had me at your subject heading... Love Spanx! But currently my husband is having an issue with when he accidentally saw what's under the clothes. Oh whateva!
I LOVE my spankx..a very good invest
ment. :)
OMG!!! i have not heard about these spanx!! i need to get out more Damn diapers!!!
Thanks for sharing. Between diapers changes and food throwing i am gonna check the mout for wearing under my wedding gown in just 24 days!!!
Spanx are a girl's best friend!! Worth every penny!
I did the same thing recently...I always do the same thing. I found Spanx a long time ago, but I still buy new dresses....it's my one chance (usually I do not get much more than that) to wear something besides jeans or yoga pants.
Holly @ 504 Main
My 20 year old daughter LOVES her Spanx! LOVES THEM!
I love my Spanx too!! I buy my online so I do not have to sneak around like a 16 yr old :o)
Ok, so I'm convinced I now need Spanx. I'm having the same issue with a wedding I have soon. So many pretty dresses, but they all make me look like I'm pregnant. And that sucks, since my youngest is 2 years old.
Wow--I've heard of spanx, but now I'm really curious. I would love to hide my middle-age spread! I'm going to take The Girl Next Door's advice and look for the knock-offs at Target.
I love beauty tips!!!
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