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You need something looser than a t-shirt...maybe a gauzy top with sleeves? It'll give you good sun protection, too. You just need to make sure it's a fabric that breathes. I can't do the shorts at Roo...too hot and cumbersome when using the portapotties. I find a dress or skirt lets the air flow (what little air there is to flow!).
Abra, These are my ideas for you. I personally am obsessed with sundresses so I can't get away from those, but I always wear shorts or capris underneath them (usually yoga shorts). So keep that sort of thing in mind.
Tshirt/jersey dresses?
I also thing beach cover-ups could be a good option for you. They will almost always be made of super breathable fabrics and many have some sort of sleeve. Again, you could pair with a type of bottom, but I have a few coverups that go to me knees (ish) I have tons of them because they are always so damn cute.
Welcome back Bonz, but I do not find it strange that your presence being requested in the Orgy thread and then you showing up, like it was the quacking Bonzai Bat Signal.
Post by abrakapokus on Jan 6, 2012 12:51:26 GMT -5
Those are super cute and I hadn't even thought of a bathing suit coverup. The green one would be perfect over a bathing suit top and maybe some work out shorts underneath....
Sass, that probably is why I was so hot. Cotton with no way for air to get under it. I'm going to have to keep a look out for some breezy tops that allow airflow.
Welcome back Bonz, but I do not find it strange that your presence being requested in the Orgy thread and then you showing up, like it was the quacking Bonzai Bat Signal.
when you guys wear spanx do they roll up or down on you?
down. i personally tried the biker short things one time and didn't like them at all, but have worn their tights before and really liked the way they fit. to me the short/brief things are only worth it if you are wearing clothing that shows extreme underwear lines or something like that.
Yeah, I have no idea how that post ended up here and not the drunk rambling thread. Probably because I was posting from my phone and I couldnt see what I was doing.
And no, I have no idea what spanx are other than a gift I give to someone who is very special to me...that particular evening...
i feel very honored that you used my post for your rambling.
to everyone else. yeah i used bike shorts last year and they worked well for me. i thought they would be hot and hard to deal with in the porta but they werent. i actually got some tshirt material ones - so they werent thick or that tight
So issue and maybe you guys have some insight. I've lost a lot of weight (was fat before and then had two kids) lost gained lost gained and now lost again....anyhow I don't feel comfortable showing my upper arms or upper thighs. Last year at roo I wore capris and teeshirts and was burning up. Every dress I find is sleeveless. Anything cool and breezy is a tanktop or short shorts. I'm at a loss on what to get for roo this year
here is a pic of me at coachella in a dress i got at target. since i've gotten it i've worn it one day at all of the outdoor fests i've been to. it is lightweight and has the flowy sleeves. if you keep an eye out there, you should be able to find some dresses with sleeves, there just won't be as much of a variety.
Fun fact: some of the bike short Spanx have slits in the crotch that you can hold open to pee. And also, for me they roll down slightly but still do their job without getting uncomfortable.
So issue and maybe you guys have some insight. I've lost a lot of weight (was fat before and then had two kids) lost gained lost gained and now lost again....anyhow I don't feel comfortable showing my upper arms or upper thighs. Last year at roo I wore capris and teeshirts and was burning up. Every dress I find is sleeveless. Anything cool and breezy is a tanktop or short shorts. I'm at a loss on what to get for roo this year
Look for kimono style dresses like the one in EAP's pic. I bought one last spring and I wore it at least once a week until it got too cold for it. Kimonos are flattering on just about any body type and they allow a lot of airflow. I'm on the hunt for more before Roo.
when you guys wear spanx do they roll up or down on you?
If I wear the regular ones, they roll down. But I get the Higher Power ones and they're GREAT. A little more expensive, but they don't move because you can tuck the top under your bra. And they have the split panty. Brilliant overall.
Abra I'm with you on the upper arms and stuff. Over the years at Roo I've found that skirts and dresses are the only way for me to stay cool, Check out this company Holyclothing.com for some boho kinds of skirts and they also have a couple of short sleeved dresses. The prices are pretty good and the sizes seem to go from small to 7x. Just keep an eye on your fabric because they have goth stuff and velvet as well. Also I second the emotion, fuck spanx.
Finally I'll say this, it's bonnaroo and there will be people of every shape, size and description. I wouldn't worry too much about your arms, I', positive we will see something way more fun to talk about
Abra I'm with you on the upper arms and stuff. Over the years at Roo I've found that skirts and dresses are the only way for me to stay cool, Check out this company Holyclothing.com for some boho kinds of skirts and they also have a couple of short sleeved dresses. The prices are pretty good and the sizes seem to go from small to 7x. Just keep an eye on your fabric because they have goth stuff and velvet as well. Also I second the emotion, quack spanx.
Finally I'll say this, it's bonnaroo and there will be people of every shape, size and description. I wouldn't worry too much about your arms, I', positive we will see something way more fun to talk about
You girls need to quit worrying so much about your little flaws and love your bodies. I'm a big girl. I was a big girl when I was thin because I'm thick and muscular. And now I'm fat, thick and muscular. I'm talking about all I need is to gain 25 more pounds to be eligible for bariatric surgery fat. I go to Roo in tank tops and dresses with spaghetti straps. I don't care so much about how I look because my main goal is to be comfortable with the heat, etc. Don't worry about hiding your little flaws cause there will be girls like me out there flapping our flabby bat wing arms and rocking our double chins. Just be comfortable in what you're wearing and fuck everyone else! If you're standing next to me you're gonna look hot in comparison, I promise.
Post by dreamingtree on Jan 11, 2012 15:43:31 GMT -5
^^^ I love you for this!! I am pretty ok with my body but being over 40 I do have stuff I worry about but at Roo I just really don't care. Last year I even wore tubetop dresses with no bra - I have never been anywhere in public with no bra - ever before. It may not have looked pretty but it was so nice and comfy!!!
You girls need to quit worrying so much about your little flaws and love your bodies. I'm a big girl. I was a big girl when I was thin because I'm thick and muscular. And now I'm fat, thick and muscular. I'm talking about all I need is to gain 25 more pounds to be eligible for bariatric surgery fat. I go to Roo in tank tops and dresses with spaghetti straps. I don't care so much about how I look because my main goal is to be comfortable with the heat, etc. Don't worry about hiding your little flaws cause there will be girls like me out there flapping our flabby bat wing arms and rocking our double chins. Just be comfortable in what you're wearing and quack everyone else! If you're standing next to me you're gonna look hot in comparison, I promise.
I love this! Also, there will be bra-less-ness happening for this girl at 'Roo. I've nursed 2 children, the whole world has seen my boobs anyway!
I wore sleeveless cotton dresses almost all of last roo, and I was SO hot all day. I can't imagine more or less clothing make me more or less comfortable lol. Although I think the day I wore my dress that had sleeves, I was a bit less sweaty.
I also wore men's boxer briefs under my dresses so I didn't have to worry about giving strangers a nice crotch shot when I sat on the ground. They were awesome and much cheaper than bike shorts.
I dig my men's boxer briefs. I bought some to wear while I was pregnant with my son in hotter-than-hell Mississippi and they were a dream come true for comfort.
Post by cinnamon girl on Jan 12, 2012 15:19:54 GMT -5
hey ladies! found this dress on ebay today...free shipping! it's not really my style...but i thought someone here would love it. it looks superrrrr breezy. and covers arms!
Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go on an overnight drunk, and in 10 days I'm going to set out to find the shark that ate my friend and destroy it. Anyone who wants to tag along is more than welcome.
Post by abrakapokus on Jan 12, 2012 15:30:12 GMT -5
To those looking at spanx look at Flexees instead. They are just as good but you can find them at Marshalls or Ross for about 1/2 the price of even the cheap spanx.
I didn't see all the updates on this thread till now. EAP I love that dress. Also I wear the workout shorts that are like leggings under long t-shirts when I'm doing any kind of physical activity. Might pick up a couple extra pairs for Roo.
hey ladies! found this dress on ebay today...free shipping! it's not really my style...but i thought someone here would love it. it looks superrrrr breezy. and covers arms!
Being hot at Roo is like being dance-y at a Robyn show. It's just gonna happen! That said, if you're uncomfortable with your upper arms (and this has def been said between all the lovely ladies) go with floaty sleeves. Or even get tanks and sleeveless stuff, and then add a "ruffle sleeve" to it! basically a bit of fabric sewn to the tank! Boom! Arms covered, but not confined in a sleeve.
Im so proud of all the ladies who are losing, AND all the ladies who just love themselves and their bodies! We're a fantastic group, us GFT-ers. you all know that right?!
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Has anyone tried their underwear? My friend said he was the most comfortable the day he wore his under armour shirt, so I might snag one or two. I'm thinking the boy shorts would be amazing under a dress. Though I'm not seeing any boyshorts on sale there..