burm Posted March 13, 2008 #1 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Another weird question. Anyone have any Spanx bodyshapers? These are the undergarments so heavily endorsed by Oprah for holding it all in. Apparently even all the size 2 actresses and models wear them, as well as those of us who actually need them. Are they really that great and would they be appropriate for a cruise? You wouldn't want something that made you feel all hot and sweaty and constricted. They are supposed to be comfortable but how can they be if they are all that effective for doing what they are supposed to do???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJI2596 Posted March 13, 2008 #2 Share Posted March 13, 2008 They are fantastic. Spanx Higher Power are the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted March 13, 2008 #3 Share Posted March 13, 2008 They are what USED to be called "girdles"! Unless you wear something really tight and clingy, you probably won't need it! They are constrictive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 13, 2008 Author #4 Share Posted March 13, 2008 They are fantastic. Spanx Higher Power are the best. Would you wear them in a tropical setting? I understand that they are much lighter and more comfortable than those awful old girdles used to be. (I still remember my mother's old corsets with the whale bone :D ) Anyone have their capris or skirts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 13, 2008 Author #5 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Would you wear them in a tropical setting? I understand that they are much lighter and more comfortable than those awful old girdles used to be. (I still remember my mother's old corsets with the whale bone :D ) Anyone have their capris or skirts? Sorry, I meant to say Spanx capris or skirts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLLund Posted March 13, 2008 #6 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I love white pants on cruises and I will no longer be caught dead in white pants without spanx!! Also great for smoothing lines on a formal gown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthernGem09 Posted March 13, 2008 #7 Share Posted March 13, 2008 :) I absolutly LOVE my spanx, they are the best things in the world and much more comfortable than one would think. They are also easy to wash in the sink and hang to dry for the next day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 13, 2008 Author #8 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I just returned home with my new Spanx. They really do make you look nice and trim. Unfortunately, I was unsure about size so I decided to go with the regular waisted Power Panties for $12 less. I should have gone to the Higher Power that go up under the bust. I wish we could get the cut offs and the skirts (outerwear) here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurkernomore Posted March 13, 2008 #9 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I have worn them on my last two cruises - Eastern and Southern - and they were fine comfort wise. I love the bicycle short style for my summery dresses and wear the ones that go down to the calf with pants. This way I was still able to wear cute sandals. They are awesome at smoothing out all of the lumps and bumps. I am a size 4, and try not to wear pants without them. Well worth the money in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dona March Posted March 14, 2008 #10 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Spanx Rock I love them,they really work they take out all the lumps and bumps great with form fitting clothes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teanbean16 Posted March 14, 2008 #11 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I love my spanx. I wear them with all of my dresses and capris while cruising. Not a "jiggly" in sight--lol. They are a great investment. :) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dittos Posted March 14, 2008 #12 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I have taken my Spanx on my past two cruises and worn them almost every night! (Yes, I have more than one pair!) You will not get overheated in them even if you are dancing. Never go on a cruise without them. Once you wear Spanx, you will never wear a girdle again! If you do not own a pair yet, try to find a store where you can try them on. They come in many different styles and some seem to have more control than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfiegirl4 Posted March 14, 2008 #13 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I was wondering,I'm going to be in Orlando in Apr before our cruise and would love to buy a pair of high power spanx.Can someone tell me where I can get them.(what stores carry them?)We have them here where I live but they were out of those ones.I have a belly and want one for my dresses for the cruise. Thanks About how much do they cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfiegirl4 Posted March 14, 2008 #14 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I was wondering,I'm going to be in Orlando in Apr before our cruise and would love to buy a pair of high power spanx.Can someone tell me where I can get them.(what stores carry them?)We have them here where I live but they were out of those ones.I have a belly and want one for my dresses for the cruise. Thanks About how much do they cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfiegirl4 Posted March 14, 2008 #15 Share Posted March 14, 2008 sorry double post!! Don't know what happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIcruiser99 Posted March 14, 2008 #16 Share Posted March 14, 2008 If you go to the website for Spanx: http://www.spanx.com/pls/enetrixp/!stmenu_template.main?complex_id_in=477024.488866..488866.cat They list local stores that carry it - like - Nordstroms, Chicos, Lord and Taylor and many more. I would then call the store and make sure that they have it in stock. I also learned to order a size larger as they are tight. For me, the normal size was just too tight and hard to roll up. A size larger was perfect and kept all the rolls under control.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terri1020 Posted March 14, 2008 #17 Share Posted March 14, 2008 If you wear the Spanx that go just below your bra, do they roll down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 14, 2008 Author #18 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I was wondering,I'm going to be in Orlando in Apr before our cruise and would love to buy a pair of high power spanx.Can someone tell me where I can get them.(what stores carry them?)We have them here where I live but they were out of those ones.I have a belly and want one for my dresses for the cruise.Thanks About how much do they cost? Canada: http://www.whatgirlswant.ca/index.html They have the outerwear, capris and skirts too. Hard to get in Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 14, 2008 Author #19 Share Posted March 14, 2008 If you wear the Spanx that go just below your bra, do they roll down? I just bought the Power Panties that stop at the waist yesterday and wish I had purchased the Higher Power. The ones that stop at the waist are only for women who don't really need them :D I would really love to get the Bod-a-Bing! Cropped Pants and skirt. Anyone have them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisecrzy Posted March 14, 2008 #20 Share Posted March 14, 2008 You can get Spanx at Lane Bryant stores also. I did see an add for Spanx Bras, any one try them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurkernomore Posted March 14, 2008 #21 Share Posted March 14, 2008 You can get Spanx from QVC. I also bought my higher power pair at Cache, which I think is a fairly common mall store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labmom Posted March 14, 2008 #22 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Oh, I really love mine. I have 2 formals that I wear them with because I hate the little rolls on my sides. I'm not a hole lot over weight but I could use to lose 10-15 pounds:eek: Not going to give up my chocolat! I have a pair of white gauze capri's too and they really are great for that. I have a pair that go right under the bra line and they are very comfortable, just don't wait till the last minute to go to the bathroom:rolleyes: I also wear a pair under my shorts when I'm at the gym so you can't see underwear when the legs gap open:D Try them! Happy cruising, Pam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desperatehousewife Posted March 15, 2008 #23 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Oh, I really love mine. I have 2 formals that I wear them with because I hate the little rolls on my sides. I'm not a hole lot over weight but I could use to lose 10-15 pounds:eek: Not going to give up my chocolat! I have a pair of white gauze capri's too and they really are great for that. I have a pair that go right under the bra line and they are very comfortable, just don't wait till the last minute to go to the bathroom:rolleyes: I also wear a pair under my shorts when I'm at the gym so you can't see underwear when the legs gap open:D Try them!Happy cruising, Pam Question... the ones that go all the way up.. I believe they are called higher power or something.. Anywhoo,that seam under the bra, does it create a ridge if you wore something thin? Also, what about the leg... I want to know if it causes a problem in the thigh area even though it claims there is no band. Does it create a bulge:eek: there? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eltigre Posted March 15, 2008 #24 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I got a Sears brand same idea as Spanx to try out. Wearing today for first time & they do roll down & it is driving me crazy! If I stand only or sit only but stand & then sit & they roll. They do create a ridge between the bra & top of high waisted panty! BUT they do smooth things out wonderfully !! So need info from girls wearing the higher power regarding rolling & ridge PLEASE. I have to order online so want it to be right. Thanks el tigre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted March 15, 2008 Author #25 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I just ordered a Spanx short black skirt to take on our cruise. They sound great. Washable, non-wrinkling and they have an attached shaping liner. Should be perfect for shipwear. It might hide the extra pounds I put on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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