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Shopping for underwear sucks. The prices are unreasonable, some of the designs are just disturbing, and, well, finding non-synthetic underwear for a good price is just not easy. But, hey, it’s something all us ladies have to go through, so why not laugh about it?
Illustrator C. Cassandra can help us out with that. She depicted 6 reasons why shopping for underwear sucks and they’re both hilarious and completely relatable! Take a look below.
If you enjoyed these illustrations, be sure to follow her on Instagram and check our previous article featuring her illustrations about women’s everyday problems.
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NoliBelle 8 years ago
Try buying satin bikini cut panties. Go ahead. Try it. I'll wait.... See? No chance! Everything is thong this or cotton panties that or boy shorts or grannypanties. WHY is satin bikini (or string bikini) out of the question!?!?! Don't get me started on satin non-padded/non-lined bras. Why and when did REAL lingerie die? You wanna know what Victoria's Secret is? She has NO TASTE. Shhh! Don't tell anybody. It's a "secret".
SuperGluglu Aroulette 8 years ago
I agree because I've always loved lingerie....... I can understand some poeple have sensitive skin and prefere wearing cotton, but I think many girls just have this popular idea that sexy lingerie is, or even SHOULD, be uncomfortable.. Sometimes it feels like you HAVE to suffer to be beautiful, as the saying goes! No!! Not at all! As long as you know your size and are aware that it can get different according to the brand/bra types, just try some, as you said, and you'll see! If really it doesn't fit for whatever reason, it's fine, you should wear whatever you like. But i can't help it but think that it's always nice to look at yourself wearing something nice that makes you feel even more beautiful! Especially with all this body image pressure going on.. You can get some amazing lingerie sets on the internet for a good price, so money shouldn't be a problem either! And I agree about Victoria's Secret.. I'm definitely not a fan..
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Amanda Panda 8 years ago
I hate buying bras and undies at stores, I don't like people seeing what I choose to wear under my clothes, feels a bit intimate. I prefer to buy online when possible. But that's just me :)
Daria B 8 years ago
I don't dare buyinh bras online. If I can't try, I don't buy. It's really hard to find one that matches.
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Zinaida Aleksandroff 8 years ago
There are a few brands that have nice cotton undies :) but the bra struggle is real, I can only shop from UK (only they offer my size) and I have to pay for it to be able to try it on and see it looks s**t or size is smaller than expected even though it is same measures
Talise Snyder 8 years ago
same, i always buy sports bras, finding inexpensive bras that fit takes forever, and when i finally find that one that's comfortable and cheap, its neon pink or something and will totally show up under my shirt.
Cherie 8 years ago
I did find one that I like, but it was expensive. Yes, let's encourage ladieto consider the ctomfy, stretchy, cotton-based bra that breathes.
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Misty Pal 8 years ago
OMG I love Cassandra's work, each one is so true, its really become a challenge shopping for the right under clothes! Amirite? Finding 100% Cotton is like finding treasure ????
Misty Pal 8 years ago
Jockey has been great though, been buying it for quite a while now.. really comfy, mostly cotton... Lifesaver Brand!
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Glynis Lailann 8 years ago
Very realistic cartoon, especially the bit about natural fibres. The underwires in bras drive me crazy - I hate the @#$% things.
Cherie 8 years ago
I think this site just caused a meltdown among all us ladies who loathe the fashion industry for telling us what we should want, rather than what we are looking for. I've been here, and waiting for the rest of you. There's probably hundreds of others around me, but I am focused on getting the rest of you on board. Please don't buy expensive and inappropriate lingeree just because you think you are expected to? Get what fits, is comfy and don't cave. :)
SuperGluglu Aroulette 8 years ago
We definitely don't have the same perception of shopping for underwear then ^^ (maybe because I go shopping for lingerie and not underwear?) and I don't understand why cotton is so popular? Other kind of fabrics, like lycra, look great and are very comfortable..
Daria B 8 years ago
Well, some skin types can get irritated by non-natural materials. I also prefer cotton or something alike. But then, I'm the kind who cannot stand the touch of nylon stocking.
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Susanna Vesna 8 years ago
Try Women's Sectret- i think it has a lot of cotton- some soft colours, cozy PJs, classy sexy, not skanky s**t from Lasenza or Victoria's secret!
Over Opinionated 8 years ago
If you're going out and believe you might get lucky sure the butt floss and under wire boob harness but most days cotton is my best friend nobody sees it so just buy beige everything I hate when fuchsia bras (or panties) show through white tops (or pants) how do you not see that before going out.
Caroline Driver 8 years ago
Is it a US thing? I have no trouble buying reasonably priced, cotton briefs that aren't thongs, boy shorts, big knickers. Bras yes, are expensive, and I loathe trying them on in changing rooms, even individual ones, so I try and buy the same ones again
Nina Hirvonen 8 years ago
I can confirm this, having moved from Europe to the US. Haven't found a single bra to wear. I now buy my underwear on trips back home.
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Vajlett By-Vajlett 8 years ago
Here in Belarus we dont have such problems - plenty of cotton simple design underwear wich cost less than 5 bucks))) just check out mark formelle brand for ex.
Georgia Stergiadis 8 years ago
Bra shopping is probably one of the most daunting things a woman ever has to shop for. Some strange woman checking out if the breasts fit inside the bra, checking out to see if it looks tight anywhere, etc.
Atul Singh 7 years ago
Nice post. Shopping For Underwear Sucks . informative posts.I am very happy to read this. This is the kind of manual that needs to be given and not the random miss information that's at the other blogs. Appreciate your sharing this best posting. vist my offers - http://www.mytokri.com/zivame-coupons/
You'reNotTheBossOfMe 8 years ago
The worst part of shopping for underwear is the HORRIBLE overhead lighting in the changing rooms! WHAT are these people thinking?? Victoria Secret does it right... a nice pink glow from behind the mirror. You look like a goddess. And for some reason you look 10 years younger. But go to La Senza. A hot-white spotlight blazing on the crown of your head light a spotlight... every wrinkle shows, every shadow looks like black ink... you look like you haven't slept in weeks. Geeze.
Đen Nguyễn 8 years ago
lucky for us guys, just walk to the convenience store and pick up a bag full of undies for 5 bucks
Cherie 8 years ago
Dammit, this is a girls night out - of the bra. Get outta here, you snug creepy guy troll. Jk, you can stay if you don't mind being yelled at for being obnoxious.
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Cherie 8 years ago
Definitely. The first world problem for females is puberty - becoming a woman.
Load More Replies... NoliBelle 8 years ago
Try buying satin bikini cut panties. Go ahead. Try it. I'll wait.... See? No chance! Everything is thong this or cotton panties that or boy shorts or grannypanties. WHY is satin bikini (or string bikini) out of the question!?!?! Don't get me started on satin non-padded/non-lined bras. Why and when did REAL lingerie die? You wanna know what Victoria's Secret is? She has NO TASTE. Shhh! Don't tell anybody. It's a "secret".
SuperGluglu Aroulette 8 years ago
I agree because I've always loved lingerie....... I can understand some poeple have sensitive skin and prefere wearing cotton, but I think many girls just have this popular idea that sexy lingerie is, or even SHOULD, be uncomfortable.. Sometimes it feels like you HAVE to suffer to be beautiful, as the saying goes! No!! Not at all! As long as you know your size and are aware that it can get different according to the brand/bra types, just try some, as you said, and you'll see! If really it doesn't fit for whatever reason, it's fine, you should wear whatever you like. But i can't help it but think that it's always nice to look at yourself wearing something nice that makes you feel even more beautiful! Especially with all this body image pressure going on.. You can get some amazing lingerie sets on the internet for a good price, so money shouldn't be a problem either! And I agree about Victoria's Secret.. I'm definitely not a fan..
Load More Replies... Amanda Panda 8 years ago
I hate buying bras and undies at stores, I don't like people seeing what I choose to wear under my clothes, feels a bit intimate. I prefer to buy online when possible. But that's just me :)
Daria B 8 years ago
I don't dare buyinh bras online. If I can't try, I don't buy. It's really hard to find one that matches.
Load More Replies... Zinaida Aleksandroff 8 years ago
There are a few brands that have nice cotton undies :) but the bra struggle is real, I can only shop from UK (only they offer my size) and I have to pay for it to be able to try it on and see it looks s**t or size is smaller than expected even though it is same measures
Talise Snyder 8 years ago
same, i always buy sports bras, finding inexpensive bras that fit takes forever, and when i finally find that one that's comfortable and cheap, its neon pink or something and will totally show up under my shirt.
Cherie 8 years ago
I did find one that I like, but it was expensive. Yes, let's encourage ladieto consider the ctomfy, stretchy, cotton-based bra that breathes.
Load More Replies... Misty Pal 8 years ago
OMG I love Cassandra's work, each one is so true, its really become a challenge shopping for the right under clothes! Amirite? Finding 100% Cotton is like finding treasure ????
Misty Pal 8 years ago
Jockey has been great though, been buying it for quite a while now.. really comfy, mostly cotton... Lifesaver Brand!
Load More Replies... Glynis Lailann 8 years ago
Very realistic cartoon, especially the bit about natural fibres. The underwires in bras drive me crazy - I hate the @#$% things.
Cherie 8 years ago
I think this site just caused a meltdown among all us ladies who loathe the fashion industry for telling us what we should want, rather than what we are looking for. I've been here, and waiting for the rest of you. There's probably hundreds of others around me, but I am focused on getting the rest of you on board. Please don't buy expensive and inappropriate lingeree just because you think you are expected to? Get what fits, is comfy and don't cave. :)
SuperGluglu Aroulette 8 years ago
We definitely don't have the same perception of shopping for underwear then ^^ (maybe because I go shopping for lingerie and not underwear?) and I don't understand why cotton is so popular? Other kind of fabrics, like lycra, look great and are very comfortable..
Daria B 8 years ago
Well, some skin types can get irritated by non-natural materials. I also prefer cotton or something alike. But then, I'm the kind who cannot stand the touch of nylon stocking.
Load More Replies... Susanna Vesna 8 years ago
Try Women's Sectret- i think it has a lot of cotton- some soft colours, cozy PJs, classy sexy, not skanky s**t from Lasenza or Victoria's secret!
Over Opinionated 8 years ago
If you're going out and believe you might get lucky sure the butt floss and under wire boob harness but most days cotton is my best friend nobody sees it so just buy beige everything I hate when fuchsia bras (or panties) show through white tops (or pants) how do you not see that before going out.
Caroline Driver 8 years ago
Is it a US thing? I have no trouble buying reasonably priced, cotton briefs that aren't thongs, boy shorts, big knickers. Bras yes, are expensive, and I loathe trying them on in changing rooms, even individual ones, so I try and buy the same ones again
Nina Hirvonen 8 years ago
I can confirm this, having moved from Europe to the US. Haven't found a single bra to wear. I now buy my underwear on trips back home.
Load More Replies... Vajlett By-Vajlett 8 years ago
Here in Belarus we dont have such problems - plenty of cotton simple design underwear wich cost less than 5 bucks))) just check out mark formelle brand for ex.
Georgia Stergiadis 8 years ago
Bra shopping is probably one of the most daunting things a woman ever has to shop for. Some strange woman checking out if the breasts fit inside the bra, checking out to see if it looks tight anywhere, etc.
Atul Singh 7 years ago
Nice post. Shopping For Underwear Sucks . informative posts.I am very happy to read this. This is the kind of manual that needs to be given and not the random miss information that's at the other blogs. Appreciate your sharing this best posting. vist my offers - http://www.mytokri.com/zivame-coupons/
You'reNotTheBossOfMe 8 years ago
The worst part of shopping for underwear is the HORRIBLE overhead lighting in the changing rooms! WHAT are these people thinking?? Victoria Secret does it right... a nice pink glow from behind the mirror. You look like a goddess. And for some reason you look 10 years younger. But go to La Senza. A hot-white spotlight blazing on the crown of your head light a spotlight... every wrinkle shows, every shadow looks like black ink... you look like you haven't slept in weeks. Geeze.
Đen Nguyễn 8 years ago
lucky for us guys, just walk to the convenience store and pick up a bag full of undies for 5 bucks
Cherie 8 years ago
Dammit, this is a girls night out - of the bra. Get outta here, you snug creepy guy troll. Jk, you can stay if you don't mind being yelled at for being obnoxious.
Load More Replies... Cherie 8 years ago
Definitely. The first world problem for females is puberty - becoming a woman.
Load More Replies...
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