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Haha, no. Every now and then, I got little tokens of appreciation. A free ticket to a drag show, a bottle of awesome lotion, a bracelet, lipgloss. Lady DeVilla brought me an orchid once. But money-wise, I wouldn't have been allowed to keep any tips I received anyway.
Don't bother. Seriously, spending money on a new bra every time you outgrow one during pregnancy is so expensive and unnecessary.
Find yourself a really comfy sports bra that has a little room and wait to get an actual bra postpartum.
42HHH. And no, they weren't real. Why anyone would do that to themselves intentionally is beyond me. But, to each their own, I guess.
When old people ONLY want white linens and refuse to buy any other color even if we don't have what they're looking for in stock.
"How about this eggshell?" "Nope, I want white. Colored undies are for the devil's children." Ugh, whatever.
The only one who can make you feel sexy is you. Your opinion of yourself is the only opinion that matters.
The more confident you are, the easier it is to shop for intimates.
Around $11 an hour with small bonuses for other accomplishments. Not the best pay, but it was just a part time job so I didn't really complain.
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Story Part 1: http://imgur.com/gallery/YY4UI
Story Part 2: http://imgur.com/gallery/xiGGi
Story Part 3: http://imgur.com/gallery/5fgoj
Story Part 4: http://imgur.com/gallery/TGjBf
Story Part 5: http://imgur.com/gallery/jfpJ2
Story Part 6: http://imgur.com/gallery/J20jW
AMA 1: http://imgur.com/gallery/tqwb7
AMA 2: http://imgur.com/gallery/XII32
AMA 3: http://imgur.com/gallery/55DWr
AMA 4: http://imgur.com/gallery/U9sJQ
AMA 5: http://imgur.com/gallery/ZWpRZ
AMA 6: http://imgur.com/gallery/fm7Sk
AMA 7: http://imgur.com/gallery/2BlkA
Lingerie Guide: http://imgur.com/gallery/g26n8
Bra & Accessory Guide: http://imgur.com/gallery/ZNhPn
HeWhoPours
What was your worst experience ever? Also, what is your current job if this was in the past?
HeyFreckleFace
As someone with tiny tatas, the concept of bras and their cost is often times lost on me.
flushedphoenix
I was 28M pre reduction now 28G I am lucky in the UK to have Bravissimo for my underwear needs I can't understand false ones! pain pain pain
eronth
here's a good question you may or may not be able to answer. Do men's undies matter, and if so what are the most common preferences.
thebirdgirl
Do most stores have trained fitters? I am looking to invest in a strapless bra (big boobs, so it's risky) & I don't know where to go.
Tate713
U.S. Department stores do, like JC Penney or Dillards.
mrsmozzarella
Herroom.com has a fantastic self-fitting assessment. There are so many questions, but I found the best bra of my life from them.
silentbob62
Are you still working as a lingerie fitter? If not, would you ever want to do it again, full time?
Graustanding
Legit post, and I'm a guy. Well done.
Imguryousavedmysoul
TIL as a straight male, my dream job is no longer a lingerie salesperson. OP you've seen some shit. (In reference to OP's previous posts)
voltron7812
same. i'll continue doing my desk job that makes twice as much and doesn't involve fitting drag queens and old people for underwear.
Girlygigglebutt
I would love to get $11 an hour
MenstrualMonster
Be honest, if you get a very big woman, do you and the other employees joke about her once she's gone?
smashadages
Most retail employees harmlessly make fun of just about everyone for everything. It's not considered a big deal, however you wanna take it.
brindolyn
Probably not, because OP doesn't seem like a jackass...
thebirdgirl
I can't speak for OP, but I'd worked in a sportswear store and we had customers of all body sizes. We never even mentioned body size. 1/2
thebirdgirl
A) had better things to do and B) we weren't immature assholes. Maybe they were a very fat runner. Maybe they weren't. Not my business.
fishflakes
I work in IT and I've realized that the worse the work place is, the more we make fun of customers. It's a coping mechanism, not personal.
MenstrualMonster
Well I was thinking having to take your shirt off to be fitted would be hard for someone who was self conscious about their weight. And was
MenstrualMonster
thinking I always tell myself in that situation, no one cares, it's their job, but what if they do??? o.O
veronicamarsdestroyerofworlds
As someone in customer service, we only make fun of the assholes. Seriously, if you're nice to us we would never be dicks about your weight
MenstrualMonster
That makes me feel better. I'm super passive and quiet so it helps my case.
fishflakes
I'm overweight myself, so I sympathize. I'm just saying that sometimes making fun of customers after they leave isn't about them, it means 1
fishflakes
2 They're very unhappy with the environment. If the employees look happy and the workplace isn't bad, they probably won't make fun of you.
thebirdgirl
What kind of training did you get before you started work?
kickinballs
Or when women expect like a 50% discount on a nighty that has a SMALL snag....
souleater4231
OP, you seem like such a lovely person! Id let you fit me anytime, gurl.
numbertenox
"little tokens of appreciation" ...
thisisnotmyname
As a former bra specialist at Victoria's Secret, your stories bring back too many memories.
BazingaFlinga
If you're wondering what 42HHH boobs look like, DO NOT google it.
imnotwearingunderweartoday
Why do you do this?!
IHadADifferentAccountButSomebodyCreepedMeOutSoIChangiedIt
What's your favorite part of the job? And your least-favorite?
MakeTabbouleNotWar
In your opinion what are the best manufactured bra's out on the market right now? I use to be a size 38 DD and Cacique was always my (1/?)
MakeTabbouleNotWar
..go to for bras. I've dropped some weight after baby #2 and I'm not a 36 C. They don't carry my size any longer. What would you suggest?
MakeTabbouleNotWar
*now SHAT
Moradeth
42HHH?! Dear lord... what's the biggest natural (you think) you've fitted?
lemonyfresh
Haha! 'Colored undies are for the devil's children.'
HeyFreckleFace
http://imgur.com/eM6tDir
returntonorway
Did you ever feel awkward when you first started fitting ladies for underwear?
Nibiria
Do you have any more stories? They were all fantastic.
TheBodaciousBoudica
Why is it so hard to find 32AA push up bras? they're all B's, C's, and D's, and lets face it, AA's need one most!
caralily
Hint: Sometimes they're like $5 on Victoria's Secret's website in the clearance section.
AnnieeBanana
Because girls with AA have nothing to push up...source: My small boobies.
iampoorandsomeoneshavedmyhugecat
Or small bras that aren't padded...don't tell me not to be cool with how I am, Victoria's Secret!
instamatical
I am dumbfounded by the 42HHH. I'm naturally a HH and I find that terrible enough. Jeeze!
NotTheManhattenProject
Represent.
pyrobob4
"Your opinion of yourself is the only opinion that matters." I'm not sure this is the kind of platitude they are looking for...
pyrobob4
I mean, not to sound rude or anything. But they were probably looking for advice on physical support, not emotional.
LegenWaitForIt
That or trying to find a sexy bra in their size. B and C cups get the best designs.
jimmycarrsweirdlaugh
I have to say confidence is the sexiest. I have seen some banging hot proud big girls and some thin shy girls who just made me sad.
TheAnswerIsAlwaysYuengling
Apparently I'm a child of the devil, because I haven't had plain white underwear since I was 12.
Illegitimatekitten
I don't think my mother would even buy me white underwear as a child.
whaticallhilarious
I'm religious, yet TIL I am also a child of the devil.
Granolaclusters
Period stains? I don't understand why white is the standard when black hides everything...
SerialKitten666
White underwear just gets stained one way or another. It's sexy once or twice and then never again, bleh
SayWhatYouMeanMeanWhatYouSay
That was my first thought, you can only wear white underwear once, then it's just gross and you need to burn it...
Pheerme
White undies are the devil... a nightmare to keep clean
Chevellefreak90
*raises beer* A toast to all the devils children! Here here!
TheAnswerIsAlwaysYuengling
+1 to someone who knows the answer. *clinks Yuengling*
minimouse
Keep the questions coming, guys!
MiltonTheBetta
Any tips on picking out underwear if you're a bigger girl? Cause sometimes it fits in the butt, and waist but it's too small in front...
kkhoney
I used to do bra fittings, but why not offer a more specific guide to help understand what a good fit feels like and how to do yourself
minimouse
Honestly, because it would be so long. Maybe I will sometime. I had to go through a few weeks of training to get my full knowledge.
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
Would totally love if you did this. I've tried to measure myself but I do something wrong.
kkhoney
Just curious! It is so hard to find a good fit which is why everyone should get professionally measured at least for a basis
minimouse
Oh, no. I get that. Trust me haha. But I'd have a lot of shit to explain so I'd need to take some time and write it out.
JEverlast
What would you do for a klondike bar?
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DrSexyMD
Go braless all the time? I'm super jealous, you must be able to run and go up and down stairs and lie on your stomach.
SaveAWhistleBlowALifeguard
Also, thanks for answering! :)
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DrSexyMD
Haha, get some Pasties? :P
itxtalone
were most of your costumers return costumers or mostly new ones ?
CallMeRusty
This may have already been asked/answered, but how did you get in to this job?
YouWereAlmostAJillSandwich
That's what I was going to ask!
Lasmodoe
I'm with @JEverlast
ForTheLoveOfTalosShutUpAndLetsGetThisOverWith
Are there even good options for bigger girls? I'm afraid to try and I don't know where to go to do it. I don't want to do online.
ThrewOutMyHipster
what was the most common large size to be bought, and was it bought more by naturally large-breasted women, or ones who had surgery?
Lurkermego
What was your first day like?
itxtalone
Where do/did you work ?
pushyourluck
From @saffr Any opinions on quality of various brands of bras/lingerie? Good sources for extended sizes, both above and below the avg?
saffr
*fistbump*
pushyourluck
I figured it would be more likely for OP to see the question if it was a reply to her comment.
PMMEYOURLADYSHRUBBERY
Do you only fit bras, or do people actually ask for help with fitting panties and other lingerie?
KlaatuBaradaMumbleMumble
Every time I go to get fitted somewhere, they try to sell me a bra that makes me spill out. Can you recommend a good place? PLEASE?
aselfdefeatingattitude
Can guys get a job doing this? If not, can my sister who looks just like me in a wig get a job doing this?
thGreatPerhaps
As a girl with a not-so-big chest, any suggestions on how to make/fake better cleavage? Or is a padded bra the way forward?
therewasthisgirl
I'm 30HHH. I can't buy bras online because they don't end up fitting quite right. I feel my options in store are so expensive! Any advice?
TheMustacheBetWinner
What brands do you recommend?
greatscreenname
What's the best bra for jogging? I'm a guy.
Evellia
It seems that cute bras are only for girls with small boobs? Can you recommend any brands that make cute ones for people with D and bigger?
jessprime
YES.
DrSexyMD
This site is awesome for bigger sizes, I've loved everything I've gotten from here! http://www.brastop.com/
Creamyman
how often do women queef while your fitting them?
DrSexyMD
Women don't just randomly queef. When you to the horizontal tango air gets in there and it's gotta come out sometime.
imustnottelllies
Advice question: What about lopsided women? It's supposedly very common and I'm wondering what your advice would be when we are bra shopping
SingingKrogan
I may have missed it - but where did you work again? Also, what would you say the difference is between where you were and VS?
SingingKrogan
(I only ask because I worked at VS)
shineycupcakes
Do you think it is better to shell out for expensive lingerie that will last longer and is more comfy than buying cheap dept. store stuff?
veronicamarsdestroyerofworlds
one nude-colored victoria's secret bra with minimal padding and a comfortable underwire. You will wear this every day, padawan.
DrSexyMD
YES YES a million times YES! I started buying quality bras about a year ago and they last so much longer and save me so much pain!
veronicamarsdestroyerofworlds
just realized that sounded kind of snotty so just to be clear, I'm saying yes! buying one expensive bra is always the best choice
shineycupcakes
Oh no, it wasn't at all! Thanks for the advice.
saffr
Any opinions on quality of various brands of bras/lingerie? Good sources for extended sizes, both above and below the avg?
rusalka
As a 30FF/G my favorite brands are Freya and Panache. Nordstrom carries great options. Also check out r/ABraThatFits!
saffr
I had to get Bratabase's help, even after the ABTF fit. And Nordstrom carries zero shallow bras, especially in 30C
rusalka
I'm sorry to hear that. I'm shallow too and my favorite bra is the Freya Patsy.
JohnCaravella
I first read this as above and below the vag. I'm sorry...
saffr
Y'all best check yoself before yo wreck yoself in an socially awkward and inappropriate manner.
fjsirkgicosnwmrkvkc
Faux pas motherfucker
DieselGiraffe
I did the exact same thing.
pouncingocelot
Me too! And then was like... oh shit I hope I'm not alone.
doctorbees
As a 32D/DD, I await an answer. Currently VS is my only source of cute bras, but they're hella expensive :(
theyellowbird
30D. :( I feel your pain.
TheAnswerIsAlwaysYuengling
Calvin Klein does 32D/DDs! They're great - but also very expensive. I've also tried just getting a 34C/D, which is the "comparable" size.
TheMsEvans
Same size here. Try Lane Bryant. They have sales usually twice a year where you can get 2 for 1 prices, or better.
doctorbees
Didn't even think about Lane Bryant! Thanks!!
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
Adding on to this question - are there any cheaper brands that are a decent quality?
butteredbread
I doubt you have them in the states (I'm in Cananda) and they definitely wouldn't be at JC Penny but "Fit Fully Yours" is the BEST value!!
saffr
The internet is a magical thing in the world of bras. I've totally ordered bras from Poland, via Amazon.
butteredbread
I believe they're located in Mississauga, Ontario. I personally don't know that I would EVER buy a bra on-line, too much risk.
saffr
Two words: return. policy.
rusalka
If you're at all average sized or above, unfortunately no. Nordstrom Rack has great deals though on bras normally $40-$70.
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
C.
rusalka
This is a great guide for measuring yourself if you don't have a good store nearby:
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
1/ ?I used one once and it said if you had an inch between the largest part and the underboob, you were an A, 2 B, etc. Said I was an A