Produktomtale. Den er veldig lang, men konklusjonen er at hun er en slank dame med veltrente lårmuskler som gjør at lårene gnisser. Hun har derfor unngått skjørt og kjoler. Med Bandelettes lårbånd fra Bonding er hun veldig fornøyd:
Bandelettes review– do they help with thigh chafing on muscular legs? Review posted on Muscles and Curves Blog A while ago, I stumbled across the website for Bandelettes (I’m pretty sure it was from a blog that mentioned or reviewed them, but I’ve since forgotten which one, whoops). As a person whose anatomy dictates that she will always have some part of her thighs that touch, regardless of relative body fat, I was immediately intrigued. I looked at many of the reviews linked on the site, but wasn’t sure based on the reviews whether they would work well for more muscular legs. I dithered over whether or not to order a few times over the next few weeks, but ultimately couldn’t decide whether it was worth purchasing or not, so I emailed the company and asked if they’d be willing to send a pair for review, and was wondering whether they’d gotten feedback from muscular or hourglass women (two populations that are perhaps more likely than average to have thighs that touch). They kindly agreed to send me a pair* to try, and asked for my thigh measurement. (I measured at what I believed to be the largest part of my thigh at 24 inches– which put me in size B). I tried on the beige pair immediately upon arrival– my husband commented that they are definitely attractive on (if there was any doubt, rest assured that they do look just like they do on the website on– the appearance on is like the upper band of a thigh high stocking). For those purposes, the black pair are more visually appealing due to the contrast with my skin tone, in my opinion. We’ve been having a terrible heat wave recently, which meant I had several opportunities to give them a whirl. I wore them on a weekend with my favorite short skirt– the skirt was just long enough to cover the bands. For this reason, I went with the beige pair– they are a good match for my fair skin tone, and were essentially invisible under the skirt even when the skirt moved up. Though I can't swear they would be invisible underneath a thin jersey skirt, there are no telltale lines to show that I have the bandelettes on underneath with the skirts I tried (I prefer not to have obvious signs of what I'm wearing underneath clothing, for the most part). More important than the appearance, they worked! Despite being outside in 100+ degree weather (38+ Celsius) and shopping for several hours wearing the bandelettes, without rest breaks, I experienced absolutely no chafing at all. Success! Emboldened by the first success, I decided to wear a new knee-length skirt to work for a day where I needed to look professional. Though I didn't realize it at the time, this was a pretty intense challenge for the bandelettes-- it was another very high humidity, over 100 degree day, and I was doing a lot of walking outside, and it was a long work day, as well. I decided to wear the black pair since the skirt was long enough they wouldn't be visible unintentionally. (my husband tucked the back tag of the shirt in before I left for the day) In this case, the bandelettes did not completely prevent chafing by the end of the day-- but I had immeasurably less chafing than I would have if I hadn't worn them. I've cleaned both of the pairs I have several times now, and am pleased with how easy they are to clean (hand wash only, but since they are small and lack underwires, it truly is no hassle to toss them in the sink with a little detergent for a few minutes, then rinse), and how fast they dry (hang dry, but easily completely dry overnight with no special tricks needed). They really do enable me to wear skirts! Normally, I don't wear them when it's really hot due to the chafing risk-- but it really does allow me to wear a skirt, without needing to worry about whether it'll be so humid or hot that I'll have thigh chafing all day long (which is a miserable experience I'm loathe to repeat). I've worn skirts or dresses 3 days in the two weeks since I've received them, as compared to 3 times total this summer before that (and two of those times, I got such bad chafing that I considered swearing them off for all future summers). I do think more muscular women (those that weight train regularly, for example) should consider sizing up-- when I measure at the very top of my thigh (it looks narrower compared to where I measured, at 24 inches, but I start to have butt muscles in that place, near the back where I experience chafing), my thighs are more like 24.25 inches. Size C is described for thighs between 25-26 inches (so, in theory, I still should fit better in size B), but I think the gaps in the lace might be slightly too large and allowed some of the skin to contact the textured lace on the outside of the other band, which was what allowed for the chafing to occur on the hot, knee-length skirt day (though swelling and sweat were also likely factors). I also have issues with the top of the band rolling down a bit in the back (though this is not visible with clothing, and the bands are able to stay up, regardless)-- I think because my muscles are firm and larger than many women's, I may not "squish" as much as the size has estimated and therefore a size up might be the correct size I should try. I was contacted again by Bandelettes to see how the product worked for me, and I gave my honest experience (albeit shorter than my post here). They very kindly sent me a pair in size C to see if that solved the chafing issue (though I emphasized that it was a truly exceptional circumstance, and that I didn't think it was a product issue). I had another day in which I needed to dress more formally only a few days later, so I broke out another pencil skirt (this one even more slim fitting than the earlier one-- and lacking a back slit!), and my brand new Portofino top (love!), and went to work. The bandelettes were noticeably a bit larger compared to the size B, and they did not show any crease or mark underneath, despite the slimness of the skirt. This was a really long day, again, with a 2 hour presentation (and assisting with set-up), several long walks in 100 degree heat, and a happy hour with friends immediately after work. Though it felt absolutely wonderful to get home after that long day and shuck off my heels, skirt, and bandelettes, I experienced absolutely NO chafing. Based on my experience, I think it may be advisable to order a size larger than recommended for muscular women, at least if you are near the upper end of the size range for your particular size. *Though this was received for review, not purchased directly, as always, all opinions are my own and I will give my honest opinion of a product, regardless of cost. Bandelettes: Sexy Usefulness!
func·tion·al adjective 1. of or having a special activity, purpose, or task; relating to the way in which something works or operates. sex·y adjective 1.sexually attractive or exciting. “Functional” and “sexy” aren’t two words often used together because a certain amount of practicality is usually sacrificed to make something hot. Think “thong” ladies! Nowhere is this better demonstrated than wearing dresses. It doesn’t matter if it’s a flirty sundress or a wicked black leather mini, chafing in your inner thighs is enough to make you run screaming to a boring pants suit! But you can now throw away the talc powder because we’ve discovered a great new product that is both attractive and useful to avoiding that raw stinging feeling! Introducing Bandelettes. Born of necessity (one of the creators had a persistent chaffing problem for years), these lacy elastic garments are worn at the top of your thighs. They look like the tops of sexy stockings or garters (meaning your man will salivate when you flash them at him) but they don’t slip. The secret is the soft but elastic lace they’re made of. Though I’ve never had too much of problem with skin chaffing, they felt wonderfully soft on my skin. And who doesn’t feel sexy wearing things like this? Instantly fashionable, you can wear these with anything that covers or shows off you legs whether you have problems with skin rubbing or now. Scandalous! highly recommends. Finally a product that bridges the gap between functional and sexy. A girl could get used to this! This racy lace isn't just for show - it has a service! The elastic lace bands protect your inner thighs from rubbing together and cause painful chafing. Bandelettes are a sexy solution to an embarrassing problem – chafing due to inner thigh friction. Bandelettes are 6" elastic lace bands with nonslip silicone, designed to stay up without creating bulges. Available in caramel, red, black, and white. Presseomtale fra PeopleStyle:
We Tried It: Lacy Little Things Meant to Prevent 'Thigh Rub' What it is: Bandelettes — they’re lacy bands that promise to protect your inner thighs from rubbing — and all the pain and suffering that comes with it. Who tried it: Elizabeth Carmona, Associate Editor Why she did it: Because I have a curvy lower half, and, while I love skirts and dresses, the thigh rub situation is a highly unfortunate side effect. How crazy is it?: Crazy … crazy genius, that is! For me, summer fashion means cute skirts, flowy dresses and (womp) irritating thigh rub. So, when I heard about Bandelettes, I couldn’t wait to give them a whirl. I must admit, though, I was dubious at first. These little pieces of fabric are going to solve this persistent problem? “We’ll see about that,” I thought. Well, I was pleasantly surprised. The lacy bands slide over your thighs and have an adhesive lining so they won’t slip down over time. I wore them for a full day under an above-the-knee skirt and they totally did their job. Plus, they’re as affordable as my regular everyday lingerie, they come in tons of colors (though I’d stick to nude or black) and they don’t show at all. Just measure the circumference of your thighs and choose the best fit for you. The Verdict: If you’re a girl like me who suffers from this problem, I recommend giving Bandelettes a try—they’ll certainly ease your pain! Hevder «MermaidThighs» faktisk er en positiv trend. I 2013 ble «thigh gap» et nytt stikkord i kroppsfokus-debatten og siden den gang er det mange som har ment at denne trenden bidrar til et uriktig bilde og feil fremstilling av hva som er en «sunn kropp». På sosiale medier «Thigh gap» er en betegnelse som brukes til å omtale hulrommet som oppstår på toppen av lårene, når man er så slank at lårene ikke møter hverandre når man står med bena samlet. Nå er det derimot en ny «thigh-trend» som herjer i sosiale medier, nemlig «MermaidThighs», ifølge Cosmopolitan. «Denne trenden er den beste responsen til «thigh gap» noensinne. Vi vet alle hvor idiotisk «thigh gap»-trenden er og at dette ikke handler noe om hvor mye fett man har på kroppen. Dette mellomrommet er mer avhengig av hvilken kroppsbygning man har og hvordan hoftene dine sitter», skriver Cosmopolitan., mener nettstedet. Viser frem sine lår som er inntil hverandre «MermaidThighs», eller havfruelår om du vil, handler rett og slett om at beina dine SKAL ha kontakt med hverandre når du står oppreist. Man ser stadig flere kvinner som legger ut bilder i sosiale medier med hashtaggen #MermaidThighs og mange mener at dette er et positivt svar til det enorme kroppsfokuset som herjer i sosiale nettverk. Kilde: http://www.side2.no/aktuelt/havfruelar-er-det-nye-thigh-gap/3423254447.html Bloggomtale: The Trick That Will Keep Your Thighs From Chafing The following post was originally featured on Fit Bottomed Girls, a blog created by Erin and Jenn W., who are part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness. I’ve said it before, and I’m quite certain I’ll mention it again: I struggle with my thighs rubbing. I used to get really embarrassed about it (I mean, people do call it chub rub), and then I realized two things. First, this is an issue for me even when I’m at my leanest. Chafing was still an issue. Also, it’s an issue for a lot of people, but because it tends to make people feel embarrassed, it’s generally not discussed all that often. I think that could stand to change. For working out, the solution is pretty simple — I almost always wear capris or tight shorts that are long enough to cover the area that rubs. However, this isn’t only a problem during exercise — chafing can also occur when I’m just walking around, and since I like wearing dresses, that can be an issue. (...) Bandelettes Bandelettes are one of my favorite new finds. They’re 5.5- to 6-inch tall bands for your thighs and look kind of like the lacy tops of thigh-high stockings. They utilize non-slip silicone on the insides to keep them perfectly in place, and are available in a variety of sizes and colors because, the fact is, people of all sizes face thigh rubbing issues. They’re totally comfortable — I wore them to a party last weekend and totally forgot I was wearing them — and extremely easy to use. I mean, I’m talking dummy-proof here. And, aside from being a little unusual, they’re actually quite pretty (although I don’t think I’ll be wearing them under anything so short that they actually show — just not really my style). Bandelettes also offers a unisex sport version to be worn, well, for sports, but under short shorts. I haven’t tried these out yet, to be honest, but considering how well the lace version stayed in place throughout a night of walking, dancing and climbing stairs, I’m betting they work pretty well. And hey, if that’s what gets you into a pair of shorts you’ve been shunning, that’s a pretty sweet deal, right? Presseomtale fra Cosmopolitan: 6 ways to stop chub rub ruining your summer Your sore thighs want you to read this. Chub rub. It's the secret ailment that plagues 99.7% women (probably) throughout summer. No matter what your dress size, NO thighs are safe from the misery caused when thigh A meets thigh B and the hellish chafe begins. If you don't want to spend your summer sweating it out in trousers or getting strange looks as a result of walking with your feet three feet apart to prevent the rub, READ ON. Here are some tried and tested solutions loved by ex-chub rub sufferers the world over - get involved and liberate those legs. 1. Lush Silky Underwear dusting powder 2. Maybelline Baby Skin Primer 3. Tight shorts 4. Bandelettes If the idea of your ladybits overheating in shorts worries you, try these bands instead. A bit like the top of stockings, they stay in place all day and provide an all-important barrier for your thighs. 5. Champneys For Men Anti-Chafing Protective Balm 6. Secret Shield |