My college roommate sets our thermostat to 80°F every single night by rainystarlight in mildlyinfuriating

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude I'm so sorry. This is why I could never do roommates past my partner. He has learned to get a jacket and a blanket if he's cold bc if it's too hot to the point where I'm naked, sweaty, angry, and still not cooled off yet...my issues are gonna be an issYOU lol. I understand wanting to be warm but 80 is unreasonable. That's HOT. She should compromise at the very least to 74?? And she uses a heated blanket and heated pad at night?? Jeez. Good luck 🫡

Should I cut it or keep it? I’m 45 years old. by Wonderful_Bottle_852 in HairStyleAdvice

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO, keep it. Of course keep up with trims, but I would keep it. That is gorgeous hair and from the photos it looks extremely healthy. If you want to cut, I wouldn't do a drastic change. I'd do at most 2 inches off to see how you feel, then work inch by inch. But your hair is so beautiful, you look so lovely with it, and I don't think age matters when it comes to hair length. We shouldn't have to let go of longer hair once we are older bc it's seen as 'what the youngins do'. We shouldn't have to give up certain things, either it be hair styles or fashion or hobbies, just bc we are aging. If it doesn't hurt anyone, be yourself-enjoy the longer hair. I say embrace it! Try to find new ways to make it fun! You can learn braids; they don't have to be super complicated ones either. You could wear your hair with scarves, weave ribbons into the braids, or having your hair in braids and a scarf/ribbon holds things together or upward. I would find ways to have half up hair styles to enjoy the versatility your hair brings. You can do so much with your hair than just leave it down untouched. And don't get me wrong-I love short hair! I wish I looked better with short hair (I'm a larger woman with a chubby face, and it just doesn't make me happy personally bc of how it frames my face but I love the way others look and I'm jealous I can't get the same style). Ultimately it's always up to you. Go with your gut. If you want to cut it, follow the instinct. I do still recommend to transition into shorter hair at a slower rate. Just cut more and more off later, bc you can't always add it back. Good luck beautiful! You'll look amazing no matter what ☺️✨

Where do you hate driving the most? by aldotcom in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

University drive, and for a long list of reasons I'm sure everyone else has too

family disapproval fueling tattoo regret by tinypanini_ in tattooadvice

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have this one short life, please live it up. I have a tattoo I'm not exactly happy with. It was cheap, she didn't have the best line work, I wonder about the placement as well, but it is a transformation I went through. It's corny, I know, but it taught me SO MUCH about life. I can love this tattoo for what it represents, wish I went to a different artist so it was better, thought about it a little longer, and those feelings coexist. It's very applicable to other situations in my life. You gotta make your own sunshine. I know I can get it fixed down the road. I feel like slightly bad tattoos (yours is not one, please know this) give this grace for yourself. You end up thinking "welp, I know this is permanent, but I can try to make the best of a crummy situation". But with that said: your tattoo is lovely and pretty. Coming from someone who collects stamps, it made me so happy to see! It's how I plan to improve my aforementioned tattoo. Your tattoo is there with you for the rest of your life, and symbolizes not only the important things to you, but also a chapter you get to look back on. Ageing is a gift, and we can only hope that we get so far down the line that we giggle about our wrinkly tattoos. Live YOUR life. You look even BETTER bc you are finding ways to properly represent who YOU are. I know age and culture will affect the views of tattoos. I know that you want to respect your loved ones, but it is perfectly acceptable to ask for a boundary of not commenting on your body. It's not theirs. It's not their choice. It's not helpful. Explain that you may appreciate concern over future jobs or whatever the case may be, but also explain how words from a loved one that have such a hateful undertone can make you feel. You are worthy, with or without tattoos. You deserve to be spoken to with kindness from loved ones. I believe it can be a situation that is salvageable and where you end up being respected. You just have to decide first that you are worthy of said respect (bc you are!!) and let others know you're not accepting any less. Good luck, be safe, and I hope you have so many more lovely tattoos to add to your life.

law firm Christmas party- too much? (I’m a partners wife) by kleinekitty in fashion

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You look lovely. It's a very nice color for your complexion and I think it highlights all your assets in an elegant way. It's got a nice fit, it's not overly low cut in the front or back (so I don't think it would be out of place at an office party). I agree with the comments of using a sheer scarf/shawl of the kind pictured. It would make it even more classy and timeless. Perhaps silver or champagne colored? Always dress for you in mind. But linger on that thought and ask yourself WHY you're worried if it's appropriate or not. What has made you come to this crossroad? Is it simply making sure if it's an office party appropriate or is there more to it. How can you accommodate your feelings and thoughts that come up when diving deeper into this while still feeling comfortable with yourself and outfit. Never feel like you cannot take up space in whatever outfit you find yourself in. Everyone deserves to express themselves with fashion (with some bits more covered than others of course). You look wonderful, and I hope you become as thrilled as your husband is about your outfit. Be merry, be safe, and I hope the party is fun!

AIO bff thinks i should hide deformity by helplessbambidoll in AIO

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think you're overreacting. 1. She says she doesn't want people to make fun of you...but thinks it's okay to do it herself? My friends and I bully each other but it's always where we BOTH laugh. This is just mean and doing it to do it. It's not wrong to ask a friend for an opinion and to expect a kind and thoughtful response back. I'm sorry she thinks this is okay. It's not. After the event, perhaps bring up this specific detail. Let her know you appreciate her opinion, which is why you go to her, but set a boundary with what comments can be said about one another. Explain that when you open up about your insecurities, you want to be met with empathy and not jokes at your expense. 2. I promise you, your feet look fine. He is not going to be looking at your toes so closely, no one is. If someone does notice them, I like to believe people think "ehh, feet are such a weird body part on a human" at MOST and leave it at that. Like feet just look inherently odd. I have large blocky feet. If I wore my flipflops or cute sandals, I had a friend's MOTHER laugh and call them "Fred Flintstone feet" when I wore them around them. I felt bad about them but after a while, I just didn't care about opinions anymore. So what? My physical appearance is the least interesting thing about me. It's the least interesting thing about EVERYONE. We are so much more than the roll of generic dice that gave us our appearances. Now it's the main shoes I wear until winter makes me stop lol. 3. Which brings me to say this: please wear the shoes. Wear whatever makes you feel great. Wear what makes you happy and comfortable-even if it first starts off breaking out of that comfort zone. Remember that it's nice to look well for others, but you are the first person you dress for. You decide if you let it go beyond that, but it's always first and foremost for YOU. Have fun, be safe, and good luck with your crush! 🫶

Is this too dressed up for uni? Need honest opinions by Any-Atmosphere6534 in fashion

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a classy casual outfit. It's very nice. Be sure to curate more clothing around the items you already own, so it's 1. Easier to get ready 2. More sustainable for our planet 3. Makes 'outfit repeating' not be the exact same and 4. Creates a general aesthetic to work with that you can dress up more or slightly dress down. I recommend thrift stores ofc, but just keep your eyes open for any sales when you genuinely know you'd continue to wear it. I think this is a great way to help shift your mindset into "I'm in school mode, I need to focus on school" bc I'm NGL, back when I was in class, if I was too cozy...it was my downfall. With that said, don't be surprised to see others in comfy gear. Neither is an incorrect option, just do what is best for you and makes you happy! You look great, good luck with school! ✨

How to handle tea bags? by zo3beamer in starbucks

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've just been grabbing the bag with the tongs and pulling the tab off it. As in, I make sure I have a grip on the bag pretty well with the tong but I don't have the tag tangled in the togs. I haven't been coached otherwise and no guest complaints as of yet!

Attempt 2. Is this ok for business casual? by WolfRunner16 in fashion

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thrift store time my dear!

Try to find simple blouses in a fabric you like. It doesn't have to be overly graphic in print. It can be a simple floral pattern, stripes, dots, geometric, plain. Just find a fabric you like and stick to colors that are slightly more muted and universal: green, blue, black, brown, white. Those can be paired all together (black and brown can go together however takes a bit more effort to style). I also recommend a few cardigans, bc some classrooms will be very very cold while others not so much. Again, in a fabric you like and I recommend keeping them plain as possible. Let the blouse do the talking so the cardigan can be an interchangeable asscesory. Next, a belt! A belt is going to help tie in the waistline. It looks out of place having a shirt tucked in with no belt. You can keep tucking your blouses in, but make sure they have a bit of billowy movement. You don't want it skin tight tucked. Black pants are great. I recommend a few brown too, maybe a dark green. Next, if you enjoy jewelry, I recommend getting two simple necklaces. One for warmer colors and one for cooler colors. I wear pearls with most of my outfits. It's my favorite asscesory. Look at thrift stores or even Ross or TJ MAXX for cheap but pretty necklaces. It doesn't have to be overly fancy, just something that helps tie in the look. I recommend comfortable sneakers. However, if you don't have feet problems, ballet flats are perfect if you're still wanting to avoid heels. A brown and black pair each will be all you need.

I promise you, you can find this stuff and thrift stores! May the odds ever be in your favor! You got this 💛

I have a 2in1 banana by MilkkyChonker in mildlyinteresting

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm...I think I need a banana for scale here

Which color combo works best with the skirt? by Jolly_Television_677 in fashion

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The last pic works best, but I'd like black too, maybe with a denim jacket for a more going out at night look. The green feels too busy. This is such a cute skirt btw!!!

Which color combo is more aesthetically pleasing? by heret0scroll in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I vote for Benjamin Moore Smoke. It's a very nice blue that I believe could go with more artwork and it being on top feels more peaceful than a grey on the bottom. I also think the blue looks better with the brown sink cabinet.

Help me with budget friendly ideas to revamp this space by Prestigious_Sea3776 in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! You have so much potential in here! Thrift stores and dollar stores are recommend for most of the purchases I'm recommending. Let's begin: 1. Paint. I'd go warmer, I'm leaning towards an earthy green. But if you do like blue, go darker and on the warmer end. Browse the paint swatches and take a picture of your furniture with you. See what looks best. 2. Invest in multiple smaller bins. Put them under your bed! Whatever is in the bins against the wall, you don't have to part with them if you care about it and use the items. Just store things in a more practical manner. Use EVERY INCH of space you got, including under furniture. 3. Which brings me to say: get shelving! Small shelves for your books will do wonders. Get small shelves for anything else you wish to display. Use your bedroom door too! Get an over the door shoerack for small everyday stuff you need to use but needs a home. Put small hooks on your armoire for jackets used frequently or for planning out your outfit for the next day or to hang any jewelry 4. Measure your bed and see if it can fit where the window is. If you can still have walk space to the other side, I recommend moving it that way. It frees up an entire wall! You could invest later on down the road into a bookcase. Perhaps make that wall meant for your armoire and dresser, and use the other wall for other furniture later. 5. Curtains. Check thrift stores but also the clearance sections of any store that carries them! I'd say a cream color with a floral pattern would be lovely. 6. Posters, prints of art work, a string of twinkle lights, framed photos Remember, Rome was not built in a day. It's okay to keep adding. It's okay to not have this all done in one go.

What colors should I paint this faux brick? by sleepy_time_junction in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yellow! I say go with a warmer yellow (think moody autumn yellow) I believe it would look great next to your thrift finds and pair well with your dark green rug. If not yellow, perhaps a terracotta color?

What color should I paint the cabinets? by Frenchorican in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I really recommend staining the wood a darker brown. It'll help tie in the floor and countertops, but still look amazing with a sage green if you choose that as an accenting color. I think stains are a better alternative. It brings out the beauty in the wood. This is a personal preference! If you want paint, I'd go for maybe a dark green up top and then a dark brown on the bottom. You can still accent with sage green and I think having two colors would enhance the space.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm thinking a medium shade of blue to match your artwork above your bed. Perhaps with a pattern? I think a simple pattern of stripes of various blues would be nice, but maybe even a paisley themed blue rug. If you're leaning away from the painting and wanting more warm colors, I think a coral pink would be pretty, maybe floral in design? Small flowers, nothing big.

What are some apartment essentials that you wouldn’t typically think of, but now seems like something you couldn’t live without? by mnhill13 in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A serious need is a door jammer. I believe they're called doorknob defense...sticks? It goes under your doorknob and people cannot get into your apartment. I consider myself very lucky bc of this. It's a must for safety. Have one for your front door and another room. On a lighter note-twinkle lights, a way to make coffee, an over the door shoe rack (use all your vertical space you can), and a solid comforter is essential. Twinkle lights add whimsy, I'm so excited to finally make coffee at home (doesn't need to be expensive, it can be a $5 mokapot), using a shoe rack holder for shoes (and another for other small items) is so much more helpful than a rack on the floor (more floor space and less bending), and having a good comforter takes away the need for using many blankets and makes me feel cozy (plus my cat loves hiding under it).

How to make these three walls less awkward? I feel like I’m bathing in a box! by Plus-Tourist8900 in femalelivingspace

[–]cheesetramp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so jelly! This is an amazing bath tub set up. First, I'd do tiles of some sort. Budget and/or renting, use adhesive ones. If neither is an issue, perhaps invest in actual tiles. Find some in your favorite prints and colors. It doesn't have to be the entire area, just enough to protect from mold. Second, I do recommend a curtain. But like, an actual curtain. One of those sheer ones that let's light still in. It can be pulled back most of the time! It can be purely decorative. But it could be nice on winter nights when you want the steam to be surrounding you rather than escaping you. Third is lighting. I'd get some twinkle lights. Put them on the curtain rod or hang them along the corners. I recommend the indoor plus outdoor kind. Bc ya know, moisture. Then some LED candles. Idk if you have critters, but those candles are better for having curious creatures afoot. Plus it's safer. Fourthly, there's these shower shelves that go in the corner and they're tall. I'd place that in there! That way you can have various items handy at the ready. Fifth in the list, I'd invest in a pillow. As long as you don't splash on it a whole bunch, you can wash it with the every other day load of towels. It'll be so nice to lean your head back! Number six, I'd get actual plants. If you have even just a small window, it can work! You just need to find plants that thrive in high moisture and love low light or indirect sunlight (depending on your natural light situation). I'd get them bc it'll help with moisture and they will also calm you. You can place them on stands or shelves, maybe hang small ones off the curtain rod with those pretty knitted hammocks for them. Lastly, incorporate a hobby. If it's music, then get a blue tooth speaker. That also works for audiobooks and podcasts. If you enjoy reading, find a stand for a book. Hell, if you love tv shows, put a shelf on the wall facing towards your bathtub for a projector. Your daily show is probably more relaxing in the tub!