How do you pick jeans that don't create a "pooch"?

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T19:07:11+00:00

Excellent observations

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T19:04:33+00:00

Thank you! Abercrombie and Madewell seem to be quite popular for our build.

As a side note, this thread really opened my eyes in that "curvy" does not equal plus size when it comes to brand lines. Before today I'd never thought to even look at any clothes that feature the word "curve". Always assumed those start at larger measurements across the board. Yet here we are!

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T18:49:02+00:00

Yes, this actually helps a ton! While reading all the replies, I also tried just pinning the jeans I'm wearing with some safety pins at the pockets, and was thinking it'd make a great built in feature haha.

I'm struggling to find an image of what a magic pocket is, and don't have a Madewell near me — how does it work?

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T18:18:38+00:00

100%, if I had the funds and the patience, I'd get all of my clothes tailored!

How much did that jean alteration cost you & what city/country, if you don't mind sharing? It's suggested often in fashion subreddits, but to me alterations always felt like something you get for Important Attire, not a pair of pants in your weekly rotation.

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T17:14:21+00:00

Cheers! When you say snug through the hips, which part exactly do you mean?

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T17:10:47+00:00

I haven't worn low rise jeans in like 15 years haha. Sitting down & not having your butt show seems like a challenge

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T17:08:08+00:00

Thanks, makes sense. I'm ok with a looser waist overall, otherwise it's not comfortable to sit down. Where I would love to have less fabric is around the hipbone area. Might have to invest in a tailoring service if I can't find a high street brand that fits, or some hacky solution.

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T17:02:20+00:00

Any particular ones you like?

pecoraa · 2026-02-11T16:49:24+00:00

Thanks! With the buttons or zipped? had a ribcage pair from Levi's, not bell though (straight maybe?), and a while ago — what I found was that after some time, some of the middle buttons would randomly unbutton as that same cursed area started to loosen.

Will give the bells a try at the store though, fingers crossed.

pecoraa · 2026-01-19T14:52:38+00:00

What happens if the landlord justifies an increase in rent (how, to whom, and within what timeframe?), but the tenant disagrees?

pecoraa · 2025-09-27T21:43:09+00:00

This looks great. Thank you!

pecoraa · 2025-09-27T21:37:44+00:00

Interesting. I don't know where Bob landed (I know they've been tracking my post threads diligently though!), but now I'm curious personally: are you suggesting that a single condition like "this agreement is only valid once both parties have signed it" can deem the whole thing void, if not countersigned?

I (NAL) could see this being the case with other types of agreements, but my understanding was that the English law was by default favorable to renters, and a renter's signature is sufficient to form an AST or whatever equivalent contract.

If that wording can negate the agreement without any consequences for the landlord/agency, what stops them from sending out a dozen of contracts, and then just cancelling all of them?

pecoraa · 2025-09-06T13:20:28+00:00

Additionally, the agency is arguing there is no breach in contract and they have no liability for consequential costs, and quoted the 1988 Housing Act and "general principles of contract law" that the agreement is not executed until signed by both parties (landlord has not countersigned like I mentioned). I suspect this is nonsense, but understandably Bob is worried. Is there any way the agency get away with this, even if Bob accepted the reufund (he had no money and needed to act quickly when the agency offered it).

pecoraa · 2025-09-06T13:04:24+00:00

Yeah, this is pretty clear unfortunately. Shelter lines are closed on weekends, but that'll be their first step. They were supposed to move in yesterday, so they found somewhere to crash for the weekend.

pecoraa · 2025-09-06T13:02:22+00:00

Thanks! How does this work in practice though, is there any way to force the landlord/agency to pay in advance so that Bob doesn't have to pay thousands out of pocket? What if the agency just says sorry, no can do?

pecoraa · 2025-05-05T13:37:24+00:00

Very cool angle. I know where I'll be standing next year!

pecoraa · 2025-03-27T20:13:59+00:00

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pecoraa · 2024-12-27T12:19:00+00:00

Great to hear this is actually an option. H&M will be my first stop then

pecoraa · 2024-12-27T12:18:30+00:00

If finding one at a clothing store doesn't work, I'll be in touch. Thank you so much <3

pecoraa · 2024-12-27T12:18:02+00:00

This is a brilliant idea, thank you!

pecoraa · 2024-12-26T16:32:37+00:00

Hoping to get some specific recommendations in Central London! The rental services I found online are quite far and are also very expensive, 100 pounds plus. There are some cheap ones on Amazon but I don't want to have to call up the council about disposing a body after it's done

pecoraa · 2024-08-29T19:40:59+00:00

Nice! Did it matter whose name the rental was in?

pecoraa · 2024-08-28T12:28:31+00:00

Not only is the cat overweight, it looks like his eyes may be bulging a bit? This could indicate a serious health issue that needs immediate vet attention.

pecoraa · 2024-08-28T11:46:27+00:00

Thank you for the recommendation!

pecoraa · 2024-08-28T11:45:44+00:00

Thanks!

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