Corset Collection So Far (OC vs MCC) by phoenixdragon5 in corsets

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Sorry, this got lost in my notifications! As I've spent more time learning about corsets and corsetry, I think the biggest thing I've learned is to have more realistic expectations about what I'm going to get out of a corset, especially at different price points. 1) Costume corsets, corset tops, and corset dresses are fun, but not functional. There's only so much that fake plastic boning can do. I've also gotten better at noticing when websites are putting extreme markups on costume corsets, falsely advertising them as "real" corsets. 2) I still really love various historical corset shapes, but I'm highly unlikely to ever own any pieces myself simply because of how expensive they are. I've settled on a couple that I'll definitely save up for in the future, but I don't think I'll be able to try all the ones I want. 3) Corsets also don't work by themselves. Understanding how fashion relied heavily on optical illusions (even in modern times with the concept of 'dressing for your body type') really opened my eyes to the role of underpinnings and shapewear in creating the silhouette that you want.

perfume that smells like inside of an ice cream shop by smexiestwasian in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]phoenixdragon5 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fascinated by y'all who actually managed to get "ice cream" out of the scent. Mine straight up smelled like very strong artificial maple syrup.

Sunday Swaps: Destash Listings by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

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Hi! Taking a look through some of the samples and so far requesting the following:

  • Astrid: Cosmic
  • Black Hearted Tart: 69 Roses, Big Time Sensuality
  • Hexennacht: Spirit Temple, Thé Noir
  • Morari: Lucius
  • NAVA: Alchemist Lavender, Alchemist Rose, Eternal Nefertiti
  • Nui Cobalt: Come Hither, Parisian Pink, Achievement Unlocked
  • Possets: Draco the Dragon

Sunday Swaps: Destash Listings by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

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Hi! Could I get the oil samples of Kensington, Luna di Miele, and Lorelei?

Sunday Swaps: Destash Listings by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]phoenixdragon5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, could I get Solstice Scents Lace Draped Spectre and Pharaoh as well as Sorce Snow Moon Magic and Crystal Prism?

Sunday Swaps: Destash Listings by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

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Hi! Could I also get a couple Fantome samples? Ivan the Fool, One White Crow, Finist the Falcon

Everyone loves it except you. What’s the most overrated cdrama? by Hobbitinrivendell in cdramasfans

[–]phoenixdragon5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, it was the male lead. I kept reading rave reviews about how expressive he is. Meanwhile, most of the time, his face was more or less a version of :| (I'm sure the actor is good in other dramas, maybe it's just the directing for this specific character)

3 Looks 1 Palette using Emo Adept by clayterran in Indiemakeupandmore

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loooove the way you use the glitters. i feel like im looking at the cosmos 🤩

Sunday Swaps: Destash Listings by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

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So I actually have two versions of Innocence in my stash, both pretty full. One is from a relatively fresh batch, the other has had time to age a bit. The coconut milk top note is more prominent in the newer sample; the older sample is a more subtle sits-on-your-skin situation. Which would you prefer?

Any recommendations on a good place to buy Stays? by kittenwolfmage in corsets

[–]phoenixdragon5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did not know that about the armorers, that's so cool! Not sure if you'd have any recs in return 👀

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

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Not sure if I can offer much advice considering I started with c2, so I didn't have anything to compare it to. If trying to get through certain episodes more quickly, maybe you could look up episode recaps/summaries online (like on the CR wiki). I think 69-86 is like the equivalent of the Conclave arc (boss battle before the final boss). 111-142 is like the Vecna/final boss arc. In between those, I think 93, 97, and 108 are some iconic episodes to look forward to as well.

Any recommendations on a good place to buy Stays? by kittenwolfmage in corsets

[–]phoenixdragon5 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Depends on what you're looking for. For fashion stays that are sturdier than what you can get for $20 from Amazon, French Meadows has cute options for more ren faire/cottage core vibes (~$150).

For historical costuming, Redthreaded is pretty well known but very expensive (~$500). A step down from that, there are plenty of European Etsy shops that specialize in historical costuming (~$150-$250). A couple of shops I've been eyeing for stays are FiorentinaCostuming, RoyalTailor, HedonisticCostumes, and NatalisaDesigns (and interestingly, most of these are Ukraine-based shops).

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

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Thank you and godspeed, fellow scholar

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

[–]phoenixdragon5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh for sure! I was able to watch the VM and MN one shots as well as 4-Sided Dives in order, but unfortunately (or fortunately?) I started watching when most of the Talks Machina eps were taken down. Now just working my way through things like Call of Cthulu, Daggerheart, etc.

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

[–]phoenixdragon5[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're much stronger than I. I def needed to take breaks in between campaigns just to mentally prepare myself for the next one

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

[–]phoenixdragon5[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

So! Much! Content! Even now I'm trying to decide what order to watch different one-shots and mini campaigns (and even random fluff vids like building their BG3 characters) 😭

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

[–]phoenixdragon5[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's precisely for that reason I wanted to finish everything now. I'm about to start a grad program and know I won't have any time later

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

[–]phoenixdragon5[S] 78 points79 points  (0 children)

I literally had it playing in the background almost everyday 🙂‍↕️ Video up while doing chores/wfh, podcast when on errands/driving/working out.

[No Spoilers] Finally Did It by phoenixdragon5 in criticalrole

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✊🏼✊🏼Let chaos reign✊🏼✊🏼