Getting a Bra Fitting at VS

[hengyr]

So I plan on asking for a bra fitting at Victoria's Secret for my next visit. I'm on a friendly, partial first-name basis with several of the SAs, and they've been very accommodating. Also, I'm thinking of wearing panties, just to flirt with the SAs, so the waistband is obviously showing when I have my shirt off, but that might come off as too flamboyant.

Anyway, I'm just wondering what you're experiences were at VS for a bra fitting? Were they at all flirty or bubbly, or were they just indifferent? Should I shave my chest hair just to look nice in preparation?

[ReineD]

Please don't play around with showing your panty waistband to the SAs. Trust me (I'm a GG), they're really not interested in this, they just want to make a sale. They will not think it is flamboyant, in fact, they likely will think (like the rest of us) that anyone whose underwear protrudes from the top of their jeans or pants is rather tacky, especially if they do it on purpose. Just think of how tacky a GG looks when you see the top of her thong sticking out of her pants from the back.

Other than that, enjoy your experience. Bring your forms to make sure that the bra fits properly, and I'm sure that you'll come out of this knowing exactly what size and style to get in the future. :)

[noeleena]

HI.

I have had women help me for in this case a sports bra Thailand my detail was I had just had surgery's so needed them to help me undress was not a issue, & re dress again.

The 2nd time an older woman was helping me for a fitting at one of our bigger stores .

Im not sure about this flirting bit, as a woman i would not be impressed id be thinking whats up with you, your thinking of what you are saying would be out of place,

If you wont friends to remain friends then dont do anything to change that,

...noeleena...

[Jenni Yumiko]

From my friend who worked at VS and Fredericks.
We were told to pay attention to men ESP if they looked nervous or wandered around, or had outward appearances of being transvestites. Statistically men spend more than women in retail, and making a transvestite feel at home is the difference between a loss leader sale and 2-3 ups (high profit margin) sales. Secret shoppers were generally male two out of three times to ensure that males in general got preferential treatment over females. Males spend on average 3x what a female would spend. I or anyone else on the floor would never pick up a guy at work. Reason number one is they are usually buying for their girlfriend, spouse or family member. Number two, no one at our stores had any attractions to the transvestites that walked in. Our primary concern was the upsells, men buy anything if you smile or wink at them.

She worked on the north side of Chicago in the LGBT area. (Clark and Belmont area, Century shopping mall, Taboo taboo, VS and Fredericks)

[SheriM]

I would agree with the above. I have been in VS and Fredericks several times and usually treated well. The SA's usually try to make you feel welcome. The VS SA's especially have been accommodating - adjusting straps, showing how to create cleavage, telling me that "that bra really looks good on you", etc. I might add that if you do get a fitting and try on some bras, you should reward the SA by making a purchase.
SheriM

[Jennifer Marie P.]

Just be yourself and dress as a casual woman bra fittings at VS are a blast.

[Beverley Sims]

If you want a good time getting fitted shave that chest.
Always present nicely and not tacky or lewd.

[Renee]

"We were told to pay attention to men ESP if they looked nervous or wandered around, or had outward appearances of being transvestites. Statistically men spend more than women in retail" I agree with you Jenn. I have been fitted at 3 different VS as well as Lane Bryant and Avenue. All were very accomodating and were very helpful. They even told me if a bra selection wasnt right for me so I knew that they were being truthful and just not looking for a quick sale. Also do make sure that you take your breast forms if you arent dressed when you shop. I shop in drab, but always have my forms at the ready. Good luck and as others have said dont try to be flamboyant or flirty. HAve a great time and hope that you find the perfect bra for you.

[Lorileah]

Why do many here think that they have to take any opportunity to turn something that is a normal thing for a GG into a sexual thing? No one wants to see your panties, your waistband, your bra strap, your piercings...whatever. So now the question is, are you getting the bra fitting to get your jollies or are you really interested in getting a bra that fits? Somehow, I think this is less about the clothes than it is to try and play your little game.

[Jenni Yumiko]

Also she said they used to make a game out of how much they flirted to gain sales and what they could get the guys to do.

So in summary, they don't care about you, they completely don't care about your whale tail and in fact they would probably laugh about it in their next staff meeting.
Now if you go in there as a customer, and do just that, act a customer, be greatful for them helping you, purchase based on need, and act in a dignified manner, you'll not only have a good shopping experience and an SA who respects you, but you will make it that much easier for the next CD that comes into the store for help.

[Marleena]

Why do many here think that they have to take any opportunity to turn something that is a normal thing for a GG into a sexual thing? No one wants to see your panties, your waistband, your bra strap, your piercings...whatever. So now the question is, are you getting the bra fitting to get your jollies or are you really interested in getting a bra that fits? Somehow, I think this is less about the clothes than it is to try and play your little game.


Well said! No wonder CD's get a bad name in some circles. Seriously, these women are being so accepting and polite, why even consider this? Be respectful.

[arbon]

S Also, I'm thinking of wearing panties, just to flirt with the SAs, so the waistband is obviously showing when I have my shirt off, but that might come off as too flamboyant.


Why in the world do you think they want to see your panties?! Terrible idea.

[I Am Paula]

A bra fitting is great if you're there to buy bras. If you just want to be a petty exhibitionist, stay home. Most of us girls care about the rep. that trans people get.
If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem.

[Sandra]

Lorileah

Well said

[Tamara Croft]

Do you really think they want to see what you're wearing under your clothes? You say you're on friendly terms with them, but you're just about to flush all that down the toilet when you start acting like a creep. My advice, grow up and stop acting like a child, you are getting a professional fitting, act like a goddamn professional having it fitted and stop giving other CD's a bad name!!!

[Debbi]

I was just at Fredericks in my local mall last night. I'm looking for some cute, but sexy tops for week long t-girls event in Vegas in May. The SA was so nice. Helping me pick out proper sizes and offering color matching. I wanted to try on a couple corsets that would make cute tops for some outfits I'm putting together. She laced me up in the back and was totally helpful. We laughed, joked and she answered all my questions as did the other SA. I was in total boy-mode and completely comfortable. She tired the corset to the right size while it was on me and just made for a great shopping experience.

Just be yourself, and shop. And enjoy the experience.

And what Tamara said!

[hengyr]

So should I just wear normal boxers, or just wear the panties low so it's not as obvious or coming off as creepy otherwise? When I take my shirt off there's still a visible waistband, I just wouldn't want to wear it as high as possible to show-off. Plus, if Victoria's Secret SAs aren't being paid on commission, wouldn't that mean that their accepting and friendly to CDers for its own sake, instead of seeing us as a bonus to their paychecks and just being nice for superficial reasons?

[Jenni Yumiko]

Yes to boxers or unseen panties, they aren't on commission per se' but are bonuses on their stores numbers of the previous year. And VS does a Secret shopper a month.
The bonus used to be based off of 10% over previous years sales , so 115% equaled 5% bonus etc...
Most retail does some sort of compensation for sales #'s, even if they arent commish based. And no SA's wont usually tell you if they are. That not part of the rapport :-)

And even so, most people who work at high fashion type stores take pride in their job, utilize the discount heavily and don't want to get fired or a bad report.

[ReineD]

Plus, if Victoria's Secret SAs aren't being paid on commission, wouldn't that mean that their accepting and friendly to CDers for its own sake, instead of seeing us as a bonus to their paychecks and just being nice for superficial reasons?

SAs are there to sell stuff and nothing else. They are accepting and friendly towards CDers just as they are to everyone else, even if an old lady in her mid-70s should want to try on the sexy, revealing stuff meant for much younger bodies.

Most people in our day and age do not get freaked out at the prospect of meeting a CDer, the way it might have been thirty years ago when it was thought that CDers were perverted, especially SAs who have received training to expect that some men will want to buy girl clothes. But, this doesn't mean that they'd want to hang out with you or want to date. And whether or not they laugh as soon as you leave the store depends on how familiar they are with the LGBT community and how open-minded they are.

So if you do feel a connection with one of the SAs whether it is romantic or just as a friend (you indicated that you are on a partial first name basis), the proof that it really doesn't matter to her if you crossdress or not will be when you ask her to hang out with you and she accepts. :) Would she want to hang out with you specifically because you wear panties or a bra? Chances are the answer is no.

... but if she thinks that you get a kick out of knowing that she knows that you wear panties (like you indicated in your first post), believe me she will think that you are creepy. She will NOT take it that you are flirting with her. Most guys don't flirt with GGs that way and most GGs are not attracted to people's panties or the people who wear them, if they are hetero.

[Angela Campbell]

I will go out on a limb here and suggest you do not go in for the bra fitting. Buy something on line.

[famousunknown]

Also, I'm thinking of wearing panties, just to flirt with the SAs, so the waistband is obviously showing when I have my shirt off, but that might come off as too flamboyant.


Gee... ya think?

[Jodi]

I had my bra fitting done at VS about 13 years ago. It was no big deal. I was dressed in drab. Was looking at bras. Told the SA it was for me. She offered to do the fitting. The rest is history.

I have bought all my bras at VS since that time. That one bra fitting has brought them a lot of money.

Jodi

[cuis]

I think you should shave your chest hair.