First time shopping for me

[MaybeRob]

Well, I jumped off the plank and went to City Chic. AS it was early the store was empty, so when the girl asked if I needed help, I fessed up. WOW what a great reaction. She (i was so nervous I've forgotten her name) went out of her way to bring clothing to the dressing room for me. There was a moment of feeling trapped when a female customer was in the dressing room across from mine, but the assistant said its ok.  I actually came in for shoes - but they only have them online and in the clearance store - so I walked out with a pair of jeans and a casual shirt. 

and a better idea of sizes to purchase. I was in male clothing btw. I actually think it might be less nerve wracking to go in dressed female. I also bought 2 pairs of feminine reading glasses. 

There goes next fortnight budget. 

 

Rob

[Carolyn Marie]

There is a first time for everything, Rob, and I'm really glad your first time went well.  Most store clerks are like that, I've found; they want to be kind, and they want to sell you something you'll like, and they want you to come back.  Congrats!

 

HUGS

 

Carolyn Marie

[April Marie]

How awesome is that, Rob!!!??? I'm usually with my wife and she'll hold clothes up to my body to get a feel for the size - that's garnered a few looks from shoppers at Sam's Club. 🙂

 

I'm so glad you had a positive and fun experience!!!

[Charlize]

That is a lovely story!

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

[Mirrabooka]

Good for you, Rob!

 

I've spent plenty of time looking at City Chic online and i will eventually reward myself with some of their nightwear. I like what they have. :;

 

[MaybeRob]

Ty Mirrabooka

 

Just a note

 

Body suits style issue (with me) - very borderline on torso length. I am 6' 2" and some styles are very restrictive, if you get my meaning.

 

Rob

[Mirrabooka]

I'd be leaning more towards their cami sets as nightwear.

[Michelle38]

Well done rob really happy for you it takes a lot of courage to do I remember wen I was in Asda it was packed and I seen this lovely red satin lingerie set and I wanted it so I took the courage and bought it and funny enough I’m wearing it today 

[MaybeRob]

Well...

 

Today I went shopping dressed! I headed to the DFO (direct factory outlet) and arrived 10 minutes b4 they opened lol. 

On the way the only nerves were passing roadworks at slow speed, felt a bit exposed lol. Once inside the centre I felt alot better.

Not many people there and no one took a second look - so I guess thats a good sign. Once it the targeted shop (Yes City Chic again)I went to the cashier and ask to see larger shoes, esp boots. I did get a reaction to my voice - I guess that meant I passed visually to some degree. Gosh, she climbed a ladder and  brought down every size 44 shoes the had. I ended up with a pair of Wedge heeled and a pair of platform ankle boots. Chatted the whole time and when I was paying they were surprise by my age and to come back soon. I did forget which exit to get to my car - took me 3 goes to get out. 

 

Thats this months and next months budget gone :(.

 

Its strange that when dressed as a male I get anxiety attacks in shopping centres, but not as a female.  I guess I will raise that if I get to see a therapist. 

 

PS platforms are much easier to walk in than high heels

 

Rob

[April Marie]

6 hours ago, MaybeRob said:

 

PS platforms are much easier to walk in than high heels

 

 

So true! I actually find platform heels to be more comfortable than regular heels. 

 

I'm happy that you had such a positive shopping experience!!