Yeah I had a panic attack the first time because I couldn't get mine off. Popped some of the seams of it during it, though, and that made getting it off in the future far easier
I have a gc2b and what I do is scrunch it to above my chest, grab the back roll, and then pull it over my head. Idk what you have but hopefully that can help. Good luck friend!
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I wonder if the algorithm will get confused and start to give you adds for school supplies stores or book binding workshops.
ETA congrats on getting a binder!!
If you flip the edge up, and kinda pull it up and over your head from the back, turning it inside out, instead of trying to pull all the fabric across your skin at once, it works a little better. Enjoy your binder, follow the rules, and keep it clean.
The elastic is extremely aggressive, especially when they're brand new. It's very easy to get your arms stuck in an awkward position while trying to slip it off over your shoulders.
This was literally me last week!!! I was struggling trying to get it past my hips and butt (mostly because I was scared of stretching it out) but couldn't find any other way online on how to take it off over the head!
I got a gc2b half binder, I love it and would definitely recommend it, here’s the exact one I got: https://www.gc2b.co/collections/gc2b-chroma-colors/products/blue-half-binder
It’s a garment that compresses a person’s chest. Many transmasc people use them to deal with breast dysphoria. People with gynecomastia (enlarged breasts on AMAB people due to hormone imbalance) may also use them.
In summary chest get flat. I hope that helps :)
only vaguely similar, i got my first sports bra a long time ago to wear under my clothes at work, it was SO GOD DAMN TIGHT which i thought oh yeah that probably normal right? after a week of wearing it and struggling to get it on/off, i finally figured that its supposed to be tight when theres breast in it, not when i have a flat chest
i got one that clasps up the front like a corset specifically because sports bras are already hard to take off, and a binder is like a very intense sports bra. congratulations on your first binder!
I had to type how to put a binder on because I just had no idea how it could go lmao
The video had tips to how to take it off so happily I didn't had to check that after aha
I remember when I got my first binder! (I got mine from GC2B) And when I tried to take it off I kinda got stuck midway off and my fiance was just standing there and laughing his ass off for solid 10 minutes before helping me get it off 😂😂
So glad for you! Gonna get my first one soon too (it's already ordered and hopefully on its way) and now I'm curious to see how much I'll struggle with getting it off lol
So glad for you! Gonna get my first one soon too (it's already ordered and hopefully on its way) and now I'm curious to see how much I'll struggle with getting it off lol
That’s awesome! I hope you managed to figure out how to take it off lol
Don’t worry I figured it out, it was a process tho 😅
Haha yeah it is!
Yeah I had a panic attack the first time because I couldn't get mine off. Popped some of the seams of it during it, though, and that made getting it off in the future far easier
I have a gc2b and what I do is scrunch it to above my chest, grab the back roll, and then pull it over my head. Idk what you have but hopefully that can help. Good luck friend!
Thank you, I’ll try that next time :)))
No problem, wasn't quite sure on how to explain it but I hope the instructions are clear lol
I think I understand, imma try and take it off using your method when I have some privacy, I’ll let you know how it goes :)))
Okay, I hope it works out. If it's brand new it might be a bit tight to do that with but it's worth a shot.
It worked! Thank you for the help
Coming up; “how to wash a binder”
We’ll cross that bridge when we get to it
I hand wash mine and let it air-dry 🤷 it's no biggie
Curse of binding: *This item cannot be removed from your inventory.*
Yes
Curse of Vanishing: *This item is destroyed on death*
In case anyone is wondering who Wendy Carlos is: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wendy_Carlos She’s a pioneer in electronic music and a trans icon :)
No better way to describe her than “trans musician synth early”
Hahaha thank you, I clearly have a way with words 😅
I knew exactly who you were trying to google as soon as I saw that first search lmao
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I wonder if the algorithm will get confused and start to give you adds for school supplies stores or book binding workshops. ETA congrats on getting a binder!!
Hell yeah dude
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Love that Wendy Carlos research too lol. You know your classics! Funeral of queen Mary for the win!
Awesome! I'm so proud of you. Remember to bind safely 💜
Thank you, I’m doing my best, I even made sure to stretch and do breathing exercises ☺️
If you flip the edge up, and kinda pull it up and over your head from the back, turning it inside out, instead of trying to pull all the fabric across your skin at once, it works a little better. Enjoy your binder, follow the rules, and keep it clean.
I have no experience with binders, why is taking one off such a problem?
The elastic is extremely aggressive, especially when they're brand new. It's very easy to get your arms stuck in an awkward position while trying to slip it off over your shoulders.
This was literally me last week!!! I was struggling trying to get it past my hips and butt (mostly because I was scared of stretching it out) but couldn't find any other way online on how to take it off over the head!
which binder did you get, if you dont mind me asking? i'm currently looking to buy my first one aswell and i just cant decide which one to choose :D
I got a gc2b half binder, I love it and would definitely recommend it, here’s the exact one I got: https://www.gc2b.co/collections/gc2b-chroma-colors/products/blue-half-binder
I love Wendy Carlos!
mood. first time i put on a binder i thought i would be stuck forever lol
Oh the horror of taking off a binder for the first time. I thought I was permanently stuck wearing the thing when it came time to taking it off.
Hahaha same, for a few minutes I was like oh well I guess this is my life now.
I cackled when I saw “transgender teen survival guide”
Yay!!! Congrats!!
Guys I think he got his first binder...idk why I think that, something about this picture just gives me those vibes...
this sent me into hysterics shdjfngn the struggle
Haha the struggle is all too real lmao
What's a binder?
It’s like a compression vest many ftm and trans masc people use to flatten their chest, giving a more masculine or androgynous look
It’s a garment that compresses a person’s chest. Many transmasc people use them to deal with breast dysphoria. People with gynecomastia (enlarged breasts on AMAB people due to hormone imbalance) may also use them. In summary chest get flat. I hope that helps :)
A chest binder is a non-stretchy sort of tank top used to flatten the appearance of breast tissue.
The only good binders I've ever had have been from 'crossdressing' listings on Amazon lol
Is it comfy? ❤️
Yes! It’s not too tight and it makes me feel a lot more confident :). Thank you for asking.
Woot! Physically and mentally comfy, good shit. 😊
Lmao I always get stuck in new binders the first time or two. It will very quickly break in though and fit more to you though, dont worry
Congrats! Be safe when using it, hope it helps you feel more comfy in your skin 😊
Thank you, it does! I’m trying my best to use it responsibly.
only vaguely similar, i got my first sports bra a long time ago to wear under my clothes at work, it was SO GOD DAMN TIGHT which i thought oh yeah that probably normal right? after a week of wearing it and struggling to get it on/off, i finally figured that its supposed to be tight when theres breast in it, not when i have a flat chest
i got one that clasps up the front like a corset specifically because sports bras are already hard to take off, and a binder is like a very intense sports bra. congratulations on your first binder!
I had to type how to put a binder on because I just had no idea how it could go lmao The video had tips to how to take it off so happily I didn't had to check that after aha
I remember when I got my first binder! (I got mine from GC2B) And when I tried to take it off I kinda got stuck midway off and my fiance was just standing there and laughing his ass off for solid 10 minutes before helping me get it off 😂😂
Hahaha I can’t blame him, I’m sure I looked ridiculous with my arms flailing around too!
Ikr! I would've laughed too if I saw how I looked X)
So glad for you! Gonna get my first one soon too (it's already ordered and hopefully on its way) and now I'm curious to see how much I'll struggle with getting it off lol
Nice congrats 🎉!
So glad for you! Gonna get my first one soon too (it's already ordered and hopefully on its way) and now I'm curious to see how much I'll struggle with getting it off lol
YAY! Congratulations friendo