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Originally Posted by agzg
I do wear slips, especially under a couple of dresses that are white (initiation dress included, although I was lucky and got one fashionable enough/not too dressy that it's appropriate for summer cocktail parties) and under wool skirts that are sometimes itchy.
Random question and potential further hijack - where do you find slips? I can't remember where I got my last one - not really an indication of how often I wear a slip but more likely how often I wear a skirt or dress at all - but I haven't seen them anywhere and am looking to buy some new since I have a couple of skirts that my slips on hand show at the bottom or if there's a slit in the back of the skirt. This isn't really an issue for summer since all those skirts are lined anyway but I bet in the cold Chicago winters I'd be glad for an extra layer!
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I've driven a sister or two to Walmart as they have half slips for around six or seven dollars, which is reasonable as they don't use it often. As the other women said, Sears, JCPenney's, Kohl's, Target, Macy's all have them. I have three (white, beige, black) that come to my knee so I can wear them with a lot of things. You're right though, they are handy in winter but you have to be careful of static cling!
I realize I'm kind of "old fashioned" as I didn't wear jeans as a clothing item (unless I was horseback riding, doing physical work, or camping) as a teenager and rarely shopped in Juniors because I didn't like the clothes, so it is just part of what I have as a functional wardrobe. I also had a job in college with a professional dress code and though I've relaxed it a bit since I live in Idaho (and I experience a real winter, unlike in San Francisco) it is something ingrained by my upbringing.
FYI: Half slip is just that, it is like a skirt and starts at the waist. Full slip is all one piece, with the top being like a camisole. You can buy them as separates and use the camisole under a blouse. There are also foundation garments that are slips which do the work of Spanx. These are items that should be worn with skirt suits or work dresses, so it isn't a bad idea to have one on hand if you're in college and plan to be involved with activities that require business attire (student government, internships, other high leadership levels). Foundation garments should never be uncomfortable, and if they are try a different one or see a professional for advice at Nordstrom or another higher end department store. There is truly a difference in well made and garments fitted by a trained professional, and what is sold at Victoria's Secret.