Feb 23, 2018
A solid-color chest binder, Extra-Long, in black!
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A solid-color chest binder, Extra-Long, in black!
Selkies and Extra-Long binders are popular this winter. Stay warm, shapeshifters!
How far down do the zippers go on the longer binders? Will I be able to pull down the zipper and release the binding without having to take it off if it's a longer binder?
Zippers are 20″ max! If the binder’s side seam exceeds this length (that is, if the binder is over 27″ in length measurement, generally), it will be sewn shut beyond the zipper point. This is still long enough for almost anyone to release all pressure on the chest by pulling down the zipper - the bit that’s sewn shut will be down around your hips.
Thanks for asking! It’s a rare case for us.
-Ark
have u ever made a post with like, the pros/cons of different binder lengths? i'm a but overwhelmed with the options and really anxious i'll order sth in a certain length and then later find out that a different length would actually suit my needs better bc i have no sense whatsoever of how different lengths can have different experiences
Let’s see if this helps!
Crop top
Pros: Light, least sweaty, no roll-up.
Cons: No tummy bind, no tuck-in to the waistband, risk of popping out the bottom. (To mitigate this risk, add 2″ to your length measurement.)
Full length
Pros: Full coverage, light tummy bind, no chance of popping out the bottom.
Cons: Sweatier, risk of roll-up. (To mitigate, be generous in your waist measurement.)
Extra-long
Pros: Full coverage, usually strong tummy bind, possibly light hip bind. Tucks into the waistband for sure. Unlikely to roll up when tucked in.
Cons: If it does roll up, it will be SO uncomfortable. Sweaty in warm climes. More expensive ($20 add-on).
Extra-long outer layer only
Pros: Very unlikely to roll up! Light material covering all the way to the hips. Tucks into waistband.
Cons: No tummy bind, no hip bind. More expensive than standard ($10 add-on).
Basilisk! Another extra-long outer layer.
Hi I'm planning on buying a binder, but I'm really new to this. I'm trying to figure out what style of binder to get. Do you have pros and cons listed somewhere comparing the crop, full, and extra long? I'm really not sure what kind would work best. Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to getting my binder from you!
Anonymous said to shapeshiftersinc:
What’s the difference between full lenght and extra long?
Anonymous said to shapeshiftersinc:
I’m sorry but I don’t really understand the different lengths of binders you offer. I find that my gc2b half tank is around 2-3 inches too short, so which of your lengths would you recommend?
Hello, friends! Let’s talk about Binder Lengths.
In general, the questions are:
1) How do you feel about extra warm layers under your shirts? Do you get hot and sweaty easily, or could you use another layer?
2) Do you want belly compression? Do you feel strongly about wearing something tight around your waist?
3) Do you want to show off your binder? If so, do you want it to cover your stomach when you do? Is there a pattern you want to show all of?
4) What’s your budget like?
Keep your answers to these in mind as you consider the options below!
(Note: All lengths in inches, laid flat, measured from shoulder seam to bottom hem. All prices in USD.)
Crop Top (12″-16″) (typically $45-$50)
- Goes down to the underbust line, or to a high waist. Does not cover belly.
- Good for minimum coverage! Less sweaty.
- Least likely to need resizing if your size fluctuates.
- Least expensive.
Full Length (17″-22″) (typically $50-$55)
- Goes down to the waist! Sometimes past it. Can cover some bellies.
- Flared to waist measurement, so it won’t roll up!
- Nice to wear under open button-ups; can be tucked into high-waisted pants and swim trunks. Shows more of the fabric pattern.
Extra Long (23″-30″) (typically $70-$75)
- Goes down over the hips. Full coverage, all bellies. Optional belly compression.
- Flared to waist and hip measurements, so it won’t roll up! Can be tucked into any pant, short or skirt.
- The warmest.
- Shows all of any fabric print. Awesome to wear under open button-ups.
I hope this helps, friends! As always, we can’t tell you what will work best with your body; we rely on you to tell us.
A Kaiju dragonscale binder, with an extra-long outer layer. Visually indistinguishable from a regular extra-long, but without the binding mesh past a specified length. Much less prone to roll-up, and easier to tuck in too!
An extra-long Snidnight!