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    Default I need lessons in Thong 101

    I have seen the different types of thongs online when shopping and i have to tell you ive seen pictures of g strings and t back and some of them look the same exact thing... Please explain to me.. I am in desperate need of Thong 101..

    T backs ( required in the state i live in)
    g-strings
    y backs

    i mean some of these look exactly the same on some websites and some brands but then again other brands have distinct differences.. Im confused!!! I have usually dance in states where u could walk around naked if u wanted to, they didnt care about the type of thong u had.. Well now i gotta build my thong wardrobe back up for VA because the majority i have wont cut it!

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    Crossfingers Re: I need lessons in Thong 101

    This is pretty valid, especially for girls who work in clubs where they're required to have specific bottoms... I'll do my best to explain, and if anyone else has anything to add to this, or wants to correct something I've said here, please feel free to do so. I'm not locked into anything here.

    "According to the Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion, "The g-string, or thong, [is] a panty front with a half- to one-inch strip of fabric at the back that sits between the buttocks..." How confusing is THAT?!

    is a G-string-style bottom. Some clubs won't let you wear these onstage, particularly topless or bikini clubs, because there's rarely ever enough "coverage" in the back to prevent the customers from seeing your "wrinkled penny." Some G-strings, like the second image I posted, "do" have more coverage in the back, and cover up your cornhole, so be sure to ask your house mom if ones like that (which are wider in the back) are acceptable, because some do occasionally qualify as T-backs.

    *As a rule, a G-string can also be a T-Back, (because it also forms a "T" shape in the back where the waist supports join the thong part between the thighs), but not all T-backs are G-strings. G-strings nowadays only seem refer to those bottoms where the thong portion is much less than half an inch, or merely "string" in the back.

    is what I'd consider to be a good example of T-back-style bottoms. They typically form a "T" or wedge shape where the thong portion of the garment meet the waistband, are about half an inch to an inch wide, and are "thong-like" in the sense that they're just a small piece of fabric (or whatever) providing coverage and passing between the thighs, yet exposing the buttocks.

    There's also the V-string/Y-back, which looks like a "V" or "Y" in the back instead of a T, and gives the illusion of being "low cut" in the back, as well. Some of these may be skimpier and considered too revealing, while others which are wider in the back might be suitable for club wear. These are sometimes sold or marketed as "comfort" T-backs/G-strings for "professional dancers."

    is a great example of the Rio/Tanga-style bottom. They're very similar to what we know as bikini bottoms, but they're cut a little closer and show a little more cheek, and can be very flattering and tasteful, even for someone who thinks their posterior could be shaplier... In some clubs where girls aren't allowed to walk around in their bottoms without a "cover-up," "shorts," or "wrap" of some sort, a Rio/Tanga-style bottom is a nice alternative to covering up, and can be worn like shorts.

    There's something out there which is called a C-string, but I've not seen too many girls in clubs wearing those - at least not where I live and work. Basically, a C-string is like a regular G-string/T-back, except it has no side supporting features. It's held in place by lightweight yet flexible "stays" which provide enough support and tension to keep it where it's placed, supposedly. I'm just acting on assumption here, I've never actually worn one, because I just don't think they're a good idea, but they're an option as well, if you're into unique items. Because the C-string has no side support features, it resembles the letter C, which is how, presumably, it got its name. Every time I see one of these I wonder where the tips are supposed to go, lol!

    is an excellent example of "cheeky bottoms," which some of us refer to as "booty shorts," are also an option, especially if you are required to cover up when you're not on stage. There are many different cuts and styles of bottoms in this category. Basically, they're a more conservative, less revealing style of panty, which may still be cut in such a way as to show some skin (v-cut bias styles, in particular) and cheek, and have a very low rise or waistline.
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    Crossfingers Re: I need lessons in Thong 101

    Sorry. I was getting lots of messages about how much HTML coding was contained in my previous post, and how many pictures were included in the entire original message, so I decided to continue my post here by adding the remaining supplementary images in a separate post for your information and review.

    is an example of a V-string/Y-back bottom, which looks like a "V" or "Y" in the back instead of a "T," and gives the illusion of being "lower cut" in the back, as well. Usually a "V" or "Y" back bottom can be identified by the fact that the waist supports extend directly from where the thong portion of the piece begins (or ends, depending on how you look at it, I guess), thus creating a "V" or "Y" shape. Some of these may be considered too revealing depending on how wide and long the part which fits between your cheeks is, while others which are wider and longer in the back might actually be suitable for club wear. These are sometimes sold or marketed as "comfort" T-backs/G-strings for "professional dancers."*Note the back really DOES look like a V or a Y.

    There's the "break-away" style thong, which comes in many different varieties, cuts, and rises and typically has two clips/clasps/hook/snap closures of some sort on the waist supports, (one on each side) making it very easy to put on and take off quickly. They can sometimes be less stressful than 'tie-side" thongs, because they just snap back together, rather than causing the wearer to worry about whether or not the thong itself is twisted, the waist ties are knotted or tangled, if the sides are matched up correctly, or if one side happens to be longer/shorter on one side in comparison to the other. Ugh.

    And lastly, you should always expect to see any style (with the exception of the C-string, cheeky bottoms, and possibly tie side/break-away styles) of G-string/T-backs/Thongs available sometimes as slings. Slings, suspender, or slingshot-style G-strings/T-backs/Thongs are popular in some areas, and come in many different styles. Some slings have suspenders which may be wide enough to cover the nipples, while others might be "spaghetti strap" thin. Regardless, they're a nice alternative to have available in your dancing wardrobe because not everyone wears them. This might help your "knock 'em dead" outfits stand out even more by giving them a unique, and interesting edge. You can also twist, knot, and intertwine the suspenders of slingshots bottoms to help keep them in place, reduce the length of the suspenders themselves without having to cut them, or just to make them look more interesting while you're wearing them: they're really quite flattering and versatile.
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    Default Re: I need lessons in Thong 101

    Thank you soo much.. I have y back thongs and i have a couple of slongshot outfits that i obviously wont be able to use in a VA club..lol.. but i do have 3 bikinis that have a "t-back" style back where there is that inch and a half or so of fabric in the back.. This helped alot I realllly appreciate it!!

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    Third verse, different from the first. I'm STILL having issues about the HTML content of my post. D'oh!

    The only other thing you might want to know about is the availability of "extreme" bikinis, or "extreme" bikini bottoms. Most of these are uniquely designed, and "itty-bitty." They provide low to NO coverage. I imagine these would be acceptable in some nude establishments, but not for topless or bikini clubs so much. If your club has rules about which bottoms they want their dancers to wear, make sure you're not breaking the rules by showing too much in front, or being Too"$hort" in 'other places,' either. Many a wayward customer has gotten themselves into trouble for wanting/attempting to "look for love in all of our WRONG places" at one time or another; dress codes and rules were probably established for a good reason.

    is an example of the "teardrop" shaped extreme bikini bottom, which appears to cover enough, in the front but I'm certain there are much smaller cuts available in this style, and I'm betting the coverage in the back isn't what it should be for a stricter club.

    and illustrate the micro bikini bottom (the black one) - yes, it really IS micro! But, apparently that's not micro OR mini enough for some, because the micro-mini bikini bottom which is pictured in orange/coral, covers even LESS!

    The "radikal bikini bottom" shown here basically resembles little more than an eye patch, (arr, matey!) takes the concept of extreme bikini to a whole new, and somewhat "novel" level. I suppose for tanning/body modification purposes one might need something like this, but damb! That's tiny!

    Anyway, there's probably loads of other styles and cuts I've not mentioned, but I think I've probably covered most of the main ones you'll be concerned with as far as working as a dancer in a club. I suspect if you have any further questions about what's acceptable for wear in your club, you shouldn't hesitate to speak with your house mother or stage manager for more information. If for some reason you don't have access to either of those club staff members, you can always try asking some of the girls who have been dancing at that particular club for a while. They should know what's acceptable, and what isn't. They'll also probably be able to tell you where to shop for the proper gear in your area - and hopefully get some good deals.

    In the meantime, though, you might want to start taking notice of what sort of bottoms the rest of your coworkers are wearing as you're working in the club or changing between sets. You should (hopefully) feel free to ask them what's worked best for them if you're concerned about comfort, care, sizing, durability, or coverage related issues. Likewise, when you're out shopping for stuff to wear in the club, ask which items, brands/manufacturers, and styles seem to be popular with other dancers. Any sales associate/manager-type will probably know what their store is regularly having to replenish, or re-order frequently, and gladly tell you all about that merchandise. Any of the aforementioned people should be knowledgeable about this sort of thing, and able to tell you something of value. That said, if you already happen to have a questionable item you'd like to wear, but you don't know if it's acceptable, it never hurts to show it to someone "in the know" and ask about that item specifically. After all, it's better to be safe than sorry, IMO.

    Welp, that's all I have for now, thanks for reading! I'm sorry these were so long, I wish I could have just made this as one large post. Anyway, I hope something I've said here is helpful.

    Cheers, and good luck!
    Last edited by Kimbre; 12-16-2009 at 10:24 AM. Reason: My stupid pictures will NOT show up! WTH!?

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    Lol, you got to me before I was finished posting! You're quite welcome!

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    Excellent ladies... thank you

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    I've seen a version of that c-string before. It had a sort of wire in it to grip and hold it's shape. It really wouldn't be appropriate for dancing but would be good for modeling.
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    http://www.snaz75.com/bz-6105-nb.html i've been allowed to wear this everywhere i've been a few places i have to wear two. idk i think it's fun to layer a glowing color under a nonglowing color. so i just have like 10,000 of these in all the colors.

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    i like those.. and layering would be cool......i saw some girls wearing these when i went for my audition on thursday

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    Default Re: I need lessons in Thong 101

    Just tossing in my .02, my favorite thongs to wear are these:

    http://www.yandy.com/Comfort-V-Thong.php

    I haven't had any trouble wearing these anyplace. Don't let the thickness of the bands scare you - they aren't kidding when they call these "comfort". I bought several extra pairs in regular colors (non-glowing) that I wear as regular underwear.
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    This is what I wore, IMO they're the best:

    http://www.snaz75.com/bz-1166-sl.html

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