A little do-dad every op-shopper should own

I love a do-dad. Any nifty, gadgety, fits-in-your-pocket, blow-up, travel-sized whosit floats my boat, so I was pretty chuffed when I stumbled across a majigga that has already proved itself more valuable than Priceline gave it credit for (I found it on the bottom shelf, and that was only by accident). Let me first set the scene; provide a case study, if you will:

A 31 year old woman presents to an op shop on the hunt for work-appropriate-but-don't-mind-if-they-get-stained, good quality, cheaper than chips pair of pants. After breezing passed dresses, and stopping briefly to check for a business skirt, she settles in for a thorough rack-flick in the pants section (not to be confused with the jeans section). There are a few choice items, and she selects a handful of business pants ranging from size 10 to 14.

She enters the change room; some are too small (and muffin top is not an option), another pair far too big. And then there they are. A fantastic pair of black pants, with hip pockets and the perfect length for sensible work shoes. Ooh, nice on the bum, no pulling on the thighs. Sadly, they are just a little too loose in the waist, unable to 'hold it all in'. Half price and in perfect condition. What should she do?

Put them back? But they're almost perfect and half price. No hemming! No hemming!
Buy them? Wear them with a belt and endure the belt-bulge under knitted tops? Not an attractive option.

I'll go one better... Some clever person invented a thingy-whatsit that you thread through your back belt loop and clip to the ones on either side. It tightens your pants when a size up swims and a size below makes it difficult to eat comfortably.

Might I introduce you to the Hollywood Hip Hugger ($9.95) from the people who brought you such gems as Hollywood Fashion Tape and Hollywood Silicone Nipple Concealers (message me if you have actually tried these...). This little baby is so useful, I'm thinking about buying a back up. And the best bit? Ate too much? Feeling bloated? Nip into the loo, unclip it and store it in your pocket. Easier to conceal that a belt, more classy than unbuttoning the top of your duds. Give it a crack, just in time for Christmas (although take a tip from a chronic bloater - opt for a floaty frock at festive do's to avoid uncomfortable questions about the current state of your oven...).


Nice little do-flicker to ensure you don't have to pass on those awesome duds!

Shop here:
https://www.hollywoodfashiontape.com.au/

Also available at Priceline, Myer, some other stores I'm sure.