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Embarrassed about my camel toe

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M00nknight · 21/07/2023 14:41

This issue makes me extremely uncomfortable. I often wear really long tunic tops over my jeans to try and hide down there as it makes me very self conscious. I also wear a long scarf dangling down even in the hottest day in winter just to cover myself. It's unbearable. I had a comment made many years ago thats prompted my Insecurity.
I've lost alot of weight recently and none of my clothes fit , so no tunics. I went out to the shopping centre last Saturday and I wore jeans and a blouse. My husband has always told me never to worry about it. Anyway I noticed one girl walk past me as I was standing In the shop. It was very clear she was looking down there then she glared up and gave me a dirty look.
Is this something I should be hiding ? As clearly it offends people . I feel so uncomfortable being around people. Have done for years and I feel like im not living my life , wearing clothes that I like because of the fear of being judged. I hate having to wear long tops. Sometimes i just want to wear a jumper or tshirt. I've never noticed other women so I don't even understand what would make someone even look there in the first place. I always wear jeans so it's not as if I'm walking around naked or in revealing clothing asking for judgment.
Basically I just wanna hear from other people your views as I honestly just feel so self conscious that I can't live a normal life

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DustyLee123 · 21/07/2023 14:43

Have you tried putting a pant liner in to stop it ?
I think it’s weird that people are looking at your crotch.

TeaKitten · 21/07/2023 14:43

Does every single fit of jeans do this? Can you not wear dresses or baggier trousers if you are nervous? I’ve never noticed any bodies crotch ever, I doubt many people look at all.

mycoffeecup · 21/07/2023 14:45

Just wear trousers that are a bit looser.

Hoppinggreen · 21/07/2023 14:45

It’s very unlikely other women are looking at your crotch

Alwayswonderedwhy · 21/07/2023 14:46

How thin are your jeans if it's visible through them? Just wear less thin/tight fitting clothes?
I'm assuming by camel toe you mean you can see the outline of your vulva?

TheProcrastinati · 21/07/2023 14:46

Try red or lilac leggings.

minipie · 21/07/2023 14:46

Can’t imagine glaring at someone due to a camel toe.

Sounds like your jeans are too small.

EvilElsa · 21/07/2023 14:47

Agree with pant liner or you can actually get products now to cover it. Wear skirts or dresses if it would make you more comfortable rather than sweltering in a scarf. Even a different fit of jeans would help. Honestly though, I doubt the vast majority of people even notice or care.

inloveonholiday · 21/07/2023 14:47

Wear a panty liner to smooth out your profile.

blankittyblank · 21/07/2023 14:47

It seems very odd that not only would another woman look at your crotch, but then be actively offended by what she saw? It's more likely she was looking at something else, and saw you staring at her which resulted in the look.

I also can't imagine anyone's camel toe could be that prominent in jeans.... Can you wear dresses/skirts more if it's a real problem?

Janieforever · 21/07/2023 14:48

This is due to your clothing being too small or pulled up too high. You do not get it if something fits properly and is sitting correctly.

Easyontheeyes · 21/07/2023 14:48

Are you sure there is a problem? Is it just the looks you are aware of or do you have a distinctive ‘camel toe?’

I have honestly never noticed any other woman’s camel toe. Sometimes women wear those extra tight sports leggings in a pale colour and you can see a lot more than you would if they were wearing jeans but that doesn’t seem to be your issue.

GigiAnnna · 21/07/2023 14:48

Your clothes are too tight.

Lilibert456 · 21/07/2023 14:49

Get jeans that fit you. The ones you wear are obviously too tight for you.

WhineWhineWhineWINE · 21/07/2023 14:49

It's more likely that your insecurities are making you hyper aware and thinking that everyone is looking. Try not to worry, unless your lady bits are hanging out on show with a big arrow pointing at them I doubt anyone else is noticing.

EvilElsa · 21/07/2023 14:49

Just checked and you can definitely get a camel toe cover made of silicone. Amazon do them from a quick Google search although I'm sure many other companies do. They start at around 6.99.

cyncope · 21/07/2023 14:49

I can't imagine you have visible camel toe in jeans unless you are wearing very thin, tight skinny jeans.

CrystalPalaceAlice · 21/07/2023 14:50

You’re jeans are too small or too tight. Try & buy a thicker pair of jeans, rather than the thin type which you can see through.

10HailMarys · 21/07/2023 14:50

I think you’re probably irrationally obsessed with this and imagining an issue where none exists

BluNomad · 21/07/2023 14:51

Congratulations on losing the weight. I’m so sorry that you feel this way. Honestly I doubt that it’s being noticed but I don’t doubt you are conscious about it. What about those pants (underwear) that makes it smooth down there or putting a panty liner in your knickers? Sorry if not helpful I expect you’ve tried this

ElFupacabra · 21/07/2023 14:51

I've never noticed other women so I don't even understand what would make someone even look there in the first place

Read what you’ve just wrote. If you don’t notice other women why would they notice you? Do you remember what the man with his bum crack accidentally out at the park 2 weeks ago looked like? Or the woman who had food on her face on the tube the other month? Or what any of the strangers you pass on the street look like? Kindly, you’re that important.

M00nknight · 21/07/2023 14:51

@TeaKitten
I've tried baggy trousers but I found it difficult to find a comfortable pair so can't wear them. I need stretch on the waist. My jeans have a bit of stretch on the waist as I have colitis ( immflamation in my intestine ) and most trousers flare up my stomach pain . I usually always opt for jeans with a bit of stretch in the waist. I've never felt very comfortable wearing dresses and I just hate having to wear something that makes me uncomfortable. I'm just a jeans and loose t shirt or jumper kind of person

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SweetPetrichor · 21/07/2023 14:53

I doubt you’d get a camel toe in jeans…unless you’re hoiking them up!
Plenty camel toe on shoe right now with the legging trend. Believe me, you won’t be standing out compared to them.

JoanOgden · 21/07/2023 14:54

I can't see how it's possible to have a camel toe issue while wearing jeans. I've only ever seen camel toe on women who are wearing very tight and thin leggings over thin or non-existent knickers. It's very rare.

Janieforever · 21/07/2023 14:54

SweetPetrichor · 21/07/2023 14:53

I doubt you’d get a camel toe in jeans…unless you’re hoiking them up!
Plenty camel toe on shoe right now with the legging trend. Believe me, you won’t be standing out compared to them.

Very easy to get camel toe in stretchy jeans if they are too tight or pulled up too high. And the legging look isn’t a good look.