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Hi! I’m looking for something pretty specific and I’m not sure what it would be called.

I’m doing a cosplay with a cropped top that exposes the stomach/waist area, but I don’t really want my actual skin completely exposed. I’m looking for a sheer or semi-sheer skin-colored bodysuit/base layer that would still give the illusion of bare skin.

Ideally I want something that starts around the chest/bust and goes down, without sleeves. I’d also love if it had a little bit of compression/shapewear to snatch my waist and smooth everything out, but nothing super heavy or obviously shapewear-looking.

For color reference, my skin is around light to light-medium with a neutral/warm undertone — roughly in the warm/light beige or warm ivory foundation range. So I’m hoping to find a nude mesh that won’t look noticeably pink, orange, or too tan on me.

Basically: skin-like + sheer + a little snatched lol. I want the exposed stomach in the cosplay to still look like my skin in photos, just with some coverage and smoothing underneath.

Does anyone know what I should be searching for, or have any recommendations? Dancewear, figure skating, shapewear, cosplay stuff, etc. are all welcome!

I’m 22F, 5'1", 150 lbs. I was just prescribed Ozempic, but I’m not sure if it’s worth taking.

For some background: I have PCOS, and one of my family members has type 2 diabetes. My eating habits are usually pretty simple—I have coffee in the morning, a poke bowl for lunch, and then whatever I make or order for dinner. I’ve never really had a huge appetite to begin with.
My biggest concern is that Ozempic suppresses your appetite, and I already don’t eat that much. I’m wondering if it would actually help me, or if the side effects wouldn’t be worth it.

So: Yes, no, or maybe? And why?
I’d especially love to hear from people with PCOS or anyone who has taken Ozempic despite not being a big eater.

The small plastic nub/pin on the inside of my Levante’s liftgate snapped off because too much weight was placed on the cargo cover. It’s the pin that the cargo-cover wire/cord hooks onto, allowing the cover to lift when the trunk opens.

Does anyone know where I can purchase this pin without replacing the entire cargo cover or liftgate trim? I believe it may be called a parcel-shelf tether pin or cargo-cover cord retaining pin. I found Maserati part number 673004759 listed as a “Pins Kit,” but I’m not certain it’s the correct part.

Has anyone replaced this before or know the correct part number and where to buy it?

The small plastic nub/pin on the inside of my Levante’s liftgate snapped off because too much weight was placed on the cargo cover. It’s the pin that the cargo-cover wire/cord hooks onto, allowing the cover to lift when the trunk opens.

Does anyone know where I can purchase this pin without replacing the entire cargo cover or liftgate trim? I think it may be called a parcel-shelf tether pin or cargo-cover cord retaining pin. I found Maserati part number 673004759 listed as a “Pins Kit,” but I’m not sure it’s the correct part.

Has anyone replaced this before or know the correct part number and where to buy it?

Hi everyone,

I’m hoping to get some advice from people who have gone through the OPT EAD process.

Here is my timeline:
April 27, 2026: Submitted Form I-765 for post-completion OPT after receiving a job offer.
April 28: Received my receipt notice.
May 4: USCIS scheduled my biometrics appointment.
May 18: Original biometrics appointment date, but I had my graduation ceremony that day, so I rescheduled it.
May 26: Completed my biometrics appointment.
Since then, my case status has only said that it is still being processed by USCIS. I haven’t received an estimated processing time or any other updates.

My intended job start date was July 1, but I had to postpone it because obviously my EAD isn’t approved yet. I want to work as soon as possible, but at the same time, having waited almost 3 months is making me think if it’s even worth.

For those who have recently gone through this process:
How long did it take for your EAD to be approved after biometrics? Is it worth paying for premium processing even after waiting for almost three months?

Thank you in advance for any advice or shared experiences.

Hi everyone,

I recently graduated with a BA in International Studies and currently work full-time as a paralegal in New York. My long-term goal is still law school, but before applying, I'd like to pursue a graduate degree that would broaden my knowledge and professional skill set.

I'm hoping to move beyond a purely social science background and explore areas such as security studies, cybercrime, technology, data analytics, public policy, business, management, or other interdisciplinary fields. I'm not necessarily looking for something that will improve my law school application specifically,, I just want a graduate degree that is valuable and interesting on its own.

A few preferences:

• MS or MBA preferred
• Not interested in MLA/ALM or MPS degrees
• Part-time, hybrid, or online options would be ideal while I'm working
• Open to transitioning into a full-time, in-person program after a year of work

For those who have gone down a similar path, are there any programs or schools you'd recommend looking into? I'd especially love to hear from people who pursued a master's degree before law school and felt it was genuinely worthwhile.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I recently graduated with a BA in International Studies and currently work full-time in New York. I'm considering applying to the NYU SPS MS in Global Security, Conflict, and Cybercrime (part-time hybrid format) because it seems like a good fit with my work schedule and interests.

My long-term goal is still law school, but before going down that path, I'd like to broaden my academic background and gain more technical and interdisciplinary knowledge rather than staying solely within the traditional social sciences. The program's focus on security, conflict, cybercrime, and policy sounds appealing for that reason.

However, while researching, I've come across a lot of mixed opinions about NYU SPS. Some people online make it sound like SPS isn't viewed as favorably as other NYU schools, and I've even seen comparisons to Harvard Extension School. (For context, I looked into HES as well, but I wasn't interested because the degree awarded would be an ALM/Master of Liberal Arts, whereas I'd prefer an MS degree.)

For those familiar with NYU SPS, especially this program, do you think it's worth pursuing? How is it viewed by employers, graduate schools, or professional circles? If your end goal was law school but you wanted additional graduate education first, would you consider this a worthwhile investment?

I'd appreciate any honest feedback, both positive and negative.

Hey everyone, it’s my first time going to Fan Expo and I had a quick question. Do they usually provide photos/images for autographs for free, or do you normally have to bring your own? Also, if they do provide them, do they ever have smaller sizes like 2.5 x 3.5 inches? Thank you!

I’m trying to figure out if there’s something specifically different about Horizon Organic milk that makes me feel sick compared to other brands.

I’m a huge milk lover and like trying different kinds of milk regularly. I’m not even sure if I’m actually lactose intolerant, because I never had issues drinking milk in Korea, and I can drink brands like Organic Valley just fine. But whenever I drink Horizon Organic (which is basically the most common organic milk at supermarkets near me), I get this weird aftertaste and my stomach starts feeling upset afterward.

It’s not just a slight discomfort either… something about it feels noticeably different compared to other milk brands.

Does Horizon use a different ingredient, preservation process, fortification, or sourcing method that other brands don’t? Has anyone else experienced this specifically with Horizon but not with other milk?

So I’m kinda new to commissioning and wanted to get some opinions before I push this further.

I recently found an Etsy cosplay commissioner with a 4.8 rating, and their review photos looked really good. I decided to commission a pretty simple outfit based on a game character:
white corset top
baby pink shiny ruffled skirt (with a slit)
pink rhinestone belt

Nothing super complex. Honestly, I probably could’ve found something similar on Amazon, but I wanted it tailored to fit me well, so I went the commission route and paid around $400.

Now, I did think $400 felt a bit steep for something this simple, but the seller emphasized “high quality,” so I trusted it.

Here’s where things started feeling off:
They didn’t ask any clarifying questions about the design at all… just took my measurements and disappeared.
After a week, they sent a progress photo… and it looked completely off.

Issues:
The skirt is bright pink, not baby pink
No ruffles, no sparkle — just looks flat and cheap
The belt is literally a thin red belt that looks like it came from a dollar store
The corset is okay, but now I’m questioning if they even made it themselves

I raised concerns, and their response was basically:
“I’ll change the belt”
Then they showed me a replacement belt that looks like a random $20 Amazon belt… and it’s still not even accurate to the reference. I complained about the belt too, and the response was “I handmade it for three months, you are out of budget but I will give it to you for free.”

At this point I’m honestly really disappointed. I know they have a “no refunds after production starts” policy, but the final product is so far from the reference that it doesn’t feel like what I paid for at all.

So…
Is it reasonable for me to push for a refund here?
Or am I stuck because of their policy?

Hey everyone,

I'm a cosplayer +beginner photographer trying to move away from phone cameras and get better quality shots for cosplay shoots. I used to have a SONY Alpha NEX-5 with the SONY SEL1855 lens, and I'm wondering if it's still worth using in 2026.

I’ve tried researching it, but most info is pretty outdated, so I wanted to get some real opinions.

What I’m mainly shooting:

• Cosplay portraits (indoor + outdoor)
• Conventions (so sometimes low light / crowded spaces)
• Some casual creative shoots with friends

My concerns about the NEX-5:

• It’s pretty old (2010 era)
• Autofocus seems slow compared to modern cameras
• Low-light performance might not be great?
• Not sure if the image quality still holds up vs newer entry-level cameras

My question:
Do you think it’s still worth using this camera for cosplay shoots if I pair it with a better lens? Or would I be better off upgrading?

I’m open to upgrading, but I’m also trying to be realistic about budget. I’d rather not spend a ton unless the difference is actually noticeable.

If upgrading:

• Budget: ~$1,200 (separate budget for lenses)
• Trying to buy from the U.S., but open to buy from Japan/Korea/Canada
• Open to mirrorless
• Condition: Anything
• Prioritizing:
  • Good autofocus (especially for portraits)
  • Better low-light performance
  • Sharp images for social media / prints
• Portability: Any size below small bag/shoulder strap

Thanks in advance 🙏