The Flexi-8 / Lilla Rose Thread

[theodora]

My doggie would like to thank you all for the compliments. If she could type, she'd probably be really into LHC as her hair length goal is floor :D. Between her hair and mine, we're quite serious with the growing in this household!

[CrisDee]

AAAWWWWWWWWWWWWW, that's the cutest thing EVER!!! :inlove:

[prettykitty]

Woohoo, my flexis came! I ordered them not this Monday but the Monday before, and it's Friday here so overall that's not too bad for shipping time. I got two smalls and a medium, and they're great sizes for my BSL i/ii hair. They came to work so as soon as I got them I took my bun out and had a play :)
I'm wearing the medium topaz in my updo right now, wheeeeee!

[elbow chic]

oh, my god Theodora, you should send that picture to the flexi-8 people and see if it'll net you a freebie. So cute.

[theodora]

Great idea! Maybe they'll send me a mini one for her! Can't hurt to try ;-)

[Kaijah]

Okay, kids! I finally got the mini flexi! :P It's actually too small for her bun, but it works pretty well as a "pony tail" holder. I think I'd need one size up for her bun...

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8096&pictureid=105705

She's actually in a puppy cut now, with just the top knot and tail long... it got WAY too hot this summer, and walks just weren't fun for her anymore at floor length. :( Maybe we'll start going back that long in the fall.

[pixiestar]

Okay, kids! I finally got the mini flexi! :P It's actually too small for her bun, but it works pretty well as a "pony tail" holder. I think I'd need one size up for her bun...

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8096&pictureid=105705

She's actually in a puppy cut now, with just the top knot and tail long... it got WAY too hot this summer, and walks just weren't fun for her anymore at floor length. :( Maybe we'll start going back that long in the fall.

She is adorable:D

[HairStickler]

Okay, kids! I finally got the mini flexi! :P It's actually too small for her bun, but it works pretty well as a "pony tail" holder. I think I'd need one size up for her bun...

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8096&pictureid=105705

She's actually in a puppy cut now, with just the top knot and tail long... it got WAY too hot this summer, and walks just weren't fun for her anymore at floor length. :( Maybe we'll start going back that long in the fall.
So cute! It looks like a tiara on her!

[CrisDee]

OOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH how CUTE!! She looks like she is posing for that photo to show off the shiny! :inlove:

[Rennire]

So cute!!! My mom's dogs had better look out, I'm coming after them with my hair toys now! :D

[Theobroma]

Awww! That's way too cute to be legal! :)

[catspank]

Okay, kids! I finally got the mini flexi! :P It's actually too small for her bun, but it works pretty well as a "pony tail" holder. I think I'd need one size up for her bun...

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8096&pictureid=105705

She's actually in a puppy cut now, with just the top knot and tail long... it got WAY too hot this summer, and walks just weren't fun for her anymore at floor length. :( Maybe we'll start going back that long in the fall.

Ooooooooooooooooooooooooohhhhh! Could she be any cuter??? :inlove:

[Alvrodul]

Okay, kids! I finally got the mini flexi! :P It's actually too small for her bun, but it works pretty well as a "pony tail" holder. I think I'd need one size up for her bun...

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8096&pictureid=105705

She's actually in a puppy cut now, with just the top knot and tail long... it got WAY too hot this summer, and walks just weren't fun for her anymore at floor length. :( Maybe we'll start going back that long in the fall.
She is adorable! *melts*

[Kaijah]

LOL, thanks gals. :D She's a real sweetie.

I'll probably add a few more pictures of updos to her album over the next week... and an old long haired picture or two!

[Henrietta]

I have just discovered LillaRose by reading a few pages back here.
*COMPLETELY SPEECHLESS*
Why didn't you tell me before?! :):)

How it it possible that they have so much more styles? I'm a slave of This one (https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/(S(bytc0glflogiwvzlanqhwdgr))/ShoppingCartNew/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=18537&CatalogueID=204&PartyID=-1&PartyGuestID=0&InternalUse=1&ProductGroupString=67.71).

How about their shipping? Flexi ships for 7$ international. And LillaRose? I'll be purchasing 3 or 4 Flexis soon and... On my... Sorry for overreacting but I see so many new styles and I love them much more than those presented on official side...!

Oh, wait. I can't buy anything there because I'm nor from US/Canada/Mexico.
Fail.
Oh... It almost hurts. To see half a dozen Flexis that I'd LOVE to have and have to go back to old "official" models. ;(

And their sticks... Ooooh.
Is it possible to purchase them anywhere else? Again, HOW do they do that? Why those models are not on official page? :(:(

[CrisDee]

Henrietta, sending you a PM :)

[Theobroma]

How it it possible that they have so much more styles? I'm a slave of This one (https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/%28S%28bytc0glflogiwvzlanqhwdgr%29%29/ShoppingCartNew/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=18537&CatalogueID=204&PartyID=-1&PartyGuestID=0&InternalUse=1&ProductGroupString=67.71).

I clicked over after reading your post... and fell hard for this one (https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/%28S%28bytc0glflogiwvzlanqhwdgr%29%29/ShoppingCartNew/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=18584&CatalogueID=204&PartyID=-1&PartyGuestID=-1&InternalUse=1&ProductGroupString=67.71). IF ONLY it were antique brass or gold instead of silver, which I really hate the look of in my hair. But that rose centre... *swoon*

[Henrietta]

I clicked over after reading your post... and fell hard for this one (https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/%28S%28bytc0glflogiwvzlanqhwdgr%29%29/ShoppingCartNew/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=18584&CatalogueID=204&PartyID=-1&PartyGuestID=-1&InternalUse=1&ProductGroupString=67.71). IF ONLY it were antique brass or gold instead of silver, which I really hate the look of in my hair. But that rose centre... *swoon*

Maybe it's possible to get with custom made option? :> I have it on my "I HAVE to have it" list too :)

[Theobroma]

Maybe it's possible to get with custom made option? :> I have it on my "I HAVE to have it" list too :)

Don't tell anyone, but I've already made enquiries to that effect. ;) *crosses fingers*

[Kaijah]

Don't tell anyone, but I've already made enquiries to that effect. ;) *crosses fingers*

Let us know what they say. :p I'd love that style in antique brass... it seems like sooo many standard Flexis are silver, and that's really my least favorite for toys in my hair.

[Theobroma]

Let us know what they say. :p I'd love that style in antique brass... it seems like sooo many standard Flexis are silver, and that's really my least favorite for toys in my hair.

I'll keep you posted.

As for silver -- yay! I'm not the only one who's less than ecstatic about the dominance of silver Flexis on the site! I wonder if there are more of us? And maybe it would do some good to let Flexi know that we non-silver-fanciers exist? :)

[Knittycat]

Just how flexible is the flexi 8? I can't afford to buy one at the moment, but I do a lot of beading and I might be able to make myself one. Are the beads strung on tiger-tail wire or is it stiffer than that?

[TheBluffs]

This week, I am ordering my first Flexi8! :D I was lucky enough to get to know what size I am (squintinschool had her XL and her L at the Toronto meet) ! I'm wondering why there is so many more lovely designs for M (I am a XL). I would have ordered tonight, but I am torn between the Celtic Cross, Celtic Circle, and silver with colour beads. I will post pictures when they arrive!

[CrisDee]

Just how flexible is the flexi 8? I can't afford to buy one at the moment, but I do a lot of beading and I might be able to make myself one. Are the beads strung on tiger-tail wire or is it stiffer than that?

Knitty, stroll on over to the Self-made Hairtoys thread, a few members have made some lovely Flexi-wannabe's :) I believe they are made from piano wire, but I can't find the link at the moment to confirm that. Good luck with your efforts, and of course pictures are mandatory! :D

[Zesty]

Do you think I would need an XL flexi for a full updo like a french twist? My ponytail circumference is about 3.75 without bangs, and it's 29" long (just slightly above waist). I have an XS flexi that I use to fake half-ups, but I probably really need a small for that, as the extra small is not large enough for normal half-ups, just enough to pull back pieces of hair from my face.

[bunzfan]

Thanks to this thread i visited the website which i haven't been on recently and fell in love with this http://www.flexi8.com/0979.html?id=iSGqtzPg:crush:

[CrisDee]

BF, that is one of my favorites, especially in henna'd hair (mine :D) - but it would look great in any color hair. As you can probably tell from my font color choice, I'm in love with green! :D

[TheBluffs]

Thanks to this thread i visited the website which i haven't been on recently and fell in love with this http://www.flexi8.com/0979.html?id=iSGqtzPg:crush:

It's lovely! The center is just wonderful. :inlove:

[Alvrodul]

bunzfan, I like the beads, but I am not particularly happy with the metal. I really wish they had more styles in gold!

[pixiestar]

Thanks to this thread i visited the website which i haven't been on recently and fell in love with this http://www.flexi8.com/0979.html?id=iSGqtzPg:crush:

Really gorgeous bunzfan:D

[theodora]

Can I join the chorus for more gold? :D

I don't wear silver jewellery as I don't think it works on my skin tone and I feel weird about mismatching.

[TheBluffs]

On the Lilla Rose site, there is one Flexi I like (The only one I can find with Silver and Blue)

https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberT...upString=67.71

I found the flexi8 in L size. Is there any way that Flexi8 site (Or Lilla Rose) could make a XL version of it?

[skraprchik]

On the Lilla Rose site, there is one Flexi I like (The only one I can find with Silver and Blue)

https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberT...upString=67.71

I found the flexi8 in L size. Is there any way that Flexi8 site (Or Lilla Rose) could make a XL version of it?
It sounds like you may have to send them a request for a custom design. The Flexi-8 site, not Lilla Rose. I don't think Lilla Rose does custom orders.

[TheBluffs]

It sounds like you may have to send them a request for a custom design. The Flexi-8 site, not Lilla Rose. I don't think Lilla Rose does custom orders.

Thank you! I will do just that! :)

[Kaijah]

I do think most styles come in the warm metals, but they always seem to just list silver. The one time I ordered from Flexi8's home site, I just bought a princess style XL in black/silver, and in the notes I put "can this be made in brass with garnet beads" and they did that with no problem.

In the FAQ, they say you can order a style in a different size by ordering a flexi in the size you want (i.e. XL) and asking for the SKU number of the "wrong" sized one. But you have to match the price it'd be.. like a simple style is $19 or $19.95, but the dangly styles are $24. (I imagine I'd mess that up somehow...)

I'm always afraid they'll miss the note, or I'll happen to pick something that doesn't come in brass though. :shrug: I'm probably just paranoid.

[bunzfan]

I just love anything that's green at the moment :D

[CrisDee]

I just love anything that's green at the moment :D

I've been crazy about green for decades! Probably because it's a little off the beaten path for a "favorite color." :D

[skraprchik]

My small collection of Flexi-8s arrived from Lilla Rose on Saturday.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3012/5873729544_d598655096_m.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93897071@N00/5873729544/)
Flexi-8 Collection 1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/93897071@N00/5873729544/)

From left to right they are the Princess Tiara Jet in Large, the Simple Band Gold in Medium, the Flower Blossom Medley in Medium, and the Simple Band in Small. I'm wearing the Simple Band now and I love it. The photo says collection 1 because I'm sure I'll be ordering more in the future:D.

[sugar&nutmeg]

Hi~I'm new here and about to begin my collection of Flexi-8s. I'm willing to experiment with the sizing, since I understand there's a bit of 'individual differences' involved with that. I'm thinking of starting with a medium and a large. Medium for French twists/foldy things, and large for buns (either now or, if it's too large, when my hair regrows more).

I do have a question: Is there any difference or preference, between ordering from the Flexi-8 site itself, or from Lilla Rose? I don't completely understand why there are two sites selling the same product, so...just wondering how they differ (if at all).

[CrisDee]

Hi, Sugar&Nutmeg, welcome to LHC! :flower:

Flexi8 is the original site, many of us have ordered from them. The advantage of ordering directly from the Flexi8 site is that you can customize your Flexi - for instance, order a different centerpiece, or order the design in gold rather than silver.

Lilla Rose is Flexi8's multi-level marketing division, a la Tupperware or Mary Kay, where you order through a consultant. The advantage of Lilla Rose is they have more designs, and they have a "Flexi of the Month" that's only available for that month. But (a) you have to order through a consultant (or become one yourself), and (b) you can't customize your Flexi.

Each has its own advantages and disadvantages - but with either you get some very pretty shiny things! :inlove:

[sugar&nutmeg]

Thanks so much! That explains it perfectly. Now, to try to decide on a design...

[TheBluffs]

Canadian's- How long did it take to get your Flexi8? Because on their website, it saids that it varies, and up to 4-6 weeks. :(

[squintinschool]

Canadian's- How long did it take to get your Flexi8? Because on their website, it saids that it varies, and up to 4-6 weeks. :(
I've had either end of that spectrum. And to boot, you are going to be dealing with possibly even longer wait times, because of the postal strike.

[Rennire]

Canadian's- How long did it take to get your Flexi8? Because on their website, it saids that it varies, and up to 4-6 weeks. :(


Before all of the postal strike madness started I recieved my Flexis pretty fast. The first time I ordered it took one week and the second time it took 10 days.

[dulce]

I will try and post pictures?
http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00602.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00602.jpg)

[dulce]

Have been struggling to post pics!!!
http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00604.jpg (http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00604.jpg)

[dulce]

Once more here goes..
http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00601.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00601.jpg)

[dulce]

Sorry for frizz but my naturally curly hair is frizzy.

[dulce]

My favorite flexi is the one with the fairy and the borealis stones.

[dulce]

I ordered before our canadian postal strike and it finished yesterday so hopefully my new flexis will arrive this week.

[dulce]

Am so thrilled I figured pic downloading out so bear with me,here's another flexi pic.
http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00688.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00688.jpg)

[CrisDee]

I love the danglies, Dulce, and of course the dragonfly - I'm crazy about dragonflies! :crush:

[sugar&nutmeg]

Dulce, I'm sold! After seeing this pic and the 'Renegray' one, I placed my order for my first Flexi's. Whoo-hoo!

I ordered a large simple band in silver, a medium tiger lily with dark wood beads in silver, and a mini Roman cross in antique brass.

So. Excited. :cheese:

And I'm so glad to have this place, where expressing such excitement is not considered peculiar. :)

[pepperminttea]

Looks beautiful in your hair Dulce - I love your silvers! :crush:

[dulce]

Suger and nutmeg-You won't be sorry with your flexis.They are beautiful and so well made and not too expensive.You will find you need different sizes for different hairstyles though.

[sugar&nutmeg]

Okay, I'm in love.

My first three Flexi-8's arrived today. I ordered them on Thursday.

Right now, I'm wearing the medium in a French twist. It looks beautiful, feels weightless and holds firmly. The large works with a bun, and the mini holds two twisted side sections back in a modified half-up.

I definitely need more of these. :)

[Venefica]

Dulce your hair look like it belong on a fairytale sorceress, that hair toy is just so pretty and so is your hair.

[nocojojo]

I ordered my first Flexi-8s yesterday. My hair is only shoulder length but I'll be able to do several very simple styles. Very excited!

[SC]

I ordered mine also yesterday (yes I saw that you wrote your message earlier, anyways). I ordered 2 for myself and 2 for my little sister who has longer hair than I do. When my hair grows I can lend hers. I hope that I'll get them soon, I'm very excited on trying them, though my hair is still so short that I can only wear mini. But soon my extra small will be in my daily use!

[tolly]

i just ordered my first set today, I live in Africa, I wonder how long it will take to get here. I want to know if it tarnishes with use. TIA

[Theobroma]

tolly, I hope you don't have to wait too long for your clips to arrive! I've had some of my flexis for over a year and there's no trace of tarnishing on any of them, regardless of the colour, so I don't think you need to worry on that score.

[tolly]

thank you Theobroma, I'm glad its durable. I've had orders take 2weeks another 6weeks from U.S so I'm impatiently waiting on this one.
the flexi are so beautiful, I am already planning the ones I'll pick for my next order!

[Zesty]

Hey, I just wanted to share a close-up picture of my first (and only, thus far) flexi-8 in my hair.

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n120/Paisley_Love/flexi8600x338.jpg

It's an XS Mighty Celtic Knot. It's really too small to do a proper half-up (although you wouldn't know that from the picture! :p), but it's very pretty.

[pixiestar]

Hey, I just wanted to share a close-up picture of my first (and only, thus far) flexi-8 in my hair.

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n120/Paisley_Love/flexi8600x338.jpg

It's an XS Mighty Celtic Knot. It's really too small to do a proper half-up (although you wouldn't know that from the picture! :p), but it's very pretty.


That looks gorgeous:D

[Chibbylick]

Oh LHC should come with an enabler's warning! Just made my first order, and I'm excited! Wonder how long it will take for delivery in Australia... Can't wait!

[CrisDee]

Zesty, LOVE the Celtic Knot! Actually I love it so much I have two of 'em, a mini and the same XS you have. :)

[Pumpkin]

Just placed an order for a 'large' flexi 8. I cannot wait to get it in the mail!!! I own 2 others, but my hair has outgrown them.

[kouran]

I have just taken a picture of my three flexi-8s that I received three days ago!! :cheese:

Here they are: http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/album.php?albumid=8218&pictureid=107838

[Paranda Belle]

So I finally managed to get my hands on a flexi-8, a toy that I've been lusting after since I joined LHC, and after playing with it for a bit I'm having problems:(

It's a medium that I thought I could use for halfups and small buns, but whatever notch I put it on, it seems to fall out. I think the problem is this: I either put too much hair in, causing it to snap open, or too little so there is not enough tension to hold itself in. :confused: I can do a ponytail, but ponytails make my hair all tangled.

Does anyone have any advice? I'm probably doing something obviously wrong. I REALLY want flexi-8s to work for me as they are so pretty and was saving up to get some big ones to use for buns.

[dulce]

Paranda Belle,you will need different size flexis for different dos.It sounds like it's too big for your style.I use a mini for half up,a xsmall or small for half up in a bun, a xsmall or small for pony ,a xsmall for the end of my braid, and a xl or mega for a full lazy wrap bun.Also 1 noticed if 1 oil my hair where i wear my flexi in a pony then it will slide out ,even the xsmall slides out ,so 1 only oil my ends.From my experience they never snap open,if it's too small for you you won't be able to close it.You probably need a xsmall or small for half ups.If you put it in a braid down your back, do just a short braid leaving a long tassel and attach the flexi there,if you braid too far down it tapers and the flexi doesn't hold as well.

[dulce]

If you use the right size flexi for your dos,it will hold like a rock!

[dulce]

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00710.jpg

[dulce]

That was a large pic!!! with a large flexi in a bun-will be starting to use xlarge now as this one is getting too tight.Be prepared to change sizes as your hair grows.

[CrisDee]

Oooh, such a pretty Flexi, Dulce! And it looks fantastic in your hair :)

[HairStickler]

It's a medium that I thought I could use for halfups and small buns, but whatever notch I put it on, it seems to fall out. I think the problem is this: I either put too much hair in, causing it to snap open, or too little so there is not enough tension to hold itself in. :confused:
Paranda Belle, changing notches doesn't really seem to help me. The important thing is to figure out just how much hair will work with each size. Keep trying with your half-up. If it is too loose, include a little more hair in the half-up. If it is too tight, take some out. There should be a happy medium where it will work.

[vanillabones]

http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00710.jpg

Oh my gosh I loveee this Flexi! I want it :cheese:

[dulce]

This is a large fairy with clear aurea borealis[not spelled right!] I picked clear over pink as it goes with all colour of clothes when I get dressed.

[Theobroma]

It's a medium that I thought I could use for halfups and small buns, but whatever notch I put it on, it seems to fall out.
[...]
Does anyone have any advice? I'm probably doing something obviously wrong. I REALLY want flexi-8s to work for me as they are so pretty and was saving up to get some big ones to use for buns.

A medium is probably too large to do stable half-ups except with very, very thick hair! I'd suggest trying yours in a Nautilus or a lazy wrap bun. It should be fine for those styles and other centre-held ones, even at your length. (CinnamonHair has a video somewhere showing how she uses quite small hairtoys to hold her knee-length hair in centre-held styles!)

[TheBluffs]

I got my flexi-8! The custom looks perfect, and the size is perfect also! :) I will post picture up latter, and hope to get it working with a pretzel bun. :D

[HairStickler]

A medium is probably too large to do stable half-ups except with very, very thick hair!
I wouldn't say that my hair is very, very thick, but mediums work for my half-ups. Maybe I just use a lot of hair in my half-ups? I usually put a little more than half of my hair in the clip. I can also wear a small in my half-ups, if I include less hair.

[Theobroma]

I wouldn't say that my hair is very, very thick, but mediums work for my half-ups. Maybe I just use a lot of hair in my half-ups? I usually put a little more than half of my hair in the clip. I can also wear a small in my half-ups, if I include less hair.

Fair enough! On the rare occasions that I do half-ups I put less than half my hair in the clip, so a small is the largest that'll work for me! But then my hair isn't as thick as yours in the first place.

[Paranda Belle]

Thanks for all the advice with my flexi troubles :flowers:

I managed to get it to hold the center of a braided bun. I think it's mainly a technique and thing. Plus I havent used clips in a while and clipping my hair seems so alien after twisting and forking it!

[dulce]

my newest flexi 8-a x large tree of life pearl.http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00775.jpg (http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00775.jpg)

[dulce]

Just did my favorite bun,a lazy wrap.It holds really well for that style bun.Am waiting for my x large pointsettia flexi 8 to wear in xmas season in my "go to "lazy wrap bun .

[dulce]

Should have centered it better in bun but you get the gist of what this one looks like.

[nocojojo]

I received my first Flexis two weeks ago. A medium holds up my peacock or French twist perfectly. My DD is fond of them too. Seems like another order is in order!

[dulce]

Love flexi- 8's,and forks,and ficcares,they are so much fun!1 just wish they had been around when 1 was younger.

[Yosha]

my newest flexi 8-a x large tree of life pearl.http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00775.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00775.jpg)
That's a beautiful flexi!

[dulce]

Wasn't sure when 1 ordered if 1'd like the pearls but they have a dainty old fashioned feeling especially with pearl earrings and am glad 1 bought it.

[Theobroma]

Wasn't sure when 1 ordered if 1'd like the pearls but they have a dainty old fashioned feeling especially with pearl earrings and am glad 1 bought it.

It's very pretty, and the pearls look lovely in your hair!

I have a couple of custom Flexis in the works myself. I can hardly wait!

[CrisDee]

I FINALLY have enough hair to use the Flexi I bought at least a year ago "on spec" - it's still my favorite, aurora borealis crystals with a sparklie danglie in the center:


http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5812&pictureid=108432

Crappy photo, but my camera is broken :(

[theodora]

Thought I should put pics of my 3 flexis!
My xs in vintage bronze or whatever this is called (previously posted picture of my doggie wearing it)
http://www.longhaircommunity.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=8023&pictureid=104737
My small in gold with aurora borealis (ignore the ridiculous hairdo, it's one of the only styles that doesn't give me a headache but it looks silly)
http://www.longhaircommunity.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=7931&pictureid=108434
My medium in silver with copper beads (again, pardon the weirdo bun, it was hard squishing all my hair to fit inside it)
http://www.longhaircommunity.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=7931&pictureid=108433

Next, I think I need a large. And perhaps a mini for Dora! But it'll have to wait for pay day.

[CrisDee]

Theodora, I love how that one with the silver and copper beads looks in your hair! But my favorite photo is your Dora, that one just makes me squeeee! :D

[theodora]

Thanks a lot crisdee, I really liked that flexi because it had a mix of warm and cold, with the silver, the gold and copper beads. Also at the time I didn't know you could ask for it to be done with gold. But hey, no regrets, I like it a lot this way!

[Catladyintown]

FREE SHIPPING on $20 or more until the 22nd and 23rd of July, at Flexi8 and Lilla Rose. :cheese::cheese:

[Pierre]

I was just going to post that ^ I got emails from both and I brought up the website and am deciding what to get. I also managed to order Lilla Rose business cards (I had problem uploading the files to the card company and had to call them on the phone). Hopefully next week I'll get them. I wished I had them when last Tuesday a girl admired my Flexis.

[Catladyintown]

Pierre isn't it hard to make a decisions on which Flexi8?:cheese::cheese:

[Sinnamon]

Did anyone try the XXL yet? I'm wondering if my whole bun will go in there or if that will be just too little. My XL's are too small for my whole (cinna)bun.

[PrincessBob]

While this sale is only two days, it might be more useful than we realize. You see the prices on Flexi's are going up for good, a dollar or two each. So the free shipping is their way of making it up to their loyal customers and easing the price transition.

[Catladyintown]

While this sale is only two days, it might be more useful than we realize. You see the prices on Flexi's are going up for good, a dollar or two each. So the free shipping is their way of making it up to their loyal customers and easing the price transition.

How did you find this out. I thought they were going up a little but is this a permanent price hike?

[dulce]

I tried the xxl and had to return it,1 use a xl for my lazywrap bun.My hair is very near waist,a ii,fine and very layered[apl to waist.The xxlarge is much bigger than the xlarge!

[PrincessBob]

From the site: "Flexi-Fans,
(http://www.flexi8.com/new-prices.html?id=4tnMnAUQ)
I hope you are enjoying the free shipping through Saturday! Some of you may have noticed that we have raised our prices. As you know, Flexi8.com pricing has remained the same for many years even though during that time our costs have steadily increased. Up until now, I have absorbed the increases since I derive no pleasure in charging more for my Flexi.

However, as you all have experienced, prices are going up everywhere, with no exception to my supply vendors. I am grateful for your purchases and hope you will remain a loyal Flexi-8 customer.

All the best!
John "

It's all quite reasonable, really. It's just If you've been planning to buy one but putting it off, now might be the time to make the purchase. The dollar or two I mentioned is because I've been keeping tab on the prices, myself, but I can't take advantage because my funds are down to a minimum until fall quarter begins, y'know, and with this sudden injury (broke my foo Tuesday night) I just want everyone to get their chance and be informed. So get you pretties and enjoy! ;)

[Catladyintown]

PrincessBob it is reasonable. John has been real nice not raising price for a while. I still can't get over the price of gas.:o

[Naphthylamine]

The new design is sooo pretty! I gave in and ordered one :D

[Ishje]

I love the new design! it is so pretty.
last Thursday I ordered a XL flexi, and then I could not find the new design on the site, but now that it is there I am in a lot of doubt.
I think it will have to wait, because I also ordered a 60th street fork yesterday.
but I hope to see some pictures of the new design here!

[Theobroma]

OK, what is the "new design" that everyone's raving about? Could someone perhaps post a link?

(Not that I should even be asking, as I have two customs headed my way... :D )

[Ishje]

http://www.flexi8.com/1971.html?id=GfExZkH6

that is it ^^

[Theobroma]

Ishje, thanks! Now that is a pretty clip. Pity it only seems to come in silver, though -- that isn't a colour that looks at all good in my hair... :cry:

[CrisDee]

Theobroma, since it's from the regular Flexi8 site, and since they are so accommodating at doing customs, maybe they can make it for you in gold? :)

[Theobroma]

Theobroma, since it's from the regular Flexi8 site, and since they are so accommodating at doing customs, maybe they can make it for you in gold? :)

I'd ask whether that particular centre is available in gold -- but I have two customs en route to me already! I'll keep it in mind, though. I don't usually flip for the dangly clips, but I really like the looped dangles on this one. Perhaps around Christmas! :)

[kouran]

Here are the action pictures!! :) I was waiting for a good hair day to post these pictures but that day never came so my hair still has a bit of conditioner in it. I also apologize for my lack of skill in making hairstyles, the only one I use is the chinese bun, all the others are uncomfortable. The flexi-8s are all Extra Large.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1331.jpg?t=1311686731

The flexi couldn't hold my cinnabun, so it's only holding my first coil.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1333.jpg?t=1311686827

My first try at a Lazy Wrap bun, it's far from perfect...Here my reddish strands can be seen! My hair is naturaly like this, I have only used henna once ten years ago.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1334.jpg?t=1311686913

A messy figure 8 bun...I have no practice at all....

[Theobroma]

Oh my, Kouran, your hair is gorgeous and the Flexis you chose complement it perfectly!

[kouran]

Oh my, Kouran, your hair is gorgeous and the Flexis you chose complement it perfectly!

:D Wooo, thank you very much!!! :cheese:

[eresh]

Did anyone try the XXL yet? I'm wondering if my whole bun will go in there or if that will be just too little. My XL's are too small for my whole (cinna)bun.


Have you tried one yet?
Otherwise, you can try mine if we go to the same meeting sometime.

[dulce]

1 tried the xxl but my hair is only a ii plus layered and only close to my waist[much shorter than yours] and it was too big for me.1 use an xlarge for my lazywrap.The xxlarge [mega?] is much larger than the xlarge.

[Catladyintown]

Kouran your flexi8 looks gorgeous in your hair. I really like the contrast of the white flexi.

[Avienda]

wow, I'm going to have to get some of these! They are sooo pretty!

[kouran]

Kouran your flexi8 looks gorgeous in your hair. I really like the contrast of the white flexi.

Thank you! :D Yes, that's the reason why I chose it! It's not white, it's pearlized, but since the light was so strong today they looked white.

[beatriz]

kouran, the flexi8 are lovely and your hair looks shiny and healthy :)
I think the person that took those photos took them well. :p

[dulce]

Those 3 xlarge flexis are beautiful! Love the action pics so 1 really see what some of them look like.

[kouran]

kouran, the flexi8 are lovely and your hair looks shiny and healthy :)
I think the person that took those photos took them well. :p

Thank you, sister! :D

[C.H.]

Here are the action pictures!! :) I was waiting for a good hair day to post these pictures but that day never came so my hair still has a bit of conditioner in it. I also apologize for my lack of skill in making hairstyles, the only one I use is the chinese bun, all the others are uncomfortable. The flexi-8s are all Extra Large.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1331.jpg?t=1311686731

The flexi couldn't hold my cinnabun, so it's only holding my first coil.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1333.jpg?t=1311686827

My first try at a Lazy Wrap bun, it's far from perfect...Here my reddish strands can be seen! My hair is naturaly like this, I have only used henna once ten years ago.

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1334.jpg?t=1311686913

A messy figure 8 bun...I have no practice at all....

Are you absolutely certain these are extra larges and not megas? Because I just got an extra large and it looks decidedly smaller than than those. The pin on yours appears to be actually wider than your head and looks more like hairstick length (like a 6.25 of a mega) and the flexi in general seems to reach almost all the way across the back of your heads whereas mine doesn't do that. The proportions of your flexi on your head is just so much different than mine on me it's hard to explain how they could possibly be the same size. And no I don't have a large head. I think my head is on the small side actually.

I'm am actually trying to decide whether I should exchange the extra large for a mega. But I just keep thinking that can't be right because my hair really isn't that thick. I'm on the thinner side of ii, although I don't have any layers or much taper either.

ETA: I am trying to do full buns. I could make a LWB work, figure 8 and center-held cinnabuns were iffy. I really don't want a $30 toy that can only work with one style.

[kouran]

Are you absolutely certain these are extra larges and not megas? Because I just got an extra large and it looks decidedly smaller than than those. The pin on yours appears to be actually wider than your head and looks more like hairstick length (like a 6.25 of a mega) and the flexi in general seems to reach almost all the way across the back of your heads whereas mine doesn't do that. The proportions of your flexi on your head is just so much different than mine on me it's hard to explain how they could possibly be the same size. And no I don't have a large head. I think my head is on the small side actually.

I'm am actually trying to decide whether I should exchange the extra large for a mega. But I just keep thinking that can't be right because my hair really isn't that thick. I'm on the thinner side of ii, although I don't have any layers or much taper either.

ETA: I am trying to do full buns. I could make a LWB work, figure 8 and center-held cinnabuns were iffy. I really don't want a $30 toy that can only work with one style.

I'm not entirely sure, since I've never seen a mega flexi, but I wouldn't have the money for three mega-flexis for sure, I have ordered from the extra large page, here is the receipt:

Items for order #23312
-------------------------------------------------------
1x Item #1054 at $19.00
...... Native inspired filigree with jade heart beadwork
...... Description: extra_large/silver
1x Item #1631 at $19.00
...... Tree of Life centerpiece with lovely pearl accents
...... Description: extra_large/silver
1x Item #1635 at $19.00
...... A circle of hearts and flowers with lite amethyst matte bead
...... Description: extra_large/silver
SUBTOTAL: $57.00
SALES TAX: $0.00
SHIPPING/HANDLING: $7.00
ORDER TOTAL: $64.00

Maybe there was a error or something like it. I'm planning to buy a mega-flexi in some months, so I will compare the sizes then. In my album there's a pic of the flexis with a measuring tape, so you can see how much they measure. Also, my head is small too, I was actually surprised that the buns were so big compared to my head :o.

[Sundial]

kouran use the discount code blue-32088 for 10% discount. It also helps to wait for their free shipping promotion because the discounts stack. You just missed one recently though :(

[kouran]

kouran use the discount code blue-32088 for 10% discount. It also helps to wait for their free shipping promotion because the discounts stack. You just missed one recently though :(

Thank you Sundial! :) I will next time! I saw the promotion, but it was already too late...:shrug:

[Sundial]

You're welcome! :D I'll keep you in mind and will remember to tell you when I receive email on free shipping promotion again so hang in there! It happens quite often so it doesn't make sense to buy now if you don't mind waiting

[Sundial]

Are you absolutely certain these are extra larges and not megas? Because I just got an extra large and it looks decidedly smaller than than those. The pin on yours appears to be actually wider than your head and looks more like hairstick length (like a 6.25 of a mega) and the flexi in general seems to reach almost all the way across the back of your heads whereas mine doesn't do that. The proportions of your flexi on your head is just so much different than mine on me it's hard to explain how they could possibly be the same size. And no I don't have a large head. I think my head is on the small side actually.

I'm am actually trying to decide whether I should exchange the extra large for a mega. But I just keep thinking that can't be right because my hair really isn't that thick. I'm on the thinner side of ii, although I don't have any layers or much taper either.

ETA: I am trying to do full buns. I could make a LWB work, figure 8 and center-held cinnabuns were iffy. I really don't want a $30 toy that can only work with one style.

Oddly it does look like a mega flexi to me too! That's how mine looks from the back of my head and my head isn't that big :o

[kouran]

You're welcome! I'll keep you in mind and will remember to tell you when I receive email on free shipping promotion again so hang in there! It happens quite often so it doesn't make sense to buy now if you don't mind waiting

Thank you again! :)


Oddly it does look like a mega flexi to me too! That's how mine looks from the back of my head and my head isn't that big :o

I just went measure the entire metal stick and it was 5.3 inches (13.5cm). Is my head abnormaly small?? shudder:

[Theobroma]

I just went measure the entire metal stick and it was 5.3 inches (13.5cm). Is my head abnormaly small?? shudder:

Might have something to do with camera angle as well -- photos can be very misleading that way!

Anyway, if the pin on your flexis is 13.5cm, you definitely have XLs and not Mega-Flexis. My own two XLs are exactly the same length as yours!

[kouran]

Might have something to do with camera angle as well -- photos can be very misleading that way!

Anyway, if the pin on your flexis is 13.5cm, you definitely have XLs and not Mega-Flexis. My own two XLs are exactly the same length as yours!

Well, I guess it's not a big deal to have a small head, since my body is small too, it doesn't look to unproportional...:laugh:

[giuditta]

My first Flexi-8s ever arrived today, they are sooooo beautiful! They are extra small to do half ups with my bob, love theeeem :cheese:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y56/giuditta373/Flexi8.jpg

[kouran]

I love the green one! It must look gorgeous on your red hair! :)

[giuditta]

Exactly that was my idea when I picked it, it's the perfect colour to go with henna :)
I'm so glad you girls enabled me, they are real jewels :cheese:

[dulce]

Love them both! But especially like the red and silver.

[Rennire]

Oooh! I want that red one! They both are lovely though! Congrats giuditta! I'm sure you'll love them =)

[giuditta]

Here's the red one in my hair, I'm in love :joy:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y56/giuditta373/Flexi8II.jpg

[CrisDee]

Ooooh, Guiditta, love both of those!! I wanna see the green one in your hair, bet that's awesomeness!

[giuditta]

Ooooh, Guiditta, love both of those!! I wanna see the green one in your hair, bet that's awesomeness!

I will post a picture soon!:)

[myfrizzies]

Since I'm new to posting here, I only have the one photo in my avatar of my
new flex-8. Still figuring it out. It's a small and very pretty!

[CrisDee]

Since I'm new to posting here, I only have the one photo in my avatar of my
new flex-8. Still figuring it out. It's a small and very pretty!

Welcome, MyFrizzies! :flower:

You don't have "Albums" privileges as a new member, you'd have to upload your photos to an external site like Snapfish or Photobucket, and then post a link to that in your posts here, until you reach 25 posts. But just chat away, you'll be there in no time!

And your Flexi updo in your avatar looks very pretty!

[SC]

http://i51.tinypic.com/2ngg87m.jpg
My flexi8 mini & extra-small, mini is good for getting bangs out of face and extra small goes well for a ponytail (though all of my hair ain't that long that I could get them there). So I'm still waiting for my hair to grow so that I can use these better :).

[PrincessBob]

I got this large black nickle flexi from Catladyintown on the swap board.
http://www.flexi8.com/flex/images/items/1032.jpg
It arrived only the other day and I hung it on my hairtoy scarf immediately. That day my friend came over and was really impressed with it. I told her I'd gotten it on the swap board and she immediately said "How much... Can I buy it from you?"
"No, I just got it and it will let me do folded braids and ponytails."
"Oh, if you can use it then never mind."
"You probably want a for your hair, too."
"Is this a small then?"
"No, it's a large."
She tried it on and concurred.
But she wants one because it is so pretty!

[Theobroma]

I promised to update about my custom Flexis. They arrived today and they're gorgeous, especially the copper one!

No action shots yet as it's wash day and my hair is still damp. Bad timing on my part! :) But here they are:

Copper Flexi with rose centre and metallic green glass beads (I was expecting it to be all copper, but she sneaked in a few small gold ones and I think they add a lovely touch!):

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109316

And an antique brass Flexi with rose centre and rose beads (what can I say; I love roses!):

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109315

[kouran]

Those are lovely, Theobroma. I really like the rose center. I never seen one like this! :)

[Theobroma]

I actually found them via the Lilla Rose site. The antique brass clip is just the large version of a small or mini clip that was available on the site, and the copper one is a complete custom, based on the rose centre that was on a Lilla Rose clip that had lots of silver in it.

Silver doesn't look nice in my hair, so I asked on the main site and luckily they had the parts in stock to make me an all-copper (and green metallic) clip featuring that rose centre.

Flexi-8 is fantastic about creating customs. Deanna went digging through their stock twice to find the centres for me, and she's always wonderful about making custom clips and telling one how exactly to request the customisations when ordering through the website. I just finished thanking her in a private email. Really stellar service!

[Emerald88]

Theobroma, I just got a custom rose center with rose beads also and I love it. Proof that my flexi-8 collection is out of control - a link to my pics http://s82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/meowgoddess/Hair%20Toys/

[C.H.]

Theobroma, I just got a custom rose center with rose beads also and I love it. Proof that my flexi-8 collection is out of control - a link to my pics http://s82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/meowgoddess/Hair%20Toys/

Whoa, you weren't kidding. :)

[Theobroma]

Whoa, you weren't kidding. :)

She most emphatically was not. :D

Wow -- what a gorgeous collection!

[Theobroma]

Aaaand... action shots!

The clip actually stands out better from my hair colour when there's less light. Intense sunlight brings out the bronze tones in my hair! :)

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109417


I love the way one of the beads flashed in the sunlight in this shot:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109418

[giuditta]

Very beautiful Theobroma! I didn't know they customized...

This is the action shot of my green one, I got a lot of compliments on it:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y56/giuditta373/Felxigroen.jpg

[Theobroma]

Giuditta, that Flexi was MADE to go in your hair!

And yes, they do customise. The procedure for requesting a custom through the site is a bit unintuitive (at least to me), but it works, and if in doubt, submit a help request and they'll let you know exactly what to specify to make sure you get the clip you want. They're very friendly and helpful.

[kouran]

Aaaand... action shots!

The clip actually stands out better from my hair colour when there's less light. Intense sunlight brings out the bronze tones in my hair! :)

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109417


I love the way one of the beads flashed in the sunlight in this shot:

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=5614&pictureid=109418

It's really pretty, and your right, your hair looks like the bronze part of the flexi! :)

[giuditta]

Giuditta, that Flexi was MADE to go in your hair!

And yes, they do customise. The procedure for requesting a custom through the site is a bit unintuitive (at least to me), but it works, and if in doubt, submit a help request and they'll let you know exactly what to specify to make sure you get the clip you want. They're very friendly and helpful.

Thanks, I love it!

I want more green ones now, but they don't have many, so I might get a customised one too....:)

[Theobroma]

Thank you, Kouran!

And Giuditta, I have the same problem with the colours I want! So many of the standard clips are silver, and that's a colour that just doesn't look good in my hair. I've convoed them several times to ask whether they can supply a specific clip in a different colour. Luckily they're so helpful about making them if they have the parts in the right colours!

[giuditta]

And Giuditta, I have the same problem with the colours I want! So many of the standard clips are silver, and that's a colour that just doesn't look good in my hair. I've convoed them several times to ask whether they can supply a specific clip in a different colour. Luckily they're so helpful about making them if they have the parts in the right colours!

O that is a good idea, I was thinking I don't have enough fantasy to customise a whole clip, but if I just choose a model I like and ask if they make it green it's much easier!:cheese:

[CrisDee]

Oooooh, Theobroma and Giuditta, SOOOO pretty! Guiditta, I knew I'd just love the green in your hair, having henna-red hair myself, I'm a sucker for green! And TB, the sparkle on that one Flexi is so pretty it almost looks unreal! :) :)

[Theobroma]

Thanks, CrisDee!

So help me, I'm so smitten with that one that I want to ask for the same one in XL! Must... resist...

[Alvrodul]

This month's style is probably one that can inspire a lot of half-up styles - which are perfect for Flexi-8 IMO.
Like this:
http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Updos%202011/Minibraids.jpg?t=1312454331

:D

[Sundial]

WOW Alvrodul!!!! :thud: That just blows me out of the water!

[kouran]

This month's style is probably one that can inspire a lot of half-up styles - which are perfect for Flexi-8 IMO.
Like this: :D

:applause Beautiful hairstyle, Alvrodul! That flexi looks so good with it! I also love the background of the picture, it's really lovely! :)

I tried to do a log roll with my xl flexi and it worked! :gabigrin::
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1371.jpg
Of course it's not as pretty as Alvrodul's hairstyle, but oh well...:)

[Hotrox]

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k566/Nuria_Cruz/IMG_1371.jpg


:thudpile:

Oh.my.word you have beautiful hair and that flexi8 looks amazing

[Theobroma]

Alvrodul, amazing style! I'm in awe both of your braids and of your patience!

Kouran, that looks so elegant! I can't wait to be able to do decent log rolls, but I need to grow a little more overall length and thicken up my hemline a LOT before I can pull of that style.

At least I already have the XL Flexis in readiness for when it happens, though! :D

[kouran]

Kouran, that looks so elegant! I can't wait to be able to do decent log rolls, but I need to grow a little more overall length and thicken up my hemline a LOT before I can pull of that style.

At least I already have the XL Flexis in readiness for when it happens, though! :D

Thank you very much Theobroma! Yes, this hairstyle looks elegant and professional! I also have trouble doing decent log rolls, but this came out ok, I think...Is there more hairstyles that can be done using a flexi-8? I only know cinnabuns, lazy buns, figure 8s and this log roll...I can't do nautilus buns, they are to big for the flexi.

[paper]

Very beautiful Theobroma! I didn't know they customized...

This is the action shot of my green one, I got a lot of compliments on it:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y56/giuditta373/Felxigroen.jpg

The green with your red hair is very pretty! :)

[Sundial]

Thank you very much Theobroma! Yes, this hairstyle looks elegant and professional! I also have trouble doing decent log rolls, but this came out ok, I think...Is there more hairstyles that can be done using a flexi-8? I only know cinnabuns, lazy buns, figure 8s and this log roll...I can't do nautilus buns, they are to big for the flexi.

Try braided buns and Gibraltor bun (it's a slight variation on cinnamon bun so it should still work). Did you grip just the center part for the nautilus bun? :o I would think that the nautilus bun would work for you if the lazy wrap bun wasn't a problem because both are center held buns. I still can't do a proper nautilus at my length though so I don't know if there are any discernible differences between the 2 in terms of Flexi8 usage

[Alvrodul]

Thank you, Kouran - your own hairstyle is very elegant!

And Theobroma, If I really were patient, I would have done fishtail braids! :p

And giudetta, your flexi with green stones goes very well with your hair.

[Theobroma]

Thank you very much Theobroma! Yes, this hairstyle looks elegant and professional! I also have trouble doing decent log rolls, but this came out ok, I think...Is there more hairstyles that can be done using a flexi-8? I only know cinnabuns, lazy buns, figure 8s and this log roll...I can't do nautilus buns, they are to big for the flexi.

I like to do a French twist with a Flexi, though at the moment it's a bit tricky as the size large is getting a bit too small for that style while the XL is still a bit loose on it. But given the right size Flexi, a French twist will hold like a rock all day.


Did you grip just the center part for the nautilus bun? :o I would think that the nautilus bun would work for you if the lazy wrap bun wasn't a problem because both are center held buns.

I second that. Lazy Wrap and Nautilus are identical for me in terms of Flexi-8 usage. They're both centre-held buns, so the same size Flexi works for both of them.

[kouran]

Thanks, I'm going to try the nautilus again! :)

[giuditta]

Thanks girls! I love wearing green clothes and earrings too since I henna...

O I love those flexi's in long hair, wow that bun looks amazing!

[C.H.]

I also have trouble doing decent log rolls, but this came out ok.

Me, too! I am thinking perhaps my hair is not long enough? I can do it and make it hold, but the roll looks too fat and not long enough for my taste.

[curlsgalore]

Don't know if this has already been posted, but if you type in the code 32088, you get 10% off your order or buy 4 get the 5th free. :D

[kidari]

Thank you for the code! After researching, I decided that that the flexi-8 would be the perfect first hairtoy for me! After seeing the sizing and the discount code I now have 5 coming to me in the mail! My layers make it difficult to use hairsticks and I think the Ficarre would feel too heavy in my hair and although I was supposed to wait until Christmas or when I reached waist length for my first real hairtoy, I'm wearing my hair up daily and learning new updos so these were totally necessary... right?!

[Sundial]

Thank you for the code! After researching, I decided that that the flexi-8 would be the perfect first hairtoy for me! After seeing the sizing and the discount code I now have 5 coming to me in the mail! My layers make it difficult to use hairsticks and I think the Ficarre would feel too heavy in my hair and although I was supposed to wait until Christmas or when I reached waist length for my first real hairtoy, I'm wearing my hair up daily and learning new updos so these were totally necessary... right?!

You are totally right!! :D Which designs did you pick out?? They are definitely much lighter than Ficcares, and are much cheaper as starting out hair toys.

[kidari]

Hehe thank you Sundial! I got 2 smalls in the princess tiara dangle and prominent dragonfly... 2 mediums in the princess tiara dangle and filigree dragonfly... and one large (to grow into heh) in the etched lily. OMG I'm so excited ahhh!

[Alvrodul]

Today's do, with two matching Flexis! :D

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Hairtoys/Summerflexis.jpg?t=1312798472

[CrisDee]

Kidari, you MUST post photos as soon as your shinies arrive, your choices sound like my favorites (I looooove the dragonflies more than is reasonable!)

OOOOHHHHH, Alvrodul, those summer sunburst designs are the perfect compliment to your amazing thudworthy hair! :thud:

[Sundial]

Yeah! Like CrisDee said, we'd love to have some action shots! :o I have the filigree dragonfly too just that mine's a mega. I only have 1 small Flexi in small but I've never really used it because I can barely use it in any style so I'd love to see the princess tiara one in action :D

Alvrodul you have the most creative styles! You're giving me ideas on how to utilize Flexis which I have grown out of. Thanks!! :flower: I happen to have the tree of life and the native filigree in a few sizes, and it'll be nice to find a use for the smaller Flexis

[Alvrodul]

Thank you, CrisDee and Sundial - it is fun to play around with hairtoys and styles, and this month's style is one that is particularly inspiring! :D

[Vlientje]

What sizes are those, Alvrodul? :D I want to order too but I am still not 100% sure on what sizes I should get, even after watching that video xD

[kouran]

I agree with Sundial and CrisDee, that's another amazing hairdo, Alvrodul!! :)

[paper]

Alvrodul, that is a gorgeous style! :)

[Amber_Maiden]

I just got mine in the mail today!!! Can't wait to try them out!!! :D I see everyone's awesome hair styles on here and had to get them! :)

[kidari]

Okay, no problem! Alvrodul, that hairstyle is AMAZING. Kouran, your profile pictures with your hair in the flexi-8's was the last push in making me decide on them for my first hairtoys and Sundial thanks for all of your input on the boards, I really love all your advice. When they arrive I will practice and learn how to post pictures on the boards!

[rocksmom]

I didn't even know what a flexi8 was until I saw this thread, but now I'm drooling over the website. I'll probably end up buying one late tonight because that's usually when my online impulse buys happen.

Still not sure what size to get though. My hair is just past my shoulders, layered, and not very thick. I'm thinking maybe the small. I'm not a big fan up half up styles on myself so I'll probably be doing the ends up (I think that's what they called it) and french twist type styles.

[Alvrodul]

Thank you for all the nice comments on my hairstyle! It is very easy to do. For the big "bow", I made a ponytail, split it in two roughly equal parts and made a rope braid from each part. Then I simply looped each braid twice (once works as well, but my hair is long enough that I can loop it twice) and fastened with a large Flexi. I had made two thin accent braids (rope braids there, too) and looped them similarly, and fastened this bow with an extra small Flexi. :D

[kouran]

Okay, no problem! Alvrodul, that hairstyle is AMAZING. Kouran, your profile pictures with your hair in the flexi-8's was the last push in making me decide on them for my first hairtoys and Sundial thanks for all of your input on the boards, I really love all your advice. When they arrive I will practice and learn how to post pictures on the boards!

Thank you :D!! Yes, the flexis are beautiful and look so pretty in an updo :)!

[SpinDance]

I'm continuing to enable others with Flexi's. Yesterday I gave an XL as a gift, explaining that there are all these lovely sizes... So of course I needed to purchase another one to replace it, right? And it's so hard to get just one, and besides, don't I need to have a few extras around for future gifts?

Now I'm impatiently waiting for my order to arrive...

[dulce]

Here are some of mine.http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00808.jpg (http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00808.jpg)

[dulce]

Flexis have now become my favorite hair toy,1 wear one pretty much daily[ in different styles ]these days.

[Tabihito]

Flexis always have me drooling. There are some pretty hairsticks out there, but uh... I like shiny things and don't wear any jewelery. :P I was curious though, any idea what size I should get? I never do half-ups (thin, fine hair just ends up looking silly, I think, or maybe it just doesn't suit my face) and am not over-fond of ponytails, so it's pretty much all buns for me.

My ponytail circumference is about 2.5", though that is leaving out my bangs. So my cinnabuns usually end up having about a 2-2.5" diameter, give or take depending on how tight I do it. I'm not sure how much of the pin is supposed to be able to stick out though, or how limited my style options are going to be if I buy a larger one as opposed to a smaller one, or vice versa. Call me a hairtoy newb, since the only ones I have at the moment are homemade hairsticks. I've looked at the sizing video thing, and just can't quite decide between a small and a medium, and if I get the small, how long before I grow past where it's useful in buns? Because my bangs, which are rather thick, are going to be added in to that consideration within the next few months, and my buns recently have been getting flatter and wider; if I hold it with a hairstick, a cinnabun might grow close to having a 4" diameter and staying very close to my head. Which is odd, my hair usually has a tendency to sprout outwards instead of cooperating....

[Theobroma]

My ponytail circumference is about 2.5", though that is leaving out my bangs. So my cinnabuns usually end up having about a 2-2.5" diameter, give or take depending on how tight I do it. I'm not sure how much of the pin is supposed to be able to stick out though, or how limited my style options are going to be if I buy a larger one as opposed to a smaller one, or vice versa. Call me a hairtoy newb, since the only ones I have at the moment are homemade hairsticks. I've looked at the sizing video thing, and just can't quite decide between a small and a medium, and if I get the small, how long before I grow past where it's useful in buns? Because my bangs, which are rather thick, are going to be added in to that consideration within the next few months, and my buns recently have been getting flatter and wider; if I hold it with a hairstick, a cinnabun might grow close to having a 4" diameter and staying very close to my head. Which is odd, my hair usually has a tendency to sprout outwards instead of cooperating....

Perhaps my Flexi stats will be useful for reference. I have a 3" circ; a small Flexi will hold my ponytail firmly and a medium holds quite nicely too if I'm not being too active. That same medium will work in centre-held buns like the LWB and Nautilus, though I prefer to use a large for them because of the longer pin. I imagine the large Flexi will work in those buns pretty much forever, no matter how long I grow my hair! But I recently graduated to the XL for cinnabuns, which are now fitting nicely and not looking too loose (there's a pic in my album if you're interested, along with some of large Flexis in Nautilus buns) while still having a bit of room for more thickness and length.

I have the same tendency as you to do flatter/wider buns, and since I currently still have masses of taper, the 4" cinnabun diameter sounds about right for me as well. So I suspect that my sizes would work for you too.

[kouran]

Here are some of mine.http://http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00808.jpg

That's a big and beautiful collection of flexis you have there, Dulce! :)

[Alvrodul]

Another style decorated with a Flexi-8! There are a couple of firsts for me here: two Dutch braids joined at the back of the head, and then ornamented with a couple of accent braids, which are held in place by the Flexi. :D

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Updos%202011/Joineddutchbraids.jpg

[Sundial]

Alvrodul what size Flexi is that?? I love your accented do's!! :inlove:

[Theobroma]

Beautiful, Alvrodul!

[giuditta]

Here are some of mine.http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l545/chicaaa1/long%20hair/DSC00808.jpg

Wow *drool*, I especially like the multicoloured one (4th from right)

[dulce]

Flexis have become my favorite hair toy! There is nothing prettier in my opinion and they are not too expensive and they are unbreakeable.Just love them!

[MoonBaby988]

I so badly want to get a Flexi! But I don't even know where to start with sizing and whatnot. I've just been a hairstick/hairtwister kind of girl so I'm clueless! Would anyone be able to tell me what kind I should get? My info is in the side there. :)

any help would be appreciated!

[einna]

I just have to tell you how much the large flexi-8 helped me during the holidays. I kept my hair protected in a frensh twist most of the time.
Sun, beach, salt water, pool water.. you name it. The flexi-8 held my hair up rock solid, even at the waterpark! Aaand the clip still looks just as good as new!!

[Alvrodul]

I so badly want to get a Flexi! But I don't even know where to start with sizing and whatnot. I've just been a hairstick/hairtwister kind of girl so I'm clueless! Would anyone be able to tell me what kind I should get? My info is in the side there. :)

any help would be appreciated!
I suppose it depends on how you use it - I use several sizes - the small or extra small size is excellent for half ups, I can use large Flexis for certain buns or double-looped braids, and I have used a medium flexi for a doubled braid. I have no pictures of the latter style, but there are several examples of my half-ups and looped braids in the last few pages of this thread.:)

[missmaggieeliza]

Thank you for the code! After researching, I decided that that the flexi-8 would be the perfect first hairtoy for me! After seeing the sizing and the discount code I now have 5 coming to me in the mail! My layers make it difficult to use hairsticks and I think the Ficarre would feel too heavy in my hair and although I was supposed to wait until Christmas or when I reached waist length for my first real hairtoy, I'm wearing my hair up daily and learning new updos so these were totally necessary... right?!

Absolutely RIGHT. Now I am looking for the site to order some for myself. hope the code might still be good.

Maggie

[missmaggieeliza]

Alvrodul your style with the braids is Gorgeous. your color is also lovely.

[kidari]

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8090&pictureid=110162

My flexi-8's came in the mail today! I'm having so much fun experimenting. Here is a picture of the small and medium princess tiara dangle ones in action :cheese:!

[2peasinapod]

Gorgeous kadari! The silver looks stunning on your hair, and that is a really unique way to use them!

This site is the ultimate in enabling! I have been contemplating getting one ever since I saw the site, but could never decide which design. I narrowed it down to two, but couldn't justify spending the money. Then curlsgalore posted that discount code, and now I have two flexis on the way! I would have ordered a third, but I think I'll see how these work first.

Yes, it probably would have been smarter to just get one to try, but they are all so pretty! I'll post pics when I get them. :D

[Ishje]

those are gorgeous kidari!

[kouran]

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=8090&pictureid=110162

My flexi-8's came in the mail today! I'm having so much fun experimenting. Here is a picture of the small and medium princess tiara dangle ones in action :cheese:!

WOW, Kidari!! Those flexis are so beautiful! You look elven with them! :crush:

[Theobroma]

kidari, those are beautiful, and that's a lovely way to wear them!

You're making me lust after a danglie or two myself now. :)

[Alvrodul]

Kidari, those look very, very good on you!

Here is one more from me. :D

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Updos%202011/Cleopatrado.jpg

[kouran]

Kidari, those look very, very good on you!

Here is one more from me. :D

It's very very pretty! :) How did you do this? Are this two dutch braids that go loosely around your head and then the tips are held together by the flexi? Ohh, I wish I had a smaller flexi! :)

[Alvrodul]

I did it more or less like this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QigGoRY_Nic) - and I used both elastics and woolen thread to keep the ends of the plaits together, and stitched onto the top of my head. The Flexi is actually mostly for decoration, and to hide the join. :D

[MoonBaby988]

I suppose it depends on how you use it - I use several sizes - the small or extra small size is excellent for half ups, I can use large Flexis for certain buns or double-looped braids, and I have used a medium flexi for a doubled braid. I have no pictures of the latter style, but there are several examples of my half-ups and looped braids in the last few pages of this thread.:)

thanks for the reply! I see some of the prettiest half-ups here!

[scottigirl_01]

Absolutely RIGHT. Now I am looking for the site to order some for myself. hope the code might still be good.

Maggie

Is the code still good? The flexi8 might be the one toy I will have success with. I'm hoping!!

[dulce]

As well as the blue code[10 % off] they also have buy 4 get 1 free[total 5 ]1t's still on 1 believe as 1 just ordered.

[kidari]

Thank you for the nice comments! I think we have a new hair toy addict over here... uh oh!!!

[Ishje]

that is a wonderful updo Avrodul!

[Alvrodul]

that is a wonderful updo Avrodul!
Thank you, Ishie! I did not much like the Flexis when i first bought them - I have very slick hair and they will slide right out unless I wear them in a way my hair gets along with! Which is why I often wear them with some kind of coiled braids. :D

[bunzfan]

I don't wear mine very often as the medium is to small now, but here is one updo with the butterfly flexi.
http://i1107.photobucket.com/albums/h400/emmerline1/DSCF0056.jpg

[kidari]

I don't wear mine very often as the medium is to small now, but here is one updo with the butterfly flexi.
http://i1107.photobucket.com/albums/h400/emmerline1/DSCF0056.jpg

I adore that half up style! Your hair looks beautiful and thank you for the inspiration, I would have never thought of that.

[bunzfan]

I adore that half up style! Your hair looks beautiful and thank you for the inspiration, I would have never thought of that.

Your most welcome:)

[Lady Malys]

Wow .... I just visited their website for the first time .... gorgeous variety! I can't wait until I have enough hair to be able to use them!

[2peasinapod]

Beautiful pics! My order just shipped yesterday, so I hope they get here soon so that i can post pics of my own! :)

[EricaLee83]

I'm sure this question has been asked before but this thread is too long and I did a search without the results I wanted.... does anyone use the mini flexis for securing braids? Are there any pics? I like to wear braids quite often and I'm looking for an alternative to elastics. I have larger flexis for up dos and love them!

[bunzfan]

I'm sure this question has been asked before but this thread is too long and I did a search without the results I wanted.... does anyone use the mini flexis for securing braids? Are there any pics? I like to wear braids quite often and I'm looking for an alternative to elastics. I have larger flexis for up dos and love them!

I tried this once with the only size i have a medium, and it was ok but would of fitted better with a small. Look in my album if you like;)

[EricaLee83]

bunzfan~ Your albums are SO INSPIRING! You have such a talent for updos!! I only saw pictures of a flexi securing the top of a braid, my apologies if I missed it I meant using a mini flexi to secure the bottom of a braid... like an english braid or french braid.

[bunzfan]

bunzfan~ Your albums are SO INSPIRING! You have such a talent for updos!! I only saw pictures of a flexi securing the top of a braid, my apologies if I missed it I meant using a mini flexi to secure the bottom of a braid... like an english braid or french braid.

Oh my mistake for not reading your post properly, inspiring thank you i'm just a updo lover:D

[scottigirl_01]

Do you think this is one of the easiest hair toys to work with? I'm such a fumble fingers. What is the easiest updo toy?

[2peasinapod]

My flexis just arrived yesterday. I would say they are by far the easiest updo tool yet (besides scrunchies). I am also a fumble fingers, and I struggle to do most updos. They are either too tight or not secure enough. I am wearing a flexi right now. I put it in almost two hours ago, and it is still solid. I got it on the second try. I would defiantly recommend it! :)

[Alvrodul]

By new Flexis arrived today - and here is one of them! A rose Flexi in a rose bun! :D

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m529/Alvrodul/Hairtoys/Rosebunandroseflexi.jpg

[Theobroma]

Very nice, Alvrodul!

That happens to be one of my favourite centres; I'm seriously considering getting another rose clip myself... even though I equally seriously don't need any more hairtoys right now! (My two TT customs arrived today... ooh!)

[EricaLee83]

Well I don't have a ton of hair toys but the flexi was my first one and I absolutely think it is the easiest to work with :)

Do you think this is one of the easiest hair toys to work with? I'm such a fumble fingers. What is the easiest updo toy?

[CrisDee]

Ooooh, Avrodul, that' so pretty! Rose Flexi in rose bun - such a great combination! :flower:

[Catladyintown]

Does anyone know if Lila Rose takes Flexi8 coupon codes? Thanks
https://secure.lillarose.biz/MemberToolsDotNet/(S(z4qsbl0n3aot0qibm3dii0yz))/ShoppingCartNew/MainCart.aspx?PartyID=-1&PartyGuestID=0

[dulce]

The question was asked about a braid with a flexi,one of my favourite styles is a long braid down the back,braided just a few inches [maybe four]held with a xsmall flexi and a long tassel.1 like to match my earrings colour with my flexi colour.1t works well and holds all day.

[Sundial]

It just suddenly occurred to me - the official Flexi-8 website has that blue-32088 discount code, so does Lilla Rose offer the same deal too??

ETA: I apologize for the repetition :o I was too quick to post my question right when I came to the Flexi-8 thread and missed Catladyintown's question.

[Catladyintown]

Sundial I don't know I hope so.

[Sundial]

Sundial I don't know I hope so.

I was just curious because someone posted about free shipping for the Flexi-8 website and said Lilla Rose was offering the same deal. I think it was either in this thread or the Discount Code thread. So it got me wondering if Lilla Rose matches other deals offered by Flexi-8

[CrisDee]

I will try to find out the answer, and will report back when I get it. :)

[vanillabones]

Is the blue code thing for free shipping? I am going to order my first flexi8s today I think.

[Catladyintown]

Thank you CriseDee and Vanillabones for your help. Do you know Vanillabones if you buy 4 do you still get one free? Like on the Flexi8 website. Thanks any help would be appreciated.

[vanillabones]

I have no idea about any of it actually haha I have never ordered one before!

ETA: I was playing with putting items in my cart it is buy 4 and get 1 free or get 10% off the purchase. I only want to order 2 right now so that is the deal I'm going to get.

[DuckyDot]

UGH. Waiting until christmas... waiting. waiting. waiting.

[wildroses]

I have 4 of the flexi8 toys that I have purchased from various craft festivals, they seem to hold my hair fairly well and are open to a variety of styles. They do come in a variety of sizes as well, so I own an large, 2 mediums and a small one.

[Catladyintown]

Thank you Vanillabones off to do shopping.:-)

[Lianna]

I'm sure this question has been asked before but this thread is too long and I did a search without the results I wanted.... does anyone use the mini flexis for securing braids? Are there any pics? I like to wear braids quite often and I'm looking for an alternative to elastics. I have larger flexis for up dos and love them!

Hi. I recently got a mini-flexi for braids, it works pretty good, though a tad small for me. Sorry, no pics yet. But I have also used extra-smalls for that, and it works too. Picture here. (http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/album.php?albumid=7001&pictureid=108006)

The mini looks cuter though. :p

ETA: I forgot I have an update for flexis. I'll try to take some pictures wearing some of the new ones.

And sorry my hand wasn't steady in the second pic. >.<

http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/picture.php?albumid=7436&pictureid=110538

[Catladyintown]

Lianna you have a gorgeous collection.:D What size do you use the most of? I am getting to should length and I find the medium is suiting me for now.

[Lianna]

Lianna you have a gorgeous collection.:D What size do you use the most of? I am getting to should length and I find the medium is suiting me for now.

Thanks. I use the extra-smalls and the small for half-ups. The extra-small only gets the front layers, but still looks cute. The large for french twist and the extra large for cinnabuns. The mega I use to decorate a looped ponytail, but that can be done with the extra large too, only a little tighter.

ETA: The mini for end of braids or just a small section on the side.

[CrisDee]

Ooooh, Lianna, you have such a pretty collection of Flexi's! I'll bet they look awesome in your lovely, thick hair - of course we need action photos! :D

[giuditta]

I just ordered 2 more! :cheese:

One more XS and a small for when my hair is long enough for updos.... I'll make a picture as soon as they come in, can't wait, squeeeeeeeeeeeee!:cheese:

[CrisDee]

Hahaha, Guiditta, I thought I was the only one who bought a Flexi "on spec" when my hair was way too short to wear it! It's this (http://forums.longhaircommunity.com/album.php?albumid=5812&pictureid=108432) one - now my favorite Flexi cos it's so pretty - it seemed to take forrreeeevvveerrr before my hair was finally long enough to use it, but the time did finally come! :cheese:

[CrisDee]

Sorry for the double post, but I wanted to do this one separately to answer the questions above.

I confirmed with LillaRose that they do not offer the discounts that are offered on the Flexi8.com website.

There are plusses and minuses with both Flexi8 and LillaRose. Flexi8 plusses - (1) they will ship overseas, (2) they offer the discounts and/or occasional free shipping promotions. LillaRose plusses - they offer a larger variety (most items in all sizes), and there are some Flexi's available through LillaRose that aren't available through the regular Flexi8 site. Also (if you live in the US), with LillaRose you have the option of becoming a consultant yourself to get the discount! :D Any way you slice it, you get pretty, shiny things :crush: