Ohhh congrats! I can imagine you'll be pretty happy when that doorbell rings!Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravity Falls
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Ohhh congrats! I can imagine you'll be pretty happy when that doorbell rings!Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravity Falls
Totally! I doubt the ups guy will even get the chance to ring the doorbell, since I'll be darting outside the second I see the truck out my window :-)
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Omg Saren, your tail is beautiful!!😍 that was my favorite color scheme too so I might be a little biased but nevertheless, it looked great on you!!😍 If it weren't for the shipping costs to Europe I would have ordered one already!
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Awesome! I hope you get to swim in it soon. I finally got to watch the unboxing video and it looks gorgeous! And I don't know why anyone would have left a rude comment, people are just jerks. It was a great video, and there's nothing risqué about a pair of shorts. You looked great!Quote:
Originally Posted by Saren
So I received my mythic tail. It's absolutely stunning and would have fit well, but a tooth on the zipper was missing, making it IMPOSSIBLE to zip up. I'm really disappointed.... and just sad.http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2017...a9385b7a1d.jpg
I made sure I wasn't the cause of this as well. I was extremely careful trying to put the tail on, as well as taking it out of the box.
Noooo! I hate zipper problems! Have you contacted Finfolk about it?
Yes, I've emailed them! Seems like it'll probably take a while from them to email me back though since not many people have been getting any replies from them lately.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaid Alea
I also contacted a tailor who said they may be able to replace the broken tooth, or come up with something else. I'm thinking that if FinFolk agrees to take the tail and fix it it'll take a few months though ://
I'm just disappointed since I have my first meetup on Sunday, and was really hoping to have something other than a fabric tail with me!
Yeah I figure it might take Finfolk a while to reply. If you do end up taking it to a tailor make sure they replace it with a tooth that is waterproof. If they have to come up with another idea they could try snaps. I have some quarter sized coated metal snaps that I use to secure the bottom of my fabric fluke and it works perfectly.
How were you able to get the zipper down? Or did it come off of the track when you hit that missing link?
The tailor did also mention securing it with snaps. I don't really want to have to resort to that though since I paid over 700 dollars for this, and it shouldn't have any problems. I do also understand that no one is perfect and mistakes to happen unfortunately.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaid Alea
I was able to get the zipper down without a problem, even with the tooth missing, but once I tried zipping it back up, that's when it stopped and wouldn't pull forward.
I'm also really scared that if I alter it so I can swim on Sunday FinFolk won't let me send it back to repair
Very true I definitely would not alter it until Finfolk gets back to you. Good luck with getting the problem resolved! :)
Also it is a good thing you didn't have the tail on and then the zipper wouldn't unzip. That would not be fun being stuck inside the tail!
That sucks Gravity Falls! :( But I'm sure Finfolk will fix it, maybe even if you already used it in the water! They have good customer service. Perhaps you will receive a reply faster if you contact them through Facebook or Instagram? You could ask them if it's okay to use it for the meet first.
Great unboxing video, i have watched it several times. I also ordered the teal. I splashed out and ordered the additional fins too, looking forward to those A LOT. I will upload a video as well. Im glad I chose teal, in pictures and videos the colour really stands out and looks so deep and rich in colouring. I am in the UK and am yet to receive a dispatch email. I have been told it will be shipped last week (still nothing) then the response email said they hope to have all mythics dispatched MID january. So i have to sit out this week and next until i get that dispatched email. Then wait the long slog till its shipped all the way to London... Yes the wait is killing me slowly...
Saren i saw that rude comment and also reported it. It was obviously a mervert trying to be clever... yawn
this is extremely worrying. I will pay super close attention to my zipper regarding this post. thanks for the heads up. I hope the twins resolve this issue for youQuote:
Originally Posted by Gravity Falls
I'm hoping so! I haven't used it in water yet. I'm going to hold off going to a tailor until they reply though.Quote:
Originally Posted by MermaidLyara
Update: finfolk messaged me back this morning!! They said I could either send it in to see if they can fix the zipper, or they can make me a new tail come February. The customer service was great, and I can't believe I even doubted the girls for a second.
They also mentioned that they zip up and down several times before sending tails out to make sure they're in working condition, and that they haven't ever heard of this being a problem before. I really hope it was just me with this problem.
I was very gentle getting the tail on, so I just can't understand how I could have broken it. Maybe it will forever remain a mystery.
It looks like I'll be receiving my tail in march now though. What's a couple more months eh? :p
^I'm happy for you! :)
Glad it worked out :)
That was a rather odd malfunction. Least it'll be in the new batch so more kinks will be rolled out hopefully.
I can't wait for them to post more silicone tails. I have yet to find any more pictures of that dark Ariel tail they did with an old fluke.
Just realized I forgot to add that fluke on that list I made in the other thread... oops
That is great!Quote:
Originally Posted by Gravity Falls
So the moral of the story is if a zipper loses a tooth, it has to go get fixed by twin mermaids. :p Gee when I lost baby teeth nothing that exciting happened to me. ;)
Basically! It's sad that a tiny tiny piece of plastic can ruin all the fun!
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Originally Posted by Gravity Falls
So glad to hear they are fixing it up for you!
On another note, is it my imagination, or is this a Mythic Tail Scale top? If it is, I WANT ONE!!!! :-D
https://www.instagram.com/p/BPGGyhbj...aid_bubu&hl=en
WHOA! That top is absolutely gorgeous. I'm all about it!! [emoji177] Super nervous about receiving my tail now though. I think I'd just about die if it showed up after such a long wait and ended up being defective. Idk what I'd do with myself, I'm so sorry about your tail hun.Quote:
Originally Posted by meerine
I figured it'd be the tops they wore to Mexico, so the usual tops with matching colors, but if there's a scale top specific to the Mythic line that'd be cool.
Thanks for sharing :)
Very pretty pic and top! Can't wait to find out what other cool stuff Finfolk has in store for us.
Another wonderful review!!! Mermaid Gemini shows this tail in action in her review, and also shows what a tail looks like on someone taller. It would be great if FinFolk offered Mythic Tail accessories, for example, an Ariel waist-fin which would provide additional coverage if the body of the tail is slightly too short...I have a feeling I might be in need of one! (I ordered a size small but I am 5'7...
Have a look!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLVB...ature=youtu.be
@Meerine, please let me know how a small size fits you! I haven't ordered anything yet, but I would also need a Small size, and I'm 5'9...
Will do! The taller woman featured in Mermaid Gemini's video is said to be 5'8 and I think the conclusion was that the body of the tail was too short--it seemed to fit everywhere else and I thought she looked great, but the tail sits very, very low, which might be ok for some. I am mostly concerned about the potential for muffin-tops and the tail sliding down when swimming/dolphin kicking...But I will let you know!Quote:
Originally Posted by MermaidLyara
Alright Mermaid Gemini is adorable and I neeed me some Virtuosew arm fins!
Right! There's a thread on the fins here: https:http:////r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?ur...Mer-cessories!Quote:
Originally Posted by MermaidNerenia
I just got a response from Mermaid Bubu, and she made the top herself! Her Mythic Tail was too big, so she altered it herself and sewed the remaining scales onto a bra; so innovative! I hope FinFolk offer a top like that in the future as an alternative to their very lovely silicone tops, or perhaps they can offer an extra scale pack that can be used to repair one's tail and/or to create one's own top.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mer Coralia
That's clever. The extra bag of scales seems to be a good idea for multiple things xDQuote:
Originally Posted by meerine
And Mermaid Gemini's review was very nice, especially when she mentioned the scuffing on the heel scales. The height is interesting to know. Can't wait to see more of these tails ^^
Despite not being the biggest fan of these tails, I love watching the reviews and seeing photos of people in them :)
I know the tails come with a few extra scales, but I wonder if in the future they will sell small amounts separately? Both because I'd be extra paranoid about breaking scales and because it would be fun to have some extras. Maybe even a grab bag of random color scales? Think of all the different hair ornaments and jewelry you could do with extra scales! Earrings, hair clip, hat pin...
Or even like someone has previously mentioned, a sew-your-own-tail! People could combine whatever colours they wanted or make unique designs.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mary Marine
I like this idea. Knowing Finfolk, it could become a reality in the future. They always come up with great ideas for their customers.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mary Marine
So i have noticed something MAJOR on the mythic tails.
Mermaid Sarens tail (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dubb2IA6mDw&t=326s ) the scales on hers look to be stitched in one line. When she is wearing it the neoprene is stretched and thus the green neoprene shows through.
Mermaid Gemini's tail (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLVBHhZyxoM&t=7s ) the scales on hers are obviously over lapped.
What is going on? Can anyone else see this or is it just me? I am MEGA worried now. I want the scales on mine to be over lapped.
I have emailed the twins regarding this issue and hope to bring it to their attention before they dispatch my tail. Nope I haven't received it yet *sob*
Wow I just watched her video. No my scales are pretty much in a line almost all over the tail. It's only in some spots, like where the hip fins would go and the scales directly above the fluke, that they overlap.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mermaid Emeraldina
I wasn't trying to get mine rushed over or anything, I never asked to get it by a certain date. Maybe it's because they halve a certain number of scales and mers with more fins their tails look like it has more scales?
I'm not sure. I've tried emailing the twins too, about other things like my leggings. I was hoping since they haven't shipped yet maybe they could bring it to Mermania? I emailed about the mystery gift too, but they're just so busy I get the automated email instead.
I'm thinking MAYBE perhaps its because Saren doesnt have fins and gemini does ?? maybe that is why the stitching of the scales are different ?? but i cannot see whyQuote:
Originally Posted by Saren
edited post i just realised i am talking directly to you hah
I hope it's not size that makes the difference. It would be kinda crappy if tails that are larger have larger gaps between the scales. I'm scared for that now. :( like actually really concerned. 😬
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I noticed that too and was surprised they were all in a line..I am a bit worried too
I wonder how many are still waiting for their tails (sold during presale)
I think the scales spacing is due to how much the size fits the person, i.e. where you fall in their measurements range. The scales are spaced a little more when Saren puts it on but are overlapped when it's laid down except for the parts where it's folded. Looking at Gemini's video, it does look a little baggier on her which explains why her scales don't stretch.
Looking at their sizing chart, there's a two inch difference between the sizes so if you fall in the middle of a size, you're mostly likely going to go down since it is neoprene and it does stretch. The website states
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Sizing runs large. When in doubt, size down. The neoprene is moderately stretchy. Don't forget to check the measurement chart for most accurate size estimates.
They're handmade so there will be slight variance, but shouldn't be too much.
I agree that I think the issue may be due to stretch when the wearer puts it on. The tails are brand new, so there are bound to be some tweaks that can be made. I'm sure with feedback, the twins will be able to improve future tails. Speaking of which, get so excited y'all. The twins have been posting amazing things on their personal Facebooks and let me tell you, the Spring/Summer Mythic line is gonna be lit. 🔥🔥
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