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Old 11-03-2008, 03:25 PM
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The feminists don't like it so much, claiming that it's a digital chastity belt, but I kind of see it a little differently. I like the idea of seeing where your kitty cat has gone throughout the day. I know some chicks that would like this too. Now if they can just get cracking on being able to phone vibrations into these things....

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Feminists around the world have reacted with horror to a new line of lingerie that comes equipped with a GPS tracking system.

The 'find me if you can' range of underwear has been described as a modern-day, high-tech chastity belt.

'It is outrageous to think that men can buy this, programme it and give it to their partners and then monitor them,' said Claudia Burghart, leader of a Berlin feminist group.

'It is nothing more than a chastity belt for insecure men.'

Lingerie maker Lucia Lorio of Brazil says her design targets the 'modern, techno-savvy woman'.

The lingerie combination set consists of lace bodice, bikini bottom and faux pearl collar, with the GPS device nestled in the see-through part of the bodice next to the waist.

'This collection... is a wink to women and a challenge to men because, even if she gives him the password to her GPS, she can always turn it off,' Lorio said.

'It's not a modern chastity belt. Some men think they can keep tabs on their girlfriends with it, but they're wrong,' she added.

Unconcerned with the controversy her collection has raised, Lorio is also dismissive of the global financial crisis and its adverse impact on luxury items sales.

The GPS lingerie sells from a cool £500, complete with a standard Global Positioning System, to £700 with a more advanced model.

'Some women are now interested in buying it for protection,' she said, programming it for partners themselves so they are safe on a night out alone.

'In London, New York, Rio de Janiero - wherever there is danger, the underwear may prove to be a lifesaver,' she added.

But feminists in her homeland have called her a modern-day slaver and urged women to boycott the GPS underwear.
Oh yeah, here's what they look like.
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Old 11-03-2008, 03:29 PM
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Tell the feminists to bite me. Theyre just mad because they didnt think of the idea first. I bet women would be more likely to go buy their man some GPS breifs, don't you?
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Old 11-03-2008, 03:35 PM
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Is that a GPS transmitter in your briefs, or are you just happy to see me?

Please, don't answer.
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There is fun potential in this....

Turn on the GPS get into NYC and spend the whole day running from your husband/BF who is trying to hunt you down and make the lovin....that would be a great night.
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What a waste of technology. What good is GPS technology if you can't SEE anything? I vote for cameras in the bra. That way when guys say "hello" they can be talking to the camera.
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Old 11-03-2008, 03:50 PM
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I sense that this is a thinly veiled excuse to post a pic of a hot chick in lingerie. Well done, sir!

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Old 11-03-2008, 03:54 PM
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What a waste of technology. What good is GPS technology if you can't SEE anything? I vote for cameras in the bra. That way when guys say "hello" they can be talking to the camera.
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I'll give her some global positioning ......

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Looks pretty useless considering it's something I don't think most women would wear underneath their everyday clothing.. Looks more like a 'honeeey? Look what I got '-piece of lingerie
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What's the big deal about the tracking system being in the lingerie?

It could easily be in a coat, shoes, purse,... whatever a woman is wearing.


Although, in one case this thing might be usefull.
Suppose someone sees his wife (girlfriend) coming home, he checks the location of the lingerie... and they're still somewhere else.


Other then that I see no point in the tracking system being in the lingerie.
This is a silly idea.
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Old 11-04-2008, 06:14 AM
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Billy Blanks will be selling this for $19.99 labeled as the:

"Anti-Maki Indigent Deterrent System" (AIDS)

Give her AIDS, it is the only thing that will keep Maki away!
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Old 11-04-2008, 08:45 AM
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Billy Blanks will be selling this for $19.99 labeled as the:

"Anti-Maki Indigent Deterrent System" (AIDS)

Give her AIDS, it is the only thing that will keep Maki away!
As clever as this appears, and don't get me wrong I applaud you for your contribution, but shouldn't your acronym be AMIDS?
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Old 11-04-2008, 08:47 AM
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Nah. The Maki part is non important. Just an additive.
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I'd like those for myself!! Would work great on those rare occasions my wife convinces me to go to the mall and I get lost (as I usually do in those dang things!!)
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Old 11-04-2008, 08:56 AM
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I see this being a great addition to the sex toy industry. Imagine putting the same technology into a device she could allow her man to control. Cameras are great, so is GPS, but combine that with a remote-controlled vibrating feminine pleasure devices and you have yourself a new flavor of e-sex.
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I'll give her some global positioning ......

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I'd like those for myself!! Would work great on those rare occasions my wife convinces me to go to the mall and I get lost (as I usually do in those dang things!!)
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Old 11-04-2008, 09:05 AM
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There is fun potential in this....

Turn on the GPS get into NYC and spend the whole day running from your husband/BF who is trying to hunt you down and make the lovin....that would be a great night.
Woah, what a great idea!!!
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Are they all on separate frequencies, or will I be able to find EVERY girl wearing GPS lingerie?
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Old 11-04-2008, 09:12 AM
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