Fashion trends and your own personal style

[Chloe]

I'm sure that this topic will really only appeal to a few people on here, if that, but I figured I'd give it a shot anyway. At worst I'd just entertain myself with it....What would you consider to be your fashion style? What trends do you currently like? What's your favorite style for summer, spring, fall, and so on? What trends would you like to see come back and which trends would you like to see go away and never return? Could be fun...post pictures, thoughts, recommendations, and so on.

So for example I love the way this looks and have since bought most of it, except for the bag, to have it in my own closet. I love the scarf. It gives you a sense of the style that I like and what I think is cute for the summer time:

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or this which I love love love. I don't have the exact dress but something very similar:


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super cute:3392

[Chloe]

Late summer/early fall and spring look:

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FYI toms are the most comfortable shoe ever made :)

[Chloe]

I love this, the hat makes it :)

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[Chloe]

that's it for now, be back in a little while

[Dr. Who]

Late summer/early fall and spring look:

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FYI toms are the most comfortable shoe ever made :)
They look like bedroom slippers - are you sure they're shoes?

[Mister D]

I'm sure that this topic will really only appeal to a few people on here, if that, but I figured I'd give it a shot anyway. At worst I'd just entertain myself with it....What would you consider to be your fashion style? What trends do you currently like? What's your favorite style for summer, spring, fall, and so on? What trends would you like to see come back and which trends would you like to see go away and never return? Could be fun...post pictures, thoughts, recommendations, and so on.

So for example I love the way this looks and have since bought most of it, except for the bag, to have it in my own closet. I love the scarf. It gives you a sense of the style that I like and what I think is cute for the summer time:

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or this which I love love love. I don't have the exact dress but something very similar:


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super cute:3392

You best add a few inches to those shorts, young lady.

[Adelaide]

This is how I dress for work (except with better shoes):

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[Adelaide]

I'm not an overly casual person but here are a couple outfits that I would wear or have worn versions of:

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[Cigar]

Nice :grin:

[Adelaide]

Oh, and just bought the following the last two days:

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The dresses were on sale for like $50 each and the black booties cost about $90, I think, and the brown about $80. Might have been more for the shoes. Gearing up for fall.

[Adelaide]

You best add a few inches to those shorts, young lady.

Some people wear even shorter shorts. To the point their ass cheeks half hang out. I don't understand it lol

[Cigar]

Some people wear even shorter shorts. To the point their ass cheeks half hang out. I don't understand it lol

Mr D :grin:

http://phoenixhhh.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/daisy_dooks-279x300.jpg

[jillian]

I love this, the hat makes it :)

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i would totally wear that... but with really big heels.... and i want the bag in your o/p

lately i've been keeping Free People in the black... and when i like something there, i tend to get it in more than one color...

i have this one in black and plum.

http://www.freepeople.com/clothes-dresses/fp-one-emily-slip/

[jillian]

This is how I dress for work (except with better shoes):

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better than jimmy choo???

these are one of my favorite pairs that i have... (not choos...). they were a gift from the hubby. (although i think the front platform is a bit higher than mine)

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[Adelaide]

better than jimmy choo???

these are one of my favorite pairs that i have... (not choos...). they were a gift from the hubby. (although i think the front platform is a bit higher than mine)

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I have a pair of Vera Wang pumps that are to die for and perfect for work, (they cost about $400 on sale, yikes). The Jimmy Choos in the photo I put up aren't my favourite. I like the platform to be more subtle or hidden, I don't like snakeskin or any type of textured leather materials, so forth. I just don't like the shoes in the image I posted.

[Cigar]

Alright you two ... cut-it-out or get a room.

BTW ... here's the Key

http://www.ehospitalitytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/hotel-key.jpg

[jillian]

Alright you two ... cut-it-out or get a room.

BTW ... here's the Key

hey... we're tawkin' shoes here!

[jillian]

I have a pair of Vera Wang pumps that are to die for and perfect for work, (they cost about $400 on sale, yikes). The Jimmy Choos in the photo I put up aren't my favourite. I like the platform to be more subtle or hidden, I don't like snakeskin or any type of textured leather materials, so forth. I just don't like the shoes in the image I posted.

ah... fair enough. lol. i love huge platforms. just how it is. my most comfortable pair of shoes looks like this:

http://weheartit.com/entry/23271191

[Chloe]

They look like bedroom slippers - are you sure they're shoes?

Well I sure wear them as shoes a lot

[Chloe]

Oh, and just bought the following the last two days:

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3407

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The dresses were on sale for like $50 each and the black booties cost about $90, I think, and the brown about $80. Might have been more for the shoes. Gearing up for fall.

I like the dress at the top

[Chloe]

Some people wear even shorter shorts. To the point their ass cheeks half hang out. I don't understand it lol

Yeah I've never understood that either. For example i like some of the high waisted shorts out right now but some girls that wear them think that they need to pull them higher and show their ass cheeks like you said when its not what the style is supposed to be. It's trashy.

[Adelaide]

ah... fair enough. lol. i love huge platforms. just how it is. my most comfortable pair of shoes looks like this:

http://weheartit.com/entry/23271191

Well, it also is in fashion. It's hard to find high heels without a platform. Or at least, it's hard to find nice looking shoes without them. They do all sorts of whacky ass shit to the shoes that don't have a platform. I also don't understand the trend of bright blue, red, pink, orange, yellow so forth shoes. Seriously, how often could you wear those? It isn't practical. All of my shoes are skin tone, brown, black or white/ivory. They go with everything I own, I can switch them up so I don't always have to wear the same combination... although I will admit I made a late night purchase last summer of some heels that are cobalt blue and strappy and pretty and I've worn them once. ONCE. lol

[Chloe]

You best add a few inches to those shorts, young lady.

They aren't really as short as they look. I don't do the hot pants like some people do.

[Adelaide]

Yeah I've never understood that either. For example i like some of the high waisted shorts out right now but some girls that wear them think that they need to pull them higher and show their ass cheeks like you said when its not what the style is supposed to be. It's trashy.

My best friend and I like to walk through the mall and count the girls whose asses hang out. It's like when you were a kid and you counted certain types of cars on the highway as a game, lol

[Chloe]

better than jimmy choo???

these are one of my favorite pairs that i have... (not choos...). they were a gift from the hubby. (although i think the front platform is a bit higher than mine)

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yeah see I can't do that. Ill wear heels when I have to but I am definitely a flip flops, sandals, and flats kindof girl.

[Adelaide]

I like the dress at the top

Yeah, it's cute. Very work appropriate. Sometimes it sucks to work in an office because you have to wear somewhat boring clothes (conservative or predictable) but that one seems like it will be unique without going off the rails into crazy town.

[jillian]

Well, it also is in fashion. It's hard to find high heels without a platform. Or at least, it's hard to find nice looking shoes without them. They do all sorts of whacky ass shit to the shoes that don't have a platform. I also don't understand the trend of bright blue, red, pink, orange, yellow so forth shoes. Seriously, how often could you wear those? It isn't practical. All of my shoes are skin tone, brown, black or white/ivory. They go with everything I own, I can switch them up so I don't always have to wear the same combination... although I will admit I made a late night purchase last summer of some heels that are cobalt blue and strappy and pretty and I've worn them once. ONCE. lol

i like platforms because they're higher and because your foot isn't on an angle so they're more comfortable.

i'm not big on colored shoes either... except my sneakers. and i like my uggs on cold days, but other than one impulse buy of a pair of silver uggs, they're neutral

and the vast majority of my shoes are brown and black, too. i got one huge pair of platforms with gold heels and snakey tops... i hate them. lol...

[Mister D]

Yeah I've never understood that either. For example i like some of the high waisted shorts out right now but some girls that wear them think that they need to pull them higher and show their ass cheeks like you said when its not what the style is supposed to be. It's trashy.

Right. It's not sexy at all.

[jillian]

yeah see I can't do that. Ill wear heels when I have to but I am definitely a flip flops, sandals, and flats kindof girl.

nothing wrong with that!

[Venus]

I'm sure that this topic will really only appeal to a few people on here, if that, but I figured I'd give it a shot anyway. At worst I'd just entertain myself with it....What would you consider to be your fashion style? What trends do you currently like? What's your favorite style for summer, spring, fall, and so on? What trends would you like to see come back and which trends would you like to see go away and never return? Could be fun...post pictures, thoughts, recommendations, and so on.

So for example I love the way this looks and have since bought most of it, except for the bag, to have it in my own closet. I love the scarf. It gives you a sense of the style that I like and what I think is cute for the summer time:

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or this which I love love love. I don't have the exact dress but something very similar:


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super cute:3392

I love these casual looks. I'm a little to old for the shorts but otherwise I have the tee's, shoes and scarves.

super cute chloe

this is the type of clothing I wear to work

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Lots of button downs, skirts and slacks.


For lounging around in the weather, I love leggings and big sweaters.

And I'm proud to say I am a purse/bag whore.

[Chris]

The height of fashion...

http://i.snag.gy/AGRRv.jpg

[Adelaide]

I actually recently decided to buy into the lace trend and went with something that looks almost identical to this:

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[Venus]

That's pretty.

[Venus]

I also love long summer dresses.



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[GrassrootsConservative]

Normally for me it's black jeans (or dark grey khakis for work) and a band tee like this, my current favorite:

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[GrassrootsConservative]

The height of fashion...

http://i.snag.gy/AGRRv.jpg

We men have it easy, don't we? :tongue:

[Chloe]

I actually recently decided to buy into the lace trend and went with something that looks almost identical to this:

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That's so pretty, so pretty.

[Chris]

We men have it easy, don't we? :tongue:

Not at all, I had to shop and shop for that. Flipflops from Target, jeans from Walmart, shirt special order from Duck Dynasty, hat from Academy, A man's work is never done.

[Max Rockatansky]

I'm sure that this topic will really only appeal to a few people on here, if that, but I figured I'd give it a shot anyway. At worst I'd just entertain myself with it....What would you consider to be your fashion style? What trends do you currently like? What's your favorite style for summer, spring, fall, and so on? What trends would you like to see come back and which trends would you like to see go away and never return? Could be fun...post pictures, thoughts, recommendations, and so on.

So for example I love the way this looks and have since bought most of it, except for the bag, to have it in my own closet. I love the scarf. It gives you a sense of the style that I like and what I think is cute for the summer time:

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or this which I love love love. I don't have the exact dress but something very similar:


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super cute:3392

I'm sure you look smoking hot.

My off-duty look is can be described as "retired casual".

http://sgtgrit-zerolag.netdna-ssl.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/370x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/s/t/sts2new.jpg

http://p5.vanclimg.com/product/0/8/3/0836015/mid/0836015-1201306231737121210.jpg
http://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/server5000/9530d/products/9131/images/8365/511233-001-3__88487.1353078691.600.600.jpg

[Adelaide]

Recently my dad had to rock it in drag, including high heels. I am eagerly awaiting the photos from people who were there.

[Peter1469]

Why did he have to do that? Did he ask you for advice?

[oceanloverOH]

I have found that once I hit about 57, it's more about comfort than it is about fashion. Nothing tight, nothing form fitting, loose tops and elastic waist pants and jeans and soft knits, that's what I'm all about now (I would live in my jammies 24/7, if I could get away with it).

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You couldn't pay me to wear a pair of high heeled shoes. Of course, not all women are like me....some are fashionistas well into their 80s.

[Captain Obvious]

We men have it easy, don't we? :tongue:

Not by accident either.

[Adelaide]

Why did he have to do that? Did he ask you for advice?

A dare of sorts. He did it on a business trip and didn't say anything about it until I spoke to him later.

[Venus]

I have found that once I hit about 57, it's more about comfort than it is about fashion. Nothing tight, nothing form fitting, loose tops and elastic waist pants and jeans and soft knits, that's what I'm all about now (I would live in my jammies 24/7, if I could get away with it).

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You couldn't pay me to wear a pair of high heeled shoes. Of course, not all women are like me....some are fashionistas well into their 80s.

Jammies!

Nothing beats your favorite pajamas.

[Venus]

I now want to log onto Land's End and shop.

:)

[IMPress Polly]

Adelaide wrote:
Recently my dad had to rock it in drag, including high heels. I am eagerly awaiting the photos from people who were there.


Peter wrote:
Why did he have to do that? Did he ask you for advice?

Maybe he read that BBC article from January on why men had stopped wearing high heels. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-21151350) :wink:

(It actually is a pretty good article! I've never been into heels, though I've been required to wear them for work before. I don't wear them voluntarily myself. Not comfortable.)

Anyway, my fashion sense gravitates in the direction of emo as the rule. I'm undergoing a transition to less intensive use of cosmetics though.

[Chloe]

I'm really loving lace shorts right now. I bought a few pair not too long ago and they are sooo comfy, probably some of the most comfortable shorts that I have now. A nice soft tee, lace shorts, sandals, and some accessories. Summer is good right now. :)

[Peter1469]

I'm really loving lace shorts right now. I bought a few pair not too long ago and they are sooo comfy, probably some of the most comfortable shorts that I have now. A nice soft tee, lace shorts, sandals, and some accessories. Summer is good right now. :)

What are lace shorts?

[Chloe]

What are lace shorts?

They are shorts made of lace :)

[Chloe]

I'm on my phone right now otherwise I'd try and find a good picture for you. Just google it and you should see. They aren't like lingerie or anything.

[Captain Obvious]

They are shorts made of lace :)

And they call me Capt Obvious

[Chris]

I'll bet they look like doilies.

[Peter1469]

I'm on my phone right now otherwise I'd try and find a good picture for you. Just google it and you should see. They aren't like lingerie or anything.

Well post a pic when you get to a PC.

I have several linen shirts- I guess it is like that.

[Chloe]

Well post a pic when you get to a PC.

I have several linen shirts- I guess it is like that.

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There you go Peter1469. I have a white/creme one like the first picture and also a light green and a navy blue pair with a belt like the second picture.

[Peter1469]

OK I get it now.

[Dr. Who]

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There you go @Peter1469 (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=10). I have a white/creme one like the first picture and also a light green and a navy blue pair with a belt like the second picture.This type looks like underwear:
http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/5e/01/78/5e0178735cb8fe839abc65b54304577c.jpg

[Chloe]

This type looks like underwear:
http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/5e/01/78/5e0178735cb8fe839abc65b54304577c.jpg


Yeah some can be pretty short but you can wear them to the beach or around the house too. There are enough varieties though to fit most situations and stuff. Those are Abercrombie and some of their shorts are pretty cute. I have a Hollister pair and they are similar, although Abercrombie and hollister are the same thing.

[Dr. Who]

Yeah some can be pretty short but you can wear them to the beach or around the house too. There are enough varieties though to fit most situations and stuff. Those are Abercrombie and some of their shorts are pretty cute. I have a Hollister pair and they are similar, although Abercrombie and hollister are the same thing.

I hope you wouldn't wear them on the street!

[Chloe]

I hope you wouldn't wear them on the street!

Well ive worn mine out to places but they are normal length and stuff and not like super short or anything like that. Maybe just a little shorter or so than the jean shorts I'm wearing in my avatar. With the right top it looks cute.

[Dr. Who]

Well ive worn mine out to places but they are normal length and stuff and not like super short or anything like that. Maybe just a little shorter or so than the jean shorts I'm wearing in my avatar. With the right top it looks cute.That's ok, but any shorter is sending a message.

[Adelaide]

Oh man... I bought more shoes. It's almost a hobby at this freaking point.

[Dr. Who]

Oh man... I bought more shoes. It's almost a hobby at this freaking point.Think Imelda Marcos. You'll have to start devoting rooms to your shoe habit. Just say no to shoes.

[oceanloverOH]

Ocean's summer wardrobe, everything in a rainbow of colors:
-Knit elastic waist shorts
-Elastic waist jeans shorts
-Mens size L or XL Short Sleeve Tee Shirts
-Thick cushy foam flip flops

Ocean's winter wardrobe, same:
-Knit elastic waist pants
-Elastic waist jeans
-Mens size L or XL Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
-Mens size L or XL sweatshirts and sweat pants
-Thick fuzzy socks
-Velcro closure sneakers

There, see how easy that was?????????

[Dr. Who]

Ocean's summer wardrobe, everything in a rainbow of colors:
-Knit elastic waist shorts
-Elastic waist jeans shorts
-Mens size L or XL Short Sleeve Tee Shirts
-Thick cushy foam flip flops

Ocean's winter wardrobe, same:
-Knit elastic waist pants
-Elastic waist jeans
-Mens size L or XL Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
-Mens size L or XL sweatshirts and sweat pants
-Thick fuzzy socks
-Velcro closure sneakers

There, see how easy that was?????????
I suspect that Chloe would lock herself in a tower before wearing any of those things. Fashion is for the very young. Us geezers like comfort!

[strollingbonez]

levi's, t-shirt, flannel shirt , hoodie..crocs or running shoes

[patrickt]

Wonderful thread. My ex-wife, who always hated me, handed me an article on "Dressing for Success". She was always very ambitious, for me. I went shopping and came home with five new, very expensive, neckties.

My ex-wife looked at my five yellow neckties and said, "You didn't read the article."
"Of course, I read the article. Look at what I bought."
"The article said yellow is not a power color."
"Right. What the article didn't say was that people with power could wear whatever they want. It's those without power how have to pretend."

Me? I dress to be comfortable now that I'm retired. I spent a lot of my work life wearing a uniform and I wore whatever the boss said 60 hours a week. My boss told me to wear a necktie when I was on television. I was on television about four nights a week. A few days later my boss called me in and said, "I want to see it."
"What?"
"The necktie."
"What necktie?"
"The one everyone is talking about."
I went and got my Bugs Bunny necktie. He sat there looking at it and shaking his head. Then he grinned. Then he laughed.
"Want me to change it?"
"Too late now. Everyone except me had seen it."

Another chief fired me without cause. I sued. We went to court. A plaintiff's witness said I went out of my way to irritate the chief. When asked for an example he said, "Well, there was one necktie the chief didn't like and Pat wore it all the time."
"Really, what did it look like?"
"He's wearing it today. He's worn it to court every day." I turned and let the jury see my necktie and they all laughed. Then when asked to give another example he thought and said, "That's the only one I can think of."

I love neckties. They're so important. But it's like football. I can't figure out why neckties or football are important.

I like shirts with lots of pockets. I like pants with lots of pockets and that dry quickly if I get caught in the rain. I want my shroud to be wash and wear even though it will never get washed.

[Chloe]

I suspect that Chloe would lock herself in a tower before wearing any of those things. Fashion is for the very young. Us geezers like comfort!

You suspect correctly :)

I don't always dress up of anything like that though. I love wearing pajamas, sweats, and other comfy casual things, but you can still look cute or put together even when you dress down. I don't recommend wearing sweat pants to the mall but to each their own.

[Max Rockatansky]

levi's, t-shirt, flannel shirt , hoodie..crocs or running shoes

If you're wearing a hoodie, you might consider always wearing the running shoes. :D

[GrassrootsConservative]

If you're wearing a hoodie, you might consider always wearing the running shoes. :D

And also consider not being on lean and trying to fight everyone while using racial slurs to the one witness you're on the phone with.

[Chloe]

Oh no no no don't you all dare turn my fashion thread into a Zimmerman thread. I swear to god you all WILL feel my wrath if you do.

[Venus]

Get'em Chloe!

:)

[GrassrootsConservative]

Lmao poor Chloe.

[Chloe]

Lmao poor Chloe.

As restitution for almost derailing a perfectly good thread you should tell us which fashion styles or trends that you would like to see make a come back, or since this suits you better :wink:, tell us which current trends you don't like.

[GrassrootsConservative]

As restitution for almost derailing a perfectly good thread you should tell us which fashion styles or trends that you would like to see make a come back, or since this suits you better :wink:, tell us which current trends you don't like.

I know this may be pretty incomprehensible to you, but fashion doesn't matter to me, never has mattered to me, and if I can help it, never will matter to me. As far as issues that concern me and I concern myself with, fashion is way down there with Women's football and that last election in Zimbabwe or whatever.

[GrassrootsConservative]

Also @Road Warrior (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=575) derailed this thread, @Chloe (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=565). My post was derailed by his derail. I derailed nothing, but that accusation was a good try on your part.

[Chloe]

I know this may be pretty incomprehensible to you, but fashion doesn't matter to me, never has mattered to me, and if I can help it, never will matter to me. As far as issues that concern me and I concern myself with, fashion is way down there with Women's football and that last election in Zimbabwe or whatever.

I was just having some fun with you. FYI the way you dress is a style too. I've seen a lot of guys that dress similar to how you described yourself and it often does fit into social groups and their fashion culture/fashion sense.

[Chloe]

Also @Road Warrior (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=575) derailed this thread, @Chloe (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=565). My post was derailed by his derail. I derailed nothing, but that accusation was a good try on your part.

I'm sorry I was just joking around

[GrassrootsConservative]

Actually I wouldn't mind seeing the devo hat come back. @Captian (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=281) Obvious

http://www.skullcandy.com/images/uploads/wordpress/343.jpg

But I don't think you will understand this at all, Chloe.

[GrassrootsConservative]

And with that I must go to work. Talk to you all later.

[Adelaide]

Think Imelda Marcos. You'll have to start devoting rooms to your shoe habit. Just say no to shoes.

I do have a whole closet dedicated to them... it's a pretty big closet. Two closets if you count the one downstairs that I "share" (I don't share it - let's be real here).

[Adelaide]

Ocean's summer wardrobe, everything in a rainbow of colors:
-Knit elastic waist shorts
-Elastic waist jeans shorts
-Mens size L or XL Short Sleeve Tee Shirts
-Thick cushy foam flip flops

Ocean's winter wardrobe, same:
-Knit elastic waist pants
-Elastic waist jeans
-Mens size L or XL Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
-Mens size L or XL sweatshirts and sweat pants
-Thick fuzzy socks
-Velcro closure sneakers

There, see how easy that was?????????

I would totally follow suit if not for peer pressure and the fact that I feel better about myself if I wear nice/fancy/expensive clothes. I'm not sure what that says about me. It's not like I'm trying to attract men but I work in an office with all females and a male boss and unfortunately visual appearance counts unconsciously if not consciously when considering appraisals or promotions.

When I'm at home, I almost always wear yoga pants, a sports bra, and a tank top. If it's cold, I wear a sweater that cold fit someone twice my size. Better than a snuggie. I actually walked to the mailbox in this get-up yesterday. I was having a "FUCK YOU WORLD" kind of moment.

[Chloe]

I would totally follow suit if not for peer pressure and the fact that I feel better about myself if I wear nice/fancy/expensive clothes. I'm not sure what that says about me. It's not like I'm trying to attract men but I work in an office with all females and a male boss and unfortunately visual appearance counts unconsciously if not consciously when considering appraisals or promotions.

When I'm at home, I almost always wear yoga pants, a sports bra, and a tank top. If it's cold, I wear a sweater that cold fit someone twice my size. Better than a snuggie. I actually walked to the mailbox in this get-up yesterday. I was having a "FUCK YOU WORLD" kind of moment.

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once at home it's change into yoga pants or pajama pants, put the hair up, and be a bum. I don't really wear makeup or all that much makeup so at least I don't have to worry about that once i'm home but if so then that comes off too. I also agree that I feel better about myself when I leave the house if I look nice and if I like what i'm wearing.

[oceanloverOH]

I would totally follow suit if not for peer pressure and the fact that I feel better about myself if I wear nice/fancy/expensive clothes. I'm not sure what that says about me. It's not like I'm trying to attract men but I work in an office with all females and a male boss and unfortunately visual appearance counts unconsciously if not consciously when considering appraisals or promotions.

When I'm at home, I almost always wear yoga pants, a sports bra, and a tank top. If it's cold, I wear a sweater that cold fit someone twice my size. Better than a snuggie. I actually walked to the mailbox in this get-up yesterday. I was having a "FUCK YOU WORLD" kind of moment.

My "style" was a WHOLE lot different when I was working. For 20 years, the USAF told me how to dresss. After retirement,I was a manager at a regional airline for several years, so I felt compelled to dress in business pantsuits or skirtsuits. At a minimum, a dressy silky blouse with dress slacks or skirt.

[Dr. Who]

I do have a whole closet dedicated to them... it's a pretty big closet. Two closets if you count the one downstairs that I "share" (I don't share it - let's be real here). Don't be surprised if your family does an intervention, if only to recover closet space. Lol.

[Chris]

Oh no no no don't you all dare turn my fashion thread into a Zimmerman thread. I swear to god you all WILL feel my wrath if you do.

Bring out the wrath wear!

http://i.snag.gy/a3y8K.jpg

[patrickt]

If you're wearing a hoodie, you might consider always wearing the running shoes. :D

Our of respect for little sister, Chloe, I deleted my hilarious response.

[Adelaide]

Don't be surprised if your family does an intervention, if only to recover closet space. Lol.

They can try but they won't succeed. :)

[patrickt]

My "style" was a WHOLE lot different when I was working. For 20 years, the USAF told me how to dresss. After retirement,I was a manager at a regional airline for several years, so I felt compelled to dress in business pantsuits or skirtsuits. At a minimum, a dressy silky blouse with dress slacks or skirt.

Wow, and you're a guy. Daring.

[Chloe]

My "style" was a WHOLE lot different when I was working. For 20 years, the USAF told me how to dresss. After retirement,I was a manager at a regional airline for several years, so I felt compelled to dress in business pantsuits or skirtsuits. At a minimum, a dressy silky blouse with dress slacks or skirt.

I don't know if I just forgot or if I never put two and two together but I never realized that you were in the military. I assumed that your avatar was a military symbol but I guess I never really thought about it, wow 20 years. I guess after wearing a military uniform for that long dressing casual would be very appealing :)

[Chloe]

one of my favorite braids

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[Chloe]

braided hair bow, so pretty

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[Common]

Wow you have some head of hair chloe :)

[Peter1469]

My non-work clothes are mostly from REI.

My work clothes are mostly tailor made.

[Chloe]

My non-work clothes are mostly from REI.

My work clothes are mostly tailor made.

I love REI it's a fun store

[Max Rockatansky]

Also @Road Warrior (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=575) derailed this thread, @Chloe (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=565). My post was derailed by his derail. I derailed nothing, but that accusation was a good try on your part.

Continuing to rail about a derail is another derail!

Back on topic, Chloe, your braids are gorgeous! I usually wear a ball cap.

http://rlv.zcache.com/bush_pilot_hat-r69970d7fe52b4f46954a86a9fefcb3a0_v9wfy_8byvr_324. jpg

[Common]

I live in fla, im retired 90% of the time im in shorts a shirt or Teeshirt and or flipflops/boatshoes/sneakers.
Basically jersey shore attire all year round.

[roadmaster]

http://fashionfinder.asos.com/womens-outfits/the-love-305555 This was my style in the 70's

[Chloe]

Continuing to rail about a derail is another derail!

Back on topic, Chloe, your braids are gorgeous! I usually wear a ball cap.

http://rlv.zcache.com/bush_pilot_hat-r69970d7fe52b4f46954a86a9fefcb3a0_v9wfy_8byvr_324. jpg

Oh it's not mine I just like how it's braided, especially the bow

[Captain Obvious]

Shorts, all year round. My sons took after me, they wore shorts even in the winter time.

And sandals. I'm a hippie basically. Or, shorts and (my wife's favorite) work boots.

[Adelaide]

http://fashionfinder.asos.com/womens-outfits/the-love-305555 This was my style in the 70's

It's kind of neat that different aspects of the 70s, 80s, and 90s (maybe even a bit of the 60s) are coming back into fashion. "Mom jeans" are back in style, for example. If you watch just about any show from the 90s, it's like watching today's "hipsters".

[Adelaide]

Are any of the other females here doing the colour blocking trend? It's pretty fickle; you have to do it right or you look just kind of ridiculous, lol. Personal trial and error speaking here.

[Peter1469]

I guess the styles go in cycles.

At least as far as professional male clothing goes, we have it easy. Not much in the way of radical options. I have 6 suits, maybe 5 dress slacks, 12 white dress shirts (with different things like collars, pockets, etc) and another 12 colored / stripped shirts. All of the shirts and most of the slacks are tailored. And a crap load of ties, but I don't wear them any more unless I am in court, or go meet someone who is really important in my work. I actually hate ties. I wish that they would go out of style.

Which is one reason I went running this afternoon. It would cost me a butt-load of money to up-size.....

[Peter1469]

Are any of the other females here doing the colour blocking trend? It's pretty fickle; you have to do it right or you look just kind of ridiculous, lol. Personal trial and error speaking here.

What is that?

[Adelaide]

one of my favorite braids

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Love this hairstyle.

[Adelaide]

What is that?

This:

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It's about mixing bright colours. I've found the only way to do it without looking like a clown is to do, say, a black bottom with a bright top of one colour, a bright jacket of another bright colour, and then a bright necklace of another.

[Adelaide]

By the way, Chloe - my normal day to day hairstyles are like this (pretty much exactly):

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It's so long I can't be bothered to do much special with it on a daily basis. Quick and easy and looking normal is all I need, lol

I do love the braiding that is trending. I love to braid my hair.

[Peter1469]

OK. The most that I will do is one bright or pastel shirt with everything else neutral. Just one "oddity" at a time for me.

[Dr. Who]

This:

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It's about mixing bright colours. I've found the only way to do it without looking like a clown is to do, say, a black bottom with a bright top of one colour, a bright jacket of another bright colour, and then a bright necklace of another.
Lol. When I was growing up those color combinations were a major faux pas. They were viewed as clashing colors. It started to change in the 60's, but I have to confess that I still have an aversion to seeing hot pink and red in combination. I'm fine with colors that are opposites on the color wheel, though they do tend to vibrate against each other, but taking non familial and also non opposite colors and opposing them still looks wrong to me.

[Chloe]

This:

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It's about mixing bright colours. I've found the only way to do it without looking like a clown is to do, say, a black bottom with a bright top of one colour, a bright jacket of another bright colour, and then a bright necklace of another.

I like colorful pants more than colorful shirts. I have jeans that are mint color, light pink, and orange. They go well with most tops and make you feel fun.

[Adelaide]

I like colorful pants more than colorful shirts. I have jeans that are mint color, light pink, and orange. They go well with most tops and make you feel fun.

Yeah, I have a pair of red jeans and a pair of yellow jeans. I enjoy them. I usually go neutral with them, though.

[Peter1469]

For whatever reason, I only do colors with shirts, not pants. A guy thing I guess.

[Max Rockatansky]

Oh it's not mine I just like how it's braided, especially the bow

Well it's pretty.

Do you think guys who obsess about their looks are narcissistic or just trying to look good to attract a good wife?

How much maintenance do you think this body takes?
http://f0.pepst.com/c/6484DD/900807/ssc3/home/050/rajesh69short/albums/hot_abs.jpg_480_480_0_64000_0_1_0.jpg

Do you think this guy would really be more interested in a good woman than himself?

[Chloe]

Well it's pretty.

Do you think guys who obsess about their looks are narcissistic or just trying to look good to attract a good wife?

How much maintenance do you think this body takes?
http://f0.pepst.com/c/6484DD/900807/ssc3/home/050/rajesh69short/albums/hot_abs.jpg_480_480_0_64000_0_1_0.jpg

Do you think this guy would really be more interested in a good woman than himself?

Well I obviously don't know him but I am assuming you mean that type of guy...meat head type guy...He's obviously attractive and has a great body and if someone like that asked me out on a date or something I doubt I'd say no, but he's not really the type of guy that I am into. I don't know a lot of guys that look like that but i'm sure there are a plenty that are pretty self absorbed, not all though probably. I think some guys work so hard to make their bodies look like that because it helps their confidence and I can't fault them for that, but if they are doing it just to have arm candy then those guys are not interested in really having a relationship in my opinion.

[Max Rockatansky]

Well I obviously don't know him but I am assuming you mean that type of guy...meat head type guy...He's obviously attractive and has a great body and if someone like that asked me out on a date or something I doubt I'd say no, but he's not really the type of guy that I am into. I don't know a lot of guys that look like that but i'm sure there are a plenty that are pretty self absorbed, not all though probably. I think some guys work so hard to make their bodies look like that because it helps their confidence and I can't fault them for that, but if they are doing it just to have arm candy then those guys are not interested in really having a relationship in my opinion.

Working hard to improve oneself, to be fit, is good. Being hygienic is good. Caring about one's appearance is good. Obviously, as the picture showed, it can be taken to an extreme.

My ex-wife liked the series "Sex and the City". I thought the women there had screwed up priorities. No different than most men their age, but certainly no better. Certainly not what I'd consider role models.

[roadmaster]

Well it's pretty.

Do you think guys who obsess about their looks are narcissistic or just trying to look good to attract a good wife?

How much maintenance do you think this body takes?
http://f0.pepst.com/c/6484DD/900807/ssc3/home/050/rajesh69short/albums/hot_abs.jpg_480_480_0_64000_0_1_0.jpg

Do you think this guy would really be more interested in a good woman than himself?

Depends looks like old farm boys to me, but that's when I was young. This one probably never worked just worked out in a gym.

[Max Rockatansky]

Depends looks like old farm boys to me, but that's when I was young. This one probably never worked just worked out in a gym.

Dude, while hard work can produce good looking bodies on both men and women, a body like the guy pictured is a combination of gym, diet and chemicals.

Many of the women men ooh and ahh over in magazines and on the silver screen are equally enhanced through special effort. Such appearances, while appealing to some, take a lot of maintenance, effort and money.

I hate to sound sappy, but someone as obsessed about their looks as the woman pictured below isn't appealing to me as a wife, but certainly as a one-night stand.

http://cdn03.cdn.socialitelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/heidi-montag-plastic-surgery-08172010-03-430x645.jpg

[Chloe]

Dude, while hard work can produce good looking bodies on both men and women, a body like the guy pictured is a combination of gym, diet and chemicals.

Many of the women men ooh and ahh over in magazines and on the silver screen are equally enhanced through special effort. Such appearances, while appealing to some, take a lot of maintenance, effort and money.

I hate to sound sappy, but someone as obsessed about their looks as the woman pictured below isn't appealing to me as a wife, but certainly as a one-night stand.

http://cdn03.cdn.socialitelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/heidi-montag-plastic-surgery-08172010-03-430x645.jpg

The guys behind her don't seem to mind it looks like. She's very pretty but see it's girls like her that makes girls like me self conscious, even if we have no reason to be. Of course she could have a tree stump as a face and most guys would still only be focusing on her chest.

[roadmaster]

Dude, while hard work can produce good looking bodies on both men and women, a body like the guy pictured is a combination of gym, diet and chemicals.
Yes but a lot of farm boys, less muscle looked like this. Never liked the gym types and chemicals just like woman using implants ect.

[Dr. Who]

Well I obviously don't know him but I am assuming you mean that type of guy...meat head type guy...He's obviously attractive and has a great body and if someone like that asked me out on a date or something I doubt I'd say no, but he's not really the type of guy that I am into. I don't know a lot of guys that look like that but i'm sure there are a plenty that are pretty self absorbed, not all though probably. I think some guys work so hard to make their bodies look like that because it helps their confidence and I can't fault them for that, but if they are doing it just to have arm candy then those guys are not interested in really having a relationship in my opinion.I guess there might be some fire fighters and construction workers who have developed similar bodies without the narcissism.

[Max Rockatansky]

The guys behind her don't seem to mind it looks like. She's very pretty but see it's girls like her that makes girls like me self conscious, even if we have no reason to be. Of course she could have a tree stump as a face and most guys would still only be focusing on her chest.

Her looks primarily came out of a bottle and a surgery center. My point is that, while girls may like the hot guy I posted earlier, and guys may like Heidi Montag's appearance, the reality is that those looks not only come with a price in time and money, but require a particular personality of which I want nothing to do with as a partner in life. Yes, I'd love to bang her, but that's about it. After I gave her the best night in the world, what would we have in common, eh? :)

[Venus]

Dude, while hard work can produce good looking bodies on both men and women, a body like the guy pictured is a combination of gym, diet and chemicals.

Many of the women men ooh and ahh over in magazines and on the silver screen are equally enhanced through special effort. Such appearances, while appealing to some, take a lot of maintenance, effort and money.

I hate to sound sappy, but someone as obsessed about their looks as the woman pictured below isn't appealing to me as a wife, but certainly as a one-night stand.

http://cdn03.cdn.socialitelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/heidi-montag-plastic-surgery-08172010-03-430x645.jpg



She looks like a real life blow up doll.

[Max Rockatansky]

She looks like a real life blow up doll.

...but like Ron White said, "You can't fix stupid".

[Venus]

...but like Ron White said, "You can't fix stupid".

No you can't


Yeah, they call me....Tater Salad

[Max Rockatansky]

LOL. "Always marry a smart woman." Great advice from Ron.

[Adelaide]

So, quick question for our fashionistas. What colours go with:

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I'm having a hard time coming up with a suitable combination.

[Venus]

top or bottom?

[Chloe]

Is that the color of your top that you want to wear or your bottom?

[Adelaide]

top or bottom?

Bottom - pencil skirt.

[Venus]

If it's the bottom...

Maybe a bold stripes top of off white and aqua forest 3447

Is this for fall?

I would pair it with a cream color shirt...button down but not in the classic sense. And a print ( a floral print would be pretty) jacket with the color of the bottoms in it..or same family of color.

[Venus]

Bold...which isn't my personality in clothing but....

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[Venus]

Course all the neutral colors would work

[Adelaide]

@Venus (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=419) - I think I'm going to look for something along the lines of the green you showed. I also went safe and got a white sweater just to be safe. I'm thinking of my wardrobe and I'm sure I must have something else that would match but I kind of wanted something new-ish. I wouldn't typically buy a skirt that colour but it seemed like a good colour for fall.

[Venus]

@Venus (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=419) - I think I'm going to look for something along the lines of the green you showed. I also went safe and got a white sweater just to be safe. I'm thinking of my wardrobe and I'm sure I must have something else that would match but I kind of wanted something new-ish. I wouldn't typically buy a skirt that colour but it seemed like a good colour for fall.

I like the green with it as well.

I also love the color of the skirt, the color can take you through fall, winter and spring.

[Peter1469]

So, quick question for our fashionistas. What colours go with:

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I'm having a hard time coming up with a suitable combination.

Herringbone grey. (http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/calvin-klein-suit-separates-grey-herringbone-100-wool-slim-fit?ID=634138)Although as the bottom. Your color for the top.

I always have darker colors for bottom that top- are at least most of the time.

On edit: I see you are looking for top color. I can't that. I plan from pants up.

One a second edit: I would suggest a medium herringbone gray.

[Adelaide]

jillian

I was going through my pinterest board for shoes I like and would seriously buy if I had an unlimited income. Here are some examples, (from when I said earlier I didn't like the Jimmy Choos in my first post):

Christian Louboutin:

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Gucci:
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I like those 'types' of shoes, and obviously I have like a dozen pair of ankle boots and tall boots since winter is like 6 months long here lol

[Kalkin]

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[jillian]

@jillian (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=719)

I was going through my pinterest board for shoes I like and would seriously buy if I had an unlimited income. Here are some examples, (from when I said earlier I didn't like the Jimmy Choos in my first post):

Christian Louboutin:

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Gucci:
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I like those 'types' of shoes, and obviously I have like a dozen pair of ankle boots and tall boots since winter is like 6 months long here lol

Love those! I'm most comfortable walking on platforms, but those are beautiful.

[Chris]

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Trapped one of those in the backyard a few years ago and dang it was hard to get rid of without it raising a stink!


Anyhow, went out fashion shopping this afternoon, to a Tractor Supply store about 25 minutes west of me, and really splurged.

Pair of Carhartt's ~$30.

http://i.snag.gy/Yzr0V.jpg

And a new hat! ~$5. See, it even says Tractor Supply on it!!

http://i.snag.gy/7DbL3.jpg

Don't get jealous now. :-D

[Chloe]

I didn't realize you were so country Chris

[Chris]

Been wearing the same thing since high school.

[Chloe]

Been wearing the same thing since high school.

Do you think about changing up your style any?

[Chris]

Do you think about changing up your style any?

Well, no, not really. It's sort of like Willie Dixon sings, built for comfort, not for speed.

I do recall right out of high school, with my first few factory paychecks, going out and buying some fancy duds, but I never felt comfortable in them. And over the years I've held jobs required suit and tie, some business casual, but I change soon as I get home. The reason I bought new jeans was at work they're going business casual again but will allow blues jeans without holey knees or frayed bottoms--my Dickies are not blue but tan, brown, green, a change of style from plain blue!--so now I've got something to wear to work.

I'm too old to change. Will go to my grave dressed the way I am.

[Dr. Who]

Well, no, not really. It's sort of like Willie Dixon sings, built for comfort, not for speed.

I do recall right out of high school, with my first few factory paychecks, going out and buying some fancy duds, but I never felt comfortable in them. And over the years I've held jobs required suit and tie, some business casual, but I change soon as I get home. The reason I bought new jeans was at work they're going business casual again but will allow blues jeans without holey knees or frayed bottoms--my Dickies are not blue but tan, brown, green, a change of style from plain blue!--so now I've got something to wear to work.

I'm too old to change. Will go to my grave dressed the way I am.
Ever try Chinos? Lighter weight than jeans, also cotton, but more comfortable and better looking IMO.
https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSLcR3nnHOPWxtdiyiT4Cl0-1PNrc7yeO4jEGOzFkklEXhAQzV6yg

[Chloe]

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Today's wardrobe :)

[Chloe]

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I want that skirt

[Chloe]

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I am a huge scarf fan and I love these arab shemagh scarves. I have a burgundy colored one already but I really want a few more colors for the fall.

[Mister D]

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I am a huge scarf fan and I love these arab shemagh scarves. I have a burgundy colored one already but I really want a few more colors for the fall.

What are you? al-Qaida?

[Chloe]

What are you? al-Qaida?

They look cool, they match a lot of clothes, and they do a good job as a scarf in the fall. The one that I have gets compliments from my friends.

[Mister D]

They look cool, they match a lot of clothes, and they do a good job as a scarf in the fall. The one that I have gets compliments from my friends.

Do you have a nice Kalashnikov to go with it? :grin:

[Chloe]

Do you have a nice Kalashnikov to go with it? :grin:

Yeah I had no idea what that was, googled it, and so no I do not have one of those to go with it :)

[strollingbonez]

okay after weight loss...i need new clothes...i will admit...the first thing i got....levi's....nothing makes you feel alive ....like the dirty pair of levis....mine are not old yet....but i enjoy the feeling of picking them up off the floor and jumping in them and out the door... but one cannot live in levis....i am making a good run at it...so last night we go to blowing rock to go to dinner and shopping...i find a cute pair of jeans....will make you look one size smaller...now i dont wear a 0 but how the hell can you look any smaller than a 0..which they had in this style....so i pick up my size..suddenly feeling like a fat ass in my size 8..and hoping it does make me look like a 6....then i glanced at the price tag...119.95....i tossed them right back down...so onward...i fall in love with this cute ass tank top....and the cardigan that went with it...just killer..etc.....combo price....over 200 bucks....i didnt get anything last night...now is it me or was that overpriced stuff? hell that is more than i pay for my levis

[jillian]

i just got this jacket. i feel very michael jackson in it... well, except alive.

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[jillian]

okay after weight loss...i need new clothes...i will admit...the first thing i got....levi's....nothing makes you feel alive ....like the dirty pair of levis....mine are not old yet....but i enjoy the feeling of picking them up off the floor and jumping in them and out the door... but one cannot live in levis....i am making a good run at it...so last night we go to blowing rock to go to dinner and shopping...i find a cute pair of jeans....will make you look one size smaller...now i dont wear a 0 but how the hell can you look any smaller than a 0..which they had in this style....so i pick up my size..suddenly feeling like a fat ass in my size 8..and hoping it does make me look like a 6....then i glanced at the price tag...119.95....i tossed them right back down...so onward...i fall in love with this cute ass tank top....and the cardigan that went with it...just killer..etc.....combo price....over 200 bucks....i didnt get anything last night...now is it me or was that overpriced stuff? hell that is more than i pay for my levis

lol... prices were normal for certain types of stores. but you can probably do better.. also it depends on what the sweater and tank top were made of. ;)

[strollingbonez]

they werent fucking gold or silver...or diamonds and pearls...i will tell you that.....

[Peter1469]

I figure this is the best place to ask this question:

I am supposed to go to a wedding in mid-October and the dress code is casually swank. What does that mean?

[strollingbonez]

hmmm casually swank...i would take as anything with a bit of style....okay lets really confuse the issue...google...images for casually swank

[jillian]

I figure this is the best place to ask this question:

I am supposed to go to a wedding in mid-October and the dress code is casually swank. What does that mean?

https://cdn2.content.compendiumblog.com/uploads/user/726c1923-1316-4d11-a698-fbeffbfcf8c8/7245896d-f17d-4e38-bf85-64ba96cb9849/Image/1d5e64db5ae06ced563c2eaba4f7c6e0/untitled_5_w640.jpeg

http://simplermandotcom.files.wordpress.com/2012/11/business-casual-wearing-undershirts.jpg

[Chris]

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Today's wardrobe :)

There you go, jean jacket and sandals. Buy a pair of jeans!

[Chloe]

There you go, jean jacket and sandals. Buy a pair of jeans!

Why? You don't like the skirt I chose?

[Chris]

Why? You don't like the skirt I chose?

Sure, but just not my style. :-P

[Chloe]

Sure, but just not my style. :-P

So style is not your style :)

[Chris]

So style is not your style :)

Low blow!!

Would you prefer me in this?

http://i.snag.gy/m6LTr.jpg

[Chloe]

Low blow!!

Would you prefer me in this?

http://i.snag.gy/m6LTr.jpg

the sweater is kind of fun but the pants and hat not so much

[Chris]

I'll keep my jeans and cap then. And run out an buy that sweater. Appreciate the fashion advice. :rollseyes:

[Chloe]

I'll keep my jeans and cap then. And run out an buy that sweater. Appreciate the fashion advice. :rollseyes:

No problem, it's free of charge

[Chris]

No problem, it's free of charge

No such thing as a free lunch--some "free" economic advice. :-D

Buying that sweater's going to cost me a fortune. ...wonder, though, could I knit it myself???

http://i.snag.gy/FgKtv.jpg

[Chloe]

No such thing as a free lunch--some "free" economic advice. :-D

Buying that sweater's going to cost me a fortune. ...wonder, though, could I knit it myself???

http://i.snag.gy/FgKtv.jpg

do you know how to knit?

[Chris]

do you know how to knit?

No, but my son did it when he was about 10 and made it look easy. Never too late to teach an old dog new tricks.

[Chloe]

No, but my son did it when he was about 10 and made it look easy. Never too late to teach an old dog new tricks.

Ive tried it before and it can be fun but you have to have patience

[Chris]

Ive tried it before and it can be fun but you have to have patience

Maybe when I retire. :grampa:

[Chloe]

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Definitely my style for the fall

[Chloe]

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I love everything about this

[Chloe]

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I'm not really sure if I could pull this off or not but it would be so cute. I'm sure the people from like Texas and places like that on here probably cringe with this kind of thing huh?

[Carlsen]

I figure this is the best place to ask this question:

I am supposed to go to a wedding in mid-October and the dress code is casually swank. What does that mean?

then you must dress Skarsgård style. girls Always like this :)
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http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Alexander+Skarsgard+2nd+Annual+Golden+Globes+y81pr U_gfpgl.jpg

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http://data.whicdn.com/images/68528289/large.jpg



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[Peter1469]

then you must dress Skarsgård style. girls Always like this :)
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http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Alexander+Skarsgard+2nd+Annual+Golden+Globes+y81pr U_gfpgl.jpg

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http://data.whicdn.com/images/68528289/large.jpg



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I like the second one.

[Dr. Who]

I like the second one.Agree. Don't think the skinny rumpled jeans are very flattering. Maybe it's just the angle of the picture, but with the jacket and vest his legs look really short making the top of his body look out of proportion to the bottom. The second look is more streamlined.

[Chris]

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Definitely my style for the fall


Jeans!!! :thumbsup20:

[Chris]

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I'm not really sure if I could pull this off or not but it would be so cute. I'm sure the people from like Texas and places like that on here probably cringe with this kind of thing huh?



Nah, it's cute. My son's previous girlfriend dressed like that at times. It is cute.

Personally, the hats, though, meh, kinda chintzy.

How about a sombrero:

http://i.snag.gy/1Qfq2.jpg

Or a palm cowboy hat from Mexico:

http://i.snag.gy/9wBBk.jpg

[Adelaide]

Fall means busting out my trench/pea coats.

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I have one almost identical to that but it's a lighter navy tweed. Mostly for work.

[Adelaide]

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That's something I would casually wear for fall.

[Venus]

I like the sweater and bag.

[Chris]

I like the jeans! :grin:


Question, though, why do you, ade, and chloe, prefer such tight fitting jeans? Relaxed fit are, well, relaxed.

[Venus]

I like the jeans! :grin:


Question, though, why do you, ade, and chloe, prefer such tight fitting jeans? Relaxed fit are, well, relaxed.

Jeans like the pair above probably have a small percent of spandex. Which, for me, I get a better fit and the comfort I want.

[Chloe]

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That's something I would casually wear for fall.

Im not big on the shoes but i like the sweater and the jeans

[Chloe]

I like the jeans! :grin:


Question, though, why do you, ade, and chloe, prefer such tight fitting jeans? Relaxed fit are, well, relaxed.

Not all of my jeans are tight, i have some jeans that are more relaxed fit too, for example i have some boyfriend jeans that are way comfortable, but i like the better tighter jeans typically because like Venus said they typically have some give to them and they fit better. They are more comfortable than they probably look to you. There are jeans of course that are just tight with no flexibility or anything like that and those quickly go back on the shelf for me. You get what you pay for with our jeans. If I went with a cheap pair of tight jeans then they probably wouldn't fit well and it would be uncomfortable. You see that sometimes when girls have jeans on that just don't look like they fit very well. Some jeans look like they are painted on and I don't like that.

[Chloe]

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I could wear this everyday. I think I like the shoes the best though.

[Chloe]

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[jillian]

I like the jeans! :grin:


Question, though, why do you, ade, and chloe, prefer such tight fitting jeans? Relaxed fit are, well, relaxed.

because women shouldn't wear relaxed fit jeans unless they need to. and none of them need to.

[Adelaide]

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This is another casual thing I would wear for fall, except I'd need a coat. I actually own a sweater, clutch, and boots that are identical to those in the picture. I wear aviators, though. Never been big on other types of sun glasses.

[Chloe]

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This is another casual thing I would wear for fall, except I'd need a coat. I actually own a sweater, clutch, and boots that are identical to those in the picture. I wear aviators, though. Never been big on other types of sun glasses.

And it's the proper way to wear leggings too. I hate when I see girls wearing leggings without a long sweater or cool looking oversized shirt to cover up their butts.

[Chris]

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I could wear this everyday. I think I like the shoes the best though.


Now those jeans are perfect.


You wouldn't purchase them with holes in them like my son does, now would you?

[Chloe]

Now those jeans are perfect.


You wouldn't purchase them with holes in them like my son does, now would you?

Well the holes aren't there by accident so yes :)

i dont like necessarily jeans that look like they've completely gone through a shredder but a couple of holes to complete the look is ok with me.

[Chris]

Well the holes aren't there by accident so yes :)

i dont like necessarily jeans that look like they've completely gone through a shredder but a couple of holes to complete the look is ok with me.



Yea but you're supposed to earn those holes the way you earn calluses.


When I was 19 I bought a pair of jeans and cut slits in the knees so they'd wear out properly, and my friends saw that and said I was cheating.

[Venus]

And it's the proper way to wear leggings too. I hate when I see girls wearing leggings without a long sweater or cool looking oversized shirt to cover up their butts.


I live in leggings and oversized shirts/sweaters when the weather turns cold.

[Chloe]

I live in leggings and oversized shirts/sweaters when the weather turns cold.

Yep it's way comfortable. I just wish people would wear the look in the right way.

[Adelaide]

And it's the proper way to wear leggings too. I hate when I see girls wearing leggings without a long sweater or cool looking oversized shirt to cover up their butts.

I'd probably wear it with skinny jeans instead of leggings. I agree about girls wearing them wrong.

And I really like the trend of high-low sweaters and skirts. I actually recently bought the following:

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[Adelaide]

Yea but you're supposed to earn those holes the way you earn calluses.

When I was 19 I bought a pair of jeans and cut slits in the knees so they'd wear out properly, and my friends saw that and said I was cheating.

My dad did the same thing until I was about 10 years old. He said it was way more comfortable. These days, he is pretty into fashion since he always asks my opinion, lol. He'll be out shopping and send me a picture text asking if something is okay. Kind of funny.

[Chris]

My dad did the same thing until I was about 10 years old. He said it was way more comfortable. These days, he is pretty into fashion since he always asks my opinion, lol. He'll be out shopping and send me a picture text asking if something is okay. Kind of funny.

My parents never ask. My mother is into black and red and gray, that's it. And my father has to match her.

[Chloe]

I'd probably wear it with skinny jeans instead of leggings. I agree about girls wearing them wrong.

And I really like the trend of high-low sweaters and skirts. I actually recently bought the following:

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Thats pretty

[Venus]

I got new boots!

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Anyone else here shop at Hautelook?

[Chloe]

I got new boots!

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Anyone else here shop at Hautelook?

no I don't but those are nice

[Venus]

no I don't but those are nice


It was time for a new pair.

[Chloe]

It was time for a new pair.

I like the way riding style boots look. They go great with a lot of things in my opinion.

[Venus]

I like the way riding style boots look. They go great with a lot of things in my opinion.


Exactly and I like lower heels.

I'm not a high heel girl.

[Chloe]

Exactly and I like lower heels.

I'm not a high heel girl.

oh definitely, neither am I

[Chris]

I like the way riding style boots look. They go great with a lot of things in my opinion.



Especially under straight leg jeans. lol. I suppose you wear the boots over tight jeans. I'm so fashion unconscious. :f_doh:

[KC]

I know very little about fashion. Just wear mostly black band tees and shorts/jeans in the summer, plaid shirts and button ups during the school year. Occasionally I like a hoodie too.

[Venus]

Especially under straight leg jeans. lol. I suppose you wear the boots over tight jeans. I'm so fashion unconscious. :f_doh:


I wear them with my skirts, leggings and jeans. The boots I got above, I would wear outside of my jeans. If I didn't want to show them I would get a low cut boot, which I think is easier to wear under your jeans.

[GrassrootsConservative]

I know very little about fashion. Just wear mostly black band tees and shorts/jeans in the summer, plaid shirts and button ups during the school year. Occasionally I like a hoodie too.

Same here, except for work obviously.

[KC]

Same here, except for work obviously.

Right. I have a couple different work uniforms for various jobs I do on campus and in the summer.

[GrassrootsConservative]

Right. I have a couple different work uniforms for various jobs I do on campus and in the summer.

My work uniform is my normal jeans but with a navy blue collared shirt that has a logo on the left pocket. Really plain.

/Edit: And speak of the devil it's time for me to go in. Later KC.

[Chris]

I used to have a boy scout uniform. Probably still do, as my mother kept things like that.

[Adelaide]

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So, I bought a jacket similar to this except it's a browny-grey kind of colour (and it's not Alexander McQueen lol). I like having a range of coats to wear because it really sucks when something is just so horribly 'off' about what you're wearing.

[Peter1469]

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So, I bought a jacket similar to this except it's a browny-grey kind of colour (and it's not Alexander McQueen lol). I like having a range of coats to wear because it really sucks when something is just so horribly 'off' about what you're wearing.

Dressing was so much easier when I was on active duty......

[Venus]

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So, I bought a jacket similar to this except it's a browny-grey kind of colour (and it's not Alexander McQueen lol). I like having a range of coats to wear because it really sucks when something is just so horribly 'off' about what you're wearing.

Pretty...

[Adelaide]

Chloe

Have you ever checked out Bluefly? They have some scarves that I think you'd like. I was trolling for shoes and happened to wonder into accessories lol

[Chloe]

@Chloe (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=565)

Have you ever checked out Bluefly? They have some scarves that I think you'd like. I was trolling for shoes and happened to wonder into accessories lol

sweet thank you!

[Chloe]

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I do like this one. I like another one on there too but apparently it's sold out.

[Chloe]

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I love everything about this, especially the bright yellows. I could do without the earrings though, I don't really like wearing them. I could do without the bag too.

[Peter1469]

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I love everything about this, especially the bright yellows. I could do without the earrings though, I don't really like wearing them.

Do you really need a different bag for every outfit?

[Chloe]

Do you really need a different bag for every outfit?

No not really. I actually don't have THAT many bags honestly. I usually just use like maybe 2 or 3 different ones on average, I have more but I don't go out of my way to have a ton of bags. I have a brown bag and a gray bag that I use most often. I don't really like carrying things anyway so I don't go nuts on bags usually.

[Chloe]

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[Chloe]

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super cute

[Chris]

Chloe, fashion can be political: How Iran’s Young Women Are Using Fashion To Influence Politics (http://www.buzzfeed.com/thewilsoncenter/how-irans-young-women-are-using-fashion-to-influe-bh9k).

[Chloe]

@Chloe (http://thepoliticalforums.com/member.php?u=565), fashion can be political: How Iran’s Young Women Are Using Fashion To Influence Politics (http://www.buzzfeed.com/thewilsoncenter/how-irans-young-women-are-using-fashion-to-influe-bh9k).

Thats pretty cool, the colors and patterns are pretty awesome. If you're going to be forced to wear something you may as well try to make it your own and stick it to the people in charge in your own little but yet still free way.

[Chloe]

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[Chloe]

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Loving this....i...must....have...

[Chloe]

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Amazing fall outfit if I do say so myself, especially the jacket

[jillian]

that is a great outfit! love that jacket.

[KC]

When I get a new outfit...


http://i.imgur.com/Ye8ZOfz.gif

[Chloe]

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I already have a shirt, jeans, and boots like that but it's nice to see it together. I have a different scarf that id wear and different earrings but it's a cute fall outfit. I wore that color pair of jeans just the other day actually.

[Chris]

Thought I'd try something different and bought a pair of camo cargo jeans...

http://i.snag.gy/IO4ZZ.jpg

$18.95 @ Walmart. :-P

[Chris]

Some fashion humor...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLZ8L6SZmaA

[Chloe]

Some fashion humor...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLZ8L6SZmaA

That was awesome

[Chloe]

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I could wear this everyday and be perfectly fine with it....at least until winter.

[Chloe]

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DIY lace bracelet

[Venus]

When I get a new outfit...


http://i.imgur.com/Ye8ZOfz.gif


x10 when you get a good deal as well.

[Mister D]

I walked into a Gap store for the first time a few weeks ago. Starbucks too.

[Venus]

I walked into a Gap store for the first time a few weeks ago. Starbucks too.

What did you buy? At the Gap not Starbucks...Starbucks sucks.

[Mister D]

A button down short sleeve shirt. Looks nice. I didn't realize how tight they make the sleeves these days but I'm pretty fit so it looks good.

[Venus]

A button down short sleeve shirt. Looks nice. I didn't realize how tight they make the sleeves these days but I'm pretty fit so it looks good.


I just got these jeans. Have them on today.

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[Mister D]

Shapely! :grin:

I could use some more jeans, actually. I'm kind of cheap when it comes to buying clothes. Not frugal. Just plain cheap.

[Venus]

Shapely! :grin:

I could use some more jeans, actually. I'm kind of cheap when it comes to buying clothes. Not frugal. Just plain cheap.


I'm frugal, I never pay retail. Which could be considered cheap as well, but honestly, nothing about me is cheap. :grin:


I got those jeans 40% off retail price.

[Mister D]

I'm frugal, I never pay retail. Which could be considered cheap as well, but honestly, nothing about me is cheap. :grin:


I got those jeans 40% off retail price.

I got that shirt I mentioned of the sales rack. The retail prices are ridiculous. :rollseyes:

[Venus]

I got that shirt I mentioned of the sales rack. The retail prices are ridiculous. :rollseyes:

Yes! And you know the store is still making money off of the sale price.

[Mister D]

Yes! And you know the store is still making money off of the sale price.

Right.

[Chloe]

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[Dr. Who]

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Me, I'd do it the other way around. Short sleeves and long pants. Cool sneaks.

[Venus]

Me, I'd do it the other way around. Short sleeves and long pants. Cool sneaks.


Converse All Star or otherwise known as Chuck's, after Charles Hollis "Chuck" Taylor basketball player and shoe salesman.

The most successful selling basketball shoe in history.