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11-17-2011, 03:58 PM
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If sweatpants/sweatshirts are clean, why are they slovenly? Not everyone's taste, perhaps, but as long as one is clean and groomed, does it really matter?
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11-17-2011, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by TabulaRasa
If sweatpants/sweatshirts are clean, why are they slovenly? Not everyone's taste, perhaps, but as long as one is clean and groomed, does it really matter?
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Well if they are dirty that is just deplorable. Thats is defcon 4 slobbing or extreme poverty (which is just sad to see).
Its slovenly because it is a careless, too casual look. Ya know...the definition and all that. There are plenty of real clothing options that are just as comfy that don't look sloppy. |
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11-17-2011, 08:33 PM
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I recently bought a pair of Walmart brand jeans just to garden in and they are so dang comfortable I'm half tempted to wear them to church. Plus my DH told me they made my *** looked great so I may buy a half dozen pair.
I totally understand where you're coming from as far as the sweats and comfy go. Thankfully, I don't share your opinion about 99% of the population. Which tells me you just want to tick people off with your wardrobe choice.
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11-18-2011, 09:21 AM
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It's weird to me that sweats would tick anybody off, unless worn to a formal/otherwise dress-up event specifically to be rude. Since it sounds like the OP is a student, I'm really doubting it matters.
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11-18-2011, 09:54 AM
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Its slovenly because it is a careless, too casual look. Ya know...the definition and all that. There are plenty of real clothing options that are just as comfy that don't look sloppy.
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Right. You're getting dressed, so it doesn't really take any more effort to pull on a pair of jeans, a tank top and a cardigan that looks more pulled together than it does an oversized t-shirt and sweatpants.
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11-18-2011, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by DewDropInn
I recently bought a pair of Walmart brand jeans just to garden in and they are so dang comfortable I'm half tempted to wear them to church. Plus my DH told me they made my *** looked great so I may buy a half dozen pair.
I totally understand where you're coming from as far as the sweats and comfy go. Thankfully, I don't share your opinion about 99% of the population. Which tells me you just want to tick people off with your wardrobe choice.
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11-18-2011, 10:36 AM
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I have several pairs of sweat pants - all grey, straight leg, no cuff, side seam pockets. They are clean and well-fitting. In the cool weather, in and out of the car or doing some yard work, they are comfortable. They are neither dirty, holey or slovenly.
Yes, I do dress for the occasion. Church? dress, skirt, hose, no flip-flops! Party? Really dressy, hose and heels.
But I see nothing wrong with any well-fitting clean garment.
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11-18-2011, 12:01 PM
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Julia - They're White Stag (is that a Walmart brand?) with an elastic waist band. Cotton, poly and spandex. I think I paid all of $14 since I intended to ruin them doing yard work and outside chores.
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11-18-2011, 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by TabulaRasa
It's weird to me that sweats would tick anybody off, unless worn to a formal/otherwise dress-up event specifically to be rude. Since it sounds like the OP is a student, I'm really doubting it matters.
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Doesn't tick me off. It just looks slobby. I think student years are a good time to start practicing your wardrobe for your profession. I don't see though how being a student would make it not matter. I worked in an area with a lot of students and you would see the girls coming in like that always looking like they had a hangover. You never know either what connections you could make at that age that would possibly be beneficial for your future. No one is going to spend time making small talk that could turn into a connection with someone who looks like a mess. It screams: "leave me alone. Im am putting out minimal effort." You get taken less seriously when you are dressed too far down vs. something a little more put together. |
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11-18-2011, 01:21 PM
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Doesn't tick me off. It just looks slobby. I think student years are a good time to start practicing your wardrobe for your profession. I don't see though how being a student would make it not matter. I worked in an area with a lot of students and you would see the girls coming in like that always looking like they had a hangover. You never know either what connections you could make at that age that would possibly be beneficial for your future. No one is going to spend time making small talk that could turn into a connection with someone who looks like a mess. It screams: "leave me alone. Im am putting out minimal effort." You get taken less seriously when you are dressed too far down vs. something a little more put together.
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I agree 100%. No one is asking you to put on a ball gown or coat and tails to go to class, but wearing something tailored takes no more effort than putting on sweats yet it sends out an entirely different message.
Save the sweats for lounging at home and put on some pants that don't have an elastic waist/draw string when you're going out. |
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