@Gothish520 said:

Hmm, I can deal with gym attire to a certain extent - it's the obvious pajama pants, and the bedroom slippers, that really tweak me. It just seems so sloppy and lazy, like really, you couldn't throw on a pair of jeans and/or sneakers? I've never been a fan of sweatpants worn out and about, but if I had to choose between the two, I guess they are marginally better than Spongebob flannel pjs. I just can't/won't get on board.

And I will never be ok with these women wearing skin-tight "leggings" as legitimate bottoms. Once they reach a certain thinness in material, they are no longer leggings, they are tights, and they are designed to be worn under something long that hides your butt. It's so sloppy and tacky. I've seen women wearing ones that are so thin you can see their underwear right through - I suppose I should be grateful that they are actually wearing underwear! Not cute ladies.

One day I was sitting on a bench in our local mall, people-watching. The parade of awful fashion choices was so tacky and gross that a person wearing a plain sweatshirt, regular blue jeans and sneakers was a sight for sore eyes.

I love leggings (the non-see-through type ), but I always wear either a tunic top or dress with them that covers "the goods".

@Gothish520 said:

@ArcticFox12 said:

@Gothish520 said:

@Lemons said:

@Knixon said:

I probably wouldn't call that "sweet" then, just "polite" or "straightforward." Bernadette is "sweet" while spreading rumors that co-workers are pregnant etc.

I can go along with substituting "polite" for "sweet", but not "straightforward". To me, straightforwardness involves being truthful/direct/real, and the phrase "A straightforward person who you know is fake" doesn't work.

But yes, I'm all for people being polite.

For example: Kernixon, would you please pass the Grey Poupon?" (pinky up)

I think the problem is, some like to claim they are "honest" , "straightforward" or "no-nonsense" when what they really are is "rude", "obnoxious" or "a douchebag/bytch/arsehole".

I'm a pretty straightforward person, and I swear like a sailor. But I'm also very diplomatic, I can usually see both sides of an argument, and I try to treat people in a pleasant and kind manner. That does not, in my opinion, make me dishonest or fake - it makes me a decent human being. And I think decency is something that should make a comeback.

I also think sideburns, fedoras, and hosiery should make a comeback. And I think wearing flannel pj pants and slippers out in public should go away, as well as wearing tights as pants with short tops, wearing flip-flops anywhere but the beach/pool/boardwalk, letting your children cry/scream/run amok unchecked in public, and allowing pets and children in bars/wineries/breweries.

Old lady rant over

Well said, Mrs. Gothish. I'm pretty much in agreement with everything you said . I have a deep disdain for people who try to justify rudeness because they're supposedly "straightforward" or "blunt". There's a time and place to be that way, when you're an employer or a parent etc, not just to be a jerk to anyone you interact with under the guise of "bluntness".

Part of human decency is knowing when to hold your tongue.

Also what are your thoughts on people wearing gym attire as regular clothes ? That seems to be the trend in recent years and I never understood it.

Hmm, I can deal with gym attire to a certain extent - it's the obvious pajama pants, and the bedroom slippers, that really tweak me. It just seems so sloppy and lazy, like really, you couldn't throw on a pair of jeans and/or sneakers? I've never been a fan of sweatpants worn out and about, but if I had to choose between the two, I guess they are marginally better than Spongebob flannel pjs. I just can't/won't get on board.

And I will never be ok with these women wearing skin-tight "leggings" as legitimate bottoms. Once they reach a certain thinness in material, they are no longer leggings, they are tights, and they are designed to be worn under something long that hides your butt. It's so sloppy and tacky. I've seen women wearing ones that are so thin you can see their underwear right through - I suppose I should be grateful that they are actually wearing underwear! Not cute ladies.

One day I was sitting on a bench in our local mall, people-watching. The parade of awful fashion choices was so tacky and gross that a person wearing a plain sweatshirt, regular blue jeans and sneakers was a sight for sore eyes.

I think lot of women wear them because it's comfortable, and then there's another group that wear them for attention.

I have some ,but NEVER would I wear them pants unless I'm going for a run.

@CalabrianQueen said:

@Gothish520 said:

@ArcticFox12 said:

@Gothish520 said:

@Lemons said:

@Knixon said:

I probably wouldn't call that "sweet" then, just "polite" or "straightforward." Bernadette is "sweet" while spreading rumors that co-workers are pregnant etc.

I can go along with substituting "polite" for "sweet", but not "straightforward". To me, straightforwardness involves being truthful/direct/real, and the phrase "A straightforward person who you know is fake" doesn't work.

But yes, I'm all for people being polite.

For example: Kernixon, would you please pass the Grey Poupon?" (pinky up)

I think the problem is, some like to claim they are "honest" , "straightforward" or "no-nonsense" when what they really are is "rude", "obnoxious" or "a douchebag/bytch/arsehole".

I'm a pretty straightforward person, and I swear like a sailor. But I'm also very diplomatic, I can usually see both sides of an argument, and I try to treat people in a pleasant and kind manner. That does not, in my opinion, make me dishonest or fake - it makes me a decent human being. And I think decency is something that should make a comeback.

I also think sideburns, fedoras, and hosiery should make a comeback. And I think wearing flannel pj pants and slippers out in public should go away, as well as wearing tights as pants with short tops, wearing flip-flops anywhere but the beach/pool/boardwalk, letting your children cry/scream/run amok unchecked in public, and allowing pets and children in bars/wineries/breweries.

Old lady rant over

Well said, Mrs. Gothish. I'm pretty much in agreement with everything you said . I have a deep disdain for people who try to justify rudeness because they're supposedly "straightforward" or "blunt". There's a time and place to be that way, when you're an employer or a parent etc, not just to be a jerk to anyone you interact with under the guise of "bluntness".

Part of human decency is knowing when to hold your tongue.

Also what are your thoughts on people wearing gym attire as regular clothes ? That seems to be the trend in recent years and I never understood it.

Hmm, I can deal with gym attire to a certain extent - it's the obvious pajama pants, and the bedroom slippers, that really tweak me. It just seems so sloppy and lazy, like really, you couldn't throw on a pair of jeans and/or sneakers? I've never been a fan of sweatpants worn out and about, but if I had to choose between the two, I guess they are marginally better than Spongebob flannel pjs. I just can't/won't get on board.

And I will never be ok with these women wearing skin-tight "leggings" as legitimate bottoms. Once they reach a certain thinness in material, they are no longer leggings, they are tights, and they are designed to be worn under something long that hides your butt. It's so sloppy and tacky. I've seen women wearing ones that are so thin you can see their underwear right through - I suppose I should be grateful that they are actually wearing underwear! Not cute ladies.

One day I was sitting on a bench in our local mall, people-watching. The parade of awful fashion choices was so tacky and gross that a person wearing a plain sweatshirt, regular blue jeans and sneakers was a sight for sore eyes.

I think lot of women wear them because it's comfortable, and then there's another group that wear them for attention.

I have some ,but NEVER would I wear them pants unless I'm going for a run.

Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my yoga pants, and will occasionally dash to the local Target or grocery store wearing them. Like I said, I'm not a fan of sweatpants and have never owned a pair - I was always a jeans girl, and still am. But when I discovered yoga pants, it was a revelation - so comfortable, and a good pair can be dressed up a bit, or at least made to look presentable out in public, lol. But I mostly wear them lounging around the house.

Leggings look great with a long shirt or short dress. They are very cute and comfortable. I've just seen too many women wearing ugly/thin/bad quality ones with short tops. And of course, hate to say it, but there are certain women (and I'm one of them) who have no business wearing skin-tight clothes to begin with.