Hi there …
I don’t know about you but I always try to wear age and size appropriate clothing. But some people don’t seem to understand that concept.
When I’m out and about I enjoy sitting and observing people. Some of the fashion crimes I see are astonishing. Some are a stones throw from my group of friends and others are complete strangers.
There’s a young lady I see from time to time with a somewhat robust body shape. She clearly wears clothing too small. The styles are age appropriate and fashionable but the sizing is sad. I feel awkward for her. She’s seems to be a lovely girl with a very friendly personality. I want to broach the topic but don’t know how. I want to offer guidance but it’s not my place and probably wouldn’t be appreciated. I want to approach her mother and berate her for not guiding her child but maybe she is and the girl doesn’t listen. So many scenarios could be playing out so I keep my silence.
Another unfortunate foray into the fashion world is the guy wearing beer company swag. Seriously dude do you really think that tshirt is fashion acceptable. It’s promoting a brand of beer, is way too large for you and you look a bit ridiculous at your age wearing it. Not my place to criticize but really?
And don’t get me going on the woman I recently saw about 50 or so wearing fashion that’s appropriate for a younger adult. She was wearing the same style jeans as her 20 something companion. They looked fabulous on the companion. On her I felt they looked awkward and aged her. Quite frankly, she looked silly.
And how about the guy wearing his baseball cap with the bill facing backwards who is not on a baseball field playing catcher position or isn’t doing something where the bill will obstruct his vision. Those are the only reasons in my opinion that require the baseball cap to be worn that way. Honestly, if you’re a male over 25 and wear your cap like that for no good reason I personally think you look foolish.
Why do people do that? Wear clothing that’s clearly not meant for them. I get that clothing is an expression of oneself, but wearing garments not age appropriate or sized correctly or worn as intended is like putting up a red flag. Maybe it’s an attention getter. Maybe they don’t know better. I don’t know the answer. If I did I’d make a helluva living at advising people. My opinion of course.
Until the next time.