Shorts, Black Knee Socks and Oxfords

[Clay Fink]

OK. I know that beheading innocent contractors is a very bad thing, as is invading a country under false pretenses, but why do men over a certain age insist on wearing the above mentioned combination. This has gone on so long, that I do not think that it is fashon thing. I suspect a mutant, Y-linked gene that gets activated after teh age of 55.

I find this very disturbing.

[Ron Thorne]

And, invariably ... bony knees.

[claude]

and a beer gut (that makes them look pregnant) with no ass.

[tippy]

I think it's cute. People should dress in what makes them feel comfortable.

[claude]

It could be worse, you could have these same guys in speedos if you were in Quebec.

[tippy]

Originally Posted by claude

It could be worse, you could have these same guys in speedos if you were in Quebec.

ROFL. Yikes, I take back what I said. One *should* draw the line.

[Jazzzoline]

Originally Posted by claude

It could be worse, you could have these same guys in speedos if you were in Quebec.

hmm...
my neighbor... mowing the lawn

[Enforcer]

Originally Posted by tippy

I think it's cute. People should dress in what makes them feel comfortable.

So true, tippy. For example, if you feel comfortable in thigh highs, stiletto heels and a garter, I would never, ever try to discourage you from wearing them.

A believer in positive reinforcement and encouraging self expression,
Larry

[tippy]

Originally Posted by Larry Nagel

So true, tippy. For example, if you feel comfortable in thigh highs, stiletto heels and a garter, I would never, ever try to discourage you from wearing them.

A believer in positive reinforcement and encouraging self expression,
Larry

That's right. It's steamy hot. If I like the way the tassles pasted to my nips create a breeze as I type...who is Banjo Boy to judge?

[Enforcer]

Originally Posted by tippy

That's right. It's steamy hot. If I like the way the tassles pasted to my nips create a breeze as I type...who is Banjo Boy to judge?

I am *so* adding you to my buddy list.

Selecting friends using a rigorous criteria,
Larry

[HenryMc]

Actually ..just turned 47 and noticed that I am developing a taste for wash and wear. No more pure cotton shirts that require tender care. No, the time has come for comfy waists and drip dry.

What I find funny is 55 year olds still trying to look 20

[Enforcer]

I hear what you're saying, Henry. At some point, I'm not going to care how I look anymore. That will be a liberating experience, I think. Not to mention and economical one. Just think, instead of shopping for socks and shirts and shorts that match, you can just buy all black knee socks and a few boxes of oxfords. Bingo, you just pretend it all goes together and you have no decision making to worry about when you get dressed. No more, "Hmm. No clean white ankle socks. I'll have to wear sandals instead of tennis shoes." Instead, just put on what you've got and walk out the door.

It's a few years off for me. My vanity as it stands right now is staggering. But I'll get there, eventually.

Larry

[Ron Thorne]

And don't get me started with those guys who are certain that they've worn the same waist size since high school. Yeah, and those 32" waistlines are now tightly creasing the pubic region.

[Dr Dave]

White blues guitarists wear cowboy boots. I distinguish myself by wearing wingtips. I'm so cool I can't stand myself.

[patricia]

Originally Posted by Ron Thorne

And don't get me started with those guys who are certain that they've worn the same waist size since high school. Yeah, and those 32" waistlines are now tightly creasing the pubic region.

I'm laughing Ron. I still work, occasionally, as a wardrobe consultant and help guys choose business clothes. Part of the service is that I go to his house, cull out the polyester shirts from the '70's etc and build his wardrobe, from the shoes up. The scenario you described is absolutely accurate, as well as explaining the ill-concealed, watermelon-sized bay window as "my chest is a little bigger since I was in high-school" Oh. Really??
It takes more than a little tact to get that man into clothes that actually fit.

Obviously you people haven't spent a lot of time in Florida.

Once you reach 50, it's a mandatory uniform.

Oh, and the shirt is optional.




And you folks thought you knew what scary really was.