What trends are you over?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m over this dumb DCUM trend of hateful threads where the whole purpose is to be nasty.

I agree, but whenever I come across these threads I think of a woman I used to know. She was the biggest amateur fashion and beauty critic I've ever met -- she frequently brought up fashion trends just to trash them or make fun of people for wearing them. I remember once being out with her and a couple friends and seeing a woman walking by in an outfit I really liked. I said "oooh, I love what that woman is wearing, do you think it would be weird to take a pic so I can google it all later?" I mostly said it as a joke (I didn't actually photograph this woman though I still remember her outfit) but I meant the compliment. Meanwhile, Ms. Fashion Critic immediately ripped into me, saying stuff like "I guess you could buy that outfit, if you wanted to look ridiculous," and then detailing everything she thought was wrong with it. It was such an over the top response. Most people, even if they didn't like the outfit, would just say... nothing. At most, a very opinionated person would say "huh, that's not my thing." But this woman went full Joan Rivers on it. It was very aggressive.

But here's the thing: she was terribly dressed. Like she never once wore an outfit I'd call flattering or fashionable. She frequently wore clothes that were at least a size too small, so her pants were always riding down and her shirts riding up. She'd pair mustard yellow with bright purple. Like I'm too live and let live to have ever actually commented on her clothes, but I can't imagine someone less qualified to be a fashion critic.

So that's who I think of when I see the comments on this website. I have no idea if it's lack of self awareness or insecurity, but I don't think the people angrily criticizing every trend and making fun of other women for wearing clothes they like and feel good in is always particularly chic or polished. Which is why I'd never take the criticism of weirdos on this site seriously. Many of them are probably at home wearing weirdly clashing, too tight clothes, thinking they know something we don't.

+1000
You have just described the most egregious offender on this forum, the self-appointed “fashion critic” who writes long screeds on the Trump women thread. She is absolutely always right (in her mind) about every fashion choice and she will grossly overreact to even the slightest thing she considers an infraction. And if anyone dares to disagree with her, watch out. She doesn’t accept dissent.

Officious, hateful, and pathetic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:
Those Lululemon Fanny packs

These are just super practical. I wear one when walking the dog, to hold treats, keys, phone, sunglasses. I don’t think it’s fashionable, just useful for keeping my hands free.

SO practical.

I also love Sambas and men in quarter-zips. Sue me!

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Same here!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The Adidas Sambas/Gazelles. Just absolutely screams sheep with no personality.

😂 Many of us have been wearing them for decades. We were the originals, so hardly “sheep”.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Midi length

Before they invented the term "midi", that was just a normal skirt length -- not short, not long. I don't feel like that is a "trend" that can go out. It's just a skirt.

+1

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Midi length

Before they invented the term "midi", that was just a normal skirt length -- not short, not long. I don't feel like that is a "trend" that can go out. It's just a skirt.

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It’s the most flattering length for me (and for many). Can be worn with boots, heels, flats, etc.

[Anonymous]

If I could choose one…super long nails

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m over this dumb DCUM trend of hateful threads where the whole purpose is to be nasty.

I agree, but whenever I come across these threads I think of a woman I used to know. She was the biggest amateur fashion and beauty critic I've ever met -- she frequently brought up fashion trends just to trash them or make fun of people for wearing them. I remember once being out with her and a couple friends and seeing a woman walking by in an outfit I really liked. I said "oooh, I love what that woman is wearing, do you think it would be weird to take a pic so I can google it all later?" I mostly said it as a joke (I didn't actually photograph this woman though I still remember her outfit) but I meant the compliment. Meanwhile, Ms. Fashion Critic immediately ripped into me, saying stuff like "I guess you could buy that outfit, if you wanted to look ridiculous," and then detailing everything she thought was wrong with it. It was such an over the top response. Most people, even if they didn't like the outfit, would just say... nothing. At most, a very opinionated person would say "huh, that's not my thing." But this woman went full Joan Rivers on it. It was very aggressive.

But here's the thing: she was terribly dressed. Like she never once wore an outfit I'd call flattering or fashionable. She frequently wore clothes that were at least a size too small, so her pants were always riding down and her shirts riding up. She'd pair mustard yellow with bright purple. Like I'm too live and let live to have ever actually commented on her clothes, but I can't imagine someone less qualified to be a fashion critic.

So that's who I think of when I see the comments on this website. I have no idea if it's lack of self awareness or insecurity, but I don't think the people angrily criticizing every trend and making fun of other women for wearing clothes they like and feel good in is always particularly chic or polished. Which is why I'd never take the criticism of weirdos on this site seriously. Many of them are probably at home wearing weirdly clashing, too tight clothes, thinking they know something we don't.

+1000
You have just described the most egregious offender on this forum, the self-appointed “fashion critic” who writes long screeds on the Trump women thread. She is absolutely always right (in her mind) about every fashion choice and she will grossly overreact to even the slightest thing she considers an infraction. And if anyone dares to disagree with her, watch out. She doesn’t accept dissent.

Officious, hateful, and pathetic.

I am often on that thread and I don’t know who you are talking about. It’s mostly a silly thread with the exception of Ushabot.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m over this dumb DCUM trend of hateful threads where the whole purpose is to be nasty.

I agree, but whenever I come across these threads I think of a woman I used to know. She was the biggest amateur fashion and beauty critic I've ever met -- she frequently brought up fashion trends just to trash them or make fun of people for wearing them. I remember once being out with her and a couple friends and seeing a woman walking by in an outfit I really liked. I said "oooh, I love what that woman is wearing, do you think it would be weird to take a pic so I can google it all later?" I mostly said it as a joke (I didn't actually photograph this woman though I still remember her outfit) but I meant the compliment. Meanwhile, Ms. Fashion Critic immediately ripped into me, saying stuff like "I guess you could buy that outfit, if you wanted to look ridiculous," and then detailing everything she thought was wrong with it. It was such an over the top response. Most people, even if they didn't like the outfit, would just say... nothing. At most, a very opinionated person would say "huh, that's not my thing." But this woman went full Joan Rivers on it. It was very aggressive.

But here's the thing: she was terribly dressed. Like she never once wore an outfit I'd call flattering or fashionable. She frequently wore clothes that were at least a size too small, so her pants were always riding down and her shirts riding up. She'd pair mustard yellow with bright purple. Like I'm too live and let live to have ever actually commented on her clothes, but I can't imagine someone less qualified to be a fashion critic.

So that's who I think of when I see the comments on this website. I have no idea if it's lack of self awareness or insecurity, but I don't think the people angrily criticizing every trend and making fun of other women for wearing clothes they like and feel good in is always particularly chic or polished. Which is why I'd never take the criticism of weirdos on this site seriously. Many of them are probably at home wearing weirdly clashing, too tight clothes, thinking they know something we don't.

+1000
You have just described the most egregious offender on this forum, the self-appointed “fashion critic” who writes long screeds on the Trump women thread. She is absolutely always right (in her mind) about every fashion choice and she will grossly overreact to even the slightest thing she considers an infraction. And if anyone dares to disagree with her, watch out. She doesn’t accept dissent.

Officious, hateful, and pathetic.

I am often on that thread and I don’t know who you are talking about. It’s mostly a silly thread with the exception of Ushabot.

Anyone who has visited that thread knows exactly who the PP is talking about.
DP

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Midi length

Before they invented the term "midi", that was just a normal skirt length -- not short, not long. I don't feel like that is a "trend" that can go out. It's just a skirt.

+1

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It’s the most flattering length for me (and for many). Can be worn with boots, heels, flats, etc.

It's probably not THE most flattering length for me but I do think it's the most versatile and easy to wear skirt. Long enough that you don't have to worry about how to sit in it but not so long that it gets in your way. Works for the office, works on the weekend. Just works.

I look best in mini skirts -- I have long legs and my thighs are a particularly good feature (don't be too jealous, for whatever reason I don't gain weight in my legs but do gain it in my stomach). But realistically, minis are a pain. I wear them this time of year with thick tights because it's the easiest way to wear them. But the rest of the year I only wear them very occasionally for like a special date night with my DH when I want to look really amazing. Generally they are not worth the extra effort that goes into walking and sitting in them.

[Anonymous]

Everything. I'm sticking to bikinis this year.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The Adidas Sambas/Gazelles. Just absolutely screams sheep with no personality.

😂 Many of us have been wearing them for decades. We were the originals, so hardly “sheep”.

Came here to say this. Most probably authentic on a genX person or older millennial.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Midi length

Before they invented the term "midi", that was just a normal skirt length -- not short, not long. I don't feel like that is a "trend" that can go out. It's just a skirt.

+1

My parents are immigrants and we used the word midi to describe a mid-length skirt - not short and not full length. It is trend because skirt suits and sheath dress usually fall above or just below the knee. It’s a trend for a fitted work dress to fall mid-calf. It’s terrible and I’d like to see more knee length options.

[Anonymous]

Interesting ... my mom was an immigrant, and she used the word "midi," too. Maybe it was a London 1960s thing?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am so over beige and all its iterations. I was looking at a shirt I liked, but it came in beige, mushroom, mauve, and sand. There must be some woman that looks good in those colors. They really make me look like I might actually be dead. Give me jewel tones!

I am THAT woman. Those are my colors!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The Adidas Sambas/Gazelles. Just absolutely screams sheep with no personality.

+ Uggs