Why do people get so riled up about tennnis clothes?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OMG! I didn't know wearing tennis clothes (even to play tennis) was a bad thing until I came to DCUM.
Some women here are just so envious, bitter and empty!

Yes, the women wearing tennis clothes out and about do seem that way.

So you really think it's not OK to wear tennis clothes to play (ahem) tennis?

[Anonymous]

Who are these riled-up people you're imagining? Are they knocking you over and shouting "Bourgeoise whore!"? Do they mutter, "Come the revolution" as they reach past you to grab a bunch of bananas?
I think people are less impressed by you than you think.

[Anonymous]

Imagining? Have you read any of the posts here?

[Anonymous]

PP with the tennis-wearing church lady: I've seen her plenty of Sundays. She does own clothes more appropriate for church. I just think it's odd that she can't take 5 minutes to change out of her tennis clothes for a church service where everyone is formally dressed. I go to the gym before church, and I take the time to shower and change, rather than wearing my gym clothes to an activity where gym clothes are not suitable. I'm sorry, but that just seems weird to me. I'm not saying she's a bad person who should be shunned, or that I'm better than her, or that I would dream of saying anything TO her. I'm saying that she clearly has a different idea of what's appropriate than I do. (I feel the same way about people wearing jeans to church. Unless you are so poor that jeans are your best outfit, it's just inappropriate at my church, though at some churches it would be perfectly acceptable. I feel that the same thing applies to fancy restaurants, some fine arts performances, etc.)

i was just using this as an example of the only time *I* get riled (not really) about tennis clothes.

lol, should have known that it's impossible to post on DCUM without someone having issues with a posting.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Isn't that kinda like me going to the grocery store in my top of the line mink coat?

Not even close. OP's tennis clothes are from Land's End.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Some clubs, like St Alban's, still require/request tennis whites.

Exactly, so when you hang out in your tennis whites you are advertising the fact that you belong to an exclusive club. That may not be your intention, but it is what it is.

Too many less than attractive physiques in short shorts or minidresses. Cellulite, muffin tops, spandex panties like cheerleaders under the skirts. Many dislike the anything goes 'cause I can afford to play tennis clothes for the same reason no one wants a bikini on them or a speedo. At least the hoodie/yoga pants look isn't bare skin.

The era of short basketball shorts. Now the legs are less fit and it's time to buy longer pants.

[Anonymous]

People, D.C. is full of those who are delusional! Just say no!