DC Suburbs Wardrobe

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Anonymous wrote:Just strongly disagreeing about the long gray hair. I know the aging hippie look very well, having grown up in California, and I don't think Gen X ladies need to copy it as we begin to confront grays. What should we do? First and foremost, we should color it when it becomes noticeable until we're actual grandmas.

I some photos recently of a silver trend among 20-somethings. It's striking for them when contrasted with their blooming pink cheeks, but doesn't have the same effect on fading ladies.

Yes, because those approaching 40 or 50 have one foot in the grave and could not possibly look good w/o the "blooming pink cheeks" of their youth.
Perhaps the bitchiest, most catty post ever read on here.

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I'm early 40s- to those naive younger ones who think they will never get there or be better at it- if you do have grays and fade- well- life happens- if it's that traumatizing now I cannot imagine you in your 40s (of course you'll dress better- preserve better etc.. ). It would be better to address your insecurities now - harder when it comes up. best of luck..

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Anonymous wrote:I'm early 40s- to those naive younger ones who think they will never get there or be better at it- if you do have grays and fade- well- life happens- if it's that traumatizing now I cannot imagine you in your 40s (of course you'll dress better- preserve better etc.. ). It would be better to address your insecurities now - harder when it comes up. best of luck..

Thank you. For the record, I'm 35 and the poster who wants to see more gray hair. I'm already well on my way to silver and have no intention of covering it.

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Anonymous wrote:I am a bit tired of the North Fleece puffer or fleece, yoga pants, long sleeve tshirt thing I see on everyone. While I admit that is comfortable, let's mix it up a bit! Also tired of TB flats (see previous thread) and Uggs unless you are running out for milk in the cold. What else are you sick of seeing on women here? What I would like to see more of:

Interesting tops
Great fitting jeans
A cool pair of boots (though admit many women are wearing some nice riding type boots with jeans or leggings tucked in, looks nice if they are slim)
A bit more European flair
A bit funkier (Anthropologie-ish) dresses with boots in different colors/textures

I also hate Coach bags. I like to see a nice, interesting bag perhaps in a somewhat off color (teal, burnt orange) that is a good bag, but not a logo bag.

What else do you like on women who are not dressing for the office every day? This is part complaint and part plea for some inspiration.

I would LOVE to wear all of that! Alas, I still have baby weight to lose, so I'm stuck with my yoga pants until then...

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Anonymous wrote:Where do I begin?

I would like to see sloppy and uninspired outfits go away. They include: sneakers worn outside of the gym, mom jeans (sits high, faded wash, narrow leg), clunky or non-descript shoes (a thread onto itself) and clothing that sits limp on the body. Let's also include pants that don't touch the tops of shoes, a single dainty chain around the neck and the Stepford mom blond bob. Please, no Banana Republic - it is totally uninspired clothing for those who wish to disappear. Talbot's and Lilly Pulitzer can go away, too.

I would like to see your personality in your clothing - something that says you are unique. Long, sleek graceful lines and clothing that flows where it is supposed to.....Clothing that sits on the body well - neat and tailored. Coordinated outfits instead of just 3 pieces you threw together. Stylish shoes that aren't just one dull, matte color and have some intestesting detail about them. Scarves and updated contemporary hairstyles that aren't too blond.

I love people like this--so, you'd love to see my personality in my clothing, unless that personality happens to be palm beach prep (LP), or unless I prefer muted colors? Get over yourself, seriously.

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Oooh, 16:21, having a bad day? You made a whole lot of angry assumptions and didn't bother to ask for clarification. I am the pp and said absolutely nothing about muted colors.

You also made assumptions about Palm Beach including the fact that they don't wear Lily Pulitzer down there. Only the tourists do. If you had asked, I would have said I dislike moms dressing like their little girls. There's a time when you need to grow up and get rid of the whimsical and cute. It is just wrong to wear the same clothing that your young daughters would wear.

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Worst. Thread. Ever.
Yuck

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Sorry. OP here. I apologize. I should not have started it. Not sure about worst thread ever, but clearly not very helpful or enlightened either. Mea Culpa.

[Anonymous]

Apology accepted. I'm with you in spirit, though I disagree completely with the "suburbs bad/city good" premise and with the tone of your original post. Fashion should be fun; the "pronouncements from on high" channelling of Meryl Streep in "Devil Wears Prada" just sucks the fun right out. Next time, try to be a cheerleader for innovation, creativity, individuality and playfulness. If you are classy enough to aplogize, you can pull off the encouraging, empowering thing. Now, ladies, let's go forth and have fun with color, texture, shape, and line -- on both sides of the DC/MD line and over the river, let a thousand fashionable flowers bloom!

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Anonymous wrote:Apology accepted. I'm with you in spirit, though I disagree completely with the "suburbs bad/city good" premise and with the tone of your original post. Fashion should be fun; the "pronouncements from on high" channelling of Meryl Streep in "Devil Wears Prada" just sucks the fun right out. Next time, try to be a cheerleader for innovation, creativity, individuality and playfulness. If you are classy enough to aplogize, you can pull off the encouraging, empowering thing. Now, ladies, let's go forth and have fun with color, texture, shape, and line -- on both sides of the DC/MD line and over the river, let a thousand fashionable flowers bloom!

OP Here. Totally agree. I live in the suburbs so was more an observation, not a the city is better statement. But again, totally agree with your post!

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Anonymous wrote:Single mom here-by the time I get my 2 kids and myself out the door for my 1 hour commute on 270--I'm just happy to be fully dressed. (I make a stop in the restroom on the way to my office to check.)

AMEN at this stage in my life I too am glad just to get everyones a$$es covered. I pledge to someday gain my fashionista status-- maybe when the kids start elementary school :-p

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Anonymous wrote:

I would like to see your personality in your clothing - something that says you are unique.

Is it possible to dress like a bitch? If so, where do you shop?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

I would like to see your personality in your clothing - something that says you are unique.

Is it possible to dress like a bitch? If so, where do you shop?

Sure. I wear a lot of black, tailored suits and high, spiked heels. But it's all in the attitude.

Armani works. Also Barneys, Theory, and some Anne Klein.

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Anonymous wrote:Single mom here-by the time I get my 2 kids and myself out the door for my 1 hour commute on 270--I'm just happy to be fully dressed. (I make a stop in the restroom on the way to my office to check.)

LOL. I have shown up to work in two-different colored socks.

When my son was a baby, I was driving to work and all the sudden thought "what on earth do I have on my feet?" Because I could tell they weren't my dress shoes but I couldn't see my feet. I hadnt' taken my "shoes I put on to take out the garbage" off. While they were ugly, at least they half matched my outfit.

My apologies for ruining the beauty of DC for everyone

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Post partum mom of three here. Just quit my job so we're tight on money too. I will, unfortunately, be an affront to everyone until I lose the baby weight, manage to get my brood from one place to another without crying, and stop having baby vomit be part of my outfit.

I used to be cute. Just can't manage it right now....and I'm not about to apologize to a bunch of bitches on DCUM about it.