Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I feel like I live with my head in a bubble. I went to Millie's once and didn't even realize or notice any of this. I was probably dressed in Old Navy because that is like 80% of my wardrobe. The only thing I remember about it was that it was too expensive for what it was so we never went back. But there is like a whole social dynamic happening I am oblivious to I guess.

I am you, PP. I have been to Millie's many times, because I like their strong cocktails and in the gastronomic desert that is AU Park and Spring Valley, I like their food. I live in the neighborhood and I can walk to Millie's.
I have never noticed these MILFies. I wouldn't recognize a Goyard bag or $500 sneakers. I think I will skip Millie's from now on. I don't think I want to patronize such a place.

This is really the issue. In the walkable areas - Spring Valley, AU Park, and the Westbrook ES area of Bethesda (which, while not as pricey as Spring Valley, is comparable to AU Park) - there are few options. Other than DeCarlo's (populated exclusively by blue-hairs), Back Alley BBQ (which, while excellent, is take-out only), and the even more overpriced than Millie's Pizzeria Paradiso, there aren't any other options. Millie's is fine, but it's lack of other destinations that really drives the train. And when the median HHI in the surrounding area is likely $300,000+, it's not terribly surprising there are a non-trivial number of good-looking people wearing expensive clothes at the restaurant.

Anonymous wrote:I think the MILFies name is hysterical, and I am there a few times a month. I'd like to think someone thinks I am a MILFie . I live in Spring Valley and we go because the vibe is fun and we always see people we know. There's something wonderful about a neighborhood spot. My kids can walk there alone to get ice cream. My husband and I can leave the kids home and walk down for a date night drink. Somehow this article implies that is seen as a bad thing. The writer sounds both jealous and, like, insecure, you know? Her writing is juvenile and so is her attitude. If you really think people are paying that much attention to you, get over yourself.

I would encourage you to look at these two sentiments, and then google the definition of irony:

"The writer sounds both jealous and, like, insecure, you know?"

"Her writing is juvenile"

That article is very stupid. And I’m no MILF, so I don’t have a dog in this fight.

I live under a rock. I had no idea what Golden Goose sneakers are until I looked them up. $500 for a beat up looking pair of sneakers with a star on them? What am I missing??

Hmmm. I live in the neighborhood and frequent Millie's on a weekly basis.

So sorry ladies, but the gleefulness about the "MILFies" moniker is kind of gross and also SO not true. This is a normal/mediocre place with normal/mediocre looking women and men. I've never seen anyone there that is truly stunning and I have been there many, many times.

Normal looking families and children frequent the place and yes, everyone does know everyone so that is kind of fun! Also nice to let the kids walk to get ice cream and walk to pick up dinner as the neighborhood sorely lacked anything great for a while.

The author's tone was juvenile as were the quotes from 40 somethings who overused the word "like" a la an 80's Valley Girl wanna be.

Golden Goose sneakers are ugly as are Goyard bags. Also, cross body bags are a definite no no!

Huge fail on all accounts.

Anonymous wrote:The writer sounds really petty and judgmental herself.

^^Totally.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I feel like I live with my head in a bubble. I went to Millie's once and didn't even realize or notice any of this. I was probably dressed in Old Navy because that is like 80% of my wardrobe. The only thing I remember about it was that it was too expensive for what it was so we never went back. But there is like a whole social dynamic happening I am oblivious to I guess.

I wear luxury brands and try to look stylish. Hair blown out and I’m thin.

I’ve never once thought about the patrons of Millie’s and thought that there is a scene. Nor do I care.

I’ve assumed most people are there because there is a bar and there is no where else to go in the area.

Well aren’t you special Ms. Luxury Brand Blowout Thin Lady!

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I feel like I live with my head in a bubble. I went to Millie's once and didn't even realize or notice any of this. I was probably dressed in Old Navy because that is like 80% of my wardrobe. The only thing I remember about it was that it was too expensive for what it was so we never went back. But there is like a whole social dynamic happening I am oblivious to I guess.

I wear luxury brands and try to look stylish. Hair blown out and I’m thin.

I’ve never once thought about the patrons of Millie’s and thought that there is a scene. Nor do I care.

I’ve assumed most people are there because there is a bar and there is no where else to go in the area.

I have never heard of this place. I looked up photos taken at Millie's on Instagram and see an unusually high number of attractive people many of whom are also blonde and wear more makeup than I do.

I also see that the food and drinks look tasty so I'd give it a shot.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I feel like I live with my head in a bubble. I went to Millie's once and didn't even realize or notice any of this. I was probably dressed in Old Navy because that is like 80% of my wardrobe. The only thing I remember about it was that it was too expensive for what it was so we never went back. But there is like a whole social dynamic happening I am oblivious to I guess.

I am you, PP. I have been to Millie's many times, because I like their strong cocktails and in the gastronomic desert that is AU Park and Spring Valley, I like their food. I live in the neighborhood and I can walk to Millie's.
I have never noticed these MILFies. I wouldn't recognize a Goyard bag or $500 sneakers. I think I will skip Millie's from now on. I don't think I want to patronize such a place.

Oh grow up. Sometimes a restaurant is just a restaurant. This one happens to attract people in the neighborhood. If you live in the neighborhood and can walk there you are already living the life and fraternizing with those people whether you go to Millie's or not. These are the same people who are in Turtle Park and other local places. So you might as well go to Millie's and enjoy the food and drink.

The neighbors I’m friends with are very down to earth and not this obnoxious.

No 41 year old woman should talk like this:

“[Depending on] where they’re coming from or what time of day, they’re going to be in like, their Lululemon uniform or they’re going to be in their more dressed-up way,” says a 41-year-old woman who lives in Georgetown and goes to Millie’s at least once a month.

“They’ll have like, their Golden Goose sneakers on or their little fringed-bottom jeans and a T-shirt and like, you know, a crossbody Hermès Evelyne bag or something. That’s like the uniform.”

She pauses. “It’s so casual, but even when you’re dressed like you’re not trying, you’re still trying, you know what I mean? Like, you know you’re wearing sneakers, but they’re $500 sneakers, you know?”

I heard from a regular that there’s a big swingers scene there

Well, confirmation that I am in fact a MILF. Fabulous.

Well, for me, it puts into context why a friend wanted to go there when it was way out of our way. We went to our neighborhood "Cheers" instead.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I feel like I live with my head in a bubble. I went to Millie's once and didn't even realize or notice any of this. I was probably dressed in Old Navy because that is like 80% of my wardrobe. The only thing I remember about it was that it was too expensive for what it was so we never went back. But there is like a whole social dynamic happening I am oblivious to I guess.

You probably aren’t as insecure as the author clearly is. Insecure people tend to make monsters out of people who aren’t like them, especially when those people are wealthy.

x10000000

Nailed it!