Second-thoughts on vintage wearing in public...

[Vanessa]

I think we need to send them the "No suits underwater" memo.

 

[Miss Neecerie]

I think we need to send them the "No suits underwater" memo.

Well obviously that was a special occaision.....all rules go out the door for formal occaisions like weddings....lol

 

[jitterbugdoll]

I guess I just find it rather odd that people are talking about suits as if they were white tuxedos....

Suits in the golden era were worn daily, in places that had stains and kids and all that messy stuff. They were meant to be worn.

Fine, if someone is uncomfortable. They should dress as they like.

But to claim that any one particular place is 'not the place for a suit or a hat' seems a bit silly unless one is talking about scuba diving or swimming.

This is exactly what I was thinking--people wore their suits everywhere because that is what you wore.

I do think you should dress how you like, and if people think you are 'too dressy', that's their problem, and not yours I am 'overdressed’ most of the time, and I honestly think that any negative reaction one might hear in response to being so dressy is because you usually are the most elegantly turned out person in the room. In other words, any complaints you might hear generally come from someone who is annoyed that you look better than he does

 

[Feraud]

I think we need to send them the "No suits underwater" memo.

I thought the memo was attached to the latest TPS report..:eusa_doh:

 

[Paisley]

Speaking of Water...

The last time I was at an amusement park, I got soaked on the water ride. Need I mention that the water was filthy?

 

[LizzieMaine]

In other words, any complaints you might hear generally come from someone who is annoyed that you look better than he does

Absolutely. It's a great big Sour Grapes reaction from the kind of people who think they're dressed up when they remember to wash their sweatpants. Nertz to that.

And for what it's worth, I think a guy in a nice seersucker or Palm Beach suit and a Panama hat would look wicked sharp in any kind of a summer outing.

 

[Wild Root]

I guess I just find it rather odd that people are talking about suits as if they were white tuxedos....

Suits in the golden era were worn daily, in places that had stains and kids and all that messy stuff. They were meant to be worn.

Fine, if someone is uncomfortable. They should dress as they like.

But to claim that any one particular place is 'not the place for a suit or a hat' seems a bit silly unless one is talking about scuba diving or swimming.

You’re right on there! Suits were worn most of a grown man’s life in the Golden Era… look at all the photos of people at the World’s fairs! They all were dressed in proper day clothes… now, Disneyland was built in 1955 there was some what of a more lax dress code there in the 50’s but, I’m sure it wouldn’t have been uncommon to see most men in suits or nice casual summer wear.

Those photos from Ray’s visit are just amazing! I mean, to me, they look very comfortable and happy! If you stay away from the water rides, you’d be ok! My self, I’d wear some high trousers and a nice gab shirt with a fedora… I would wear a suit if all the other guys I went with did so, it’s fun to be in a group of people who are defying the masses! But, say I was on a date, I’d keep it casual, something vintage naturally but, casual as to not cause too much attention because that would be unfair to my date and may make her feel uncomfortable.

There are clothes that are proper for all occasions, wear a suit in the evening, wear some nice casual clothes during the day… have fun and most of all… DON’T GIVE A CARE TO WHAT OTHERS THINK!

=WR=

Vanessa, that’s the funniest photo I’ve seen all day! Underwater wedding! Hhahahha! Classic!

 

[jitterbugdoll]

And for what it's worth, I think a guy in a nice seersucker or Palm Beach suit and a Panama hat would look wicked sharp in any kind of a summer outing.

And how!

 

[pablocham]

You could wear a suit

But, I don't think it is required:

 

[Veronica Parra]

I guess you can't wear a hat ... because Uncle Walt and Tricky Dick didn't.

 

[pablocham]

I feel so sorry for those poor Nixon girls. For the sake of balance here is one of Bobby with John Glenn:

 

[TommySalieri]

I can see that everyone's view on this matter is just as diverse as the community itself. Some would feel overdressed; others would not. After seeing the photos taken at Disney, I feel like I can do it without any problem. BUT! Unfortunately, Summer has arrived and as Matt pointed out, with Summer, one must depart from the heavier clothing. Unless you intend to cook yourself.

I'm still considering wearing a shirt and tie, though.

Oh, and Ms. Henline, you look absolutely stunning in those photos! One would wish that more women would dress like you as often as possible.

 

[boomerchop]

Hear, hear! (Or is it here, here???)

Oh, and Ms. Henline, you look absolutely stunning in those photos! One would wish that more women would dress like you as often as possible.

I will second that motion. She is lovely, is she not?

 

[Daisy Buchanan]

In my opinion, if you're uncomfortable wearing your vintage duds in public, then don't. But, it would be a crying shame if you let the snickers and sneers of a very under-dressed public dictate your daily attire. Hemingway Jones and I speak of this on a regular basis, for a majority of the time that we go out, we dress vintage, or vintage-like. It saddnes me that public attire has taken such a down turn. How does one refer to a young lady as a young lady when she is wearing 3 times too big pajama bottoms with the strand of a thong sticking out the back.
I, myself, have gotten mixed emotions from passers by when dressed in vintage. One day last week I went to the doctors dressed to the nines in vintage gear. I spent hours on my hair and make-up, and tried to be as precise as possible, right down to the under-garments. It was a success. All who I encountered either smiled or complimented. I got asked some questions, yet not one person was the least bit negative. On another note, last Sunday Tim and I went to a local mall. I, once again, was dressed vintage. I don't believe I received one smile. While walking around the mall I got many evil glares, from townies dressed like toddlers ready for gymboree. In The few stores I went into, I was ignored, not one sales girl asked me if I needed any help.
However, this is who I am. I love my vintage clothes, and I plan on wearing them often, and wearing them well. I'm not going to let the publics stupidity change the way I dress.
I hope that all of you here on the lounge take as many chances as you can get to dress vintage. It's graceful, and beautiful, and it is much classier than the styles that are out there today. It is sad that a girl in a wonderful day dress with perfectly placed hair and pristine make-up could be looked at so foolishly. Just look at the people who are doing the criticizing, do you really want to look like them? Not me, no way. Remember, we are emulating an era when ladies were ladies, and they acted that way.
I love dressing vintage, I think it's classy and sophisticated. That is the message that I want to put across through my clothing, which is the first thing that people notice when you first meet them. So, dress vintage, and do it often.
As for men in the heat. How did men get by when suits and ties were the only code of dress. I'm sure men adjusted to riding roller coasters in suits and hats.

 

[jake_fink]

pablocham,

That picture of Hank was soon going to be my avatar. You beat me to it. :eusa_clap

 

[Maj.Nick Danger]

In my opinion, if you're uncomfortable wearing your vintage duds in public, then don't. But, it would be a crying shame if you let the snickers and sneers of a very under-dressed public dictate your daily attire. Hemingway Jones and I speak of this on a regular basis, for a majority of the time that we go out, we dress vintage, or vintage-like. It saddnes me that public attire has taken such a down turn. How does one refer to a young lady as a young lady when she is wearing 3 times too big pajama bottoms with the strand of a thong sticking out the back.
I, myself, have gotten mixed emotions from passers by when dressed in vintage. One day last week I went to the doctors dressed to the nines in vintage gear. I spent hours on my hair and make-up, and tried to be as precise as possible, right down to the under-garments. It was a success. All who I encountered either smiled or complimented. I got asked some questions, yet not one person was the least bit negative. On another note, last Sunday Tim and I went to a local mall. I, once again, was dressed vintage. I don't believe I received one smile. While walking around the mall I got many evil glares, from townies dressed like toddlers ready for gymboree. In The few stores I went into, I was ignored, not one sales girl asked me if I needed any help.
However, this is who I am. I love my vintage clothes, and I plan on wearing them often, and wearing them well. I'm not going to let the publics stupidity change the way I dress.
I hope that all of you here on the lounge take as many chances as you can get to dress vintage. It's graceful, and beautiful, and it is much classier than the styles that are out there today. It is sad that a girl in a wonderful day dress with perfectly placed hair and pristine make-up could be looked at so foolishly. Just look at the people who are doing the criticizing, do you really want to look like them? Not me, no way. Remember, we are emulating an era when ladies were ladies, and they acted that way.
I love dressing vintage, I think it's classy and sophisticated. That is the message that I want to put across through my clothing, which is the first thing that people notice when you first meet them. So, dress vintage, and do it often.
As for men in the heat. How did men get by when suits and ties were the only code of dress. I'm sure men adjusted to riding roller coasters in suits and hats.

Well put Daisey! I would most certainly be astonished to see a great looking gal impeccably dressed, in vintage or otherwise in my mid-America neck,(redneck) of the woods! I wish gals like you were in the majority. Maybe some day things will return to the way they were and should be regarding our overall decorum.
Those who would deride another for attempting to recapture that class and style, are quite simply a lot of nitwits, (As my avatar would put it.) and most worthy of our derision! lol

I will be attending the wedding of my niece in 2 weeks. I intend to wear my black pinstripe suit, a pair of spectators that I recently purchased from none other than our own Mr. Marc Chevalier, and a hat which has yet to materialize. I have faith that I will aquire the perfect lid in my size just in time for the event.

 

[Benny Holiday]

As for men in the heat. How did men get by when suits and ties were the only code of dress. I'm sure men adjusted to riding roller coasters in suits and hats.

I'm with you 100% there Daisy, you said it all. As for how men got by in the heat - well, they were just tough, I guess. My Mother has a photo of her at the Royal Easter Show in 1946with her father; he's wearing a three-piece heavy wool suit and fedora. Seeing as I own two Australian suits from that vintage, and I know how thick and hot the wool is, I don't know how he coped! It still gets
quite hot here in April.

Also, in those days few Aussie households had showers. People would bathe once a week in a tub of water the whole family shared, and on weeknights would only have a 'wash' (face, arms and underarms) before retiring to bed. Mum told me her dad was a labourer on the wharves, yet he never smelled sweaty or malodorous. Without deodorant, how did they pull that one off? [huh]

 

[SWTroopers]

I will be attending the wedding of my niece in 2 weeks. I intend to wear my black pinstripe suit, a pair of spectators that I recently purchased from none other than our own Mr. Marc Chevalier, and a hat which has yet to materialize. I have faith that I will aquire the perfect lid in my size just in time for the event.

fftopic:
That get-up should get you plenty of positive attention. Not to discourage you from dressing up in the least, but don't be surprised if your in the minority. I went to my brothers wedding rehearsal dinner with my Dad and we both showed up in suits thinking that most folks would dress up. Boy were we off! This was in Seattle at the height of grunge and we looked like the FBI in that crowd. What a hoot that was. Even the older adults were dressed way down, and geez what the young adults were wearing.

I just don't get it. In that situation dressing well is a sign of respect for the family, the union and the church, regardless of how you really feel about the any of the three!

 

[Maj.Nick Danger]

I ain't worried about it.

fftopic:
That get-up should get you plenty of positive attention. Not to discourage you from dressing up in the least, but don't be surprised if your in the minority. I went to my brothers wedding rehearsal dinner with my Dad and we both showed up in suits thinking that most folks would dress up. Boy were we off! This was in Seattle at the height of grunge and we looked like the FBI in that crowd. What a hoot that was. Even the older adults were dressed way down, and geez what the young adults were wearing.

I just don't get it. In that situation dressing well is a sign of respect for the family, the union and the church, regardless of how you really feel about the any of the three!

It's a family affair and will include tuxedos and other such finery. (At least from MY side.)
Black is maybe not so summery? But I don't care. It is just a sharp looking Hart, Shafner, and Marx suit that I wear a lot. Goes with anything and everything.
I will also of course wear French cuffs with a swinging tie and matched vintage cuff links and tie bar.

I know what ya mean though. I've seen people dress like complete slobs at funerals!!! :rage:
Totally unacceptable!

 

[Rosie]

fftopic:
I went to my brothers wedding rehearsal dinner with my Dad and we both showed up in suits thinking that most folks would dress up. Boy were we off! This was in Seattle at the height of grunge and we looked like the FBI in that crowd. What a hoot that was. Even the older adults were dressed way down, and geez what the young adults were wearing.

I just don't get it. In that situation dressing well is a sign of respect for the family, the union and the church, regardless of how you really feel about the any of the three!

Last summer I, and the guy I was dating at the time, went to a friend's wedding. I was dressed in an appropriate, dressy day dress, gloves, shawl and while he was not wearing a vintage suit, he was wearing a rather smart three piece, french cuff shirt, cufflinks, tie bar, etc. You would think people would dress well for a wedding. Most of the women present looked as though they were going to a raunchy club, there were body parts only one's most "intimate friend" should see and most of the men were wearing the most casual of slack and someone even had on a pair of jeans and boots ! At a wedding!

So like everyone is saying, if these are the type of people that are making with the evil glares at you while you are properly attired, forget 'em.