What are you wearing today??

[ThesFlishThngs]

Had a lovely day out in Tulsa, but with a few strange encounters. Nothing I'm wearing is vintage, nor out of the ordinary (well, they're stockings on my legs, not tights, but no one would know that as I wasn't flashing my garters to the general public.) The skirt is a brand new birthday gift, from Target, in fact.
So, at Banana Republic, a salesgirl asked if I was dressed up for a specific reason. I said no, and didn't feel like going into a spiel about just wearing my clothes, leave me alone.
At the vintage show, a woman came up to us, and I think she actually addressed my husband rather than me, saying something about how most people couldn't 'get away' with what I'm wearing, but I could, and wasn't it lovely, or something like that. I know she meant well, and I accepted her compliment graciously, with a smile, but the idea that I was 'getting away' with something, rather like committing a crime that most people would face a penalty for!?.....
The snarky voice in my head wanted to say something about how many, many people dress in ways they shouldn't be allowed to get away with at all, but I repressed it.
What kind of world do we live in, in which a woman wears a blouse and a skirt, & draws such comments from strangers?
A couple other people made similar remarks before we found our way out of Tulsa.

 

[Tomasso]

You look perfect.

The world is chock full of people saying silly things......

 

[ThesFlishThngs]

You're a doll, Tomasso, and yes - it's just water off the back.

 

[crazydaisy]

People are absolutely bizarre...I got the "like your costume" comment the other day when wearing high waist wide trousers with a cropped puff sleeve cardi with ties at the front. All modern too! God knows what they are thinking when I am wearing something more interesting than that or truly vintage. But I have a look in my eyes that, when summoned, will make people's words die on their lips...lol

 

[analiebe]

indeed people ARE bizarre... its best to not try and understand their reactions, they're unfathomable... besides you look great in your outfit lady

 

[thunderw21]

Been in the 70s this weekend so I had to bust out the linen and gabardine one last time for the year.

 

[Bugsy]

Been in the 70s this weekend so I had to bust out the linen and gabardine one last time for the year.

Ever the fashion plate!!:eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[McFarlaneNYC]

This Weekend I was working as a stage hand, so I dressed down.

 

[Bugsy]

This Weekend I was working as a stage hand, so I dressed down.

Do you often work in the theatre?

 

[McFarlaneNYC]

Do you often work in the theatre?

I have worked with the New Generation Theatre Ensemble in the past and usually volunteer my time and antique collection for the Fall and Spring Seasons of my Schools Drama Department.

 

[Bugsy]

I have worked with the New Generation Theatre Ensemble in the past and usually volunteer my time and antique collection for the Fall and Spring Seasons of my Schools Drama Department.

Very interesting. I have my degree in theatre specializing in directing. We should chat more.

 

[AlanC]

 

[volatile]

Nice bag, Alan... where's it from?

 

[AlanC]

^Thanks. It's a Filson.

 

[Chasseur]

Not today, but a few days ago.

Trying on trousers for a new bespoke suit, to get the complete look I took one of my vintage 1940s ties, and my new bespoke spectators!

 

[chanteuseCarey]

Looking sharp Chasseur!!

Not today, but a few days ago.

Trying on trousers for a new bespoke suit, to get the complete look I took one of my vintage 1940s ties, and my new bespoke spectators!

 

[LaMedicine]

Not daily clothes but

My U. Med School 35th anniversary reunion was last Saturday.
Three of the ten women in our class showed up in kimonos, so here I am, before heading out.

Hand drawn sumi-e, ink and wash painting landscape motif kimono with a boat moored by the river motif Nishjin-ori brocade obi.
Kimono and obi coordination is often chosen to present a theme. In this case, the common theme is the river, the landscape being mountain cliffs and river, with the riverside boat.
Right sleeve--front.

Left sleeve--back.

Right back to side panel.

Left back to side panel.

Front.

Obi front. This obi was orginally my aunt's, which she gave this to me last year.

Obi back.

 

[daizawaguy]

:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[LaMedicine]

Accesories.

Han-eri, decorative collar on the jyuban, inner kimono. Hand dyed and embroidered.
Neck detail.

Jyuban and han-eri.

Antique comb.

Handmade bag from obi fabric.

 

[Lenore]

All the pictures!

Absolutely breathtaking. You look lovely.