I am going to take this week to rant a little. I am honestly not a huge fan of ‘what-not-to-wear' columns, but I do believe sometimes errors that are constantly repeated have to be highlighted, underlined, and typed in bold! So I begin.....
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1) I have to start with my pet peeve -- that is ladies who insist on wearing super high heels at inappropriate locations and events. I know I have said this numerous times before, but until we have all gotten the hints I have been yelling, I shall keep revisiting this topic. It really is absolutely foolish to wear high heels that most women cannot walk in that well to begin with, especially on uneven, gravely, or sandy terrain.
2) Many of us seem not to notice that a lot of what we wear doesn't fit, whether a clothing item is too small, too big, or just doesn't suit our personality. Some people seem oblivious to this very common error. We all need to take a moment when we select what to wear for the day to really see if what has been chosen is at all appropriate.
3) One fashion faux pas that men commit is the habit of leaving the designer label found on the outside of the jacket sleeve after purchase. I know we want everyone and their cousin to know we can afford Armani, but I am sure that if Giorgio saw you with the ugly label still on at a formal affair, he would take back his suit. This label is solely intended to make the suit more easily found when hanging on a store sales rack along with many other suits. Once in the possession of the wearer, the label is to be removed. As a rule, any label on the outside of clothing that is loosely attached or stitched is meant to be taken off.
4) Another huge fashion no-no in my humble opinion, seen mostly on young guys, is the habit of using underwear as an accessory. So, the purchase of a white and purple hat and an all-white shirt sends these young gents on a grand hunt for purple boxers, which will be on display just below their too-small shirt and above their too-low jeans. Seriously now, let's just stop, it's called UNDERwear for a reason
5) Socks and sandals are the height of old tourists' wear. So I find it highly irritating that some young locals practice this. The only reason I could possibly deduce for this habit involves feelings of embarrassment about ugly toes or feet -- in which case why wear sandals or slippers at all? Really, by wearing socks you defeat the purpose of the open-toe shoe. Just invest in trendy casual closed shoes and spare us all the sight of your once-white socks turned brown at the toes from walking through town all day.
6) Over-"blinging" is yet another thing we are guilty of. I see no reason to have jewelry, accessories or watches dripping with shiny jewels that aren't real. There Is nothing at all wrong with a little glass here instead of emeralds, and a little silver there in place of platinum, but not to an excess. I believe flossing beyond your pocket is a ridiculous notion, be yourself and be proud of it. My personal belief is, I won't buy any one thing that is too expensive until I can afford to pay all my bills, stock my cupboards, and still have enough money to buy at least ten of whatever it is comfortably -- until then I will stick to subtle jewelry.
7) Probably one of the most known and most committed of all fashion faux pas is a ‘VPL.' Visual panty lines are mostly committed by women, but also by men. It isn't attractive in the least to have a line that slices the butt diagonally in half, making it look like you were born with four cheeks instead of two. It's easy enough to fix; if a thong isn't your thing, many varieties of lightweight lace or seamless underwear are available. Guys, just avoid to tight briefs.
8) Tucking in shirts and not wearing a belt when the pants have tabs -- why you would want to commit this crime I cannot fathom. It seems to me that if you bothered to buy pants with belt loops and took time to tuck in the shirt, is it really such a stretch to find a belt? With a bare waistband, a man looks as if he isn't completely dressed. I almost expect to look down and see he has yet to put on shoes as well. Put on a belt!
9) Dressing one's age seems to be a mistake made by a number of people. Some older persons have confused updating their wardrobes with keeping up with every trend, so they find themselves looking almost laughable in items never intended for people their age. The error also goes the other way. Though not as commonly seen, some young people -- in an attempt to be modest or conservative in dress -- find themselves looking as If the were trapped in an elderly person's closet. Both are simple enough to fix. For the older dresser, choose items which are stylish yet mature, not trendy. Younger people need to look for youthfully conservative pieces, not frumpy ones.
10) My last rant has to do with stretch fabrics. I personally think spandex should be banished to being worn only inside a gym. Some ladies, however, think its ok wear it out to parties or to town. I don't understand why it is always the last person who should wear spandex that does. I know we are a culture that appreciates a little "junk in the trunk" but I am absolutely sure said junk should be firmly secured before one travels with the trunk open, if you follow my analogy. Guys have spandex issues also. My logic is: why is necessary to wear a muscle shirt? If you really are that cut, your muscles will show in everything, and if you're lacking in the muscle department then trust me, a muscle shirt really isn't for you. |
