Hello everyone!
First, allow me to apologize for my absence over the past
few weeks. I’ve missed writing my blog terribly. However, school does come
first since I’d like to finish my degree and get a job at some point. How
selfish of me, I know. I hope I haven’t lost any readers due to the absence.
I would also like to announce that over the summer I will be
blogging 5 days a week. I’m still toying with ideas for a weekly layout, and I
value and welcome input and suggestions. Here’s what I have so far:
Make-a-Request
Monday: During the week and/or over the weekend you can post a comment in any
of the previous week’s posts asking me to discuss my opinion on any
fashion-related topic, whether it be about a trend, a celebrity’s look, or even
if you should buy a certain clothing item or accessory. Just provide a link, if
applicable, and I’ll give you my opinion on the Monday blog post.
Fashion Reads
Tuesday: The library will open, and I will read to filth anyone I deem worthy. It
may be positive; it may be negative; it may WILL be bitchy and shady.
You never always know what to expect.
Trendsday Wednesday: I will discuss
my opinions on recent fashion trends.
Fashion Reads
Thursday: The library will reopen for another installment of shady and snarky celebrity
fashion critiques.
Fashion News
Friday: I will discuss interesting stories about designers, models, etc.
On to today’s post…
I got the idea for my Monday posts from a friend. She wanted
to know my opinion on two topics, so I figured I’d discuss those two topics
today, and ask you guys for suggestions for next Monday’s blog. Leave in the
comments below. I understand it’s not very easy posting comments from a
smart-phone, so you may want to use a computer.
Seersucker suits:
For those of you who do not know, Seersucker suits are
casual men’s suits that are characterized by the pairing of a white and colored
stripe. The typical colors I have seen are light blue and pink, although
apparently there are other color options. They are typically lightweight and
worn in the summer. If you want to know the history of the suit, you can read
about it in the link above.
In my mind, there are two types of stereotypical guys who
would wear these suits: a man watching polo in the Hamptons on a summer
afternoon or a Southern gentleman in Charleston sipping a mint julep on his
veranda. Personally, I have mixed feelings about these suits. From the two men
I described above, at least in my mind, it seems that Seersucker suits are
linked with money and class. Also, I’ve felt the material; they are definitely
comfortable and would keep you cool in the summer heat while, at the same time
allowing you to look good.
However, that’s where the positives stop for me. Seersucker
suits are also known for their characteristic “puckered” look. That’s the word
others have used. I, on the other hand, would use the word “wrinkled”. Why
would you want to wear something that looks like it was rolled up into a ball
on the floor of your closet? While you look classy, you also look lazy (of if
you’re obnoxiously wealthy, it looks like you don’t know how to hire good help
that knows how to use an iron). I know from working with this fabric that it is
impossible to get it to look crisp. You can steam out the wrinkles, but as soon
as you touch the fabric, all of that hard work gets flushed down the proverbial
toilet. Also, I left out part of the mental idea of the type of men who wear
these suits from my description above. I called them “classy” and “wealthy”,
but I left out “douchey” and “arrogant”. I view Seersucker suits as a status
symbol, a way to show off wealth. And it’s not that they are very expensive; I
just associate this type of suit with old money arrogance, like the Kennedys or
other political dynasty. For those reasons, plus the fact that I view them as
old-fashioned, I wouldn’t wear a Seersucker suit.
Track pants
According to Vogue,
track pants were a trend from last year (2013). Designers have tried to take
the drab jogging pant and make them fabuluxe. Apparently, even Balenciaga made
a track pant; however, something tells me Myrtle Snow would not have worn them…
I suppose the idea is to look good at all times, even when exercising. I’m all
for that. Just because you’re at the gym or running around the neighborhood,
that doesn’t mean you have to look unkempt and unpolished. My only concern is
paying a designer price for something you’re going to be sweating in and
mistreating. But if you have the money, go for it. Grace Helbig, start saving
up your money.
Actually, it's the pucker that defines seersucker fabric, not the colored stripes: http://us.gant.com/solid-seersucker-blazer-military-blue
ReplyDeleteI presume the idea behind it is that it can't be ironed so you can't be judged on that. Sort of like broomstick skirts.
My inkling is to vote for the trackpants - I see it as a big step up from having to see women walking around in yoga pants with sweat patches on their buttocks. As for seersucker - I think it is great for toddler's jumpers or overalls but not on grown-ass men.
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