Jean Skirts?

adpiucf · #1 07-31-2006, 02:05 PM

This thread makes me laugh. In all seriousness, keep length in mind. You'll be sitting, standing and possibly squatting at events where seating is scarce. You might even sit on the floor in some cases to play a getting-to-know-you game.

Dark or light denim is fine (dark is my personal preference-- more slimming and looks classier). Don't go with any crazy holes or distressed fabric. Ripped material is never appropriate for recruitment, even if the event is casual.

AlphaFrog · #2 07-31-2006, 02:11 PM

Where did ya'll get the idea that she was asking for recruitment dress advice?? I'm confused...the OP never mentioned Recruitment

I think some of ya'll are on Recruitment overdrive.

tunatartare · #3 07-31-2006, 02:12 PM

It's in the rush forum.

kddani- I saw bodysuits in the VS fall catalog and on the website.

AlphaFrog · #4 07-31-2006, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by KLPDaisy

It's in the rush forum.

kddani- I saw bodysuits in the VS fall catalog and on the website.

Oh, yeah, I guess it is. I didn't even notice.

blueangel · #5 07-31-2006, 02:40 PM

And yes, I do have stirrup pants, but I only wear them when on a horse!

OrangeJuice · #6 07-31-2006, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

Where did ya'll get the idea that she was asking for recruitment dress advice?? I'm confused...the OP never mentioned Recruitment

I think some of ya'll are on Recruitment overdrive.

Hi!
I was actually asking for recruitment attire advice... sorry I didn't mention that.

In the first day, we're supposed to wear the recruitment t-shirts and jean skirts, and I wanted to make sure that what I had bought was okay. I have a short, dark blue jean skirt with no rips (because I think rips look trashy). I've also been contemplating black leggings, since I've been seeing them in a lot of magazines. But, I'm still undecided.

tunatartare · #7 07-31-2006, 04:41 PM

I personally wouldn't wear the leggings.

33girl · #8 07-31-2006, 04:43 PM

I agree - for the first day, if for no other reason it's going to be tons of people and HOT.

xo_kathy · #9 07-31-2006, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by OrangeJuice

Hi!
I was actually asking for recruitment attire advice... sorry I didn't mention that.

In the first day, we're supposed to wear the recruitment t-shirts and jean skirts, and I wanted to make sure that what I had bought was okay. I have a short, dark blue jean skirt with no rips (because I think rips look trashy). I've also been contemplating black leggings, since I've been seeing them in a lot of magazines. But, I'm still undecided.

How short is short? You might have to sit on a floor, or, more likely, sit on a chair while others sit on the floor and if it's too short you'll be worried about them seeing up your skirt the whole time.

Though all that depends on the school. In my school, 1st round was in the student center, so there were no chairs. We all stood. But if it was at the house, then I'd worry about the sitting situation.

And I have seen tons 'o leggings in NYC. With skirts. In the heat. It's tragic...

jadis96 · #10 07-31-2006, 07:29 PM

OHHHHH so many comments to make!

1) leggings work on my 6th graders, they work on some adults who want to look "hip", but on 95% of the women of the world they are a no-no. I just don't think they would look professional enough for recruitment.

2) Dark denim is much crisper look for making a 1st impression in. Plus you can always wear it since dark denim is a "staple" wardrobe piece.

3) Too short just plain a no-no for recruitment, if you are worried about how you are sitting or you flash a PNM this can be a bad impression to make. Knee length or just above the knee shows more class IMO.

kddani · #11 07-31-2006, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jadis96

OHHHHH so many comments to make!

1) leggings work on my 6th graders, they work on some adults who want to look "hip", but on 95% of the women of the world they are a no-no. I just don't think they would look professional enough for recruitment.

2) Dark denim is much crisper look for making a 1st impression in. Plus you can always wear it since dark denim is a "staple" wardrobe piece.

3) Too short just plain a no-no for recruitment, if you are worried about how you are sitting or you flash a PNM this can be a bad impression to make. Knee length or just above the knee shows more class IMO.

And if you wear a skirt on the shorter side, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE wear panties. And not a g-string or thong. Full coverage. You don't want to do a Basic Instinct.

jadis96 · #12 08-01-2006, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by kddani

And if you wear a skirt on the shorter side, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE wear panties. And not a g-string or thong. Full coverage. You don't want to do a Basic Instinct.

AMEN! This also brings up a good (though off topic) point. Please don't show your thong/ underwear during recruitment. Have a sister you trust check you out from behind when you bend over. At times we have all had visable panty lines, but showing from the top or flashing someone is just gross!

blueangel · #13 08-01-2006, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by xo_kathy

How short is short? You might have to sit on a floor, or, more likely, sit on a chair while others sit on the floor and if it's too short you'll be worried about them seeing up your skirt the whole time.

Though all that depends on the school. In my school, 1st round was in the student center, so there were no chairs. We all stood. But if it was at the house, then I'd worry about the sitting situation.

And I have seen tons 'o leggings in NYC. With skirts. In the heat. It's tragic...

Ah, but it depends where you work in NYC! Some of these office buildings are SO freezing cold all year round. The thermostats are usually controlled by men-- and as we all know, men are usually hot while we women freeze.

I wouldn't go so far as to wear leggings in the summer, however, I DO wear wool blazers because it's so darned cold where I work all year round. I have an electric blanket at my desk, and yes, I use it in August!

preciousjeni · #14 08-01-2006, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by blueangel

Ah, but it depends where you work in NYC! Some of these office buildings are SO freezing cold all year round. The thermostats are usually controlled by men-- and as we all know, men are usually hot while we women freeze.

I wouldn't go so far as to wear leggings in the summer, however, I DO wear wool blazers because it's so darned cold where I work all year round. I have an electric blanket at my desk, and yes, I use it in August!

Oh man, I wish my office had any concept of coolness. My office mates and I have to bring fans in just to keep from sweating (or on some very infrequent days it's so cold I lose the ability to move my fingers enough to type.)

tunatartare · #15 08-01-2006, 09:14 AM

I think that if a penguin came into my office now, he would promptly march out and go find a nice warm place where he could tan (think Madagascar) because I swear it's beyond freezing point in my office.