boots to one of the rush days?

[dekeguy]

Originally Posted by greekdancer

I appreciate your opinion and help zekeguy. Based on your strong and dramatic response, I am definitely not wearing boots. Other than that, I would love if the arguments on this thread ended.

That would be great by me. I'm sorry that this caused so much chaos. It was not intended to do so. But, I would like to offer you my best wishes for good luck in finding the perfect fit into what I expect will be a great and positive experience for you.

[AlphaFrog]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

Can someone show me a successful boots and dress combo? I bet the boots you like would work with something!

Obviously, some are more successful than others. I also feel like attitude comes into play - like the last example.

[agzg]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

Question: What's with boots and dresses? I'm thinking of back in the day when the style was those lace up granny boots and print dresses that made the wearer look like Little House on the Prairie. I'll search for a photo and post if I find one.

Can someone show me a successful boots and dress combo? I bet the boots you like would work with something!

I like dresses with boots. It's a really "young" look right now (late teens, early 20s) but I haven't seen many women my age or older pull it of with any degree of success. It usually looks better with heavier clothes, sweater dresses, etc.

I do wear boots and skirts quite often, with tights. Depends on the type of skirt. But that's the style up here in the winter (when it's -40,000 degrees).


This is kindof the aesthetic I go for.

[AZTheta]

I get it!

not a look you see much in Tucson for obvious reasons.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by dekeguy

Does anyone read what was actually said? The quote was "pond life" not "pond scum". These have very different meanings, and by the way, the comment was my sister's, a Greek alumna, who would seem to me to be well qualified to offer her opinion.

Actually, it was "pond life (Brit for 'bottom feeder')."

Sorry, but it was snide of your sister to say it, it was snide of you to repeat it, and it putting it out there gives you no room to criticize others for any lack of ladylike behavior.

[agzg]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

I get it!

not a look you see much in Tucson for obvious reasons.

No, I would not imagine that would be so.

Is the OP going to SoCal or NorCal (is that a thing?)? I bet that would make a difference as to whether or not the boots with a skirt/boots with a dress look would be "normal."

[dekeguy]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

Best.Newbie.Comment. greekdancer, I hope you have a fabulous recruitment!!!

ps dekeguy, take a deep breath. This is not the hill you want to die on.

Second the motion on your kind and encouraging comment to the PNM.

Interesting choice of metaphor about that hill. Back when I was forward deployed in Iraq I came close to doing just that. Caught one in the leg and some frag across my back. I have been shot at by experts with real bullets so being shot at with e-bullets has little effect. Mostly a bit surprised and a bit of mild amusement tinged with very mild annoyance at being attacked for what was intended as a helpful thought. Ah well...

[agzg]

Originally Posted by dekeguy

Second the motion on your kind and encouraging comment to the PNM.

Interesting choice of metaphor about that hill. Back when I was forward deployed in Iraq I came close to doing just that. Caught one in the leg and some frag across my back. I have been shot at by experts with real bullets so being shot at with e-bullets has little effect. Mostly a bit surprised and a bit of mild amusement tinged with very mild annoyance at being attacked for what was intended as a helpful thought. Ah well...

Wow, I didn't think the comments could get more eyeroll worthy.

[AZTheta]

dekeguy, I've shared this on the boards before: a valuable lesson my father taught me about "having to have the last word". Truly, you can let this go now. It's morphing into something much more than boots and dresses.

While I'm addressing you, dekeguy, thank you for your service in Iraq. It is deeply appreciated.

Now, back to fashion: NorCal, I've heard that, agzg. And here in AZ we fondly refer to everything south of Maricopa County as "Baja Arizona". I won't insult my friends in the northern part of the state, other than to say I pity the fools who have to live in Phoenix. It's stinking hot there.

[agzg]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

Now, back to fashion: NorCal, I've heard that, agzg. And here in AZ we fondly refer to everything south of Maricopa County as "Baja Arizona". I won't insult my friends in the northern part of the state, other than to say I pity the fools who have to live in Phoenix. It's stinking hot there.

Sheeeit, in the Pacific Northwest I wouldn't be surprised if they're wearing tights and boots with their dresses right now - I've heard it's been a rather chilly summer.

[greekdancer]

AzTheta-I have no idea what is with boots and dresses! It's just how we roll in CT I guess. I actually worked at a fashion store in a mall for a while and saw so many of the older girls wearing outfits similar to the one I posted to work that it grew on me! It's also common around here to wear leggings with no pants. Not my thing. When my old friends come visit me the always make fun of the style here!

We have two styles: extremely preppy (Vineyard Vines, Lacoste polos) and then the boots and leggings.

Guess I need to work on my wardrobe when I go to California (NorCal)

[agzg]

Originally Posted by greekdancer

AzTheta-I have no idea what is with boots and dresses! It's just how we roll in CT I guess. I actually worked at a fashion store in a mall for a while and saw so many of the older girls wearing outfits similar to the one I posted to work that it grew on me! It's also common around here to wear leggings with no pants. Not my thing. When my old friends come visit me the always make fun of the style here!

We have two styles: extremely preppy (Vineyard Vines, Lacoste polos) and then the boots and leggings.

Guess I need to work on my wardrobe when I go to California (NorCal)

Ha, good on you for not liking leggings as pants. That one's always a headscratcher for me.

[dekeguy]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

Actually, it was "pond life (Brit for 'bottom feeder')."

Sorry, but it was snide of your sister to say it, it was snide of you to repeat it, and it putting it out there gives you no room to criticize others for any lack of ladylike behavior.

Well, there is a difference between what you refer to as a snide comment and such ladylike phrases as 'not worth jack shit' and 'blow me'. I have not uttered any vulgarities or suggestions that I perform anatomically challenging acts which incidentally are not something I would do even if possible. I have been restrained in my responses as a gentleman ought. I cannot say the same for those who uttered the comments to which I referred.

Now, I believe you are male. Am I correct? If so I suggest that we address this matter in a traditional manner. Pistols for two, coffee for one. If that is not to your liking we could always discuss it at a mutually convenient gym.

[AlphaFrog]

Originally Posted by dekeguy

Now, I believe you are male. Am I correct? If so I suggest that we address this matter in a traditional manner. Pistols for two, coffee for one. If that is not to your liking we could always discuss it at a mutually convenient gym.

My money's on MC.

If you two were admitted in any of the same states, you could have it out in court.

[agzg]

Originally Posted by dekeguy

Now, I believe you are male. Am I correct? If so I suggest that we address this matter in a traditional manner. Pistols for two, coffee for one. If that is not to your liking we could always discuss it at a mutually convenient gym.

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