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Definitive Proof of the Chickification of America
My Hero, Rush Limbaugh, used to say that America was being Chickified by the 1960s radicals running the education system, and the media in our country. This weekend, I can say that I have seen definitive proof of that assertion. Every once in a while, my Saturday/Sunday WSJ comes with a free advertising insert, called Reside, a slick magazine aimed at wealthy homeowners, featuring expensive homes and pastimes. This week’s issue contained a story on “men’s fashion”. And, believe me, the scare-quotes are totally warranted. Below is what today is presented as men’s High Fashion. No joke, real stuff.
I had to look three times, to confirm that the people depicted in this outrageous getup were actually male. I believe there is actually some question about that.
In any case, no one dressed like that will ever be allowed within a mile of me, if I have any say about it. My bet is that none of the real Men here on Ricochet would be caught dead in that garb. Would they?
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The legitimate kilts aside, there are sooooo many photos on this thread that I just cannot unsee.
My eyes… my eyes… ;)
Concur.
Known as the redneck uniform in California’s Orange county.
Also: “White belt and shoes? That’s for over 40, man.”
They might show that as high fashion, but who actually dresses that way. As long as they keep making flannel shirts and pocket tees, I’ll be good with my fashion statement.
One more offering from a Scot that believes if you want to make a fashion statement that is out of the ordinary this is a good expression for both men, and women.
Slightly off-topic — but maybe absolutely on-topic — you might want to check out this blog: http://www.greyfoxblog.com/ . This guy writes about great clothes for older men. The downside is that most of the merchandise is available only in the U.K. But he has a killer sense of what an adult male over 50 should be wearing to be both stylish and timeless . . . and not look like an idiot still trying to follow fads and be hip. Some of the outdoor gear is incredible, in a very British way.
When I got done laughing & cleaning up the apple cider that went everywhere I had to look again. This stuff is hilarious. Jeans & shorts, solid color button down shirts or pocket T’s. Don’t think my wardrobe has changed in 30 years.
If it’s labeled “pop” or “fashion” then I know nothing about it but thanks for the update it was a riot. In light of the way everything else in society is going right now can any of us be surprised?
They don’t call you “Jimgonewild for nothing!
Has that guy in the middle got panty hose on?
Of course not!
That would be ridiculous!
Certainly not, that would clash with the outfit.
The squirrel figure and “nuts” on the left is a nice touch.
Bottom left, I think that’s Cheryl Tiegs. The one without the moustasche.
The pop culture reference that comes to my mind is, “Ray bloody Purchase!”
You know, I believe you’re right! I was so turned off by the bandito in the photo that I didn’t look any further…