Halloween?

[Departed Member]

I was just wondering whether forum members have any views on wearing skirted 'costumes' for Halloween.

In the past, I remember reading of some blokes who 'dipped their toe in the water' on this illustrious festival, and found the confidence to repeat the exercise on a more regular basis. I'm not talking 'drag' here, by the way. Last year, we saw a couple of lads, St. Trinians style, but making no attempt to be/look 'femme' (no wigs/boobs, etc.). I was surprised no-one who saw them batted an eyelid/made a comment. I just pointed out to 'the other half' that I'm obviously not the only one that prefers comfort to constriction!

I note that on a certain Kilt forum, there has been a lot of painful agonising as to whether they should wear 'p*nts' (in the UK, we just love the American use of that word - it's a major term of derision here!), rather that have someone see them in their Kilt and (gasp!), think they're in 'costume'!!!!!!!! Frankly, I cannot see the point of boasting about yer Kilt-wearing 24/7 and then whinging about October 31st!

[binx]

In fact, I take the opportunity to dare wearing short skirts with various additions. Went to a conservative little country town kilted to a Halloween party at a pub this weekend. "What's with the skirt?" to which I replied "Where's yours?" Hey, all you folks that want to make your debut skirted, this is it!

binx

[Milfmog]

I must confess that I'm of the "Bah...Humbug" school of thought when it comes to Halloween celebrations, I guess that just proves that I'm a grumpy old git.

However, if the occasion can be turned to our advantage then it would be foolish not to make the most of it. Unfortunately I will be out cycling with friends tonight so skirting is not really an option but I will keep my eyes open at the various pit stops we will undoubtedly make on route

Next time we have a comic relief day or something similar, I have decided to ask my colleagues to sponsor me to wear a skirt at work for the day and will see if I can talk a few others into the same thing. I figure that the management team will probably be OK with this since "it's for charity" and they will not want to appear churlish. Has anyone else tried anything like this? If so, how did you get on?

Have fun,


Ian.

[Charlie]

.... rather that have someone see them in their Kilt and (gasp!), think they're in 'costume'!!!!!!!!

That is precisely why I don't wear a tartan kilt (apart from not being Scottish, althought I'm still asked if I am )

Charlie

[Departed Member]

"What's with the skirt?" to which I replied "Where's yours?" Hey, all you folks that want to make your debut skirted, this is it! binx

I like that reply! Must save it in the old grey memory banks for further reference!

Whatever anyone thinks about Halloween, it does give you confidence to be among people wearing skirts or similar. Whether you're 'out & about' or just greeting folk at the door, you're bound to get into some sort of conversation and what you/they are wearing becomes secondary (plus they think you're a 'really good sport'!). Next time they see you skirted, it's almost certain to be a 'non-event'!

[skirttron]

Yeah, well to be honest I must say halloween a few years ago was the only time I have been out in a mini skirt and full makeup (applied by a female friend). And yes I enjoyed it very much, though she lives in a bit of a low-rent area so I wasn't out and about for long.

[binx]

Just ran up to the drug store and post office in the longer skirt in the "fem shoes for men" thread. An older lady chuckled and apologized, but no other comments. Going out to the pub later in the short one.

binx

[talon2mech]

I do the Roman centurian. Nice short tunic. leahter skirt belt and a helmet with a brush on top... I will post photos later.

[bob striks]

I was out and wandering the local college yesterday in a skirt and received resounding cat calls from the ladies within the accounts offices as I walked by. I wonder if they would have responded so boldly had it not been Halloween. Anyway it was an interesting response.

[binx]

I do the Roman centurian. Nice short tunic. leahter skirt belt and a helmet with a brush on top... I will post photos later.

That was my other choice, with a fake sword...but I really enjoyed the short skirt and hose. At the last minute I added a mini-petticoat that peaked out when seated. It worked great at not revealing anything "else". Yeah!:cheer:

binx

[crfriend]

Whatever anyone thinks about Halloween, it does give you confidence to be among people wearing skirts or similar.

The problems with wearing skirted garments on Halloween is that everybody thinks you're "in costume". I went out on Halloween night, in my tiered skirt, and was decidedly *not* in costume -- I was just being me -- but nobody save the barkeep "got" that.

If we're to move the notion of men wearing skirts out of the "costume" (read, "freak") category, we need to do a bit better than hamming it up one day of the year.

[Departed Member]

The problems with wearing skirted garments on Halloween is that everybody thinks you're "in costume". I went out on Halloween night, in my tiered skirt, and was decidedly *not* in costume -- I was just being me -- but nobody save the barkeep "got" that.

If we're to move the notion of men wearing skirts out of the "costume" (read, "freak") category, we need to do a bit better than hamming it up one day of the year.

For some blokes thinking of maybe wearing a skirt (& there's probably a good number who just visit/are curious about, this site in that category ), it's a good way to get used to wearing one - even as part of a costume - and not act/feel self-conscious about it. It's a 'fun' time to experiment with different styles, too! :cheer: We are in danger of taking things too seriously at times, methinks!

[binx]

Exactly! I would have had reservations on wearing the petticoat, but found that it didn't really draw that much attention, and thus I will feel better about wearing it out now. It worked not only for modesty, but it took out the "bumps" in front... So it helps you gain confidence to wear skirts out in public when you discover that it's not that big of deal to others, even if it's initially worn as a "costume". Mardi Gras is another great time for experimentation.

binx

[Gregg1100]

Hi Ian,
I went public skirting last November for Children In Need. NO-ONE I spoke to had any derogatory remarks. In my last firm`s depot at Exeter, the manager took me round the factory to get the blokes to put some dosh in my collection tin. It was all good natured, some men saying that they wouldn't have the bottle to do a thing like this.
The girls were different entirely, so much enthusiasm for what I was doing, one or two that I didn't really get to speak to, always went out of their way to speak after this event. Nearly 8 months after my 1st public skirting, the people in that depot always looked down to see if I was wearing skirts or pants, lol.
Ian, go to Radio2 site, download the Pudsey pack from Terry Wogans site, and have a go at that. A little embarrasment for us, a lot of good for them. And we also get to wear our favourite clothes outside. I rased £83 .
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v676/ ... rtDay4.jpg
Do it legally and get the Pudsey Pack.
Regards,
Greg

[Milfmog]

Thanks Greg,

After a bit of digging around on the website I eventually found the fund raising pack here

Now I need to get hold of my boss (not always easy!) to make sure he does not have a problem with it. I'll let you know how I get on.

Have fun,


Ian.

Typo corrected.