Out and About -- In the World at Large

[JeffB1959]

Here's what I wore on an outing today. The skirt, a 27 inch, light knit a-line from Sears is a delight to wear. If you can get your hands on one, go for it, guys! I think you'll enjoy it too.

[oldsalt1]

Hey Jeff Right back on track just a couple of colors that fit together Great Outfit

[crfriend]

As much as I do my best to look my best on my outings, I understand that sooner or later, I was bound to toss in a clunker, but I see that as a good thing as I've learned lessons which will help me improve upon my image.

This is an inevitable happening when one is pushing the corners or breaking new ground. The important thing is to learn from it (which it seems you take to heart), and to get up and carry on (which I do not doubt for a moment you'll do).

The latest look is much better. Well played.

[denimini]

I was in a cafe this morning with a friend who is well into his 60s. One of the staff asked if I was his mother !!!

"No! I'm Aunty Jack and I'll break your bloody arms off with any more of that lip!"

[JeffB1959]

oldsalt1 & cfriend: Thanks for the kind words. I do the best I can, learn from my mistakes and improve upon my image. When it comes to fashion, we, as men, learn all those intricacies in our 30's, 40's or 50's which women have been indoctrinated in their teens or younger. So, we have to overcome a sometimes steep learning curve later on in life than women do, but hey, I see that as a challenge I enjoy taking on!

[oldsalt1]

oldsalt1 & cfriend: Thanks for the kind words. I do the best I can, learn from my mistakes and improve upon my image.

Jeff please take a look in My Many MInis i am a little bit newer at this than you are I am trying many looks and would really appreciate your comments and suggestions. Jeff I go out in public dressed this way Don"T be concerned about my feelings I want the good ( I hope ) and the bad

This is also for the other members. I need honest comments. If it looks bad say so I would much rather hear it from a member of the cafe .

[Disaffected.citizen]

oldsalt1 & cfriend: Thanks for the kind words. I do the best I can, learn from my mistakes and improve upon my image.

Jeff please take a look in My Many MInis i am a little bit newer at this than you are I am trying many looks and would really appreciate your comments and suggestions. Jeff I go out in public dressed this way Don"T be concerned about my feelings I want the good ( I hope ) and the bad

This is also for the other members. I need honest comments. If it looks bad say so I would much rather hear it from a member of the cafe .

From the pictures you've posted, none of the clothes are, by themselves, wrong; none of the looks are "wrong" either.

What needs be considered is the overall "look". Some of the jackets are quite long when paired with such short skirts; again, not wrong, but reminiscent of the 1980s (Dallas or Dynasty!) Traditional "Scotsman" have much shorter jackets. It's about the proportions.

The main thing is to start to determine how you wish to present yourself. You have joined this fashion arena quite late, as have many members here. The main thing about any presentation is the comfort of the wearer; if you look uneasy, Joe Public will not believe you. You are early in this "journey" and sometimes look uneasy; this may be the photographs only, though.

When you look at Jeff, Kilted John, Carl, etc, each has their style. My style would be closer to Jeff; I think yours likely is, too. That said, John owns his look, which is why he is able to go about his business confidently; similarly, Carl.

So look at the pictures here, Google for images, it looks like Pinterest is useful and enjoy.

[oldsalt1]

This is great . Its what the cafe is all about. I think we are all struggling with our situation. While nobody has the right to tell us what we can wear. We all can use the help of our fellow members so that we can present ourselves in the most positive manner. keep it coming.

[Caultron]

...The main thing is to start to determine how you wish to present yourself. You have joined this fashion arena quite late, as have many members here. The main thing about any presentation is the comfort of the wearer; if you look uneasy, Joe Public will not believe you. You are early in this "journey" and sometimes look uneasy; this may be the photographs only, though...

I agree completely. The most important factors aren't the specific style, but (1) having a reasonably coordinated outfit and (2) being friendly and confident.

There are really no style rules for what looks good in men's skirts, but I try to blend components just as I would wearing a t-shirt jeans, a dress shirt and Dockers, or any other men's look. And the same for women. If a woman would look odd wearing a certain top-and-bottom or skirt-and-shoes, so would you. You just conform to what people are used to seeing. (Except for the man-in-the-skirt thing, or course, but if you do everything else well, you can pretty much just slip that in.)

[Bertino56]

I'm the most boring guy in Skirtcafe.
I'm sitting here in my basic black Laura Scott, knee-length, in a
busy shopping mall food court, with what looks like holiday shopping
families going by in swarms. Nobody notices what I'm wearing, and
that's the way I like it. In my closet at home I have the same Laura
Scott 5-pocket in navy blue denim and khaki, a used Old Navy blue
denim, two Cabela's camouflage bayou skirts (they were discontinued
and cheap, so I bought two, one still unworn), and a black Skirtcraft.
I haven't made up my mind about the latter. It cost about as much as
the others all put together. It's extremely well-made and feels
luxurious, but I'm still getting used to the pocket arrangement and
what I thought was a slightly too-wide hem. Still, give Joe a lot of credit
for coming up with a good-looking and serviceable skirt that works
equally well for men and women. I wish him success.
So that's it, seven skirts total, and that's enough. I'm unlikely to
need any more. Unless I see another camouflage that I really like.
So I remain inconspicuous, and I think wearing a knee-length feels
really good for most purposes. I case anybody's interested, I wear
black Dockers briefs underneath, same as with anything else. My
favored footwear is monochrome black Converse low-tops, always
neat and understated. My shirts are Ben Davis half-sleeve half-zip
work shirts in solid colors.
I've just about given up on finding a genuine Levi Strauss, although
I know Levi made skirts for many years and in all sizes.

[dillon]

You might try Lee blue denim skirts, since those are also stretch denim. I have one and the length, fit and comfort are all outstanding. I think Carhartt may have denim skirts too...and that's kind of a "status" brand out here in the sticks.

[beachlion]

For a few weeks I'm walking around in a black Utkilt when I leave the house. Intra muros I wear shorter denim skirts.
Today I had to do some shopping and one of the destinations was the State liquor store (PA is in this still living with the hang over of the prohibition). Since the elections my alcohol consumption went slightly up and it seems to me the only positive outcome. On my way out I heard a voice:"That is a nice kilt." It was the female manager of the store.
"Thank you."
"Are you going some place?"
"Yes, to the neighbor, Rite Aid." I had to pick up a prescription for my wife and after a second or so I understood her question. Being Dutch is not very helpful for quick replies.
"It is not for a special occasion?" Women seem to like to know all the details when it comes to clothing.
"No, it is just for comfort."
"That is a good reason too. Have a nice day."

This is the first time I had a bit of conversation about my kilt. And it went in a very friendly way.

[Caultron]

...This is the first time I had a bit of conversation about my kilt. And it went in a very friendly way.

Congratulations on an excellent outcome!

[JeffB1959]

For a few weeks I'm walking around in a black Utkilt when I leave the house. Intra muros I wear shorter denim skirts.
Today I had to do some shopping and one of the destinations was the State liquor store (PA is in this still living with the hang over of the prohibition). Since the elections my alcohol consumption went slightly up and it seems to me the only positive outcome. On my way out I heard a voice:"That is a nice kilt." It was the female manager of the store.
"Thank you."
"Are you going some place?"
"Yes, to the neighbor, Rite Aid." I had to pick up a prescription for my wife and after a second or so I understood her question. Being Dutch is not very helpful for quick replies.
"It is not for a special occasion?" Women seem to like to know all the details when it comes to clothing.
"No, it is just for comfort."
"That is a good reason too. Have a nice day."

This is the first time I had a bit of conversation about my kilt. And it went in a very friendly way.

Good for you. As long as people accept your presentation, there's no reason you shouldn't enjoy moments like that.

[denimini]

I was very brave today and went into the Police station in a mini skirt, to report a lost number plate. I really don't think they noticed, most of the time I was standing at a counter but nevertheless I wasn't intimidated by the boys in blue. Actually, to add to that, straight after I was at the police station I went to the post office to get a new plate, where there was a police car outside and as I walked In, a police man was heading to the door with arms full of parcels, so I turned around and held the door open for him. The Post office in our small town is where one does banking, licenses and registrations as well as snail mail.