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by Grok
Sun Aug 16, 2009 6:45 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Alternate universes
Replies: 28
Views: 3339

Re: Alternate universes

Science Fiction fandom This is the subculture that I am somewhat familiar with. Other than kilts, it is not very relevant in terms of clothing. The costumes worn include: 1. Historical costumes 2. Fantasy costumes. These are often based on film/television, and generally don't challenge the sacred dr...
by Grok
Sun Aug 16, 2009 6:24 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Alternate universes
Replies: 28
Views: 3339

Re: Alternate universes

by Grok
Thu Aug 13, 2009 5:34 pm
Forum: Freestyle Fashions
Topic: Considering The Economic State Of Things
Replies: 21
Views: 2883

Re: Considering The Economic State Of Things

I was pondering a thread of the kilts4all forum, "Modernising MUGs of other cultures." (The author, Mr. McFeck, suggested adding velcro to sarongs). The Sewing section of this web site includes threads about converting into skirts jeans, shirts, and even ties. I'm starting to wonder if imp...
by Grok
Wed Aug 12, 2009 7:11 pm
Forum: Freestyle Fashions
Topic: Skorts
Replies: 19
Views: 3520

Re: Skorts

Skorts, I believe could be categorized as "divided skirts" (click on "About Skirts" at upper left, then scroll down to pant skirt).
by Grok
Sat Jul 25, 2009 5:13 pm
Forum: Freestyle Fashions
Topic: Skorts
Replies: 19
Views: 3520

Re: Skorts

Oddly enough, skorts remind me of fashion Bloomers. Will the next step for men be the counterpart (going in the opposite direction-towards skirts) of Athletic Bloomers?
by Grok
Mon Jul 06, 2009 5:02 pm
Forum: Freestyle Fashions
Topic: Being required to wear neckties if you are male.
Replies: 153
Views: 17091

Re: Being required to wear neckties if you are male.

crfriend wrote:
Bolas are not freestyle at all; they're completely acceptable in Southwest US fashion, right on up to the most macho imaginable.
Indeed, but bolas add another choice.

Variety is the spice of life.
by Grok
Tue Jun 30, 2009 9:04 pm
Forum: Freestyle Fashions
Topic: Man in a dress!
Replies: 10
Views: 1938

Re: Man in a dress!

by Grok
Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:53 pm
Forum: In the News / Advocacy
Topic: Possible places to get support from the fashion world.
Replies: 8
Views: 1434

Re: my previous post

I posted the link because the FAQ mentioned people who take commission work. It you have a concept, but lack expertise, you might possibly find someone who could turn it into reality. Some of these people appear at science fiction conventions wearing historical costumes. They would be used to unorth...
by Grok
Fri Jun 26, 2009 4:16 pm
Forum: In the News / Advocacy
Topic: Possible places to get support from the fashion world.
Replies: 8
Views: 1434

Re: Possible places to get support from the fashion world.

Creating costumes is a hobby for some people. They recreate historical costumes, and sometimes create fantasy costumes.
by Grok
Fri Jun 26, 2009 1:51 am
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Jewelry
Replies: 7
Views: 744

Re: Jewelry

by Grok
Fri Jun 26, 2009 1:49 am
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Jewelry
Replies: 7
Views: 744

Jewelry

Considering how dull mens' choices are, even a little jewelry could liven things up.
by Grok
Tue Jun 16, 2009 4:35 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: restroom or loo symbols
Replies: 14
Views: 1427

Re: restroom or loo symbols

I have seen an instructive version of a male stick figure-based on an inverted pyramid, wtih circular head and sticks for limbs. However, the next door had a skirted stick figure for women. I have seen descriptions of women having an "hourglass" figure. Could someone use this to design a (...
by Grok
Mon May 18, 2009 4:01 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Dresses
Replies: 117
Views: 21031

Re: Dresses

by Grok
Wed May 13, 2009 8:11 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Dresses
Replies: 117
Views: 21031

Re: Dresses

Ancient Circles-robes