First off, i want to clarify, I had my tongue firmly in cheek with the man-repeller descriptor, I hope everyone understands! I think it's awesome so many of you have SO's who embrace a look that's ahead of the curve. If hubs were more enthusiastic about my trying it out, I'd probably be in the stores today, but this just puts the brakes on a little bit more for me.
Angie, I am nodding along with all your comments, and i did see your remarks, thanks! Our respective husbands know our style well, don't they?
I do find it interesting that my hubs likes looks that push the boundaries a bit, but this particular thing seems to set off a frumpy vibe to him. I suspect it's the recollection of pleated, high-waisted, or elastic waist pants from the 80s and 90s, and the fact that we know some women who never let that style go and are still in "mom jeans." (It's probably especially significant that one of them is his ex-wife, although we get along with her well, so I don't mean that as a dig! just an observation)
Even though I see how these new cuts are not exactly the same, and I totally agree that the styling makes all the difference, I can also see why he has a poison eye for the style, and why I do too.
It's all good. I don't want to jump on every trend that comes around. This one just seems to be getting a LOT of play here on YLF, so it's a little tough to ignore. I may have to find other ways to keep my style current!
