This is some sort of sick joke, right?

mousepod · 03-23-2006, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex Stroup

I don't have many vices but watches are one of them and I'll pay much extra for watches that most people wouldn't find much distinguishable from a $50 Timex.

Alex,

That's exactly my point. If someone who only pays $30 for a watch sees one that seems ridiculously expensive, then they could either announce their disgust and say that everyone who buys that expensive watch is being ripped off OR they could ask an expert like you to explain why you know that the watch is worth it. And then go from there. They might not get it, but you don't feel like you're being made fun of for your taste.

Anyway...

lindyhop · 03-23-2006, 08:57 PM

Hmm. I saw this line of shirts a few months ago. The Bambi one wasn't there at the time, what I remember is some shirts with some very cool vintage designs and very high price tags. The material was flimsy and thin and nothing I would wear but I knew they weren't made with me in mind anyway. They were interesting to look at so I did and moved on.

On a later visit I saw the Bambi shirt and noticed they had made more of a little vintage display area with a chandelier and other accessories and it looked pretty cool. The shirts were still way overpriced but I liked seeing something different. I consider shopping to be entertainment and I'm entertained by seeing something different or creative or just weird even it's nothing I'd ever want.

No one's being forced to spend money on these shirts. If someone wants to, fine. If they don't sell they'll be gone in no time, retail floor space is much too valuable.

However, if Paris Hilton shows up anywhere wearing one I think they should torch the entire collection.

MouseWife · 03-23-2006, 08:57 PM

To those commenting on my quest for opinions:

LOL No, I don't think someone who goes to work out in sweats has given up on life. But, the quote made me want to ask, in this thread of fashion, what were peoples' opinions on sportswear and what people think of people in different types of it. I probably was vague but I have been noticing other people a lot more {walking alone gives me too much time to notice too many things} and wonder what others think.

Not that it matters but a lot of times you can look at someone and sort of gauge what they are thinking. But, in this, I really didn't.

I get the point that what is worth a certain amount may not be worth that to someone else. I like to go to concerts, Disneyland and Yosemite. People think I spend too much by going too often. They don't see the value of spending time in those places so often. Or seeing the bands I want. But I do.

Oh, and BTD, I imagine you working out hard and I doubt if you care if anyone doesn't like what you wear!!

03-23-2006, 08:57 PM	#2
lindyhop Swing Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Long Beach Posts: 997	Hmm. I saw this line of shirts a few months ago. The Bambi one wasn't there at the time, what I remember is some shirts with some very cool vintage designs and very high price tags. The material was flimsy and thin and nothing I would wear but I knew they weren't made with me in mind anyway. They were interesting to look at so I did and moved on. On a later visit I saw the Bambi shirt and noticed they had made more of a little vintage display area with a chandelier and other accessories and it looked pretty cool. The shirts were still way overpriced but I liked seeing something different. I consider shopping to be entertainment and I'm entertained by seeing something different or creative or just weird even it's nothing I'd ever want. No one's being forced to spend money on these shirts. If someone wants to, fine. If they don't sell they'll be gone in no time, retail floor space is much too valuable. However, if Paris Hilton shows up anywhere wearing one I think they should torch the entire collection.
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03-23-2006, 08:57 PM	#3
MouseWife Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Da' Beach Posts: 2,957	To those commenting on my quest for opinions: LOL No, I don't think someone who goes to work out in sweats has given up on life. But, the quote made me want to ask, in this thread of fashion, what were peoples' opinions on sportswear and what people think of people in different types of it. I probably was vague but I have been noticing other people a lot more {walking alone gives me too much time to notice too many things} and wonder what others think. Not that it matters but a lot of times you can look at someone and sort of gauge what they are thinking. But, in this, I really didn't. I get the point that what is worth a certain amount may not be worth that to someone else. I like to go to concerts, Disneyland and Yosemite. People think I spend too much by going too often. They don't see the value of spending time in those places so often. Or seeing the bands I want. But I do. Oh, and BTD, I imagine you working out hard and I doubt if you care if anyone doesn't like what you wear!! __________________ Summa' time....when the livins' easy.........
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