Trinity's 10 Fashion Faux Pas

As promised I have compiled a list of things that make me cringe when I see them.

#1 The macramé vest. This was once adorned by a potential date when I was in college. Upon ringing the doorbell my date had one of these on over her oxford shirt. The evening could not have gone longer. Needless to say that was the first and last date! So ladies, if you want to impress your date leave the macramé in the closet and save for wearing to Granny’s house – she’ll probably appreciate it more and probably even made it for you!

#2 The macramé beer can hat. (or any macramé ANYTHING for that matter) which should never be worn in conjunction with the macramé vest!

#3 Minnie Mouse shoes. These are shoes that are usually flat soled, with a rounded toe that has a bow on the top.

This picture actually shows two faux pas at once – Minnie shoes that are LEOPARD skin. Anything Leopard skin in my book is a faux pas. This shoe is actually just as bad – WHITE Minnie shoes. (I'm having prom and bridesmaid flashbacks here) Any white shoe unless it is an athletic shoe is faux pas in my book, too. (And, notably, athletic shoes should only be worn when doing athletics!)

#4 While we are on the subject of white: White pants. I know, I know – summertime it’s ok for some. Notice I said “for some”. (Recently, gf tried to get me into some white linen pants for the beach wedding we are attending and I wouldn’t do it. It goes against my personal grain. I finally compromised with off-white linen.) This picture shows a multitude of faux pas – white capri pants with high-water flip-flops. Capri pants - I know it seems so easy- but no. Pants or shorts - pick one but not both.

#5 Bib overalls – especially on women! And, again, maybe this is just my farm upbringing talking to me. I know this woman in the picture looks like she is doing some sort of work

but, ladies, I don’t care if you’re changing a light bulb or building a house– do not wear these! Old jeans are just as good! Gina didn't need bibs in "Bound" so you don't either!

#6 Sweatpants – like athletic shoes they should only be worn at the gym or while doing athletics. One leniency – if you happen to stop in at Starbucks or pick up lunch on the way back from the gym – ok. But no lingering around public places in these things!

#7 Teenage girls and women walking around with their midriffs showing. Most of the time they do not look like this:

90% of the time they look like they poured themselves into these tight jeans that have a 2” inseam and they have their “handles” hanging over all sides. Not to mention they are half naked! (I would NEVER let my teenage daughter leave the house in something like this!)

#8 Nose rings. Yeah, I think the farm upbringing definitely has something to do with some of these because every time I see a nose ring I have farm-flashbacks of putting rings in the noses of the pigs to keep them from rutting under the fences and getting out!
Notice the resemblance of the two.

#9 Pants that hang down. Every time I see pants like these I want to go up and yank them down – they’re just asking for it! This kid is sitting down because he knows that if he stands up his jeans will fall down. He's sitting there thinking "Dude! Who stole my belt?"

#10 Anything hippy (notice these girls are wearing fashion faux pas 1-2?)

Patchouli – when I smell this all I can think of is unwashed bodies, hairy armpits or lack of any hygiene whatsoever. Tie dyed shirts. Ok, Gerry Garcia, may he rest in peace, has moved on – these things need to move on as well.

These are just my top ten. Agree or disagree? What are yours?