WE NEED TO TALK
By Liz Gunn ||I need to preface this post with the fact that when it comes to fashion, I’ve never been afraid to push the envelope. No one would call me a prude or even conservative when it comes to style. If you’ve got it, flaunt it – right?
Not so fast.
At the game on Saturday, while waiting for a friend to meet me, I had the opportunity to do some serious people watching. I can’t lie – I was a little taken aback by what I saw. Week to week I expect to see plenty of fashion “don’ts”, but this was on a whole new level.
I like short hemlines. I like form fitting clothes. I like a little cleavage. But ladies…this is a football game, not a dance club! Pick one, not all of the above.
And for the love of God if you’re a solid 50 pounds heavier than you should be, less (skin showing) is more. No one enjoys watching the tops of your thighs rub together. Yes, I actually witnessed this and have had trouble getting that image out of my head ever since.
I watched one girl prance by that I was certain was a member of the Gamecock dance team. Her top was fitted and sheer to just above her nipples, cut out completely in the back, and paired with what appeared to be black Lycra bloomers. Upon further inspection I realized I was mistaken. It was just her outfit du jour.
Don’t get me started on the plethora of cut-off mom jeans and cowboy boots. There are very, very few women in the world who can pull off those shorts. And I have yet to see many of them in Columbia.
The boots? I don’t mind the boots. I don’t mind the boots paired with shorts or mini-dresses. I mind that people are wearing them when it’s 90+ degrees out. Sometimes common sense has to trump the latest trend. Can you even imagine the smell after eight hours or more in those boots on a hot Columbia game day? No thank you.
My grandmother has always been my fashion inspiration, and the best advice she ever gave me was this; “Just because you can, does not mean you should.” Wise woman, that lady.
Liz Gunn is a wife, mom, author, businesswoman, travel enthusiast, food snob, fashionista, lover of great wine and the No. 1 Gamecock football fan … ever. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, she lives in Columbia, S.C. with her husband and daughter.
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You ought to smell my shoes and socks after a 90 degree day at the office. The smell is stronger than the latrines at Willy B. Stadium.
Those young co-eds don’t have a lock on smelly feet.
You have toe fungus.
Not possible. I take a bath once a week.
I can’t fathom what the issue is then.
Man made upper material?
Man made upper material?
Who cares?
What’s in the photo looks fine to me.
The two on the left need to drop a a few lbs. Thats what they look like now–imagine them in 20 years.
Hmmm… maybe. Still, even in 20 years, I’d take them over the desiccated lizard look of Jenny Sanford in the hear and now.
Seriously..there’s more women to compare them to than someone…er, anyone in politics.
In some societies the two on the left would be worth a couple of cows where as the one one on the right, only a goat.
Depending on where you are from, the goat may be more usable.
Like I said, “some societies” and all societies have differing values.
The fat girl in the middle would probably treat ya a lot better.
The one on the left looks like there’s cushion for pushin but the one on the right could hurt.
The one in the middle gets sent packing?
Actually, the Little Black dresses in the upper right would be better for keg stands. But all seem to have perfect legs, feet on one end and heaven on the other. ;-P
I missed those. Good catch.
This is so pointless even I can’t make something moderately humorous or sarcastic from it. So this is my no-comment, comment.
It sucks to be considered old by the co-ed crowd doesn’t it. I have a news flash for you – very few, if any, USC girls are tracking FITS NEWS, especially fashion advice from “old women”. Most of the students that I speak with do not even know who the mayor of Columbia is. However, Liz, I think you’re hot so how about a piece on lingerie?
“Old” to the co-ed crowd is anyone above their current level in college.
However, that description completely changes a few years after college when they realize that having all those things in life (a car, a house, nice stuff that you can actually afford) typically comes with a little more experience in the work place. What’s the hottest piece of ass (and steady tuesday night fuck buddy) to a sophomore sorrostitute? Her male counterpart; ie the PIKA pledge class president.
Fast forward to age 25, then all of a sudden that 35-40 year old guy who used to be “OH MY GOD he’s old” is not looking so bad as second husband material. He already has a house, a car and a 401K to raid. The baby clock starts ticking louder and she’s looking for an “out” to working everyday. She’s found out that working everyday, and life, isn’t as easy, nor near as much fun, as college was.
wtf is this?
This article belongs on Jezebel. WTF is going on lately Fits?
Maybe Fits is trying to be a feed for Al Jazeera.
Will, when can we start seeing recipes posted on your blog? Maybe a few tablescape ideas would be nice…
I’m sorry did you just say tablescape? All this time I thought you were a dude
Hey I’ve watched Sandra Lee a few times,just for her tablescapes.
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k155/foodnetaddict/sandraboobs2-1.jpg
Bro! “Tablescapes?!” Possible Man Card violation!
Easy there Spicoli.
Yes, “tablescapes”… it’s what this blog has become now that the lead writers are more interested in what’s happening in Trenholm Plaza and the small botiques in 5 Points than the State House.
Did you look at my link below? Have you ever watched the Cool Whip Queen on Food Network?
Spicoli!!! Ah, a pop culture from my youth…well done. You are correct on the new feminine silliness on FITS.
I have absolutely no idea who that woman was in your link, but I liked her the moment I saw them. I mean, her…
In the background, you can see six more pairs of western style boots. Nothing else is western. Can’t see any cowboy hats. Looks odd.
Can’t have cowboy hats without heads showing, even pictures can be taken out of context.
Sadly, tis part of the tailgate and party atmosphere pervading Bluff Road environs and is want to conflict with one group’s billboards tagged, “My little black dress doesn’t mean a yes.” Yet if you pic is tweeted or facebooked ‘pon a cloud with something that won’t make yo mama proud (or might suggest your characheter is less than sterling on that post graduate interview), actions have consequences. Just remember some old NSA staffer might have your pics for those dark lonely nights.
There are very, very few women in the world who can pull off those shorts
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That’s what men are for.
I love your stuff Liz, this site is more than just politics, but once again a bunch of little bitches who ‘hate’ your writing find in sooooo hard to ignore! Keep it up! Maybe squishy will squirm away…
Since when has Columbia been a fashion Mecca?
I don’t get the cowboy boot/daisy duke combo. It should be going away right about now.
I like the one on the right, but you know what they say, effin’ a fat girl is like ridin’ a moped. It’s a whole lotta fun, you just don’t want anybody seein’ you on it.
I don’t get the cowboy boot/daisy duke combo. It should be going away right about now.
I like the one on the right, but you know what they say, effin’ a fat girl is like ridin’ a moped. It’s a whole lotta fun, you just don’t want anybody seein’ you on it.
I don’t find the short skirts, cutoffs and cowboy boots worn by lady Gamecocks nearly as trite and obnoxious as the corny frat boy contingent with their fraternity issued visor, Croakies and popped collars.
Fratboy attire hasn’t changed since the early 1980’s.
New dogs learn old tricks from their tired, outdated father dogs.
I guess rush didn’t go so well for you.
Liz, – The boots are more function than fashion. They wear them to hide their flasks and mini-bottles when walking into the game.
Patiently awaiting the companion piece that fat-shames all the Dickey-Dos and Dunlops that also attended the game.
How about some chili recipes and knitting hints?
I’ve also got a bad kitteh jones.
so she has a problem with women’s thighs touching?
“No one enjoys watching the tops of your thighs rub together.” —sounds like she has a problem watching them rub together. yeah. so do I. i mean how short is your dress or how fat are your thighs if people can see them rubbing when you walk? that’s grossssss.
my thighs just so happen to touch when I walk. So that’s gross?
Yes it is. You’re fat.
That’s why I’ve always been a fan of bow-legged women.
“Here’s to swimmin’ with bowlegged women!”
—— Capt. (We need a bigger boat…) Quint
Actually I’m not. But I’m glad you’re a fan of bow-legged women.
Only if you wear something short enough for people to witness it. Most women’s thighs touch at some point. Cover that sh– up, yo.
Thigh gap is in.
No one enjoys watching the tops of your thighs rub together.
TBG, Sir Mix-A-Lot and Carl Spackler beg to differ.
Liz, love your comments, and let me say this… I think Gamecock women are hot as hell!!! Seeing a little black dress – with a splash of garnet – on a hot brunette or blond USC co-ed makes many a boy skip a heart beat. Keep up the good work!
You’re a fatshaming snob. Piss off.
As a man, I prefer the cleavage. I can’t wait til it gets a little cooler and we see yoga pants again. Love me some damn yoga pants.
Honey,
This is South Carolina we are talking about
Quit trying to be a fashion Nazi
Get over it
BTW:
Those girls don’t give a shit WHAT you post