FabSwingers.com forum: Is it important to dress well?

By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

I would say yes it is, because it reflects who you are when going out and also what you wear is important as how you would like to present yourself, because what you wear is how you present yourself to the world

I like this quote " Clothes dont dictate who you are as a person, but typically it is your first impression.

What is your view about it it and how do you dress when going out? I like to wear sporty clothes that show my form and even when going out with the rubbish I put on some nice clothes, because you never know who you will meet

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By *ellinever70Woman
44 weeks ago

Ayrshire

I guess I wear clothes I deem suitable for the social setting I'm in.

Comfort and practicality are usually priority

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By *aleakalaMan
44 weeks ago

Perth Australia

"I guess I wear clothes I deem suitable for the social setting I'm in.

Comfort and practicality are usually priority "

You've picked well for this setting.

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By *eliWoman
44 weeks ago

If I'm taking the rubbish out, I look like I should be put in the bin.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

It depends on your definition of dressing well

Put me in a Gucci suit and I look like a sack of spuds.

Well doesn’t have to mean expensive, or a certain style. And that choice is personal.

I look at people in football or sport wearing some of their styles and think “nope”, but that said it probably costs more than I earn in a year.

I think you dress in what’s comfortable to you reflecting what you’re doing or where you are going

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By *reyToTheFairiesWoman
44 weeks ago

Carlisle usually

Depends on your definition of well.

Do I look like I've made an effort? Usually.

Did any of the items I'm wearing cost more than a tenner? Probably not.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

It's not about what you wear it's how you wear it

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By *ittlemiss Hal O weenCouple
44 weeks ago

Southampton

"It's not about what you wear it's how you wear it

I wear whatever fits

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

For me it’s about where you are and who you are with. As previous comments have said if I’m taking the bins out of working from home it’s comfies and a hoody all day but if it’s a social or a meet it’s dress to impress which is normally for me smart jeans and a shirt

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By *TG3Man
44 weeks ago

Dorchester

Yes gets you noticed

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

I'm of the age now where practicality trumps style every time. We are off to the theatre tonight but I won't be penguining up. The wind is howling so it will be smart jeans, jumper and as we need to do a fair bit of walking it will be smart trainers rather than shoes. I couldn't give a toss what others think as I will be warm, comfortable and able to enjoy the show without feeling like a dogs dinner.

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By *achel SmythTV/TS
44 weeks ago

Farnborough

I will always be dress and present like an elegant mature lady… it’s how I feel most comfortable

R xx

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

For me it is important. Dressing well is one of few ways in which I can feel positive.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

For me, not really. It's important to some people and I admire their style.

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By *es_ivebeen_hereb4Man
44 weeks ago

I'm always around here

Sat at home it's either boxers or shorts.

I wear a suit everyday for work so home is just a chill.

If I'm off out anywhere then depends on the occasion as to what I wear but always well presented I hope

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

Long as it makes you feel good then it works

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By *ellhungvweMan
44 weeks ago

Cheltenham

I tend to wear the same things most of the time - jeans and t shirt/shirt and shorts in summer because finding clothes that fit my height/build and look good is incredibly hard. I don’t have 98 hours a day to go clothes shopping.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

Very important. Absolutely important. And it will be good for your health

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

I see clothes as part of the costumes we wear to express parts of our character. I also see them as integral to how we perform parts of our identity.

Is dressing well important? Obviously it’s depending on so many contextual things like activity, company, location etc. but if I’m going to meet someone on fab for example or going to a social I think it’s important to dress in a way that best represents you. That’s the most important thing. So I’d expect effort. If it’s casual that’s fine, don’t misunderstand me. But that you’re wearing what YOU would wear to make a good impression of yourself but in a way that represents your authentic self.

You could wear a full Nike tech trackie but I’d expect that it was an outfit you like to wear and that’s you making an effort.

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By *stellaWoman
44 weeks ago

London

I panic when people say this. I mean clean, hygienic etc is important. But in actuality I’m not really so worried what someone is wearing as long as they’re happy in their style and comfortable etc. and I’ll do the same with my clothes.

I love the idea of being all dressed up but I never feel I look immaculately groomed, or polished - I’ve big jazzy hair and I’m a very round shape so clothing is a source of hang up as I may struggle to look the way my opinion of true style looks. And I hate the idea I’ll be judged for that.

If that makes sense.

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By *stellaWoman
44 weeks ago

London

"I see clothes as part of the costumes we wear to express parts of our character. I also see them as integral to how we perform parts of our identity.

You could wear a full Nike tech trackie but I’d expect that it was an outfit you like to wear and that’s you making an effort. "

I get that, this makes sense to me. I don’t disagree

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
44 weeks ago

1127 walnut avenue

As a bloke scruffy punk rocker..as a trannie a slightly more presentable rock bitch..

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

It depends on the occasion and I'll dress accordingly but I won't seek out events where I have to get all suited up as it's just not my style. Anything smart casual is fine but ultimately, I want to be comfortable with myself before I'm expected to be comfortable around others

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"I guess I wear clothes I deem suitable for the social setting I'm in.

Comfort and practicality are usually priority "
That is good and yes, same here, it depends on the social setting one is in too

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By *ellhungvweMan
44 weeks ago

Cheltenham

"It depends on the occasion and I'll dress accordingly but I won't seek out events where I have to get all suited up as it's just not my style. Anything smart casual is fine but ultimately, I want to be comfortable with myself before I'm expected to be comfortable around others

100% with this.

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By *inkylipsWoman
44 weeks ago

Debauchery

"If I'm taking the rubbish out, I look like I should be put in the bin."

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By *inkylipsWoman
44 weeks ago

Debauchery

I love making an effort, dressing nicely, but unfortunately I don’t get much chance to so walk around like the walking dead half the time

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By *oxy jWoman
44 weeks ago

somerset

100% this .... out side of work im a very casuals type of woman smart casual i like to dress up for swinging clubs or a night on the town otherwise im a jeans type

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By *ong-leggedblondWoman
44 weeks ago

Next Door

I dress to be comfortable and to fit the event etc.

I do think dressing up isn't a priority now and we do dress differently than 30yrs ago +.

Going back to my late teens/early twenties, we got dressed up to go out on a Friday/Saturday night. Most clubs didn't accept jeans/trainers/ t shirts so blokes wore trousers and shirts, the females wore smart trousers/skirt and a top or a nice dress.

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By *ad NannaWoman
44 weeks ago

East London

I've never been one to be impressed by the cost of someone's attire.

I think I look awful in some things and tend to go for the baggy look, so as to not bring attention to my rotund figure.

If you want to attract someone who is impressed by chic, smart dress, you have to wear it well.

I like the casual look on a man.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
44 weeks ago

East Sussex

I think it is important to dress well. By that I mean clean and in good repair if finances allow.

My view is that how you present yourself is important because although most will deny it, people judge you by how you look.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
44 weeks ago

East Sussex

Probably people think I'm over dressed a lot of the time but I love clothes I've got a lot of them and it would be daft not to wear them.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

Dressing well ? That's open to interpretation. Dressing well for me is dressing comfortable.

If I'm dressing for here? Probably I'd put a bigger effort in. It shows you make an effort.

For dating, though? No I'd dress how I'd usually dress because I don't want to give someone a false indication of how I dress long term. That wouldn't be a true reflection of me. So, I've always been a jeans, flannel shirt with white undershirt or something similar, with boots. You'd never me in smart casual like trousers/shirt/shoes for a date.

That's too try hard for me.

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"Depends on your definition of well.

Do I look like I've made an effort? Usually.

Did any of the items I'm wearing cost more than a tenner? Probably not."
Yes, it depends on the definition of well too. I would say it is to look presentable and yes to make an effort as well

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

"I would say yes it is, because it reflects who you are when going out and also what you wear is important as how you would like to present yourself, because what you wear is how you present yourself to the world

I like this quote " Clothes dont dictate who you are as a person, but typically it is your first impression.

Agree,I always dress up when I go out as I'm single

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By *nowman1300Man
44 weeks ago

manchester

"I dress to be comfortable and to fit the event etc.

I do think dressing up isn't a priority now and we do dress differently than 30yrs ago +.

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tge clubs i went to 30 years ago didnt let you in wearing a shirt. Leathers ripped t shirts jeans leather pants were the thing

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

"If I'm taking the rubbish out, I look like I should be put in the bin."

Dont be so bloody silly xxxxxx

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

"I panic when people say this. I mean clean, hygienic etc is important. But in actuality I’m not really so worried what someone is wearing as long as they’re happy in their style and comfortable etc. and I’ll do the same with my clothes.

If that makes sense. "

This.

I wear clothes I enjoy wearing and what feels super comfortable and cozy. Am not really the type to wear something that feels uncomfortable or that isn't who I am, just to look stylish or fancy. And I appreciate others who wear what they wear because that's what they enjoy, rather than wearing stuff to follow the trend/crowd.

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By *luebell888Woman
44 weeks ago

Glasgowish

I would rather people judge me for the person I am rather than the clothes that I wear. I have lovely clothes which I wear for the right occasions but when out with my dogs I wear old stuff and wellingtons.

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By *emorefridaCouple
44 weeks ago

La la land

Dressed well to me means the person is wearing the clothes not the other way around. I'm particularly drawn to people with unique styles and think of them as being well dressed.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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44 weeks ago

East Sussex

"I would rather people judge me for the person I am rather than the clothes that I wear. I have lovely clothes which I wear for the right occasions but when out with my dogs I wear old stuff and wellingtons."

People need to get to know you to judge you for the person you are. First impressions count whether we like it or not. That doesn't mean that everyone makes bad judgements if you're not dressed a certain way though

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

I like this quote " Clothes dont dictate who you are as a person, but typically it is your first impression.

clothes on fab Shag, it is naked on here, with boobs out cocks out. No need for clothes. Born naked.

If I was on a social then yes I put clothes on.

.. Impress, no. I am me.

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

"It's not about what you wear it's how you wear it

Or not

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By *entle_lover_xMan
44 weeks ago

Great Dunmow

Funnily enough had this conversation meeting a couple last weekend. They take it very seriously and dressing up is a big part of the whole swinging/kink experience. We were discussing how so many men make little effort compared to ladies (especially men in couples relying on their partner to look amazing) She said she immediately loses interest if somebody is dressed badly and made no effort.

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By *ora the explorerWoman
44 weeks ago

Paradise, Herts

I like to look nice. But everyone’s different. It’s important to me

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By *2000ManMan
44 weeks ago

Worthing

Most of the time it's jeans and shirt with collar. Ensure both clean and presentable.

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By *oppleWangerMan
44 weeks ago

Gods Country

Shorts everywhere all year around.

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By *usie pTV/TS
44 weeks ago

taunton

Don't think I have ever noticed anyone at a wedding or funeral in shorts, well not in this country .

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
44 weeks ago

North West

I would rather that we (collectively) were comfortable and able to perform our daily routine, rather than putting on a costume. Life isn't a pantomime.

I hate assumptions that because I'm female, I should wear certain things for work or interviews or that I should wear makeup or high heels. I will always be well presented and appropriate for the occasion, but I'm not going to wear certain garments or apply frippery unless I want to.

If I am required to wear safety equipment to perform a specific task, e.g. associated with my work, I will obviously do that, before someone goes "but what if.....?" Also, no job in the world REQUIRES a dress or high heels or makeup as a fundamental and safety specific part of the job. So any company insisting on such things as part of a uniform are doing so for appearance sake. And if the same standards aren't applied to absolutely everyone, well.......

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"I'm of the age now where practicality trumps style every time. We are off to the theatre tonight but I won't be penguining up. The wind is howling so it will be smart jeans, jumper and as we need to do a fair bit of walking it will be smart trainers rather than shoes. I couldn't give a toss what others think as I will be warm, comfortable and able to enjoy the show without feeling like a dogs dinner."
That is good and enjoy being at the theatre tonight

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"It depends on your definition of dressing well

Put me in a Gucci suit and I look like a sack of spuds.

Well doesn’t have to mean expensive, or a certain style. And that choice is personal.

I look at people in football or sport wearing some of their styles and think “nope”, but that said it probably costs more than I earn in a year.

I think you dress in what’s comfortable to you reflecting what you’re doing or where you are going "
Yes, it depends on the definition on well too. I would say it is to look presentable as well.

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

I like this quote " Clothes dont dictate who you are as a person, but typically it is your first impression.

clothes on fab Shag, it is naked on here, with boobs out cocks out. No need for clothes. Born naked.

If I was on a social then yes I put clothes on.

.. Impress, no. I am me. "
Hi becs and yes, you are right there too about those 2 examples, on here and on socials, that is good to be yourself as well

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By *usie pTV/TS
44 weeks ago

taunton

I do people watching on the odd occasion and have come to the conclusion that we are fairly shabby dressers in the uk

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

"I would rather that we (collectively) were comfortable and able to perform our daily routine, rather than putting on a costume. Life isn't a pantomime.

Quite agree.

No one dictates to me either what I can and cannot wear. That is controlling behaviour and narcasistic. I bet many here dress to impress each to our own.

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By *r TriomanMan
44 weeks ago

Chippenham Malmesbury area

I wear my Dressing Gown (nothing underneath)to put out the rubbish as I live in a fairly quite spot so I'm unlikely to meet anyone. However, I wear a 3 piece suit when I go into the office and dress in smart clothes when working from home because I'm at work and it triggers the right kind off mind set for me. I also dress smartly for Fab meets. That said, I do a lot of DIY and vehicle repairs so on my days off, I'm in scruffy work clothes.

So depending on when you first see me (putting out bins, at work, on a meet or fixing something), I'm either really smart or a total scuff.

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"I dress to be comfortable and to fit the event etc.

I do think dressing up isn't a priority now and we do dress differently than 30yrs ago +.

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That is good and yes, to dress to be comfortable and to fit the event too

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By (user no longer on site)
44 weeks ago

I dress comfortably; more formally if the occasion calls for it.

The decisions I make about to wear is what hat I feel like wearing. I have more variety of hats than I do of trousers and shirts.

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By *hagTonight OP Man
44 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"I like to look nice. But everyone’s different. It’s important to me "
Yes, that is good and you are right there, everyone is different too

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By *ddie1966Man
44 weeks ago

Paper Town Central, Essex.

I personally like smart casual, however, correct fitting is more important.

Manners make the the man, the clothes are the wrapping.

If the package looks nice it'll be unwrapped first.

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By *alandNitaCouple
44 weeks ago

Scunthorpe

I think it depends on the occasion.

A suit to lounge around in at home would be odd but I dislike the modern tendancy to go out to pubs and clubs in joggers.

Overall, I think you're better to be overdressed than underdressed in most cases.

Nit

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By *os_GoddessofdawnWoman
44 weeks ago

In the clouds

I never dress well, so is that why I never get a shag?!

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By *BWLOVER1965Man
44 weeks ago

My Own Little World

I dress how I want to

Maybe not to everyone’s taste

But hey ho

I’m a tramp

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By *ilverjagMan
44 weeks ago

swansea

I take on board the opinion of every woman I connect with regarding how she likes her chosen guy to look, whether that is designer suits, jacket, shirt and dress jeans, or totally casual because, you never get a second chance to make a first impression.

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By *teven_BeithMan
44 weeks ago

Beith

Depends on the situation. For job interviews for example it is imperative, though that kinda goes without saying. In everyday life not so much I would say. Wear what you want in that instance - and if others don't like it, that is very much their issue.

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By *lirtyfun123Woman
44 weeks ago

essex

Exactly this, feeling comfortable is more important to me. I think I’m usually well presented but I’m not dressed up dressed up if that makes sense.

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By *heGateKeeperMan
44 weeks ago

Stratford

If it makes you feel confident or comfortable then yes

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By *hagTonight OP Man
43 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"I think it is important to dress well. By that I mean clean and in good repair if finances allow.

My view is that how you present yourself is important because although most will deny it, people judge you by how you look. "
I like the outfit you have on there and yes, within the budget too and yes, people do judge as well

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By *TG3Man
43 weeks ago

Dorchester

I was walking down the road last night and a young woman and her son both accosted me saying we love your jacket can we buy it off you....... I said no its mine

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By *alcon77Man
43 weeks ago

under the sun & the moon

I'll take the bin out in bare feet even if it's snowing..

I have about 5 suits that never really get used, I wore them for a few weddings.

That said, I do think I'm picky with what I wear.

Last count have over 50 pairs of shoes

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By *rontier PsychiatristMan
43 weeks ago

Coventry

Quite right, clothes are part of a first impression.

Clothes can be a social tool. I suppose it depends if you have to impress anyone or if on the other hand you don't care. Personally on general day to day basis I'm not needing to make any impression or care what people think. So when I'm not at work as lone parent I'm generally doing housework, exercise or DIY. So generally it's not about smart, it's about practicality and comfort. So I tend to look a bit scruffy at the supermarket or the school run. But I'm not in the least bothered by that.

However when I need to I scub up good (if I do say so myself). Because there are time I do want to make a great impression or I want to feel my best or more often jist for my other half so she can be proud of me and show me off.

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

It's more important to be yourself and dress how you normally dress. But, be clean.

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By *ittlemiss Hal O weenCouple
43 weeks ago

Southampton

"It's more important to be yourself and dress how you normally dress. But, be clean. "

Hurrah.. I go for comfort over style any day lol

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

"It's more important to be yourself and dress how you normally dress. But, be clean.

Hurrah.. I go for comfort over style any day lol"

That's how I roll too.

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

After seeing folk naked wtf are clothes for... Naked attraction.

It is not about Guicci fake for me.

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By *ittlemiss Hal O weenCouple
43 weeks ago

Southampton

"It's more important to be yourself and dress how you normally dress. But, be clean.

Hurrah.. I go for comfort over style any day lol

That's how I roll too. "

Excellent! Don't get me wrong I will put on a nice dress occasionally but I'm not one for heels and all the trimmings lol ( mostly because I fall over in heels

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By *MisschiefxTV/TS
43 weeks ago

London

Yes absolutely, it's important to dress well.

If you don't take your appearance seriously then no one else is going to take you seriously.

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By *hagTonight OP Man
43 weeks ago

From the land of haribos.

"Quite right, clothes are part of a first impression.

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Yes, you are right there, it is part of the first impression too.

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By *quirrel!Man
43 weeks ago

Nearby

It’s also important to undress well!

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
43 weeks ago

Central

Let people be free

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

I dress with what mood I’m in. If you see how I look and form an impression (even a 1st one) you will probably tell what mood I’m in.

Relaxed. For work, smart. Etc. I’m normally in jeans and t-shirts, so for your opinions on me based on that.

If I’m naked and unwashed in the wild, I can’t be assed and I’ve given up on everything.

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By *uzie69xTV/TS
43 weeks ago

Maidstone

"I think it is important to dress well. By that I mean clean and in good repair if finances allow.

My view is that how you present yourself is important because although most will deny it, people judge you by how you look. "

As a clearly visible Trans Woman, I feel it's super important to have make up on, and dressed very smartly... That way, I'm clearly stating I'm presenting as female and would like to be addressed as such.

I've had conversations with BME (Black and Minority Ethnic) friends and colleagues and they too feel the need to be well judged and accepted.

It's interesting I knew a manager of a blind man (single) who didn't know he looked disheveled at work. It was a difficult decision whether to address the issue.

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

Working from home means i practically live in casual clothing.... I make an effort when going into the office or if I'm meeting people... I don't always get it right, but generally I know what compliments my body shape

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By *TG3Man
43 weeks ago

Dorchester

"Working from home means i practically live in casual clothing.... I make an effort when going into the office or if I'm meeting people... I don't always get it right, but generally I know what compliments my body shape "
leggings

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

I'm a bit old for leggings now, but jegging are my new friends

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By *estYorkshireGentMan
43 weeks ago

Leeds

I couldn’t agree more OP!

You get one first impression and usually how you dress and look is the first impression people get. I like to dress smart but if I’m running errands locally I do tend to go with the comfy option.

A night out or a fab meet calls for smart trousers, a crisp white shirt and a nice jacket/blazer

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

"Yes absolutely, it's important to dress well.

If you don't take your appearance seriously then no one else is going to take you seriously. "

I can't say I agree. I think pre-judging people based on their clothing isn't very helpful. I take people seriously if their words carry meaning, not because they've got a nice blazer on. I appreciate I'm probably alone on this thread thinking this!

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43 weeks ago

I'm a bit old for leggings now, but jegging are my new friends "

Have you come across "legging legs"? Utterly horrific trend about thigh gaps.

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By *rouble81Couple
43 weeks ago

Bolton

It’s more important to me that someone smells good. Not necessarily expensive aftershave or perfume, just clean and they’ve brushed their teeth. Especially in a meet situation.

I have two settings generally - jeans and a hoody or full on glammed up.

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By *ebauchedDeviantsPt2Couple
43 weeks ago

Cumbria

Honestly, not in the slightest.

What counts is whether it looks like someone has made an effort appropriate to the situation. Turning up in a designer suit is no different to turning up in a pair of jeans and a t-shirt to me, so long as they aren’t smelly and dirty.

The idea that “Clothes make the man” is utter horseshit, perpetuated by people who value style over substance.

Mr DD

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By *rispyDuckMan
43 weeks ago

Chinese Takeaway near you

Very I would say

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By *archelCouple
43 weeks ago

A field somewhere

100% yes. Daily I look like a swamp donkey (sheep/horse/farm girl). But Saturday nights I go full glam. I wouldn't expect anyone to accept the state I'm in daily lol

I love a smartly dressed guy...be it the city guy look, or smart tattersall check shirt farmer look. Guys who go clubbing in sports gear just look sloppy and lazy af. Does nothing for me. Even if they we're like male models, how they dress switches me straight off.

Mrs

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By (user no longer on site)
43 weeks ago

I do like to dress well. It elevates my mood and makes me carry myself differently, perhaps more assured? If the outfit suits my body shape, colour palette, makes me glow and smile at my own reflection then I'm dressed well according to my own standards

When I look at others I treat their dressing sense as a cover of the book. It does tell me some things about their personality by how safe or bold their choices are and helps me read the person. Are they trend setters or followers? Are they secure in themselves? Are they aware of what looks good on them and what doesn't do them favours?

It's just an introduction to further people watching but contains some information I find interesting about people. As you said Shag, in your OP - what do they chose to present to the world? What do they care about? A slogan tshirt or thrifted vintage gown do give you a tiny insight into a person's mind too, a little bit of inside on the outside, a peek behind one's 'world stage costume'

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By *enelope2UWoman
43 weeks ago

Fife

Ive yet to see a guy dressing nice or walking by getting wet from his cologne wiff as a standard here... If they are dressed nice it's because they are at work wedding or funeral

Miss the USA for those moments

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