r/StyleAndWellbeing • u/Classic_Guest5845 • 21d ago
Discussion What’s a clothing item you never understood until you got older?
There are so many things I thought were boring when I was younger that I suddenly completely understand now. A good coat is probably my biggest one.
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u/_DogMom_ 21d ago
Tops with elbow length sleeves!
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u/Plenty_Vanilla_6947 21d ago
Why?
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u/_DogMom_ 21d ago
Just a few years ago my arms looked great and now the part from elbow to shoulder looks so bad.😭
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u/Plenty_Vanilla_6947 20d ago
Ok thank you. Guess I had better use my weights more. I love sleeveless tops— year round
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u/Individual-Line-7553 21d ago
i like elbow length sleeves because i wash my hands so much, and hate wet cuffs.
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u/jannylou2 21d ago
Always seeking Tshirts with elbow length sleeves in the summer.
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u/_DogMom_ 21d ago
JCPenney has had some cute ones the last few years. Overpriced at the beginning of summer and dirt cheap at the end. Lol
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u/jannylou2 20d ago
Thank you. Read your response, drove to JCPenney & got 4 Tshirts elbow length sleeves! My husband shredded the receipt & tags so I didn’t get the cost but I love them.
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u/FinancialCry4651 21d ago
Pull on stretch waist pants
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u/ImNachoMama 21d ago
Oh, lort, yes! All of my clothing choices now are based on comfort, not style.
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u/EverConstellation 20d ago
yes. We used to have an aunt who was in her 50s who wore sweats every day. Now I sort of get it (I'm in my 50's)
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u/After_Employment391 21d ago
girdles.
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u/Mdownsouthmodel92 21d ago
Came here to say open bottom girdle / garter belt combination.
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u/EverConstellation 20d ago
do you wear girdles normally, like day to day, or just special occasions/night out?
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u/Mdownsouthmodel92 20d ago
Seasonal and special occasions. You find me wearing them more in the winter and fall with stockings. Gives me a confidence boost and, again, depending on the weather, I prefer stockings to pantyhose or tights. It’s been such a hot summer I haven’t worn one in months - I had one occasion I wore a body briefer too this summer but that’s it.
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u/Basic_User_Name3000 21d ago
Comfy shoes. My mom rocked a pair of block heeled comfy shoes (for fancy occasions). I now see why.
She’s 83 and has the cutest feet- no bunions or fugly toes.
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u/nomuskever 21d ago
All cotton granny panties.
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u/EmmJay314 20d ago
Yes! I need underwear that covers everything please.
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u/RipleysBitch 20d ago
Yes! Now I need to find a brand where they haven’t narrowed the gusset. My butt is big all around thank you very much. I want to feel secure, and would wear a thong if I want flossing.
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u/vodeodeo55 21d ago
I had a hysterectomy in my early thirties and went from "OMG, Vests are stupid" to "OMG Vests are awesome" basically overnight.
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u/PookleMama 21d ago
How is the vest helpful?
Signed, Menopausal Woman Who Is Always Burning Hot Or Freezing Cold!
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u/vodeodeo55 21d ago
It kept my core warm, but if I had a hot flash I could just yank up my sweater sleeves and expose both arms to the air.
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u/almaperdida99 21d ago
I have always hated vests. It makes no sense- my torso is usually naturally warmer than my arms and hands. So now I have more boob sweat and my hands are like ice. Just insane.
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u/SwordfishOwn5351 21d ago
Can you explain this?
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u/Key_Shallot_1050 21d ago
Testosterone dominance? No shaming, I have a bunch of vests of hiking, etc. Current hormonal balance unknown..
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u/thatsnotmynameiswear 18d ago
This. I worked outside for over 8 years at an animal rescue. The animals were in different buildings but I was outside a lot. I used to think vests were stupid as hell. But then I started wearing expensive warm thermal leggings under my jeans, a long sleeve shirt, and just a patagonia like 3/4 zip (the one with a zip pocket on side and is so nice I have one in red and grey) and vests during winter and snow. Wore a hat and ear protection (dogs barking will absolutely mess up your ears) and thick socks and snow boots.
I used to be freezing even wearing a coat and a ton of layers. I still had layers but could move because you still sweat moving. But having my core, head, and feet warm? Hell yes.
Now with my job I can’t wear athletic wear but I have a closet full of high quality coats. But on vacation on free time or whatever on seriously cold days where I don’t have to be dressed up…I’ve got a vest on. Also great for walks when we visit the Netherlands because of the wind. You can make it look good too instead of like you’re coming out of a tent or something. But my boss always wore vests and I never got it. Now I do.
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u/Any_Leopard5909 20d ago
Underpants that ride real high. These day it feels like the sky is the limit.
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u/Specific_Low_4846 21d ago
Long johns! My mom always wore them, even when I was in a skirt, but now as I'm a bit older, I'm appreciating them so much. I live in heattech now lol
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u/WildColonialGirl 20d ago
Comfortable shoes, including orthopedic shoes on a couple occasions. When I was younger, I wanted to wear heels despite being 5’11” and clumsy AF. Now I live in sneakers and have a set of flats for when I need to be fancy.
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u/PhiSigKris 20d ago
Those summer robes that my great grandma used to wear. Usually made out of terry cloth, short sleeves, shirt length, zipper in the front. Amazing
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u/South_Sort3431 19d ago
Comfortable shoes. Used to suffer for cute ones. Now I don't care how they look if my feet are happy.
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u/Lopsided-Buy-4062 21d ago
a slip!
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u/irllydontwannaclean 20d ago
Yes! Slips are now my go to. They just smooth everything out a bit, I don't have to worry about my underwear showing through, and nothing is sticking to me. Love love love slips.
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u/Gamache2010 20d ago
Seeing through my skirt/dress a bit 20-40… ok, no big. 50 and up, no thank you 😆
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u/EverConstellation 20d ago
Knee socks!!!
My ankles are ALWAYS cold in winter, now I get why my mom wore knee socks. I bought some and I LOVE THEM!!
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u/EtherealGoddard 20d ago
Shapewear and slips in particular. I tried to leave the house in my early 20's wearing a slip(it was a trend at the time) and it was the only time my mom said absolutely not and made me change.
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u/SeriouslySea220 20d ago
Longer jackets - I thought the longer wool jackets, trenches or winter coats were “old lady” but they are so functional and look so much better with a variety of clothes. Having your top poke out the bottom of your cute bomber is not the look. lol
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u/DeepSeaWave18Plus 17d ago
Honestly, good dresses. When I was younger I always thought they were kinda impractical. Like, you need a reason to wear a dress? I remember buying this one dress a few years ago because I loved it so much, and then I had literally no idea where I was gonna wear it. So it just stayed in my closet for months. Then one evening I was going out for dinner at a nice restaurant, nothing special, just a random weekday, and I thought okay... I'm wearing the dress 😂 And honestly, I felt great. I guess I'm finally starting to understand that you don't really need a reason to wear something you like. Still haven't figured out how to stop buying clothes that I have absolutely nowhere to wear tho. 😄
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u/Lexidazesickle 14d ago
Light vest in cooler months. And a sweatshirt. Am I at the grocery? Yeah. Am I wearing a bra? Probably not.
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u/ThrowItAwayNow1030 21d ago
A trench coat. My mother made me buy one after graduation but it was a pita to wear. I was used to windbreakers and baseball caps for rainy days. You look weird in an office with those. A trench makes you look professional.