Please, please tell me why. Girls and young women wear pants that are 4 sizes too small and the fat hangs over the top and they have the nerve to wear a short blouse.
Ok we all see the old fat women with their bellies hanging over their pants. They wear a long blouse and think you won't notice. But, these young girls actually think they look good. Where are their parents? Why don't their Mother say something?
I just don't get it, there has to be an answer. I am so tempted to ask one of them why (I most likely get my butt kicked).
And the boys, why don't they pull their pants up? I can't tell you how many times I've had to catch myself from telling one that their pants are falling.
Today I say a young girl with her pants so long they covered her feet and dragged on the ground. Does she have any idea what is on that gound. People spit among other things. Her pants are going to drag through it and she is going to go home and put her legs on the couch - ew.
Oh Janette, We are getting old. Every generation has had their own clothing, hair and music styles. And every generation of adults have wondered what they are thinking and what will become of them. You know what? They will grow up, they will look back at photos of themselves and wonder "What was I thinking?" In the meantime they aren't hurting anyone, so let them live and let live you know? In time they will have teenagers and they will hate their style of dress, their hairstyles and thier music. It's the cycle of life.
In the early 70s my oldest son was 15 and wanted to grow his hair long, I threw such a fit, forced him to get it cut what I considered to be acceptable length. He ran away, I found him. forced him to go to the barbers under threat of juvenile hall. He is now 51 years old and his hair is thnning and he is balding in areas. So what was all that fuss about? Sometimes, or at least in my case I think we worry too much about what other people will think and how they will judge us as parents.
I'd rather see the fat hanging out in the front of girls pants, than see the underwear hanging out the back of boys'... lol
And don't even get me started on thong underwear.
Well, I was an early teen during the preppy period... I was like 14 when it was popular to layer like 3 polo shirts? When I was 13 or so it was cool not to tuck in your shirt tail and have it hanging out from your sweater... Hmm... stirrup pants were big too and for a bit breakdancing pants, parachute pants, heat sensing clothes, neon clothes and GAWDY bead jewelry and can we say big poofball hair and heavy makeup??? I remember my younger brothers getting mohawks and mullets were very much in style for guys too...
When the 70s style started to come back in, I was like "why"? I was in elem. school from mid 70s on and I look at those elem pics and go "ew" - hair parted down the middle and straight... big collars, ick... and I've noticed, anyone who remembers the 70s well, doesn't do the 70s fad clothing...
but we all have our weird fashions. I agree that the tight shirts and fat hanging over pants is SUPER unflattering to 95% of all girls, but it's also good that they aren't ashamed of their bodies. It makes me sad that people stop going to the pool (and doing something GOOD FOR THEM) just because they don' look nice in a swimsuit...
I sometimes wonder what my now 10 year old will be like in a few years. I just tell him, "nothing permanent" because you won't like it when your 50! LOL
Melissa
haha, you beat me awolf - The Muffintop Syndrome! it is so rampant nationwide. In all flavors!!
The title of this thread cracked me up.
It is a pet peeve of mine too and I just don't get it. Not everything is meant to be worn by everyone. That goes for everyone - not just those who may be overweight. Choose what is right for your body type.
Not everyone can wear low rise pants/jeans.
Not everyone can wear halter tops.
Not everyone can wear empire waist shirts. I fall in this category - girls with ample bosoms shouldn't wear something with an empire waist. And I really hate that so many cute things out right now have this.
I think the worst offense I've evern seen was this woman at Walmart. She had more than a spare tire hanging over low-rise jeans, a purple tube top with no bra and the majority of her THONG showing. I was so shocked. 
She just knew she was cute when she walked out her door that morning.
I have 3 step daughters, 21 (she is 21 and out on her own) 18 (she lives with her Mom) 14 she lives with us. I get so sick of seeing boobs. It doesn't bother the 21 & 18 year old at all to show their boobs to the whole world. The 14 yr old has tried to get away with the low cut tops. I put a stop to that real fast 
It makes me laugh when I see young men with there pants hanging down so low that they can't even walk.
Course I remember the days of bell bottoms and peace symbols.
Peace man, can you dig it!!! 
THANK YOU JANETTE!!! I have been ragging forever about girls with their fat guts hanging out!!!! Ok, I am plus sized (at least until I lose the rest of this baby weight!! hehe) and because of baby, I have a nice flabby gut, but I make sure it is INSIDE my pants at all times when in public view! Hey... what I do in my own home is my biz, right? 
But seriously, these girls do this, and they have stretch marks and everything and it's nasty!!! My neice gained a bit of weight when she hit puberty, so along with her huge knockers she got a fat little paunch and some wonderful stretch marks that she lets hang out. It is ALWAYS hanging out. She dresses like a hooker... we went to the mall one day and was ragging that 'old' men were staring at her. I told her they were probably trying to figure out how much she charges. I can't stand it. HAVE SOME DECENCY!! Oh, by the way, I am not a prude, there is nothing wrong with a sexy outfit, but sexy doesn't mean everything hanging out. No one wants to see some of that crap! *whew* Sorry, you hit one of my BIGGEST pet peeves on earth!!!!
She just knew she was cute when she walked out her door that morning.
OMGoodness! I almost spit water ALL over the screen! That ia exactly what I was thinking when I first read, then you said it! I don't think girls see that it makes them look much bigger to wear pants that are too tight with the muffintop, than if they would wear a bigger size pants! Always gets on my nerves, and I'm only 30.
Do I think young girls should walk around with there underwear hanging out of there pants or there breast showing absolutly not will they probably look nicer if the wore something a little looser sure. however i'm a big girl and its because of opionons like all of those being posted here that im emarssed to wear shorts or tanktops or a low cut shirts anything that would make someone look at me and go oh my god can you believe that fat girl would wear that and think she looks good. now i'm not one who wears things that would show off all of my fat but I think if a big girl wants to she has every right to wear what anyone else does if it makes her feel beautiful if we are going to talk about girls wearing things that reveal too much that should apply to all girls not just the fat ones.
I think if a big girl wants to she has every right to wear what anyone else does if it makes her feel beautiful if we are going to talk about girls wearing things that reveal too much that should apply to all girls not just the fat ones.
Very well put Heather. I have one of those teenage daughters. She is 18. I KNOW she doesn't look that great in some of the outfits SHE chooses to wear, but you know what, she is a National Honor Society student, and she LOVES herself - (thus not having any issues with what she wears) Yeah, I cringe sometimes, but then I think to myself, what does it matter ~ she is a wonderful, caring, compassionate and very smart young lady. I'll just keep my opinion to myself and look forward to the day when the fashion changes once again.
Heather, I surely didn't mean to offend you or anyone and wasn't speaking specifically of "big girls". I did state that it applied to everyone. You don't have to be big to have a "muffin top". It's about ill-fitting clothes, regardless of what your shape is.
If it makes you feel good, great. I would never knock a healthy self-esteem. I just think that you can feel and look good at the same time by wearing things that compliment you. JMO
You did not offend me iron baker and I was not responding soley to your post just stateing my opinion in general. people should absolutly wear what falters them the best but espcially as a young girl you do not always know what that is so if a girl puts on something that lets say isnt the best thing she could wear oh well as long as she feels good in it. nobody should be made to feel bad or giving dirty looks or have people disgusted by them just because there fat is visable. Now like I said before you can go to far people shouldnt wear swimsuits in the grocery store (regardless of size) for example.
heather2780 - I, for one, would like to make myself clear. I have no problem with any person wearing fashionable clothes, comfortable clothes (shorts, tank tops, etc), or clothes that make them feel beautiful. My best friend, who is my sister, is very overweight and wears fashionable, comfortable clothes that she feels good in. I am certainly not thin myself!! We both wear shorts, tank tops and fashionable clothes. Also, my two best friends at work are both plus size, beautiful women, who dress very stylish, without covering up everything or letting it all hang out.
My problem is with people who where clothes that show off way more than I care to see. I guess it could be my age and generation, but I was brought up to wear clothes that fit (and fit the occasion) and not show any part of my body that I would not want to see on other people.
My other problem is that some of them seem to get upset if I look too long or subconsciously get an expression of disbelief on my face that someone would wear what they are wearing and think that it looks good. I probably do the same thing looking at the "punk" styles, "goth" styles and other different styles that are or were the fad at the time. All people have to understand that the first impression you make is a physical one. No one should be judged by size, color, etc. but what one chooses too wear is just that....a choice, and unfortunately, some people will be judged by those choices, especially in a professional work situation as I described in my first post.
So please, wear your tank tops, shorts and stylish low cut shirts (I can't because my chest is too big and I hate it). My only advice to anyone is just make sure your clothes fit you and not the person who is two sizes smaller than you. It looks so much better and probably will not draw any unwanted attention and if it does it may just be positive attention.
So, if I offended, I am truly sorry. That was in no way my intention.
Sincerely,
Teresa
Edited for spelling.
Agian im not offended just stating my opinion based on what I was reading. I too agree that people show far to much sometimes people wear awful things I too do not want to see peoples cracks or breast I just thought the conversation might be broadend to include all people who dress inapporiatly and not just the big girls. it is no more flattering for a skinny girls to wear a tube top and tiny shorts with her thong hanging out then it is for a big girl. I guess some men might argue with me over that point 
I applaud big girls that can get on a bathing suit and go to the pool or wear a nice skirt and tank top lord knows im not brave enough to do it.
Agian im not offended just stating my opinion based on what I was reading. I too agree that people show far to much sometimes people wear awful things I too do not want to see peoples cracks or breast I just thought the conversation might be broadend to include all people who dress inapporiatly and not just the big girls. it is no more flattering for a skinny girls to wear a tube top and tiny shorts with her thong hanging out then it is for a big girl. I guess some men might argue with me over that point
I applaud big girls that can get on a bathing suit and go to the pool or wear a nice skirt and tank top lord knows im not brave enough to do it.
You are TOTALLY right!! And what I posted about my neice, I would like to clarify she is NOT a big girl. She got a little paunch, but she's not really fat. I just think that too many people in general dress like they are looking to make a quick twenty bucks. I think if you do that after a certain age, that's your business, (I'm still allowed to stare, haha) but if you are a teenie-bopper, you need to go home and put some clothes on. Or, at the very least, don't be shocked or insulted if someone tells you that you look like a hooker, or if some creepy old guy is staring at your breasts and breathing funny!
You can be a size 6 and have stuff hanging out over the top of pants that are too small. I wasn't referring to girls that are overweight, I was referring to anyone who thinks they look better in clothes that are to osmall than clothes that are actually their size. I have a sister who probably wears a size 4 in real life, but insists that she's a size 2, and she squeezes out over the top of her jeans because there just isn't anywhere else for it to go! It looks bad regaurdless of your size.
people in general dress like they are looking to make a quick twenty bucks. I think if you do that after a certain age, that's your business, (I'm still allowed to stare, haha) but if you are a teenie-bopper, you need to go home and put some clothes on. Or, at the very least, don't be shocked or insulted if someone tells you that you look like a hooker, or if some creepy old guy is staring at your breasts and breathing funny!
Exactly!! 
I can't stand it on anyone. I can't stand these 12 and 13 yr olds dressing like I would in the privacy of my home.
There have been some odd fashions but I for the life of me cannot figure out how people can look in the mirror and see that as looking good.
I always forget when I post a thread to go back and click watch this thread.
I am just now reading all the replies.
I'm still waiting to loose my baby fat, it's only been 31rs. I can't even tell you the last time I wore a bathing suit without a t-shirt over it.
I am the same way as Shirley I have always said if it isn't hurting anyone let your teenager do their thing. I love the Goth look if I was only a lot years younger.
I have told my kids to have self respect. You can dress the latest fad but keep in mind the impression you are leaving others about yourself.
I have been big breasted since I was 11 and have not been able to wear the cute little outfits. I had some of the lastest fashions but I still dress respectable.
The girl with the long pants. That didn't bother me I just wondered if she knew what may be on the ground that her pants are draggin through.
I am sorry but I don't want to look at my own fat, I certainly don't want to see someone elses. You can be happy with your size and we all should be but be respectable about it.
I would like to share a story with you. When I was 11 I wore makeup to school and come home and washed it off before my Mother could see it. One day my Mother was there when I came into the door, I just said "I really have to go to the bathroom". Ran in there and washed my face. Whew!
Years later I got out of work early and greeted my kids when they got off the school bus. Lo and behold there is my 11 yr. old Daughter with cheap makeup, looking sleezy. I laughed to myself.
I told her I didn't care if she wore makeup but, makeup is to enhance the beauty you have not to look like a clown. I took her to the Mall and had a professional put makeup on her. She was pleased and it looked very natural.
She turned out to be very beautiful. The Wedding Dress shop and the photpgrapher both use the picture of just her for their advertisement.
I told her that if she is going to wear makeup to buy the good makeup (I would pay) not the makeup you buy at the dime store. Even until this day she wears enough makeup to enhance what she has.
I know I'm going on but I have another short story. I had a open house and my daughter was home from college. A co-worker came up to me and said "did you know Sherry has a tatoo?". No I didn't. She had a Dolphen on her ankle. I asked her later "when did you get that (pointing to it)". The look of fear on her face. I told her I thought they did a very nice job and asked if it hurt.
The girl was in college an adult, what did I care.
Later her husband to be wanted it removed. He said he would pay for it. I told her that if she liked it that it is part of her and it was part of her when he meant her so tuff noogies. But, I did add it would be interesting when she's 90.
Janette, you are a kill... you sound like coolest person to just hang out with! I agree that I like the goth look. I had a mo-hawk from the time I was 16-21, double pierced nose, etc. and of course went through all the colors of the rainbow. Actually, this week I am about to dye my hair purple because I just realized I no longer care what anyone (MY INLAWS) think about me! I have had 'normal' (natural) colored hair for almost a year now, and I am over it! I can't please everyone, might as well please myself!
I used to be a big plus sized gal. I couldn't imagine ever wearing anything revealing myself in public like that. I got stared at enough without having my stuff hang out all over the place.
Even now that I'm 180 lbs lighter, I still won't bare myself...LOL...now instead of flab I got saggy stuff to deal with.
I see gals with the 'muffin-top' thing going on and if they're comfortable with it, then more power to them. But I feel embarassed for them, but that's just me reflecting my feelings if it would be me wearing that style of outfit.
I do have to say though that there is this one really large lady in our town who often wears shorter tops in the summer time with no bra and there are 'things' that peek out the bottom from time to time. I think that's stretching it *no pun intended* a bit too far.
Last year when I was pregnant and visting my parents my mom quietly pointed out a girl wearing pants that were too tight and very low on the hips. My mum called her a "Muffin". Muffin to refer to the flesh that rolls over the sides and front of pants that aren't fitting well.
I think in the past few years I've only seen a woman wear that style of jeans well. She was not slim but she found the right jeans for her and not the other way around.
I think the problem with women and young girls of today is that they think they have to be sexy inorder to get attention for men. Its just like the mentality of women. They are thought no shame and no self respect. Im 26 and I know I look good, I had a modeling contract to prove it. But just becuase I have a slim stomach doesnt mean its everyone's right to see it, and just becuase I have a set of double D's doesnt mean that they are other peoples property to oogle when out in public. These women and young girls dont realize that they are beautiful, and that they dont have to show EVERYTHING to get attention. like my mom always told me "why buy the cow if you can get the milk for free!"
Interesting topic I must say. Personally, I think men and women as a whole have forgotten how to dress nicely. Young girls feeling the need to dress like Britney or The Pussycat Dolls....men wearing pants 20 sizes too big. As a plus sized woman myself, I know that there are some things that I just should not even attempt to wear but that's okay because there are other items that I can wear that flatter my shape, minimize the bust area (where I'm convinced half of my weight went) and give off the appearance that I weigh less than what the scale says.
There was one day when my gf's and I were sitting outstide and commented on this man who was looking mighty fine in his jeans. I made the comment, "I think that we as a whole have gotten so used to seeing men with their boxers hanging out that it's shocking when you a see a man with his pants 
pulled up and fitting correctly." One of the many reasons I'm hot for my bus driver (See the Lounge Forum for my ongoing saga of "Seriously Crushing On This Guy") is because he looks soooo delicious in his not-too-tight-but-fittin-just-right jeans. Not a boxer or brief in sight!
Okay, now that I feel like I have hijacked the thread, I'm going to finish getting ready for work 
Every since I saw "My Cousin Vinny" I fell in love with that Gray striek. I am in the prosccess of letting my color grow out. I'm a little Gray but that's ok it's part of the aging process.
Anyway I want my hair cut in a Bob and I'm thinking about putting Gray strieks. Just one running down each side.
I liked Lillian Munsters look too.
Girls looking sexy? I must have missed something when did exposeing your fat become sexy?
But I guess our boobs are masses of fat and they like them.
I know I'm showing my age, but this thing about pregnant women wearing regular t-shirts or have there stomach exposed is another thing I don't care for. Pregnant women are so beautiful to me, when they look desent.
It drives me crazy at my daughter's she has a picture on her wall of her pregnant belly. I'm trying to tell myself that's what they do now. It's taking some getting use too.
I guess she didn't like it because I dressed like someone going to Woodstock (the first one).
My SIL was lecturing me last week about how I need to stop dressing like a boy! I spent most of my time in jeans and t-shirts, but I'm a SAHM, so when I'm out I'm usually doing the shopping or walking my DD to pre-school etc. I wear what is comfy and I usually wear out the knees in my jeans every 6 months or so, because I spend so much time playing around on the floor with my daughter! I am very slim (But not skinny - I do have hips, though not much up top unfortunately!), but I don't feel the need to walk around flashing my flesh; I wear slim fitting low-rise jeans that accentuate my shape, without being slutty (I'm a mother for goodness sake! LOL) and my t-shirts(usually) reach the top of my jeans. She walked in from work last week (we were at my MILs) wearing a crop top, low rise knee-length shorts (with the muffin-top, though she is slim, they just didn't fit her well) and stilettos! She is a 38 year old heairdresser and constantly feels like she needs to dress like the 20 year olds that she works with. I don't have a problem with that, or what she chooses to wear, but it really p***** me off that she would lecture me that I need to change how I dress! She should try running around after a child all day dressed like that! (though her Mom jokes that she does have a small child - her 21 year old boyfriend!!)
I feel better for that! I love my SIL to bits, but she does like to tell everyone how to run their lives, and she really bugged me that day, and of course, I never said anything!
I have a SIL that is 11 yrs older then me so she always told me how things should be done and how to raise my children. She had 4 boys.
#1 Alcoholic
#2 Drugs in and out of jail/prision
#3 Alcoholic and child molester
#4 Served time for selling drugs
4 out of 4 I guess you could say she scored 100
LOL Janette! She scored alright. And I have always found the gray streak to be beautiful. Do it!
I saw a new one yesterday at the mall. An average sized woman with a whole lot of boobage, teeny tiny tank top that was way too small for her girls. And she had her cell phone sitting right there in between them. All 3 were ready to spill out of her shirt.
I completely agree with you, Itsajeep.....too many women young ladies today (and I'm 29) do not get that you can still look sexy and look classy at the same time. Sexy to me is more of an attitude and how you carry yourself.
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