SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 That I'm all about him having his own opinions and likes regarding fashion, but to please never wear this. I forbid it... Just..no. :laugh: (They featured this on the local mainstream news. I'm terrified.) http://footwearnews.com/2017/fashion/celebrity-style/mens-romper-memes-romphim-357096/ 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) That I'm all about him having his own opinions and likes regarding fashion, but to please never wear this. I forbid it... Just..no. :laugh: (They featured this on the local mainstream news. I'm terrified.) http://footwearnews.com/2017/fashion/celebrity-style/mens-romper-memes-romphim-357096/ It is a part of our culture's push for male clothing to look gender neutral. Have you seen the guy's section in department stores lately? My boys don't like to dress feminine and sometimes it seems hard to find things that aren't. Edited May 20, 2017 by Attolia 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 The only place you might see that in Texas is maybe Austin... and that's a big maybe. I can guarantee you it'll never hit the shelves here. Gag-worthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 The only place you might see that in Texas is maybe Austin... and that's a big maybe. I can guarantee you it'll never hit the shelves here. Gag-worthy. I was trying to think of where I might see that? I couldn't think of anywhere at all :lol: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alisoncooks Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 There is not a single male in my entire extended family (over the age of 12 months) that would wear a romper. For that matter, there aren't many females (over, say, 8) that would either. We just don't have the thighs for it. ;) 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ailaena Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) They're silly and we so rarely see a silly trend in menswear. Besides, there is nothing feminine at all with the 3rd guy down in that blue romper. Plus, they're not even being sold out in public yet, are they? Still Kickstarter? I have no idea where you live or shop Attolia, but I just started wandering over to the big boys section in the department stores and most the clothes are sad and boring. T-shirts in boring shades of boring with surfboards and dogs and neutral colored shorts. If males in my house want anything with color in it, I have to stalk Ralph Lauren for sales! Edited May 20, 2017 by Ailaena 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Okay, I have a thought... This could potentially be salvageable if the intention is to use the shorts portion of the romper as boxers and you wear it inside jeans. Then it would look like you have a tucked in shirt that won't billow or untuck along with some boxers. But that's not what I'm seeing in these pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I think they are silly period. Gals or Guys. It's hard to pee in them. But I don't really care who wears them. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 It is a part of our culture's push for male clothing to look gender neutral. Have you seen the guy's section in department stores lately? My boys don't like to dress feminine and sometimes it seems hard to find things that aren't. Um, where are you finding clothes you consider feminine? And what do you consider feminine? 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 It is a part of our culture's push for male clothing to look gender neutral. Have you seen the guy's section in department stores lately? My boys don't like to dress feminine and sometimes it seems hard to find things that aren't. :confused1: :confused1: :confused1: I've got 18, 10, and 6yo boys and a husband turning 40. That has not been an issue in my shopping experience. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I saw this on FB yesterday. My comment was that they look like KenDoll in Toy Story 3. 😂 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 If they start popping up in stores, women who don't fit the traditional sizing (torso length) of a women's romper can try out the men's sizing. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) It is a part of our culture's push for male clothing to look gender neutral. Have you seen the guy's section in department stores lately? My boys don't like to dress feminine and sometimes it seems hard to find things that aren't. Um, where are you finding clothes you consider feminine? And what do you consider feminine? I was curious about this, so I just went to the Old Navy page, clicked on "Men," and looked at what came up on the main page. Among the more traditional offerings, I see some tight, palm frond print pants. They do seem feminine to me. There's also a pink button down shirt, but that just says 80's. :coolgleamA: I also found these floral print shirts, here and here. Regarding the rompers, I'll paraphrase Firefly: "Man walks down the street in that romper, people know he's not afraid of anything." :) Edited May 20, 2017 by MercyA 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethben Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 My husband says they look like something a baby boy would wear. So, adult men want to remember their toddler years fondly? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I can't see it catching on . . . 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I was curious about this, so I just went to the Old Navy page, clicked on "Men," and looked at what came up on the main page. Among the more traditional offerings, I see some tight, palm frond print pants. They do seem feminine to me. There's also a pink button down shirt, but that just says 80's. :coolgleamA: I also found these floral print shirts, here and here. Regarding the rompers, I'll paraphrase Firefly: "Man walks down the street in that romper, people know he's not afraid of anything." :) Okay, I'll give you that those pants are just hideous. (To be fair, I think the legging prints that are trending for women these days are also hideous. Though I do have two to wear around the house, lol. I haven't given thought to a gender aspect.) My 10yo son and 70-something yo FIL like pink shirts. One of them has been wearing them for decades. ;) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I'm going to admit it. Andy Cohen actually looks good. I'll go stand in my corner in shame, now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I'm going to admit it. Andy Cohen actually looks good. I'll go stand in my corner in shame, now. You are hereby banished... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanny Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 If those were Pajamas, possibly... But for the street? In Public? NO WAY... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brehon Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 The only place you might see that in Texas is maybe Austin... and that's a big maybe. I can guarantee you it'll never hit the shelves here. Gag-worthy. For better or worse Austin has changed in recent times as more and more people move in. Sadly, I doubt even Leslie (RIP) would find Austin as welcoming these days. So, I'm not certain these rompers would be seen in public. Apparently, Austin's weirdness is struggling these days. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Wait, what's so feminine in the men's section that it's hard to shop? I was just there and I saw the usual sea of blues, grays, and khaki. Is it the occasional pastel shirt that's offensive. I doubt those romper a will catch on. I think we're all seeing them because they're so ridiculous. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 If those were Pajamas, possibly... But for the street? In Public? NO WAY... I want to laugh at that statement. But I have a husband who occasionally dons footy pajamas. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) My DD and DS, both young adults, think it's weird that I think romp-hims look silly! Eta: they tell me that it's just the group shot that makes it look silly. After seeing the guy in dark blue they might be right! . Edited May 20, 2017 by happi duck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Ha! I don't think they'll catch on either. I remember a few years ago in Europe seeing men in culottes now and then, but they never really made it too far. http://www.elleuk.com/fashion/news/a28192/culottes-men-ready-fashion-new/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I could get behind the coulottes before I could get behind the rompers. But seriously, what is wrong with a good pair of blue jeans, boots, and a t-shirt, fer cryin' out loud? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Totally reminds me of this... http://www.funnyjunk.com/Staying+at+grandma+s+house/funny-pictures/5605917/ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 You are right to put your foot down, Sparkly. My husband is under the same orders. ;) We actually saw one on a college guy last night. We couldn't quite decide if it was a romper or shorts overalls but either way it was definitely wrong. So for everyone wondering where men might wear these in public, small town Maine, apparently! Lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Keeper Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 You are right to put your foot down, Sparkly. My husband is under the same orders. ;) We actually saw one on a college guy last night. We couldn't quite decide if it was a romper or shorts overalls but either way it was definitely wrong. So for everyone wondering where men might wear these in public, small town Maine, apparently! Lol Oh, please be wrong about small town Maine! :scared: Please. ( I actually *can* picture one of my sons' friends wearing one of these just be goofy. He's that type to love the shock factor!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Neither of my guys would wear them but if I saw someone wearing it on the street I wouldn't give it a second thought. It's the same coverage as a shirt and shorts. And it's no odder than a man in a utilikilt. Or the guy I see at the college who wears flowing coullotes. (It wasn't the length that caught my eye but the flowing lines). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Oh, please be wrong about small town Maine! :scared: Please. ( I actually *can* picture one of my sons' friends wearing one of these just be goofy. He's that type to love the shock factor!) Sorry for the bad news! Nowhere is safe from questionable fashion choices, apparently... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainbowmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I told my husband he and the newborn should get matching rompers. He declined. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 It is a part of our culture's push for male clothing to look gender neutral. Have you seen the guy's section in department stores lately? My boys don't like to dress feminine and sometimes it seems hard to find things that aren't. How is this gender neutral though? My husband said so what is this...a onesie for an adult? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I could get behind the coulottes before I could get behind the rompers. But seriously, what is wrong with a good pair of blue jeans, boots, and a t-shirt, fer cryin' out loud? Just last night DH mentioned he actually hates jeans and we were trying to think of an alternative that would be the same amount of casual. DD and I were kind of shocked that he hates jeans. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 My DH hates jeans too. He wears khakis and polos. It's like the IT uniform or somethin...LOL 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) My DH also hates shorts...odd. Edited May 20, 2017 by SparklyUnicorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joules Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I think they are silly period. Gals or Guys. It's hard to pee in them. But I don't really care who wears them. Well, it is for women, but it might be a bit easier for the men. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Oh man, my teen just saw the link and thinks they "don't look too bad" in the right colors. Should I cry? Am I going to get kicked off the board? *hangs judgy head in shame* 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I think they are silly period. Gals or Guys. It's hard to pee in them. But I don't really care who wears them. Apparently it's very easy to pee in a romphim due to a zipper fly. The story is this group of business students were sitting around talking and their female friend loves rompers and how comfortable they are and one of them said he wished he could wear rompers and... this happened. She's jealous that they can pee easily in their romphims, but she still cannot in her rompers. If they start popping up in stores, women who don't fit the traditional sizing (torso length) of a women's romper can try out the men's sizing. They actually say that hard to size women may want to consider buying a romphim. If that woman actually wanted to wear a romper that is. It's quite a popular kickstarter. Within hours they had met their goal and then some. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/106904571/the-romphimtm-your-new-favorite-summer-outfit I highly recommend NOT watching the video. I am scarred for life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Just last night DH mentioned he actually hates jeans and we were trying to think of an alternative that would be the same amount of casual. DD and I were kind of shocked that he hates jeans. Both DH and DS hate jeans. I didn't get it until I discovered leggings...:) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Just last night DH mentioned he actually hates jeans and we were trying to think of an alternative that would be the same amount of casual. DD and I were kind of shocked that he hates jeans. My oldest son hates jeans, too. He prefers scrub pants. I buy them from Amazon for him in all sorts of colors. He loves them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 Oh man, my teen just saw the link and thinks they "don't look too bad" in the right colors. Should I cry? Am I going to get kicked off the board? *hangs judgy head in shame* I think you should start looking for a therapist. It takes a long time to get an appointment. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I think you should start looking for a therapist. It takes a long time to get an appointment. For me or for him? Legit question. ;) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted May 20, 2017 Author Share Posted May 20, 2017 For me or for him? Legit question. ;) I initially meant for you. But after thinking about this.... :laugh: I mean truly I don't care what any guy wears or wants to wear, but wowsers this is something that would make me look twice. LOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mimm Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 I saw this on FB yesterday. My comment was that they look like KenDoll in Toy Story 3. 😂 :lol: :lol: :lol: SO true! And Ken Doll pulls it off. ;) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayT Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Oh wow! These look like my old gym suit from junior high school. I hope your right and we don't see any of these in Texas!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 How is this gender neutral though? My husband said so what is this...a onesie for an adult? Oh, I really have no idea what those are :lol: I'm just saying that they are being marketed to men but the overall look is feminine. I see stuff like that in the women's section right now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Yup. Onesies for men. Do they have pop buttons on the crotch like the little onesies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 There's going to be a fourth of July print! I'm sure it'll be fetching! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixpix5 Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Oh. My. Goodness. It just screams 80s to me to be honest. I think paired with some haurache sandals and maybe throw a blazer over it with the sleeves rolled up and we are there. When I opened the link my musical brain started playing "wake me up, before you go go" :) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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