I’d file these snarky comments under “things that would only ever be said on the internet and never in real life”. Wear what makes you feel good and happy. End of story.
I think this a combination of the post covid social environment and social media - people got used to dressing much more casually in 2020 and I don’t think we have come out of it, so when they see someone they perceive as overdressed, they take it as a personal affront. Meanwhile, I think this also speaks to people not understanding how social media works. If you don’t follow that person, but you engage with them, you’re now curating your personal feed, but not everything on the internet is specifically for you! Those of us who followed you for years know you always look fabulous and are a great source of wardrobe inspiration!
I thought the response was WILD! People want to feel validated in their own choices, so when they dress super casually and you say you don’t, they think you’re making a comment on *their* outfit choices… even though that’s not at all what you’re doing! I’m like you and prefer to be overdressed than under dressed in nearly every scenario!
I’ve followed you for over a decade and also can’t remember a time when one of your posts ignited such a debate. My east coast club doesn’t have swim meets (it’s such an old school vibe that requests to start a swim team have been rejected because of concerns that meets are “too loud” 🤣), but dress code/traditions are taken seriously so I co-sign all of the above. And even if not, WHO CARES. Agree with first commenter, wear what you want. Your humorous response was spot-on and why I love following you!
It boils down to the fact that people dress like slobs more often than not these days. I am at stay at home mom and will not wear athleisure and get comments all the time about being so dressed up. I'm not dressed up, I'm just not wearing clothes that are meant for the gym 24/7 like most people. Good for you and your club for dressing up, I wish my area did that more. I'm in San Diego, land of beachy slobs where even the country clubs are super casual.
I read your post and it brought back so many wonderful memories of my daughters country club swim meets and synchro competitions! Yes, we dressed up, drank cocktails (unless we were timing), chatted with friends from our club and the other, ended the evening with dinner and often a DJ. The parents had fun and so did the kids! Country club meets aren't necessarily serious swimming but lots of FUN! So sorry for the backlash!
“The only time my kids notice what I’m wearing is if my toddler realizes it’s nighttime and I’m dressed up and a babysitter may be coming over.” Lol 😂 💯
Fort Worth, Texas here (HOT), and we have the exact same club meet set up. I’d say 80% look cute (I like to!) and 20% in athleisure.
This thread was wild, the first swim meet I showed up to, I was in a tennis dress and felt very underdressed. Maybe it is a Midwest thing but people do dress nice. Someone in the comments said people show up in shorts and a ten year old vacation t-shirt...that would not fly at our club no matter the event....anyways, I don't know why people care so much, I loved your outfit and you looked great!
I’d file these snarky comments under “things that would only ever be said on the internet and never in real life”. Wear what makes you feel good and happy. End of story.
I think this a combination of the post covid social environment and social media - people got used to dressing much more casually in 2020 and I don’t think we have come out of it, so when they see someone they perceive as overdressed, they take it as a personal affront. Meanwhile, I think this also speaks to people not understanding how social media works. If you don’t follow that person, but you engage with them, you’re now curating your personal feed, but not everything on the internet is specifically for you! Those of us who followed you for years know you always look fabulous and are a great source of wardrobe inspiration!
I thought the response was WILD! People want to feel validated in their own choices, so when they dress super casually and you say you don’t, they think you’re making a comment on *their* outfit choices… even though that’s not at all what you’re doing! I’m like you and prefer to be overdressed than under dressed in nearly every scenario!
I’ve followed you for over a decade and also can’t remember a time when one of your posts ignited such a debate. My east coast club doesn’t have swim meets (it’s such an old school vibe that requests to start a swim team have been rejected because of concerns that meets are “too loud” 🤣), but dress code/traditions are taken seriously so I co-sign all of the above. And even if not, WHO CARES. Agree with first commenter, wear what you want. Your humorous response was spot-on and why I love following you!
It boils down to the fact that people dress like slobs more often than not these days. I am at stay at home mom and will not wear athleisure and get comments all the time about being so dressed up. I'm not dressed up, I'm just not wearing clothes that are meant for the gym 24/7 like most people. Good for you and your club for dressing up, I wish my area did that more. I'm in San Diego, land of beachy slobs where even the country clubs are super casual.
I love your outfits! These commenters would probably hate to see what I wear to the grocery store 😂 (spoiler: it’s not athleisure)
I read your post and it brought back so many wonderful memories of my daughters country club swim meets and synchro competitions! Yes, we dressed up, drank cocktails (unless we were timing), chatted with friends from our club and the other, ended the evening with dinner and often a DJ. The parents had fun and so did the kids! Country club meets aren't necessarily serious swimming but lots of FUN! So sorry for the backlash!
“The only time my kids notice what I’m wearing is if my toddler realizes it’s nighttime and I’m dressed up and a babysitter may be coming over.” Lol 😂 💯
Fort Worth, Texas here (HOT), and we have the exact same club meet set up. I’d say 80% look cute (I like to!) and 20% in athleisure.
Love the inspo and your humor 😝
What Gianna said!! Also - if only people would get that fired up about real things that matter right now.
This thread was wild, the first swim meet I showed up to, I was in a tennis dress and felt very underdressed. Maybe it is a Midwest thing but people do dress nice. Someone in the comments said people show up in shorts and a ten year old vacation t-shirt...that would not fly at our club no matter the event....anyways, I don't know why people care so much, I loved your outfit and you looked great!