A while back, I loaded my car with several bags of clothes and shoes and donated them to a charity. Today, I looked squarely at some of the items that survived the purge and thought maybe they should go, too.
With massive progress on our plumbing project -- we now have new drain pipes from the 2nd floor sink and tub to the basement -- my husband is at the stage where he needs to get to an access panel to install a new pipe to vent the bathtub drain pipe. The access panel is in the very back of my bedroom closet.
So I emptied my closet today and had another look at the clothing I chose to keep.
In particular, my vest collection.
They're from the 80s and 90s. I loved my vests. Truth is, I haven't worn them in quite some time. I don't know if they'll ever be fashionable again, or that they ever were fashionable in the first place!
So tell me. Do you think these will ever be in style again? You can give it to be straight. I can take it. (Click photo to admire the vests in all their glory.)
I am no fashionista, nor will I ever pretend to be, so this opinion is a completely unprofessional one. But I would have to say no. It was a sad day when I had to throw out of 80s and 90s collection of stretch pants, as well, but I believe the world is a better place because of my decision.
Posted by: Kristi | Thursday, January 26, 2006 at 03:38 PM
OH GOD, NO! (I got rid of mine, too!) And if they do come back in, you aren't "allowed" to wear them, k?
Those are great!!!
Posted by: nat | Thursday, January 26, 2006 at 05:05 PM
Boy those take me back. Keep the picture and let go of the vests.Easier said than done I know, but be strong.
Posted by: Sarcasmom | Thursday, January 26, 2006 at 07:57 PM
I'm with Sarcasmom. Keep the photo, ditch the vests. Be strong. You can do it.
Posted by: Melody | Thursday, January 26, 2006 at 09:22 PM
What, they aren't STILL in style?
I used to love my vests. Keep them!
Posted by: running2ks | Thursday, January 26, 2006 at 11:16 PM
I say to keep your favorite and donate the rest. I have my favorite vest and I refuse to get rid of it!!! I moved it 700 miles, so you are entitled to keep 1. :-)
Caryl
Posted by: Caryl | Friday, January 27, 2006 at 08:31 AM
I would say it's time to let them go. Their time has passed. :)
Posted by: Mama! Mama! | Friday, January 27, 2006 at 11:02 AM
I married you when you were still wearing those vests. There's just no predicting what the consequences of getting rid of them may be to our marriage. Who knows?...maybe it'll help?
; )
Posted by: Mr. Marie | Friday, January 27, 2006 at 12:45 PM
Gosh, I think I had the two vests to the left and right. No idea where they are now.
You may keep them if you like, but as keepsakes *only*.
Posted by: Arethusa | Friday, January 27, 2006 at 01:31 PM
Wow, well it's practically unanimous! The two on the ends in front were my favorites. I wore them many many many times. If you know me, you probably recognize them. ...heavy sigh....
Posted by: Marie | Friday, January 27, 2006 at 02:34 PM