Summer Skirt

Among the sentences I never thought I'd get to say in this lifetime is -- I found the prettiest skirt and can't wait to show you!!

Is your wardrobe ready for Summer?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'm Odd But Happy

I have two deep passions -- thrifting and motorcycling. Both bring me joy.

Last month when the weather finally turned nice, I vowed to ride more. But where? My brain searched for destinations. Then it hit me -- I can travel to thrift-stores in faraway places that, because of their distance, I'd never been to before. It's a brilliant concept -- I enjoy the long rides there and get to shop in new stores.

Thrift-stores offer me treasures -- feminine clothing that not only expands my wardrobe but broadens my life-experiences. For an affordable price ($5-10), I get a ticket to female adventure. It's great fun to learn how maxi-dresses feel on your body, to grasp why bodysuits are loved and hated by many, and to explore new styles. Most of you know I have deep yearnings to attend a prom or fancy ball; wearing elegant gowns may be as close as I'll ever get.

Today was a good day. After knocking off work early, I rode my trusty steed (BMW K1200LT) to two thrift-stores in distant lands. At one, unknown to me, I was watched as I pulled in. As usual, I headed first to the fancy gown section to see what was available. I spotted an elegant, long grey gown that retails for $300-500. The price was marked $19.99 and, because it's Wednesday, everything in the store was 50% off. So I bought an expensive fancy gown for $10. That's a bargain!

As I was leaving, a well-dressed older gentlemen stopped me and complimented my motorcycle. He launched into a long conversation about how he's wanted to ride motorcycles his entire life. We chatted for over twenty minutes and he ate up my tales of motorcycling adventure. Many non-riders love the vicarious thrills we riders offer through our stories. The man and I had a nice time talking. Then I saddled up and headed off, as he admired the smooth poise of my graceful handling of a big machine. I control this 800-lb monster like a part of my body.

During our entire conversation, I was holding a woman's fancy ball-gown in my arms. Yes, there's something incongruous about wearing biker-gear (black leather jacket, heavy boots, etc.) and browsing through racks of dainty sundresses. But it's what I enjoy doing and, currently, it's legal.

Do you do things that surprise people?

Things I Saw Today

 

 

 

Back To The Seventies!

I grew up in the 1970's. I was twelve when they started and 23 when they were over. Those are critical years. I focused on fashion, culture, music and life.

I loved what the girls were wearing then and was sad I couldn't join them. My memories of those clothes are suffused with poignancy and longing. So when I heard recently that the Seventies are coming back into fashion, I thought here's my chance! Here's my opportunity to do now what I couldn't the first time around.

I was shopping at a store called Joyce Leslie last week and spotted a white bodysuit. I wrote about bodysuits recently and was eager to try one myself. This beauty is white and lacey with, best of all, flared sleeves! Nothing says Seventies like flare.

What do you think? Would you wear flared sleeves?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More Michi Magic

During our photoshoot, Michi took over 200 pictures. We selected nine of them for editing. I showed you five in the first post; here are the other four.

It's interesting to reflect on these images, particularly from a distance. They feel surreal in a way, decidedly detached from my normal life. And yet, undeniably, that's me in them. I'm appearing like I've always wanted to appear -- and never thought I could. It's kinda like waking up and realizing, through the haze, that what you thought was a dream is actually real.

What's your experience with dreams and real life?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sensual Pleasure

Have you ever worn anything that gave you sensual pleasure? I mean, pleasure through your senses? I just discovered an item that is blasting me into sheer bliss.

I have little experience wearing long skirts and used to think they were dowdy. But dozens of friends claim that maxi-dresses are fun and pleasant. I doubted them but thought I'd experiment. Last week, while visiting a TJMAXX for the first time, I spotted a cute red-and-white striped maxi-dress for only $16. I snapped it up as my first foray into long skirts. I'm glad I did!

The dress is clingy but stretchy. Its super-soft fabric caresses me like a full-body hug. Wearing it, I'm constantly aware of its presence as every move reminds me. I smoothe, pull and tug it which sounds annoying but is the exact opposite -- a frequent reminder of how sensual the dress is. Honestly I've never worn anything that made me feel so feminine. I find myself smiling unconsciously as bliss bubbles to the surface of my mind.

Plus, its bright-red color matches my toes perfectly!

You may think this odd but the joy I'm getting from this dress -- which I wear non-stop every day lounging at home -- isn't how it looks but how it feels. Sure, I catch glimpses of it in the mirror but the real pleasure is how my body feels when it's on. This morning, I woke up thinking I can't wait to get a chance to wear it today just for that feeling. The feeling is like the euphoria people get from drugs. I'm addicted!

Have you ever experienced this? With what type of clothing?

Majorette Ally

In our dreams, we're young and pretty. In reality, not so much. But it's healthy to pursue our dreams anyway, at any age.

From the time I was little, I wanted to twirl a baton. But I was never allowed. Now, I'm old and there's nobody to stop me so I bought one last month. I've been playing with the baton ever since. Twirling is fun and harder than you expect. There are many different moves and they aren't easy.

I've watched every twirling video on YouTube for instruction and pleasure. It probably seems weird that a 57-year old man is learning how to twirl a baton from a 8-year old girl but, hey, that's my life.

I tried to take some pictures but honestly they came out lousy. I don't have much opportunity to shoot outdoors and the lighting was bad. Plus, my photos will never compare to the high quality Michi just exhibited so I'm almost embarrassed to show you these. Focus on the twirling and poses instead of the mediocre photography, okay?

Do you have any childhood dreams you never fulfilled?  There's still time, you know!