Does it matter what you wear?

[Sparkles]

Someone should organise a 'themed' evening, where everyone has to wear a item of clothing with an animal print? *ROAR*

That would require someone being organised...
S. x

[Rhythm King]

Someone should organise a 'themed' evening, where everyone has to wear a item of clothing with an animal print? *ROAR*

EASY All the guys wear their usual MJ black and come as panthers, ready to stalk the dance floor (note: quoting The Len Goodman Dancer from Strictly Come Dancing rather than suggesting anything pervy. Just thought I ought to make that point )

[Lynn]

Maybe I'm a typical woman, but I wear what I feel in the mood to wear a lot of the time and would also apply this to some extent to dancing, even if its a bit 'more dressed up' or 'less dressed up' than usual. Yes, I will dress up for a party, but sometimes I will also be a bit more dressed up even for a regular night. I love the fact you can get more dressed up to go dancing if you want!

[bigdjiver]

It is possible that if a woman is too well dressed some men will find it intimidating.
Firstly there is the "do not disturb perfection" syndrome. This was noted in supermarkets, where they found shoppers were reluctant to remove items from beautifully formed stacks.
Secondly, there is the "she's too good for me" syndrome.
Thirdly, the "she's here to get a man" syndrome. I did deliberately ignore one such beautifully dressed beginner, on this basis, and, since she was the most beautiful woman there, (in my eyes), I did not think she would be short of partners, or take more than a couple of visits to find a beau. It was not until about the fourth week that I started to question my assumptions when I saw that she was getting very few dances. I eventually asked her to dance just to find out what was wrong with her, and it was nothing that I ever found. She still is one of my favourite partners.

[Zebra Woman]

That would require someone being organised...
S. x

Yeah an animal themed night would be perfect for me, I could supply six zebra tops to dress a small herd.

[Sparkles]

Yeah an animal themed night would be perfect for me, I could supply six zebra tops to dress a small herd.

I'm more of a leopard-girl myself (but I guess I could exchange my spots for stripes for a special occasion!)

[Zebra Woman]

For the first time I noticed I could edit my post. So I did.
Never noticed that before.. Could be useful in future....

[Alfie]

Alfie, you always look fabulous

Awww Thankyou

[Rachel]

Maybe I'm a typical woman, but I wear what I feel in the mood to wear a lot of the time and would also apply this to some extent to dancing, even if its a bit 'more dressed up' or 'less dressed up' than usual. Yes, I will dress up for a party, but sometimes I will also be a bit more dressed up even for a regular night. I love the fact you can get more dressed up to go dancing if you want!

Totally agree with this, Lynn. Sometimes I really feel like dressing up, even if it's 'just the usual local class' and many times I can't be bothered, or don't have the time or energy. It's certainly true that, the longer I do MJ, the less I can be bothered to dress up. Previously, I'd never leave the front door without earrings, full make-up, etc etc.

But is it only me who, if I'm told or or see that I'm expected to dress up for an event, will automatically do the opposite. I don't understand why, but I hate it when I feel I have to dress smart. Nobody's going to tell me what to wear!!

I really don't care what other people are wearing. Or even notice most of the time - except when I'm demonstrating which is such a great opportunity to look down from the stage at some of the wonderful outfits the ladies might be wearing.

For men - I'm honestly not bothered if they're suited, casual, or what. Though I definitely prefer my men to be casually-clothed - I'm not a fan of suits or dinner jackets at all. But the only thing I really don't like is men wearing shorts for dancing. No matter how hot it is!

Rachel

[under par]

Though I definitely prefer my men to be casually-clothed - I'm not a fan of suits or dinner jackets at all. But the only thing I really don't like is men wearing shorts for dancing. No matter how hot it is!

Rachel

Shorts are awful on men at dances and classes.

Mens legs are just not nice and should be kept covered, especially mine.....

there is something delightful and pleasing about the shape and form of female legs that really does not exist in mens.

Ban shorts from all venues!!!!! lets start a petition!

[Zebra Woman]

Shorts are awful on men at dances and classes.

Mens legs are just not nice and should be kept covered, especially mine.....

Ban shorts from all venues!!!!! lets start a petition!

You wouldn't get my name on your list Under Par, one my favourite dancers wears shorts. It makes him easy to find and point out to people, and allows for some skin on skin contact too.....

[under par]

You wouldn't get my name on your list Under Par, one my favourite dancers wears shorts. It makes him easy to find and point out to people, and allows for some skin on skin contact too.....

I take it thats why the visit to the seaside then next week (Bournemouth)

Lots of shorts and Speedos.

Have a great time

[baldrick]

Hey if legs on show are banned for us men, how will we ever get the use from our kilts?

[angelique]

I personally love to see people making an effort and most of the time I do try ...........
Let me let you into a secret...c'm ere girls..........have NEVER danced in a short dress or skirt..am keeping my legs well and truly hidden!! Health and safety you understand! Would love to have the courage though to wear one of those calf length circle skirts as imagine would feel soooooooooooo luverly Lory managed to get me out of my slippers and "comfort cardi" after Camber this year after she threatened me... . One thing would love to know is how to stay fresh and lovely looking after a hard nights dancing which, sorry to say and admit, makes me sweat lots!!
Also the most important thing on deciding what to wear is..........will I stay in this outfit and NOT fall out of it????

[Forte]

I don't notice or care too much what a guy is wearing but my pet hate is soaking wet T shirts from the unavoidable sweating (sorry perspiring) we all do at a frantic dance night. I think people who take a change of top are really sensible and considerate.

[bigdjiver]

Added to the no-nos tonight - trouser materials that become transparent when wet. (It was a warm one, wasn't it?)

[Zebra Woman]

Hey if legs on show are banned for us men, how will we ever get the use from our kilts?

Hey Baldrick, I'm sure no-one is objecting to kilts, surely not....

Kilts are even better than shorts IMHO, I love the built in portable fan effect, and the way the fabric brushes against my thighs ....I'm sure I've said that before somewhere...oops

I'm afraid I gave preferential treatment to men in kilts at Southport So glad I did, as I haven't seen a single one since then.

[Emma]

Shorts and kilts are a world apart....kilts are sexy!

[Lory]

Shorts and kilts are a world apart....kilts are sexy!

[baldrick]

Shorts and kilts are a world apart....kilts are sexy!

ooh goody