Shopping and the male speices.

Gabriel · 07-29-2002, 09:29 PM

Most men I know feelings towards cloths shopping range from a dislike to hate. While women enjoy it.
The males only do it if they need something but females seem to pass time with it, often hours and buying very little in that time.
Now having FAR too much time on my hands I noticed that this seems to because of the range of products available, men have 4 collar styles and 3 arm styles which makes up there tops while women have these same one but the ranges of tops includes items like backless.
The same can be said for trousers, long shorts, short shorts, full leg for men and these plus half shin length and skirts (To many to list) for women.
This pattern can be seen is in all clothing ranges and has led me to form this ideal.
If men had a greater range they would enjoy shopping more. When children they notice the small range and keeping the same kinds over and over, they lose interest due to this lack of choice and come to see it a choir, leading them as children to complain. This cause the parents to only take them when they really need something. Women see the greater range and beginning to enjoy the power of choice and grow up to find it fun as then children they are taken more due to their lack of complaints.
Now if range of cloths were wider for boy they would enjoy shopping more as adults but as adult males are used to the limited range they see any person outside the range as odd (such as men in skirts) and therefore they do not see the need to expand the range, caused the next generation to fall into the same pattern.

Anyone agree, disagree?
I know it doesn't seem like a topic to discuss but I wanted to get this ideal out there, and well it was either this or attempt to chat about the third series of Digmon or how Dylon Hunts crappy show named for it ship sucks ever scince the got rid of the funky bag pipes at the start.

Lady Blue03 · 07-29-2002, 09:36 PM

I kind of agree, only because i do know a few guys who like to shop

Wilbur · 07-29-2002, 09:37 PM

I'm a guy and i like to shop even though i dont have skirts that are made for me. Hmmm... anyone here wear kilts?

Neb · 07-29-2002, 09:39 PM

I don't mind a lack of choices. If I had a hundred choices it'd make shopping even MORE of a chore for me [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Gabriel · 07-29-2002, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Neb:
I don't mind a lack of choices. If I had a hundred choices it'd make shopping even MORE of a chore for me [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Ah that because you got'en used to the lack of choice, if you had more choice to begin with you enjoy it more now. [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Quote:

Originally posted by Wilbur:
I'm a guy and i like to shop even though i dont have skirts that are made for me. Hmmm... anyone here wear kilts?

Kilts are kilts but I'm talking full length evening growns.

[ 07-29-2002, 09:49 PM: Message edited by: Gabriel ]

Ladyzekke · 07-29-2002, 09:58 PM

I hate shopping myself. If I need something I power my way through a mall and get it as quick as possible so I can get out of there LOL. Where I live there are TONS of boys and mens clothing stores, no shortage AT ALL. What there IS a shortage of, is clothes that fit me, clothes for people who are short and slim (5 feet tall 98 pounds). Used to be different ten years ago, there were many stores I could go to that had clothes that fit me, but all of them LOL, has gone out of business. Because of that, I walk around mostly swimming in my clothing cause it's a bit too big. Guess it depends on where you live what clothing choices you have. I think most places go by what they interpret as the "norm" demand-wise in an area and focus on that, what sells the most, what will make them the most money...

Deathcow · 07-29-2002, 10:20 PM

What are all these "choices" you're talking about? There are...shirts...and...pants. Shopping doesn't bother me, it takes about ten minutes every few months.

adam warlock · 07-29-2002, 10:23 PM

I honestly don't know... they zip into the stores and out... so I can't tell you.
As for my brothers... if something catches their eye, they'll ... linger...

Aelia Jusa · 07-29-2002, 10:53 PM

Hey good theory! Considering say window shopping. Most women like to go look at clothes, even if they aren't buying stuff. Most men wouldn't though. And most women enjoy looking in catalogues or magazines at clothes, again men don't generally. Maybe it is because there's so much more to choose from with women whereas men are just looking at pants and shirts. Like for instance, when women go to a formal event, it's a huge deal getting a dress and shoes and getting your hair done and all. Men get a suit and brush their short hairdo. A lot less involved so probably less interesting. Same with shoes! I love shoes, shopping for them or looking at catalogues. Because they're so much fun, with colours and styles and heels and no heels and so on. Men get to wear about four different shoe styles and that's it.

Actually one thing I think is really dumb, is that all men get to wear to formal or semi-formal events is a suit - so boring and with no way to express your individuality except with your tie, but also really impractical when it's hot. But it's not acceptable for them to wear a short sleeved shirt or pants while women can wear teeny little dresses.

Neb · 07-30-2002, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gabriel:

quote:
Originally posted by Neb:
I don't mind a lack of choices. If I had a hundred choices it'd make shopping even MORE of a chore for me [img]tongue.gif[/img]

Ah that because you got'en used to the lack of choice, if you had more choice to begin with you enjoy it more now. [img]tongue.gif[/img]
[/QUOTE]Doubtful [img]tongue.gif[/img] I just don't care about choice [img]tongue.gif[/img] As long as it's a colour that I like and comfy to wear I'll choose it [img]tongue.gif[/img] Oh, and doesn't cost a small fortune [img]tongue.gif[/img]

07-29-2002, 09:36 PM	#2
Lady Blue03 Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: January 18, 2002 Age: 38 Posts: 4,557	I kind of agree, only because i do know a few guys who like to shop __________________ Yep I'm still lurking!

07-29-2002, 09:58 PM	#6
Ladyzekke Ironworks Atomic Moderator Join Date: January 7, 2001 Location: Virginia, U.S.A. Age: 57 Posts: 9,005	I hate shopping myself. If I need something I power my way through a mall and get it as quick as possible so I can get out of there LOL. Where I live there are TONS of boys and mens clothing stores, no shortage AT ALL. What there IS a shortage of, is clothes that fit me, clothes for people who are short and slim (5 feet tall 98 pounds). Used to be different ten years ago, there were many stores I could go to that had clothes that fit me, but all of them LOL, has gone out of business. Because of that, I walk around mostly swimming in my clothing cause it's a bit too big. Guess it depends on where you live what clothing choices you have. I think most places go by what they interpret as the "norm" demand-wise in an area and focus on that, what sells the most, what will make them the most money... __________________ Reality Show Recaps

07-29-2002, 10:23 PM	#8
adam warlock Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: January 7, 2001 Location: I live inside of my mind..... Age: 53 Posts: 3,234	I honestly don't know... they zip into the stores and out... so I can't tell you. As for my brothers... if something catches their eye, they'll ... linger... __________________ [url]\"http://motdw.comicgenesis.com\" target=\"_blank\"><br /> [img]\"http://motdw.keenspace.com/images/lymanimaca.txt\" alt=\" - \" /></a><br /><br />my karma ran over your dogma

07-29-2002, 10:53 PM	#9
Aelia Jusa Iron Throne Cult Join Date: August 23, 2001 Location: Brisbane, Australia Age: 42 Posts: 4,867	Hey good theory! Considering say window shopping. Most women like to go look at clothes, even if they aren't buying stuff. Most men wouldn't though. And most women enjoy looking in catalogues or magazines at clothes, again men don't generally. Maybe it is because there's so much more to choose from with women whereas men are just looking at pants and shirts. Like for instance, when women go to a formal event, it's a huge deal getting a dress and shoes and getting your hair done and all. Men get a suit and brush their short hairdo. A lot less involved so probably less interesting. Same with shoes! I love shoes, shopping for them or looking at catalogues. Because they're so much fun, with colours and styles and heels and no heels and so on. Men get to wear about four different shoe styles and that's it. Actually one thing I think is really dumb, is that all men get to wear to formal or semi-formal events is a suit - so boring and with no way to express your individuality except with your tie, but also really impractical when it's hot. But it's not acceptable for them to wear a short sleeved shirt or pants while women can wear teeny little dresses. __________________

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07-29-2002, 09:29 PM	#1
Gabriel Emerald Dragon Join Date: March 4, 2001 Location: England Age: 41 Posts: 920	Most men I know feelings towards cloths shopping range from a dislike to hate. While women enjoy it. The males only do it if they need something but females seem to pass time with it, often hours and buying very little in that time. Now having FAR too much time on my hands I noticed that this seems to because of the range of products available, men have 4 collar styles and 3 arm styles which makes up there tops while women have these same one but the ranges of tops includes items like backless. The same can be said for trousers, long shorts, short shorts, full leg for men and these plus half shin length and skirts (To many to list) for women. This pattern can be seen is in all clothing ranges and has led me to form this ideal. If men had a greater range they would enjoy shopping more. When children they notice the small range and keeping the same kinds over and over, they lose interest due to this lack of choice and come to see it a choir, leading them as children to complain. This cause the parents to only take them when they really need something. Women see the greater range and beginning to enjoy the power of choice and grow up to find it fun as then children they are taken more due to their lack of complaints. Now if range of cloths were wider for boy they would enjoy shopping more as adults but as adult males are used to the limited range they see any person outside the range as odd (such as men in skirts) and therefore they do not see the need to expand the range, caused the next generation to fall into the same pattern. Anyone agree, disagree? I know it doesn't seem like a topic to discuss but I wanted to get this ideal out there, and well it was either this or attempt to chat about the third series of Digmon or how Dylon Hunts crappy show named for it ship sucks ever scince the got rid of the funky bag pipes at the start.

07-29-2002, 09:37 PM	#3
Wilbur Zhentarim Guard Join Date: May 25, 2002 Location: Centerville, Ohio Age: 35 Posts: 374	I'm a guy and i like to shop even though i dont have skirts that are made for me. Hmmm... anyone here wear kilts?

07-29-2002, 09:39 PM	#4
Neb Account deleted by Request Join Date: May 17, 2001 Location: . Age: 38 Posts: 8,802	I don't mind a lack of choices. If I had a hundred choices it'd make shopping even MORE of a chore for me [img]tongue.gif[/img]

07-29-2002, 10:20 PM	#7
Deathcow Elminster Join Date: January 24, 2002 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 39 Posts: 467	What are all these "choices" you're talking about? There are...shirts...and...pants. Shopping doesn't bother me, it takes about ten minutes every few months.

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