Oooh, if only one could post anonymously on this thread....
From the dumbing-down thread:
Well, and why not...Originally Posted by Katie
Women's dance wear: As I've said, I'm sometimes guilty of judging a book by it's cover, and assuming a certain level of experience goes with a certain set of clothes - I also then feel (probably unjustifiably and unfairly) a mite miffed if my expectations aren't met when I dance with someone, if there's a mismatch between my expectations and reality. I.e. if they're not as "good as they look" - if they're better than they look, wa-hey
The inverse also applies, in that I sometimes don't ask someone to dance because they don't look like they can - of course, it's a pleasant surprise when they turn out to be World Champion 2001-2005 and just slumming it.
So:
- Is this just me being superficial and dumb?
- Do others judge by dress code? If so, what criteria do you use?
- What do you like / dislike women to wear (for dancing, that is!)
Clive has already given an opinion, anyone else want to weigh in?
Oooh, if only one could post anonymously on this thread....
log out and then you can ! but we'll know now that its you...Originally Posted by El Salsero Gringo
I certainly do like sexy dresses but whenever I see a girl in one I become VERY sceptical. (we are talking dancing here )
As opposed to judging them as great dancers I instantly look at their footwork, foot positions, step width, tidy technique etc.. The rest becomes somehow secondary at that point and I only start later to look at it. It is kind of trying subconciously to determine which dance style they actually come from. Usually you can tell relatively easily, though, mostly I am not too impressed and lose all interest, which is kind of strange. So essentially it would appear as though girls in great outfits do have not as good a chance of me wanting to dance with them because I tax their abilities harsher.
Gotta love subtleness
So all us ladies out there are now wondering what dance messages we are conveying in what we wear.
Is it the sparklyness, the strappiness, the skimpiness, the siren-ness. I love sparkly but I always make sure it's a) stretchy and b) it stays in place.
Can't speak for any other ladies, but I find it impossible to assess a man's dance/lead ability by his dress (not puns in reply please!). Apart from men who wear zoot suit trousers are not likely to be beginners.
I have to agree with Andreas about ladies who wear dresses and sport fantastic legs - as an observer I am more aware of the precision of their footwork (apologies for swearing on the forum), and leg position. I think I can stand a lot more improvement in that area before I get my legs out too often - although I will take a chance and wear them at the champs!!!
What do other ladies think their dancewear conveys about them? Apart from Lily who can wear a dustbin liner and you can still tell she's a fantastic dancer
M
and its sickening !! I only wish I could look as good and dance as well.....Originally Posted by Mary
and yes it has got me wondering...... I have noticed that when I wear a dress I get asked less often... Also the more cleavage get out the less I get asked (which to me seems completely back to front, but hey ! I'm not a bloke)...
Perhaps some kind chap out there could explain....
Perhaps it's that us men are simple creatures, we can only think of one thing at a time. Or, putting it another way, we only have enough blood supply for one major organ at a time, and in dancing, we need to use our brainsOriginally Posted by foxylady
Or perhaps we're just scared off ...
Originally Posted by DavidJames
I have been told that I'm scary.... but I'm not as scary as Sal !!
Ya poor thingOriginally Posted by foxylady
What about non-appropriate attire for the ladies?
- I have found that these loose string vest over-shirts to be a trap for fingers.
- Metal link belts are just nasty for any hip lead or blocking moves.
- Dangly fronds may look cool and emphisise movement, but are also a potential finger trap.
- Big flowing skirts are sometimes hit and miss; depends on what happens when the lady spins in them- some seem to wrap themselves round my legs.
- If a skirt is relativly close fitting (and not stretchy) it can prevent some closer moves or lunges
- Sequins are a really strange texture and are quite uncomfortable for any contact lead on a sequined area.
- An explosion of zips and metal bits have also been known to catch my sleves any time I wear a shirt rather than a T-shirt.
I can’t help but notice ladies who ware those fabulous ra ra skits (or what ever they are called) are always good at spinning
That sparkly stuff that comes off, on my cars nice black upholstery, on the way to the danceOriginally Posted by Gadget
How about this? (Warning: possibly not work safe?).Originally Posted by Gadget
What was she thinking? In fact, was she thinking?
On behalf of all of us, can I just say "EWWWWW"Originally Posted by David Franklin
Poor woman, immortalised in that way...
Oh, and of course
She MUST be wearing flesh-coloured knickeers................musn't she?Originally Posted by David Franklin
Big knickers every time............after all BTC likes 'em.
M
Well, well, well.... Argintinians have tango and Brazilians do latin!! Tell me she's wearing flesh pants....Originally Posted by David Franklin
Anyway, back on topic:
If I'm dancing socially (which to be fair isn't often, being a humble DJ type) I tend not to ask what I would term "glamsters." I feel that those that have made the effort to look all glammed up generally get their fair share of dances so I'm happier to ask those on the side.
I may be miles off the mark with this wild assumption, but there we have it...
And how about this one . Like the outfit, shame about the accident with the fake tan though!
Greg
Oh my God! Looks like this must have been in the Intergalactic Open Competition!
Shall I stop with these now?
Greg
Yes, it started out as a nice cultured thread, you oik you...Originally Posted by Sheepman
Actually, they are pretty interesting pix - but what does "Professional Rising Star" mean as a title? Is she going to turn into a giant flaming ball of gas? Sounds a bit dangerous to me, of course I'm no expert
She's obviously Action Man's girlfriend - made of pink plastic and has no genitals.Originally Posted by David Franklin
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