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Post by tampascrapper on Jul 31, 2014 1:10:35 GMT
Will I look too touristy if I wear yoga pants and carry a backpack? I normally don't carry a backpack but I know I need to have a jacket with me just in case it gets cool. I don't want to have to carry the jacket with me. I usually carry a big purse do I have room for my camera, a bottle if water, an umbrella (sometimes), etc. there just isn't room for a jacket so I was considering leaving the purse and switching to a cute backpack. Thanks for any advice  |
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Post by camcas on Jul 31, 2014 1:24:40 GMT
be comfy,enjoy yourself ,take lots of pics, and go for the cute backpack!!
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Post by doesitmatter on Jul 31, 2014 1:35:26 GMT
yes you will look touristy but be comfortable ...besides there are tons of tourists there - you'll fit in.
Just FYI it seems a lot of people dress up in San Francisco when I am there a few weekends a year. Very trendy and nice, but causal.
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Post by GiantsFan on Jul 31, 2014 1:35:46 GMT
No. I think that's perfect.
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Post by tampascrapper on Jul 31, 2014 2:00:03 GMT
Thanks for the replies. During my trip to NYC a few months ago I wore yoga pants most days and a maxi dress one day. I definite go for comfort. But I just had a big purse that could hold all my stuff so I did look so much like a tourist. As a poster said, there will be lots of tourists. So I think I'll just go with the backpack so I can have a jacket with me in case I need it.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2014 2:09:39 GMT
I work in the Financial District of San Francisco and carry a backpack. And so do a lot of other folks. People dress up or not. Dress to be comfortable and have a good time! You'll be fine.
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Post by ~summer~ on Jul 31, 2014 2:15:28 GMT
I work in the Financial District of San Francisco and carry a backpack. I do too krazyscrapper! but to the OP -- Not at all. A lot of business people carry their laptops in a backpack. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jul 31, 2014 2:16:45 GMT
Trust us, you will fit right in. In SF you see everything under the sun and no one bats an eye.
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Post by ntsf on Jul 31, 2014 2:16:59 GMT
leave the umbrella at home...if coming before october. yoga pants and backpack fits right in. the thing about sf..everything is pretty casual...and you will see everything.
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Post by scrapsuzy on Jul 31, 2014 3:19:53 GMT
We saw two different men on different days (or the same guy got a haircut and shaved) who were walking down the street with nothing but a thong and a fanny-pack. So yeah, I think pretty much anything goes. |
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Post by oblibby on Jul 31, 2014 6:35:07 GMT
Wear what you enjoy wearing. That way you'll feel comfortable and won't feel that everyone's staring at you (they won't be but you'll feel like they are if you're wearing clothes you're not comfortable in).
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Post by omarakbt on Jul 31, 2014 7:23:49 GMT
Smart remark, if you are wearing clothes you'll fit right in. You see EVERYTHING! Yoga pants and a backpack would cause no notice at all
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Post by lovestocreate on Jul 31, 2014 7:25:59 GMT
I agree with what has already been said here. I'm a NorCal girl myself and carry a backpack to work every day.
Have fun!
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Post by Scarlet Ohana on Jul 31, 2014 7:45:41 GMT
You'll be fine! I was there today and I saw plenty of yoga pants & backpacks. You'll be using your jacket for sure. I came from Sacramento and it was in the 100's and it was so cool and refreshing in the City I didn't want to leave. Enjoy your visit!  |
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Post by gotranch on Jul 31, 2014 7:49:55 GMT
Sounds perfect to me! Enjoy your trip!
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Post by monklady123 on Jul 31, 2014 10:59:16 GMT
I've never been to San Francisco, so take the advice of those people here who have. But, my thought is that it's okay to look like a tourist because you ARE a tourist. Now I understand there are extremes to "looking like a tourist" -- for example, the stereotypical (like from those old comedy movies) guy in plaid shorts, tee shirt, huge camera hanging around his neck, loud voice, etc.... But, you can be comfortable without going that far. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2014 11:12:20 GMT
You are going to act like a tourist so no real reason to worry about looking like one. Your actions will make you look like one.
Used to people tried not to look like tourists because tourists carried lots of cash which made them targets for thieves. Now, credit cards are taken everywhere. If you absolutely have to have cash it isn't hard to find an atm to get the amount you need instead of carrying it around just in case you need it.
Enjoy your trip.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jul 31, 2014 13:46:05 GMT
We saw two different men on different days (or the same guy got a haircut and shaved) who were walking down the street with nothing but a thong and a fanny-pack. So yeah, I think pretty much anything goes. Ewwww! That's just freaking gross! Who the hell wears a fanny-pack anymore?!   |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2014 14:09:26 GMT
We saw two different men on different days (or the same guy got a haircut and shaved) who were walking down the street with nothing but a thong and a fanny-pack. So yeah, I think pretty much anything goes. And this is why I love San Francisco....this happens and no one really cares! |
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Post by ntsf on Jul 31, 2014 14:47:06 GMT
the biggest problem thief wise is stealing phones. keep them put away, d0n't put on a table, watch where you use it.
a local wears a hoody or has a sweater with them...like today, I can't see more than 100 ft from house due to fog..and the high today will be 60.
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Post by tampascrapper on Jul 31, 2014 15:17:11 GMT
We saw two different men on different days (or the same guy got a haircut and shaved) who were walking down the street with nothing but a thong and a fanny-pack. So yeah, I think pretty much anything goes. Ewwww! That's just freaking gross! Who the hell wears a fanny-pack anymore?! That's do funny because it was my thought as well! |
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Post by tampascrapper on Jul 31, 2014 15:22:55 GMT
Thanks for all the replies. I am going to start looking for a cute backpack that is fairly cheap since I don't use one often. Can't wait for my trip in September |
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Post by lindywholoveskids on Jul 31, 2014 15:53:47 GMT
ahh- September! it might (not the 'might') be a bit warmer here in September.we always bring layers though. Rain? What's that??
Enjoy our beautiful City, and hopefully more of the Bay Area as well!!
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Post by lindywholoveskids on Jul 31, 2014 15:55:16 GMT
I meant "note" the 'might'!!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2014 16:00:03 GMT
We saw two different men on different days (or the same guy got a haircut and shaved) who were walking down the street with nothing but a thong and a fanny-pack. So yeah, I think pretty much anything goes. Ewwww! That's just freaking gross! Who the hell wears a fanny-pack anymore?! A guy wearning a pocketless thong! That is who still wears a fanny pack. Gotta have some place to put the wallet and phone. |
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