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Post by artgirl1 on Jun 21, 2018 20:42:56 GMT
[/div][/div] Right?! I am closer to 55 than 50, and I still do wear shorts. Longer ones to be sure, but yes. My oldest sister is 59 3/4 and she will not wear them anymore. And then she constantly gritches about being hot. Living in TX, I predict I shall wear shorts until I am checked out. {ETA: I guess I should add that both legs were burned when I was 16 between the knee and hip, and I gave up long ago worrying over the appearance of my legs. And honestly anymore I do not even "see" my scars, and I've never had anyone say anything to me about them either.}[/quote] Good for you Pennyscraps! I wear longer shorts also, and I am 65. My height and weight are proportionate, but I have some veins and scars on my legs and feet, (and 17 scars on my torso). My heart goes out to anyone who is uncomfortable about their scars (and I was for many years). I have also always worn v necks because of comfort and I think they are more flattering. I had bypass surgery a couple of months ago, and cannot stand anything touching the scar, so continue my Vnecks. I was in Walmart last month and the cashier said "That's nasty looking. I can't believe you make people look at that". Seriously?, you are offended by my survival scar, but not the woman behind me in pjs and bunny slippers and facial piercings? I choose to believe that who I am now is much more important than the physical view other people have of me.
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Post by shelby on Jun 21, 2018 20:46:45 GMT
At 83, nope, got going to happen. The heat isn't over the top here most of the time so I;m just fine in my jeans.
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Post by pennyscraps on Jun 21, 2018 20:48:10 GMT
artgirl1, I would have had a hard time not giving her a piece of mind. People can be so insensitive.
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Post by elaine on Jun 21, 2018 20:56:03 GMT
[/div][/div] Right?! I am closer to 55 than 50, and I still do wear shorts. Longer ones to be sure, but yes. My oldest sister is 59 3/4 and she will not wear them anymore. And then she constantly gritches about being hot. Living in TX, I predict I shall wear shorts until I am checked out. OMG. I would walk straight to customer service and report her. How rude and just plain nasty! I have a fresh scar and visible domed power port under my skin just below my collarbone. It shows when I wear scoop and v-necks. I don’t give a damn who looks at it.
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Post by alexa11 on Jun 21, 2018 20:58:32 GMT
I would wear what I wanted. And I do. I'm 58 and I'm in bike shorts year round most days because of gym. I switch to shorter ones when it's hot. I work the crap out of my legs and I'm not going to cover them up!
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Post by peasapie on Jun 21, 2018 21:05:40 GMT
Normally no, but I got some cute, slim, longish denim shorts this year that I’ve been wearing and getting lots of compliments. So if you find a flattering pair, go for it. I don’t like capris, so either it’s skirts or dresses for hot weather.
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Post by Pahina722 on Jun 21, 2018 21:11:27 GMT
Since I outgrew all my shorts, I haven’t bought any new ones. I would have, but in the last few years, I’ve developed vitiligo, especially behind my knees. So I would rather wear capris or leggings that cover that area than shorts which expose it. I fully acknowledge that it’s my vanity driving the decision!
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Post by questioning on Jun 21, 2018 21:19:28 GMT
I don't see it as an age issue.
I'm late 50s and only became self conscious when thinning skin arrived and cellulite and knees descended, somewhere around 56 for me. I still wear shorts, but not in all situations, I've switched to dresses and short skirts. A similar amount of leg still shows but they are more flattering on me.
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Post by wimom on Jun 21, 2018 21:42:55 GMT
I wear capris/crops because that's what I find most comfortable. Wear whatever is most comfortable for you!
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Post by Mary Kay Lady on Jun 21, 2018 22:15:42 GMT
I just turned 59 on my birthday a couple of weeks ago. I live in Texas. Yes, I wear shorts. They're longer length, probably bermuda length.
I also have a skort that I find very comfortable.
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Post by maryland on Jun 21, 2018 22:52:34 GMT
Not 55, but had to see what the thread was about. I remember my grandmother and great aunt not wearing shorts out and about because they said they were too old. They wore shorts around the house and they looked just fine! I love to watch you tube cleaning videos. So many of the ladies are young (20s, early 30s) and even in the hot summer, they often wear jeans or long leggings and long sleeve shirts. I had to laugh because when I clean, I am wearing old gym shorts and short sleeves as cleaning is a workout for me! I guess I'm just weird I love summer and summer clothes and I can't imagine not wearing shorts. If someone doesn't like the way I look in them that's their problem!
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Post by birukitty on Jun 21, 2018 23:28:24 GMT
I think you should wear what you feel great in regardless of age. I haven't worn shorts for the last few years because I haven't had an occasion too. For general going out to do errands I prefer to wear skirts or light summer dresses in the summer. They are just as cooling to me as shorts, maybe even more so. I don't do any gardening because I have a black thumb-I kill any plant I have contact with-except poison ivy which I am allergic too.
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Post by silverlining on Jun 21, 2018 23:53:48 GMT
I am almost 60, and I like my legs:)
I think I look better in shorts than in capris. However, if I'm going to be in air-conditioning, I prefer long pants.
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Post by carhoch on Jun 22, 2018 1:01:34 GMT
I wear more skirts now and lots of skorts I don’t have the best legs and I’m not the skinniest but what the heck I’m comfortable so I don’t care
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Post by laureljean on Jun 22, 2018 1:08:04 GMT
I'm 59 and I have fat, ugly legs and I wear whatever I want.
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Post by Gravity on Jun 22, 2018 1:10:37 GMT
I'm 55 and I wear shorts that hit a few inches above my knees. I also wear sleeveless tops. I live in Texas where it's hot at least half of the year.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2018 1:12:29 GMT
I'm closer to 70 than to 55, and I wear whatever I want to. I'm not FAT, but right now, I'm not my thinnest either. I'm working on thyroid problems--it has nothing to do with the cookies I make! (I told my doctor that and he fell for it, so I'm sticking to it.) Anyhow, my USUAL attire for winter and summer is capris. I do wear shorts when I want though. I live in the desert, so it gets mighty hot here! And winters are usually mild. I do wear slacks when it's too cold for capris. I really don't care what other people think of what I wear. I think they like me because of ME, not because of what I wear. and if they don't like me, well that's ok too. No skin off my nose!
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Post by stampnscrap1128 on Jun 22, 2018 2:02:59 GMT
I'm 61, chubby, and live in hot Oklahoma. Dang right I wear shorts. Granted they are bermuda length but I don't give a flying fig if someone gets upset. My comfort is paramount to me. Life is too damn short to be caring what people think of me or to really care what others wear.
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Post by medennis4 on Jun 22, 2018 2:14:28 GMT
I'm 59 and wear shorts, Bermuda shorts, or pedal pushers. When it's hot, I want to be comfortable and I don't care what people think.
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Post by chlerbie on Jun 22, 2018 2:20:45 GMT
I'm 51. I have really thin legs. I wear shorts and don't care what anyone thinks about it.
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Post by marimoose on Jun 22, 2018 2:24:46 GMT
I used to not wear shorts out so very often because I don't like the veins on the back of my right leg. You know as I get older I get over a lot more and realize that it just doesn't matter. If someone wants to stare at my veins then that is their problem, not mine. I earned them through standing work and carrying 4 large babies. I don't have money to go get them fixed nor am I vain enough to want to spend my money on that. Good for those who can and do:). Personal choices vary. There you have it. I run, I walk, I bike, i do stretching and I am considered very thin and still I have less than perfect legs but you know, dammit, they are my legs and they are still working well so I choose shorts and comfort. I would not go out to dinner, lunch is ok haha or concerts in shorts but again that is my choice. I don't look at others in shorts at events and judge them. I also do not like bermuda shorts on my body. They look funny on me and make me feel old and I don't feel my age. Funny thing is I notice others occasionally wearing them and I think they are cute. My shorts are North Face style hiking shorts or a denim roll up style. I don't see me quitting shorts unless I want to and no time soon. I am 55. Life is too short to care about such matters. Another thought on the bare legs - I wear shorts but unless it was a summer sundress for knocking around, i would never wear a nice dress and heels without stockings. I don't feel polished. I know it is the trend but I never claimed to be a trend follower or setter LOL. The two don't seem so different but they sure are in my mind. I am still trying to pick up my jaw from someone being so rude to artgirl1 . Given my present mindset I might very well have said hey you don't like these then prepare yourself for a couple more doozies and then lifted my top. I am so over rude, ignorant people these days. You keep being you. You are a survivor!
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Post by beachbum on Jun 22, 2018 2:37:07 GMT
I'm 62, a bit overweight (and carry most of my weight in my lower half) and I live in SW Florida - and hell yes, I wear shorts! I don't give a damn what anyone else thinks, I'm not going to wear jeans or any other long pants and sweat to death just because I might offend someone else's sense of style. Don't like the way my fat little short legs with the knee replacement scar look in shorts? Too bad, look the other way.
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Post by CarolinaGirl71 on Jun 22, 2018 2:40:01 GMT
I don't wear shorts, but I wear skorts. I have several pairs and they are cool and comfortable. Mine are from L L Bean and I love them! Comfort Trail SkortI am 64, soon to be 65. I do have skinny legs in proportion to my apple shaped middle!
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Post by slicksister on Jun 22, 2018 3:50:09 GMT
59 and yup, shorts. It's hot, I don't care, They're just legs.
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Post by camcas on Jun 22, 2018 3:56:23 GMT
My legs are NOT for public display .....wide leg leg harem pants or maxi skirt for me
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Post by hannahruth on Jun 22, 2018 4:06:59 GMT
I'm closer to 65 than 60 now and I still wear shorts. My summer wardrobe consists of multiple pairs and I'm adding to them each season. They are the longer length and switched with Capri length I am rarely in a skirt or dress these days.
My thoughts are you need to be comfortable and never mind what others think. Life is far too short.
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Post by anniefb on Jun 22, 2018 6:14:58 GMT
I wear shorts at home but not when out, except for swimming. I’ve got vein issues so prefer to wear cropped pants that come down to mid calf.
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