Here's what I wore to school today (sans Folgers Medium Dark Colombian Roast) - you'll need this for reference later:
The story:
As I was walking down the hall during a passing period, one of my colleagues, a young, second year teacher who is more "in the know" and who is a REALLY nice person, stops me and genuinely says, "Aw! Sweater vest! I like it! I personally gave away all of mine when they went out of style a couple of years ago, but I miss them. And yours reminds me that I wish I could still wear them!" And then she skipped away.
Nice. Look, I've been teaching for over nine years. I am almost 32 years old. I suppose that today was an initiation of sorts; I've finally joined the ranks of the veteran teachers. When I got home from school today I celebrated this "promotion" by searching the Internet for ye old apple vests and denim skirts, wardrobe must-haves for the tired, beat down veteran teacher. Break out the glasses chain, bun maker, and chalk-stained t-shirt. I'm finally home.
13 comments:
You're nowhere near the ranks of the apple-sweater down-troden masses. Keep the faith. You're still the hot young teacher.
I Love the sweater vest. In fact I thought to myself before I finished reading the post, OOO that's a really cute sweater vest!"
Oh these young wipper snappers!! (That is so something my mom would say!) Does that make me old?
Uh. Yes, Jen. Saying "whipper snapper" does make you old. Ahem. I mean, saying "whipper snapper" makes you retro.
And thanks to the both of you.
Silly young teacher...you look great! Clearly, she can't wear them because she's not as cute as you!!!! :)
You're perfectly styled in a two-degrees of separation kind of way. Sweater vests were established at the recent Fall Fashion Week 07 as the key component of this winter's men's wardrobe. And the very 40s inspired Katherine Hepburn look was a foundation designers used to finally beat down low-rise pants, bringing back high wastes on the female form. Katherine herself was copying male wardrobes of her time, so you're actually more true to the fall fashion trend than anyone by following the vintage inspiration behind the rediscovered look. Add a broach and you're Vogued.
Zimbio Pilot - Sweater Vests: "Guys will be finding their inner prepster this fall, with patterned sweaters and sweater vests as some of the hottest looks."
I might have a "topsy tail" you can borrow....
Also I think i have that same sweater vest.... ALso, I wore that exact outfit yesterday as well but with a black short sleeve button down!!!
what do those impertinent youngsters know???!!!
Ginger as long as you don't start wearing Mom pants you are fine. When your butt looks longer than your legs that is when you really have a problem.:)
I think you look beautiful, as always! the color is beautiful on you ....and you are fully dressed!!!, with a beautiful smile!!!!! Love, Mom
Hey! You guys are nice! Thanks!
I solemnly swear to stay away from Mom jeans, even though they are (somehow) back in-style!(????) I mean, who can freakin' wear them and get away with it other than size 0-2?
Thanks for the article, Annie! As always you are well informed, and as alsways, I learn a lot from your links. :)
Sarah, YES. I do need a topsy-tail. I lost mine in El Paso. In 1984. But they do make an excellent bun.
Mom, You crack me up! Nice that you initially said that in the picture I'm "fully dressed," implying that sometimes I'm not.(Yes, I get the reference, but the way you said it is a bit sketchy, you have to admit.) I guess growing up, you did have to wrestle me out of my Wonder Woman Underoos so that you could dress me for, oh, I don't know... church. Oh well. At least I'm smiling.
You guys rock!
puh-lease! Has your co-worker been shopping lately? I wore one myself a couple of weeks ago, and I got more compliments that day than I have gotten in a long time. TOTALLY in!
That was me again. Signed in with the old account again. Maybe sweater vests are old, and they are affecting my ability to think. Or maybe it was the mojito I had a little while ago.
Oh, and why are you taking pictures of yourself anyway? Such an egotist.
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