Sometimes people wear things that are visually assaulting. You may see people wearing such items and have to resist the urge to backhand them across the face. I completely understand. I’ve been there. And while I’d like to blame the wearer/buyer of these garments, the reality is that there are enablers out there who are actually designing, manufacturing, and selling this garbage. Don’t you see people wearing these things and you think, “Where did they even buy that crap? Who actually makes these things?” Well, it seems we’ve found an answer to at least one of these questions:
Now, I know what you’re thinking. Who the crap sells overalls? Not only overalls, but overalls with a little pre-made wear and tear (note the right knee) and a medium wash with some whiskered detail? And, who actually goes into a store, sees this display, and thinks, “OMG this is exactly what I’ve been looking for??
Ok, yes, the guys from Swamp People seem to always be in need of a fresh pair of overalls, but I’ll let them have a pass on this one because I don’t think anyone wants to take a chance of having their jeans slip down giving us a view of their coin slot.
I am sad to admit that this horrific display of one of the biggest fashion mistakes in the history of denim was found at one of my favorite stores: Target.
It’s sad, but true. Target is an enabler in one of the saddest fashion catastrophes of our time. They’re helping to perpetuate family photos like this one:
and this one:
Yes, that is my family and me, and yes, we are wearing overalls…but hey, it was the 90s and we didn’t know any better!
The point is: Target, I’m disappointed in you. You better straighten up.
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