Funny story for today's post... Yesterday, my sister and I went on a shopping expedition. She had some gift cards from Christmas, and I, being her devoted shopping buddy, decided to go with. After stopping by Victoria's Secret *hello semi-annual sale!* we headed over to American Eagle, in search for the perfect warm sweater to wear with leggings and boots.
We usually both love the selection of clothing at American Eagle. The store has combined comfy cozy materials with earthy tones to create clothing that is eye-catching and comfy. Because we shop there often, we figured they would have the *perfect* sweater. Wrong. Apparently we didn't receive the memo because it seemed like, although the patterns and colors were adorable, all the sweaters were cropped sweaters and were made of this funky knit pattern that was extremely holey and required a tank top underneath. Usually I don't mind wearing a camisole, but sometimes you have those lazy days and all you want are legging, comfy socks and a sweater.
Feeling frustrated we headed back to the Cafe Court and pondered our situation over lunch. Before I tell you any more, let me tell you about my older sister, LB. She is working on receiving her Masters in Speech & Language Pathology, so she is full of ideas and is never afraid to try something new. Lucky for us, LB had the grand idea of shopping in the men's section of American Eagle. After all, men don't show off their bellies in public, men don't need to wear extra layers under their shirts. Good idea, right? We went back, hopeful for a comfy sweater.
I know most ladies won't consider shopping in the men's section, maybe because its 'improper' or 'embarrassing,' but there is strength in numbers, and LB and I were on the hunt. First off, men's clothing is warmer. The shirts cover everything, and still come in cute patterns. Their stuff was obviously bigger, but it doesn't matter because LB and I aren't into the whole 'skin-tight' thing either. To tell the truth, we had tons more fun on the boy side than the girl side. It seems like when clothes shopping on the girls side, all the girls are moody and rude, and nobody talks to each other! It would seem that when putting together a bunch of girls in a shopping filled environment, there would be conversation flowing easily from customer to customer. Nope!
Yet on the men's side, the customers are willing to strike up a conversation. Maybe men in general are friendlier than women, but to those two nice guys we talked to about that sweater jacket, thanks! Lets just say LB and I had major success in the men's section. The store was having great after Christmas sales, so we left satisfied.
LB bought a royal blue, long sleeved tee, a beige sweatshirt and we both got matching, colorful plaid shirts. Pictures to come in a fashion haul, and I'll see ya soon!
SEB
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