Tell me about your favorite pants

[+ Hoover42]

I've been wearing loose fitting (very baggy) Eddie Bauer jeans for years now, but after seeing a recent photo of myself in them, I've decided to try something else.

 

So, my question to all you guys with non-escort bodies who prefer casual clothing is: What is your favorite brand and style of casual pants?

 

Given my age (50) and somewhat stocky figure (5'10, 36" waist, and 185lbs), tight clothes are a no-no.

 

I've heard that jeans are not really that appropriate for a non-cowboy my age. But what I can wear instead that doesn't add ten years to my real age?

 

Thanks!

 

...Hoover

 

p.s. I am (slowly) losing weight, but I will be doing my damndest to avoid having any more photos taken of me anytime soon.

[seaboy4hire]

Since I don't have an escorts body I am going to chime in. The two jeans I perfer are Levi 501 and Ben Sherman jeans. Both are pretty comfy good quality of denim and Sherman's make it look like I got an ass.

 

Hugs,

Greg

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[+ deej]

If you're used to jeans, stick with jeans. Although a good twill might dress you up a bit and still be comfortable. Check out some of the offerings at Lands' End, etc. You can never go wrong with a khaki cargo pant.

 

But one thing I always look for is the middle-aged man's best gift to himself: the elastic waistband. ;-) Not elastic all the way around like a jogging short, but just elastic at the side. They look like normal trousers but can -- ummm -- accommodate fluctuations in your presence. :7

[Guest zipperzone]

For casual fall/winter wear you might try on a pair of nice fitting cords. The soft material feels nice and snuggly for the cooler weather and they are supremely comfortable. Stay away from the lighter beige tones - they make you look bigger. Try the dark olive greens or browns - they are slimming.

[Samai139]

If you are used to baggy, a fairly easy transition away from them might be to try cargo---but dark colours. Blue, dark gray, black, dark brown. They can found in many styles and varieties---an advantage to their look is that wallets, keys, cell phones, etc. can be stowed in the pockets further down the leg. This has the advantage of NOT drawing attention to your mid-section, accentuating your ass, if you have one and the extra added bonus of being an article of clothing with all kinds of pockets to stow money for the lap dance area and also loose enough for "accessibility" if you know what I mean.

I have several pair of Nautica cargos that I like, Polo also makes some that are fine. If you don't want labels, head for any department store with better quality men's trousers--you'll find a good selection. BUT beware, if your area is like mine, most clothing seems to be aimed at a teen or just past teen market. Torn, distressed, ripped, holey (as opposed to holy), faded, wrinkled and "used" seems to be the in thing.

Have fun looking and good luck in shedding some of those pounds--I'm with you--I need to lose a few less, but with winter coming, it's tough (

[+ ArVaGuy]

>

>p.s. I am (slowly) losing weight, but I will be doing my

>damndest to avoid having any more photos taken of me anytime

>soon.

 

Well that explains it. I have found the weight you lost. Thanks. :+

 

(I've stuck with the plain old every day Levi's.)

[+ Hoover42]

Greg,

 

Where do you buy your Ben Sherman jeans, Greg? The local Nordstrom occasionally carries Ben Sherman shirts (I've bought a couple already) but I've never seen that brand of Jeans there.

 

However, I'm not sure I really want to emphasize my ass; some might consider that misleading advertising . However, I do like Ben Sherman shirts, so the jeans are probably worth trying out.

 

...Hoover

[+ Hoover42]

>Check out some of the offerings at Lands' End, etc.

>You can never go wrong with a khaki cargo pant.

 

Thanks, Deej.

 

Hmmm, that's two recommendations for cargo pants (you and Samai). Do you buy your jeans from the Lands End website? Did you have any trouble getting a good fit?

 

...Hoover

[+ Hoover42]

>Well that explains it. I have found the weight you lost.

>Thanks. :+

>

 

Sorry! Perhaps we should go out for salads at the next DC Hooboy get together instead of going to Annie's for dinner.

 

...Hoover

[+ Hoover42]

Thanks for the suggestions, Samai. You and Deej both suggested cargo pants, so I'm going to give those a try.

 

It turns out that there is a Hecht's store nearby that carries both Polo and Nautica, so I'll be making the dreaded trip to the mall tomorrow morning (I hate shopping for clothes).

 

I just hope I can find a secluded changing room and get the salespeople to leave me alone while I try on what will probably be dozens of pairs of pants (one at a time, of course!)

 

...Hoover

[+ Hoover42]

Good idea, Z. I'll look for some on my trip to the mall tomorrow.

 

...Hoover

[Guest msclonly]

Just a bit class!

 

Well, if you like the feeling or look of wearing canvas and just off the Construction job site, then jeans are the way to go, even if they come from Nordstrom at $100. a pair.

 

For a more comfortable feeling and a bit dressier look without giving up durable pants, then Action Slaks at Sears for about $29.00 is the way to go. Just pop them in the washer and they come out like new. After the new pressed look wears out, you can think of them as upgraded designer jeans, that don't rub your legs raw or create a HOT House sweat in the summer humidity.

 

But there are a lot of older guys, that like to get dressed up in a drap old Tshirt and a ratty pair of worn jeans, most of the time. Better if the Tshirt has some silly message on it. Seems to have become the Uniform of the liberated!

 

:+

[+ Hoover42]

RE: Just a bit class!

 

>or create a HOT House sweat in the summer

>humidity.

 

That IS a big problem here in sunny, humid, DC. Maybe I should try wearing linen shorts and silk underwear.

 

>But there are a lot of older guys, that like to get dressed up in a

>drab old Tshirt and a ratty pair of worn jeans, most of the time.

 

Yes, that's me, I'm embarrassed to say. I'm still dressing like I did when I was 25 (although the waist size has gone up quite a bit, damnit!)

 

...Hoover

[+ deej]

>Hmmm, that's two recommendations for cargo pants (you and

>Samai). Do you buy your jeans from the Lands End website? Did

>you have any trouble getting a good fit?

 

I don't buy jeans from Lands End at all. But I've bought twills, cargos, and the odd dress slack from them. They have a REALLY great return policy: if it doesn't fit, return it for full credit.

 

Like you, I *HATE* shopping. I joke that I don't GO shopping. I go buying. I always know exactly what I want, go and get it, and if it's missing I didn't need it anyway. ;-) I was in Costco this afternoon, and the 3rd time my foot was run over by a clueless housewife's shopping cart I nearly committed post-natal abortion.

 

Shopping on the web is better for me ... and for society. ;-)

[+ ArVaGuy]

>>Well that explains it. I have found the weight you lost.

>>Thanks. :+

>>

>

>Sorry! Perhaps we should go out for salads at the next DC

>Hooboy get together instead of going to Annie's for dinner.

>

>

>...Hoover

 

You've got a deal on that. I have some travel in a couple of weeks so maybe in October could work. In the mean time I will try to pass these few extra pounds you gave me on to someone else. :-)

[+ ArVaGuy]

RE: OT Costco on the Weekend

 

>

>Like you, I *HATE* shopping. I joke that I don't GO shopping.

>I go buying. I always know exactly what I want, go and get it,

>and if it's missing I didn't need it anyway. ;-) I was in

>Costco this afternoon, and the 3rd time my foot was run over

>by a clueless housewife's shopping cart I nearly committed

>post-natal abortion.

>

>Shopping on the web is better for me ... and for society. ;-)

 

You went to Costco on a weekend? Are you out of your mind? Jeesh, you were asking to be annoyed by clueless housewives driving carts without a license. The only time I go to Costco is during the week and that's right when they open to avoid the insanity.

 

They have a website and will deliver or you can go pick up. Try it out http://www.costco.com. Hope this helps save your sanity and a few lives. LOL :-)

 

(Oh, and you can get cheap jeans there too.)

[+ deej]

RE: OT Costco on the Weekend

 

Hah! Yeah, once a year I screw up and forget what it's like. I needed a memory card and it's the cheapest place within 10 miles of my place.

 

To make matters worse, they have the Christmas stuff out. Aisles of plasma TV's, artificial trees, lights, wrapping paper ... and all of it right at the entrance.

 

Why someone would even CONSIDER four-foot high neon lettering saying [blink]NOEL[/blink] is beyond me, but the guy with two kids begging for it SEEMED to mostly be thinking about how much he hated the neighbor across the street. Ain't it great how the holidays bring out the best in folks? }(

 

I order from costco.com regularly. When they have what you want, the value is just right.

[+ cougar]

RE: jeans...

 

here in Tampa Bay, jeans are just too heavy for most. I only have two pair of jeans, both are Levi, have always loved them, but recently changed my mind.

Levi is using RFID tracking chips in their jeans, so I now refuse to buy anything that Levi produces. Normally I wouldn't mind too much, but since we have a sitting asshole in the White House, who is building a huge domestic spying program, I have changed my mind!

 

http://www.spychips.com

 

check out that site and let Levi know if you prefer your privacy.

[+ Hoover42]

RE: jeans...

 

OMG, the department of Homeland Security (gag) is going to know that I'm spending FAR too much time in the back rooms at Stockbar.

 

I wonder if they'll let me back into the US after that?

 

...Hoover

 

p.s. Sorry...this is getting too political; forget I said that.

[twinkboylover28]

RE: jeans...

 

I only wear Dockers...spring, summer, winter, and fall!

[Guest skrubber]

RE: Just a bit class!

 

I'm voting for Cargo as well.

[Samai139]

RE: jeans...

 

Hoover--an additioal bit of information about trousers---especially cargo type. When you are trying various styles on, try to gravitate to those that have the less-bulging pockets lower on the leg. Some varieties have very bulky pockets and they look sloppy if not pressed, and they are absolute buggers to press. I always buy 100% cotton, for several reasons, and they usually need a bit of a press---but you can buy non-wrinkle types. Do you have a Marshalls or TJ Maxx store near you? Both carry heavily discounted clothing, which may be one season behind the trendy stuff---but I find that's about where I want to be anyway. You have to be very careful in trying their stuff on--check zippers, buttons, stitching, etc., but the difference in price is worth while. Let me know how you make out---if cargos aren't for you, I'll try to come up with some other suggestions.

[Guest RandyRon]

RE: jeans...

 

You say you're dropping the pounds so I presume you don't want to buy expensive clothes until you're at your bottom weight. I am going through the same process. Have lost 55 lbs so far but still have a way to go. My solution is to buy George Foreman brand at walmart. They have an elastic slide on the sides so you can buy ones that will fit for a while as you shed the girth. I prefer the microfiber and the chino styles as I like the softness and they wash and wear great. I get mine at Walmart for about $18 so when I move on to the next size I won't mind giving these away.

[RockHard]

This thread is alarming. It saddens me to see gay men with such small imaginations (or no Macy's in the hood). Cargo pants look great on a muscle queen sporting a wife-beater or some cute, skinny twink. They look stupid and silly on everyone else.

 

I'm shocked. Men who think nothing of dropping $250-an-hour on their favorite boy-toy-fantasy are throwing around names like Marshalls, TJMaxx, Walmart, and Dockers? Talk about re-defining sexy to justify your inadequacies.

 

Honestly, what can be said about a guy, willing to throw numerous Ben Franklins at a chance orgasm and an hour of fake love, who dresses so cheaply? Low self-esteem, perhaps? Fucked-up priorities?

 

If I were an escort, there's no dollar amount that would get my dick hard if I had to face a fuck-partner who fancies Dockers (or anything else from JC Penney) or a 50-year-old pear-shape wearing Cargo pants. I shudder to consider what your shoes look like. The poor, poor designer-jeans-wearing-escorts who have to get on their perfectly loofah-ed knees and suck these creatively-stifled, cheap old men.

 

My straight homie friends have more fashion sensibility. With names like PellePelle, Enyce, RocaWear, Akademiks, G-Unit, Girbaud, Mecca, Phat Farm, and more, there's just no reason why any portly gay man in search of a fine-looking ass (on himself) should be seen dead (or on his knees) in Dockers.

 

One thing I know for sure: men who "hate to shop" always look it.

[Guest alanm]

The poor, poor designer-jeans-wearing-escorts who have to get on their

>perfectly loofah-ed knees and suck these creatively-stifled,

>cheap old men.

 

In my experience, the only escorts who dress like that are going out for the evening with a client. Oh, I forgot. You have been vacationing at a Starwoods resort in Sardinia for a month. Guess the bellboys in Italy dress up for 'dates' with the guests.