Naam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I think the main reason is that their own looks, presentation and, perhaps, personalities, are no longer factors in attracting women as they almost certainly were back home since their wallets do the heavy lifting now. Each to their own but I prefer to be presentable just like I did back in London. to whom are you presenting yourself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 i like shorts singlet and thongs, other times i dress up, depends onmy mood or where im going. i really am highly into fashion though, my wife said im worse then a woman, i have 14 pairs of shoes. 14 pairs of shoes? i wish i could afford like you a lifestyle like the rich and famous. alas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennedy Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I think the main reason is that their own looks, presentation and, perhaps, personalities, are no longer factors in attracting women as they almost certainly were back home since their wallets do the heavy lifting now. Each to their own but I prefer to be presentable just like I did back in London. Agreed To me at my age not having a turkey neck is being presentable 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 i like shorts singlet and thongs, other times i dress up, depends onmy mood or where im going.i really am highly into fashion though, my wife said im worse then a woman, i have 14 pairs of shoes. I'm hoping you just never throw anything away payak....otherwise that is very strange indeed. I own one pair of shoes...one of trainers...one flip flops and an old pair of footy boots. I'm watchng you m'lad!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuestHouse Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 The OP perhaps likes to make a distinction. There is no distinction - They are here for the same reason here is here. The veneer of respectability afforded by his pressed trousers and buttoned shirt are jus that - a veneer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 i like shorts singlet and thongs, other times i dress up, depends onmy mood or where im going. i really am highly into fashion though, my wife said im worse then a woman, i have 14 pairs of shoes. 14 pairs of shoes? i wish i could afford like you a lifestyle like the rich and famous. alas... Noooooo, he has a foot swelling problem, poor sod. ......................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Have you been to Florida or Southern California, not that much different. When I started working at the university many years ago I wore tight jeans, pull over shirts and sandals. After I got married, I found my clothes laid out on the bed in the morning and always dress slacks and dress shirts. My wife said I need to look my position. Glad she did as I find the loose fitting, light slacks and shirts quite comfortable and always wear them when I go out whether it is to work or to the store. Ok, around the house I dress like a slob, a clean tidy slob though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I have about 20 quality shirts mind you.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
payak Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 maybe i would be rich if i cut back on my clothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 The OP perhaps likes to make a distinction. There is no distinction - They are here for the same reason here is here. The veneer of respectability afforded by his pressed trousers and buttoned shirt are just that - a veneer. NOT with my looks, a master piece. .............................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
payak Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 people do dress down in hot places, i did in florida to, miss disney world, yanks know how to make things on a large scale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I have about 20 quality shirts mind you.... Which you loaned to blether for his holiday and haven't seen since, so you now have one. ............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 people do dress down in hot places, i did in florida to, miss disney world, yanks know how to make things on a large scale. Yes, large shorts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soutpeel Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 yanks know how to make things on a large scale. Including the clothes.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldgit Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Likewise, having spent years working for the UK Government with an expectation that I would always wear a suit and tie, be it in the presence of Ministers or colleagues I vowed that on retirement I would wear what ever I was comfortable in. So if that means during the day wearing a T-shirt and shorts, then so be it. That said when my girlfriend and I are out shopping or for dinner, then I will dress appropriately, that may be smart casual, a suit or black tie. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
payak Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 yanks know how to make things on a large scale. Including the clothes.. yes but as you can see in my avatar, no need for those large clothes yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samran Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I'm not yet anywhere near retired but i have also vowed never to wear a suit unless totally needed. Working for myself I can get away with this, unless dealing with clients. Having said that, the OPs topic will be perplexing to those who think socks, sandals and singlets are a good combination. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gweiloman Posted September 23, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 23, 2012 (edited) of course i wear long trousers (jeans) when travelling abroad. but if the destination is tropical i prefer my t-shirt over a shirt with a collar. and it gives me great pleasure to embarass a flight attendant when boarding by keeping the boarding pass in a back pocket. then when told "sorry Sir, this way please" i answer grinning "OOPS, i had no idea that you switched business and first with cattle class." You must live a sad life to get pleasure from such childish actions. Edited September 23, 2012 by Gweiloman 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 of course i wear long trousers (jeans) when travelling abroad. but if the destination is tropical i prefer my t-shirt over a shirt with a collar. and it gives me great pleasure to embarass a flight attendant when boarding by keeping the boarding pass in a back pocket. then when told "sorry Sir, this way please" i answer grinning "OOPS, i had no idea that you switched business and first with cattle class." You must live a sad life to get pleasure from such childish actions. Yeh, some of us stay young at heart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Soutpeel Posted September 23, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted September 23, 2012 of course i wear long trousers (jeans) when travelling abroad. but if the destination is tropical i prefer my t-shirt over a shirt with a collar. and it gives me great pleasure to embarass a flight attendant when boarding by keeping the boarding pass in a back pocket. then when told "sorry Sir, this way please" i answer grinning "OOPS, i had no idea that you switched business and first with cattle class." You must live a sad life to get pleasure from such childish actions. Yeh, some of us stay young at heart. Yes...one suspects being childish on ocassion is far better than being bitter and miserable all the time 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkockney Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Smart casual to go shopping, crikey! Jeans/shorts and a T with a fresh pair of creps all the way. Occasionally a polo shirt. No shorts in the office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 I have about 20 quality shirts mind you.... Which you loaned to blether for his holiday and haven't seen since, so you now have one. ............ Is he sending us a postcard again? Poor lad...he just can't stop himaelf after a few sambucas.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiangmaikelly Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 What is wrong with shorts? It is a hot country. I wear Diesel sandals too. Usually a shirt or a Polo shirt. I am comfortable wearing these things as, it seems, are many others? Why wear trousers or jeans when they make you uncomfortable? So in July/August the UK Royals dine out in shorts and flip-flops. What are you on about, can't seem to get them in any clothes at all so the Irish newspapers report. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennedy Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Alert to waiters.The casually dressed are better tippers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Depends if you feel "looking" good is important or not..... even in Thailand. Main point is to keep cool for me which often means baggy clothes. The world has become a bit obsessed by"look" I bet you like to look at sexy girls... or do you want the old ones with all the wrinkles. Looks are important and some nice clothes help a lot. Rather have an ugly wrinkled reliable thing than a pwetty young fool, Hey beauty is only skin deep and looks fade with age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Alert to waiters.The casually dressed are better tippers. So your a waiter eh. good info............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 Depends if you feel "looking" good is important or not..... even in Thailand. Main point is to keep cool for me which often means baggy clothes. The world has become a bit obsessed by"look" I bet you like to look at sexy girls... or do you want the old ones with all the wrinkles. Looks are important and some nice clothes help a lot. Actually the last head turner/conversation stopper I saw, and I mean every male head in the area without exception, was a japanese mother who strode along in her bikini to join her year old child and husband in the pool I don't think black socks would have made one iota of difference, and clothes would have not enhanced the effect one bit. I think for the male farang comfort is important, especially if there is no need to impress. I find that I wear more long sleeved shirts and trousers these days if I am heading into 'civilisation' more to deter mosquitoes and sun than for the smart look There are not many guys in a shape and with looks (me included because im not that special) that can make all the girls head turn. Its easier for girls to make men turn their head. But a guy in moderate shape (no beer belly ect) dressed well looks a lot better to girls then one with flip flops and a t shirt Miight look good but doesnt mean its better, some arent out to impress women/men Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 perhaps they are just like me and care a flying fàrt what others think of their attire? Look to the mind for beauty, although in Naams case that forehead is making me excited!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 perhaps they are just like me and care a flying fàrt what others think of their attire? I've got to agree, I'm not here to impress anyone, especially living on the beach in a tourist area with not a care in the world what other wannabe's think. If I lived in Isaan...................well I'd never live in Isaan. , blasphemer. ................................We dress correctly here, if a gentleman, then a gentleman's apparel, sadly l am the only one. Am I the only one who dresses in black tie for dinner old chap ?....bloody heathens on TV, no class at all.. Must be draughty round the crackers if thats all u have on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelmann Posted September 23, 2012 Share Posted September 23, 2012 The OP perhaps likes to make a distinction. There is no distinction - They are here for the same reason here is here. The veneer of respectability afforded by his pressed trousers and buttoned shirt are jus that - a veneer. I like my walnut veneer trousers!!!..............they do take some ironing though!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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