PLAYA FASHION - What works? What doesn't?
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I could sure go for a cup of warm maple syrup right now
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Oh yeah, this year I was totally twerping out at the fence. ~Lonesombri

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Re: PLAYA FASHION - What works? What doesn't?
Earthwalker wrote:Cool Hand Luke once ate 50 hard boiled eggs in an hour on a bet.
No, seriously, he did. You think I can make that sort of thing up? And guess what, 37 of them were cage-free
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Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
Re: PLAYA FASHION - What works? What doesn't?
No feathers and no glitter! While making your costumes make sure choose fabric that isn't going to shed and moop up the playa. Even though a costume may look cute... If you're leaving a trail of destruction behind you, you're not a burner, just a sparkle pony. Good luck doll! Hope to see some of your hard work out there!
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Was that addressed to anyone in particular tink?
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Just addressed to what doesn't work as far as costumes go. I didn't really read other responses. Any chance I get to discourage glitter and feathers... I take it.
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lederhosen.
always appropriate.
always appropriate.
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First time burner hoping to go this year.
I've been really putting a lot of thought into Playa footwear and have settled on Altama desert boots and various trainers. My question is this:
How silly will I look in shorts and boots? Are there boots that can pull off the look? I know that comfort comes first; I am just asking in case there is some sort of outfit or combination I havent considered that would satisfy the footwear department and still work with shorts. If there isnt, Im just going to go with the boots and wear thin pants when I can and shorts otherwise
I've been really putting a lot of thought into Playa footwear and have settled on Altama desert boots and various trainers. My question is this:
How silly will I look in shorts and boots? Are there boots that can pull off the look? I know that comfort comes first; I am just asking in case there is some sort of outfit or combination I havent considered that would satisfy the footwear department and still work with shorts. If there isnt, Im just going to go with the boots and wear thin pants when I can and shorts otherwise
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Do not fuss about it. So not worth it. If anyone calls you a tourist because you're not in some fancy costume, just roll your eyes and go on.
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"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
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Maybe the israeli boots would be a better compromise, as they are chukka height?
Im not really worried about it, but if I can put something together that is more aesthetically streamlined, then that is preferable. Ill take comfort and utility any day, though. Looks are a distant second
Im not really worried about it, but if I can put something together that is more aesthetically streamlined, then that is preferable. Ill take comfort and utility any day, though. Looks are a distant second
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COMFORT?
but i enjoy the injuries i get from wearing 8inch platform fuzzy boots!!!
but i enjoy the injuries i get from wearing 8inch platform fuzzy boots!!!
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Really and truly it is YOUR choice
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Just thrilled to see the word "chukka" here.
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"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
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Just make sure that the footwear is well broken in.
Some people recommend multiple shoes, helps with not rubbing blisters and all.
Some people recommend multiple shoes, helps with not rubbing blisters and all.
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"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
"The powerful are exploiting people, art and ideas, and this leads to us plebes debating how to best ration ice.
Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
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I think Ill just go for both, honestly. The combo can be had for under 100 bucks and will give me versatility in my options. Plus I can probably use the full boots for paintball
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theCryptofishist wrote:Do not fuss about it. So not worth it. If anyone calls you a tourist because you're not in some fancy costume, just roll your eyes and go on.
Don't forget to yell "fuck yer day" as you walk away.
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theCryptofishist wrote:Do not fuss about it. So not worth it. If anyone calls you a tourist because you're not in some fancy costume, just roll your eyes and go on.
what if your wearing this?

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DerangedGoose wrote:I think Ill just go for both, honestly. The combo can be had for under 100 bucks and will give me versatility in my options. Plus I can probably use the full boots for paintball
Sounds good. Love your nickname, by the way.

Yeah--like Fishy said, if anyone gives you shit, they are overstepping themselves. Clothes on the playa run the gamut from completely plain and serviceable, to absolutely mindblowing. Comfort is first.
However, if you have any costume-y impulses whatsoever, bring something fun that you can't get away with in normal life . . . or visit one of the costume camps, if you pass one, or see one listed in the What/When/Wear guide you'll receive at Greeter's, just past Gate.

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tatonka wrote:theCryptofishist wrote:Do not fuss about it. So not worth it. If anyone calls you a tourist because you're not in some fancy costume, just roll your eyes and go on.
what if your wearing this?
Well, then, the assumption is that you're in costume and you're way ahead of those "tourist" yelling people.
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Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
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Man, no wonder they always win....." Lonesomebri
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Re: PLAYA FASHION - What works? What doesn't?
Ken and Betty Bundt from Iowa!
The Petermans did this one year, riding the art cars, doing all the "touristy" things one day. Hilarious. Hushville flounders, but they haven't attended for some time.
"Birmingham sure has changed."
The Petermans did this one year, riding the art cars, doing all the "touristy" things one day. Hilarious. Hushville flounders, but they haven't attended for some time.
"Birmingham sure has changed."
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AntiM wrote:Ken and Betty Bundt from Iowa!
The Petermans did this one year, riding the art cars, doing all the "touristy" things one day. Hilarious. Hushville flounders, but they haven't attended for some time.
"Birmingham sure has changed."
Wonderful.

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I just came across this and was wondering why we don't see more of this on the playa - seems like a perfect fit.
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lucky420 wrote:Go for it DAB!
LOL, yeah I have a definite need for pasties.
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THAT looks looks like a perfect use for the Scotch 33+ tape in my tool box. black, shiny, very stretchy, and insulates. And its not too sticky. Imagine the tan lines
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