How many of you go 'sidewalk shopping'

[Sarah Sometimes]

By that I mean how many ofbyou walk down the street or drive down the road seeing women as they go by and think 'yes I would love to wear that' or 'no, that just wouldn't be me'.

I seem to be doing it a hell of a lot lately, and think I've realised that subconsciously I already have my own style, for want of a better word, in that I know what I would want to wear. I suppose a part of it is frustration in that I am not dressing, but there is more to it than that.

So do other girls do it or am I completely obsessed?

[Kaz]

Hi Sarah, count me in on that one! Do it ALL the time... it's become a way of life! The next stage is asking people where they got it! Not there yet! Maybe a step too far!

[lauren_m]

I definitely do the same! And I have no doubt that it has been a major source of my particular "style" (such as it is). I've discovered, though, that when I have the opportunity to try things on, I wind up liking a LOT of the outfits and looks that I had put in the "cute, but not really for me" category when sidewalk shopping. And, I have to admit, there have been times when I've tried on outfits that I absolutely adore on others and was certain would fall within my style profile . . . and, you guessed it, they didn't work for me at all. The point is, sidewalk shopping is fun, and I think it's far more useful than window shopping, or even in-store browsing, but it's not fool-proof. Keep an open mind, don't be afraid to try out looks that you're not sure about, and don't be discouraged if a look that you DO like winds up falling a little flat.

So yes, other girls do it. But you could still be "completely obsessed," right? I sometimes tread into those waters when I go beyond simply evaluating how a look might work for me, and start thinking about what outfits might work better for the particular girl, or how I would choose to present myself if I had her particular looks, or figure, or other attributes.

[Shannon Summer]

All day, Every day.

I love it when I see something and already have it!!

[Cynthia Anne]

Sounds normal to me! Where did you get that!I hope I can find one in my size! Hugs!

[Debb]

I've noticed this more and more. I'm 50 and perhaps my libido is decreasing, or perhaps my sense of style is growing ... but I do know what I like, and I have more sense of what would work for me as far as comfort and practicality -- no longer do I yearn to dress "sexy", I feel more womanly now rather than "girly".

[WifeofWrenchette]

My husband does it all the time.

I've never done it. I just don't get into clothes, purses, shoes, etc.

[Lesley_Roberta]

I love to shop, my wife does NOT.

Apparently my very ordinary brother does the shopping at his home. I doubt he does it for kicks though. I think my sister dislikes shopping.

I have no idea if my wife sees a woman and then critiques the attire.

I know that I tend to see women through both Leslie's eyes and mine. Leslie notices the boobs, and I notice the outfit. Leslie has always liked shopping to though.

[Sandra1746]

I used to hate shopping, but then it was for drab male clothing.

Now that I can openly buy and wear fem clothing I really like to shop. This includes window shopping as well, this form of "shopping" suits my frugal nature very well. My wife teases me endlessly about my "changed personality". Secretly though I think she likes it.

Keep on shopping,
Sandra1746

[DAVIDA]

I pretty much do all of the shopping, whatever it is or whoever it is for.
Jean hates to shop and I like shopping, especially for me.
I buy her clothes, my clothes, male and female, and the groceries.

As for "window shopping", Jean will always point out other women for me to get a look at.

[jillleanne]

Yep, you are obsessed. Welcome to the club.

[natacsha]

Hi Sarah! I do exactly that and I don't even know why but sometimes I'll even catch myself ugh'ing at other girls just because they are that hot!!....when I should be getting their number instead lol

[jillleanne]

Hi Sarah, count me in on that one! Do it ALL the time... it's become a way of life! The next stage is asking people where they got it! Not there yet! Maybe a step too far!

Got there a year or two ago. I particularly seem to ask about eye shadows someone is wearing if it stands out. They love replying and think it so cool someone would ask them that.

[JamieQ]

Do it all the time and see some really sexy looking stuff, but I tend to be a bit more "tomboyish". My wife usually buys all my clothes (man clothes) but many go back. She asks me to critique everything she buys and tries on. She really knows how to dress up and almost always wears high heels (but she is 4' 10" tall) and is often asked why she is so dressed up even for an ordinary day. I guess I need to pay more attention... Amanda

[Lesley_Roberta]

So I was sitting at Tim Hortons a while back and this woman about my age sits down in the table beside me.

I thought, well I DO like the skirt she has on, and why NOT tell her? So I did, excuse me miss, but I like your skirt. That was it, just commented on I liked the look of the fabric and then went back to my drink.

I wonder how often guys do that? I wonder how often girls do it?

[Beverley Sims]

I look at girls all the time studying the fashion of the area.
When I am on the east coast of the US I compare fashion with what I saw on the west coast last week.
In the winter Chicago and Key West are poles apart but as you work south girls look more interesting.
UK girls are different to the continentals, although I thought Paris fashion was a little drab.
I have been to Paris a number of times and specifically looking out for something smart I think I have seen better on 5th Av NY.
A disappointment really.
I do like window shopping en femme, it is relaxing. In drab looking at lingerie shops I feel like a deer in the headlights.
Don't run over the deer down Florida way as it can cost you a $200 fine.

[Karren H]

Not really. Mainly because most of the women are wearing god awful blue jeans! Better I just look away then spend the entire day going "won't wear those... Or those... Or those..."

[tara t]

i do it all the time as well . i always comment to my so especially if a girls wearing something that doesn't suit her.

[Cheryl T]

I do that all the time. I always watch other women to see what they are wearing and if it looks good on them and perhaps would look good on me also. I especially do this when I'm at the mall. Sometimes it's just fun to sit at the food court and people watch.

[larry]

I do it all the time. When I go for groceries I am always (checking out the women). Of note though-Now when I do it I am observing the fashions they wear and how good they look on them. I really appreciate the classy women. And--the ones who are not classy give me encouragement to keep dieting and exercising.

[Michelle 2]

It is interesting that this topic has come up. I have noticed recently that I am "sidewalk shopping" on a daily basis these days. Last week my wife and I had a formal fundraiser to attend and she needed to shop for a new gown and shoes. Spending the day with her shopping was alot of fun. She had initiated the conversation and was pointing out to me when I looked at other woman at the stores that I was studying them pretty intensely. Then she asked are you looking at them because they are attractive or for the outfit they are wearing. Naturally I told her it was because of the outfit and she said I thought so. On a few occasions she commented that outfit would not work for me, but on you it would look nice.

Michelle

[Joanne f]

Yes I am afraid so , I use to get caught by my wife when looking so i would have to explain that i was just looking at the clothes not the female wearing them ( I think I got away with it most of the time) Went off it a bit when it was all leggings and tops but now there seams to be a sudden trend in long maxi dress's ( OK if there maxi they would be long) so it is back to looking and wishing .

[Tess]

I do it all the time. Its interesting that I use to be looking at the girls and now I'm more focused on their cloths. I use to think "she's cute". Now I look at their shoes and think "those are so CUTE". Or not, depending on what their wearing.

[skirtsuit]

I do this all this time. A wonderful & very enjoyable extension to general girl/woman watching. I find myself silently evaluation the outfits and makeup of many of the women I see out. I get lots of inspiaration that way. See a styish looking woman on the street? I say compliment her and then go home and try to emulate her look just for fun.

Not really. Mainly because most of the women are wearing god awful blue jeans!

Hey Karen, have you ever considered moving to the civilized part of Pennsylvania? Femininity is in full fashion here in Philly, most of the young women are out in dresses and skirts these days. Even on bikes!

BTW, I was standing in my shop the other day (corner in s. Philly) when I discovered how a young woman in a short dress gets off a guys bike - by showing her black panties to anybody looking!

Best,
Skirtsuit

[Daphne Renee]

yes I have done that before many times in fact. Especially with makeup. I havent gone so far as to ask where did you get that but maybe soon though.