When I was a rebellious adolescent (back in the early 1970s), several of us made "Have a SHI%%Y Day" tee shirts in a parody of the smiley "Have a Nice Day" shirts that were everywhere.

We wore them around the neighborhood (but never to school, obviously, as that wouldn't have gotten us suspended.

What did my parents think? They never commented, that I can remember. How I must have offended my friends' parents. Now I regret having done that...

Since growing up sometime in my 40s, I have determined to dress like an adult and according to my station in life, my responsibilities, etc. That means no tee shirts unless playing sports or working in the yard. No ripped clothing. No sporting team jerseys or advertisements. No sneakers to social events. Button down shirts and blazers. Pleated/pressed pants in social company, etc.


Folks do treat you with more respect when you look like you know what you're about.

Just saying...

PS: I ride in synthetics like everyone else. Not to impress, just to be comfortable, warm, and dry (but smelly).

PG