Left-Handed Compliment 2: Fashion

Rules:

Time for another snark fest! This time, we're imagining you're looking at clothes: Suits, gowns, shoes, whatever. You've been asked your opinion. You don't want to lie, but you don't want to hurt anyone's feelings, either. (Well, maybe you secretly do, but it's your boss, so you'll have to be satisfied with a nice, passive-aggressive left-handed (or back-handed) compliment--something that sounds good, but is actually a jab. Do not reference a particular person ; just imagine an outfit that is so bad that you can't resist giving a snarky (but well-disguised) compliment. Get it out of your system! Everyone is welcome to play!


The rules of the game are thus: Write a left-handed compliment for an item of clothing--or a whole ensemble. Go after the feathers, the color, the length, the tie--whatever you want. Make it anonymous; make it subtle; make it witty; keep it clean.

Keep in mind that profanity is not acceptable. All entries must be in accordance with our Writing rules and guidelines.

As always, quality is a must. You will have 7 days for this contest, so make your submission count.

Word Limit: 50. Insults longer than 50 words will be disqualified.

Please look over the suggestions in this discussion before submitting.

The entry fee for this contest is 2 credits; the jackpot is 50 credits.

Thanks to Michael Kors and Nina Garcia for the inspiration for this contest!

Entries:

Charitable

"Oh, what a fabulous gown! I love it, it looked so sweet on granny before we donated it to the second hand charity bazaar - I am ever so glad it found a new admirer!"

Word count: 34


That's so 80's

I've never seen such an accurate interpretation of 80's style. It's like I've gone back in time about 20 years.

Word count: 20


From bad to worse

I'll be honest: when I first saw that outfit hanging on the rack at the store, I thought it was the most hideous thing I've ever seen. But that was before I saw you wearing it!

Word count: 36


All those spots, and not even the same pattern twice...

Quite fetching, in a daring way. I do admire people who do not care what others will think about them. That is such a bold fashion statement.

Word count: 27


Welling Out

"Oh my Gawd, you look absolutely dashing in this minuscule low neckline top! Look, all those lovely parts of you pouring out at the most unexpected of places!"

Word count: 28


1982

My mom had that same outfit in 1982, and she just loved it!

Word count: 13


Eye-Catching

It’s certainly eye-catching; so much so that I feel I need to blink when I look in your direction.

Word count: 19


Susan B.

I'm impressed by how much you obviously know about 19th century fashion!

Word count: 12


Transformative

I am impressed that the designer could create a blouse that can also be a laundry bag or a retro seat cover for an Iroc.

Word count: 25


Childhood memories

I love the way you're dressed today.
It really takes me back to the carefree days of my childhood...
which is the last time I saw friends dressed like that.

Word count: 30


Plus Size Bouquet

What a pretty dress! There are so many flowers on it!

Word count: 11


Stares

When someone is wearing that outfit, everyone stares. They have the immediate attention of everyone in the room, instantly. That ensemble can attract attention from outer space!

Word count: 27


Oh No She Didn't!

The plaid jumpsuit, normally a fashion “don't” boldly goes where no jumpsuit has gone before saying "YES I CAN!" The matching hat draws the eye upward, reducing your appearance of being vertically challenged. I will be watching fashion review columns, as I expect to see you there soon.

Word count: 48


Shoes!

Wow, I wish I could pull of last season's shoes like you can...

Word count: 13


I smelled you coming

Oh hi'ya. Hmm, woah! Theres something different about you isn't there? Let me just step back a few feet and take a sniff at you. Wow that leather jacket of yours really has some oceanic qualities to it doesn't it!

Word count: 40


Brave

I really admire the moral statement you make with your outfit. We shouldn't give anorexia a chance!

Word count: 17


Skinny Ties!

A Skinny tie! You are so avant-garde. Is it a weight related issue; I hardly even noticed your stomach. Or are you going green? You know Recycle - Reduce - Reuse… Well, one thing is for sure, nothing says “I am Green” than ties from 1984.

Word count: 44


Seeing The Truth.

You do look better in these glasses than the others. The others really emphasized your red, bulbous nose, crooked teeth and made your eyes seem even closer together than they are. Considering what you have to work with, you can’t ask for more.

Word count: 43


Soft Dress

Hey! What a dress! The material is so soft and gentle that you must feel like wearing nothing! The worthiest thing is that it's so cheap!

Word count: 26


The Mardigras Costume.

What a sensible outfit.

Word count: 4


matching colors

"my mom used to tell me that those colors do not match well together, but i think they look good on people like you"

Word count: 24


looking too serious

This suit will definitely avert you looking too serious.

Word count: 9


originality

I have never seen a person as original as you.
I never tought i would actually find someone capable of wearing something like that!

Word count: 24


jab

"nice tie,looks great compared to the rest of your outfit and your socks and your phsical appearance.

Word count: 17