The jackets new to my collection, the black denim is still stiff and starchy. It itches from time to time. I try not to think about it but it gets so damn itchy, why is it so itchy?
Theory 1: It’s a relatively new jacket, it hasn’t been worn many times by the previous owner, and it’s a stiff denim jacket, stop being paranoid.
Theory 2: What if the previous owner had scabies or lice? Maybe I have scabies or lice. Maybe I’m being a hypochondriac. Can you catch scabies? What are scabies? I’ve never really seen scabies, I’ve heard of them in books though. I probably have scabies.
Scabies or not I still like it. I guess you don’t see many guys wearing jean jackets these days, I think it’s cool, most of my friends think it’s cool, I guess it’s not for everyone though.
If you see a guy wearing jeans at New Trier, there’s probably a fifty percent chance they’re made by a brand named nudies. Nudies are jeans made with real indigo and you’re not supposed to wash them for six months. Don’t ask me to tell you why you have to wait six months but people like to. Yes they start to smell and yes they’re gross but they appeal to some people.
Two years ago… “Really Andrew? You’ll trade me your nudies for fifty bucks and an iPod, what a deal.
I wore those pants for about a year without washing them, they were disgusting. I soon realized that nudies were taking over the north shore so I moved on to a nicer brand. Jeans are a big deal for me. They’re my favorite article of clothing and I love researching about them. The ones I have now are very similar to jeans made in the 20s. They retailed for $270, hell if I was going to pay that much.
Internet conversation:
TLCA (Me): So how much are you selling these jeans for?
Please Underestimate: $165, staying firm about the price.
TLCA: Jeez I’m really interested in buying these but I only have $125 and plus I can see a small rip on the back pocket, I can buy them right away, consider them sold!
Please Underestimate: Fine but I can go any lower than $125.
1 day later…
TLCA: Hey I ran into a small problem, I got a ticket yesterday and it was $25, I’m so sorry I can do $100 right now and send the payment through.
Please Underestimate: I can’t believe I’m doing this but I need this sold, fine $100, you got a steal I hope you know that.
I don’t try to be a jerk but in the world of bargaining you do anything to get the lowest price. No I didn’t get a ticket but a lie every once and a while can’t hurt.
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ReplyDeleteSorry this took me so long, my computer wouldn't let me comment last night. I think I typed this about 15 times already haha.
ReplyDeleteAnyways, nudies-yes! My friends wear them and I don't get them and why you can't wash them for so long...dirty. But I get it's so they form to your body or whatever. Good paper and I definetly want to read on. I can't figure out your question yet, but it's only the first day so by tomorrow or so I should be able to figure it out. Good job! Can't wait to read more.
I like what you have so far! The focus on jeans (the jacket and pants) is really unique and funny. I'm not totally sure what your question is yet. . .but probably it'll be more clear when you have posted more. I like the tone you use-- it's very casual, like you are peaking with the reader. I was wondering if the "Jeans are a big deal to me" sentence is meant to be in a new section, though? It didn't seem so much related to the sentence before it. Just a suggestion! Anyway, looks good so far!
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