JC Penney catalog circa 1977. Say it ain't so. I was only eight. Did people really wear this stuff???Here's are next dining room set, which is apparently made by adding upholstery to old barrels:
Also, I am totally getting this for our bathroom:
There's plenty more home furnishings where those came from, however I'm not going to bore you with that. Instead, I'm going to bore you with something else. The clothes.
Here's how to get your butt kicked in elementary school:
Just look at that belt. It's like a boob-job for your pants. He probably needed help just to lift it into place. The belt loops have to be three inches long. And way to pull them up to your armpits, grandpa.
Just look at that belt. It's like a boob-job for your pants. He probably needed help just to lift it into place. The belt loops have to be three inches long. And way to pull them up to your armpits, grandpa.
Here's how to get your butt kicked in high school:
This kid looks like he's pretending to be David Soul, who is pretending to be a cop who is pretending to be a pimp that everyone knows is really an undercover cop. Who is pretending to be 15.
Here's how to get your butt kicked on the golf course:
This "all purpose jumpsuit" is, according to the description, equally appropriate for playing golf or simply relaxing around the house. Personally, I can't see wearing this unless you happen to be relaxing around your cell in D-block. Even then, the only reason you should put this thing on is because the warden made you, and as a one-piece, it's slightly more effective as a deterrent against prison-rapery.
Here's how to get your butt kicked pretty much anywhere:
If you look at that picture quickly, it looks like Mr. Bob "No-pants" Saget has his hand in the other guy's pocket. In this case, he doesn't, although you can tell just by looking at them that it's happened - or if it hasn't happened it will. Oh yes. It will. As soon as he puts down his matching coffee cup.
Here's how to get your butt kicked at the beach:
He looks like he's reaching for a gun, but you know it's probably just a bottle of suntan lotion in a holster.
How to get your butt kicked in a meeting:
If you wear this suit and don't sell used cars for a living, I believe you can be fined and face serious repercussions, up to and including termination. Or imprisonment, in which case you'd be forced to wear that orange jumpsuit.
How to get your butt kicked on every day up to and including St. Patrick's Day:
I don't believe that color exists in nature. There is NO excuse for wearing either of these ensembles unless you're working as a body guard for the Lucky Charms leprechaun.
In this next one, Your Search For VALUE Ends at Penneys. As does your search for chest hair.
And this -- Seriously.
No words.Oh wait, it turns out that there are words after all. Those words are What. The. H*** . I'm guessing the snap front gives you quick access to the chest hair. The little tie must be the pull tab.
Also, judging by the sheer amount of matching his/hers outfits, I'm guessing that in 1977 it was considered pretty stylish for couples to dress alike. These couples look happy, don't they?
I am especially fond of this one, which could be entitled "Cowboy Chachi Loves You Best."
And nothing showcases your everlasting love more than the commitment of matching bathing suits.
Enough I can't take it anymore......
7 comments:
age really shows when you remember those clothes. i have a few pictures that shock me when I think I wore such weird things. Just wait 30 years and then look back.
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The boy with the boob job was you during mom's "stretch-n-sew" phase. Don't know about the pants and belt but for sure the shirt. Marc
I think my grandpa still wears the one piece jump suits. I know for sure my dad and mom had some of those matching shirts. Scary!
OK. I have looked at this post a dozen times and laugh every time. Where in the world did you come across this catalog? Was it in some time capsule you found in the back yard? I don't know I can totaly see you and Leslie sporting those matching swimsuites next year at the beach. Our you lounging around by the campfire in get-up C (colorful Stretch terry Coordinates). Can't wait for Urmston Reunion 2009!
FUNNY. TOO FUNNY. EEEW funny. yikes! fun-nee!
Hi Urmstons!
We love our little Mini Pearl! She gets ridden 3-4 times a week--I hired my 13 year old to train her. The big accomplishment is that Mom isn't afraid of her like she is of the bigger horses. Still a lot to learn, but a sweetheart of a mule.
If you can come down, I'd be glad to take you riding into parts of Zion that will blow your mind. Just say when.
Hey I own about half of these clothes and I think they still look great on. I mean if any one wants to borrow them feel free to contact me and we can discuss rental.
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