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The Ever Dreaded Coverage

Graciela 77 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 14:37:29 GMT

Now I've heard it all. They were showing a pair of summer sandals on Evine and said what nice COVERAGE they give. OMG. When is this going to stop? Why don't those of you who want coverage stop buying clothing on the shopping channels and just throw a sheet over you from head to toe and some paper bags on your feet? That way, everything will be covered, and for those of us who don't want coverage can shop without having to hear this ridiculous nonsense?

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Preds — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 14:41:11 GMT

Wake up on the wrong side of the bed? Personally, I don't look good in paper bags or sheets ... unless I'm in bed.

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faeriemoon — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:10:24 GMT

LOL

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blueroses47 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:13:44 GMT

GraceK,

Your post made me laugh, but I have to agree with the others, you do sound kind of cranky. Still, I liked your post...anything that starts the day off with a chuckle is good with me.

I like as much coverage as possible, so I'm one of those people you would be irritated with.

But, I'm telling you, as time passes there are more and more things I like covered, and just a couple of years ago, I realized my feet are now among those things.

My feet have been looking like old peoples' feet, and I suppose that shouldn't be a surprise because I will soon be 68.

I like certain things covered, not so much so that others don't see, but that I myself don't have to see everything that's happening to my body and I can pretend I'm the young person I am inside.

I don't know how old you are, but either you still have time to empathize with those of us who have coverage issues, or you just have a really good attitude about baring it all.

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Graciela 77 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:14:49 GMT

Yes Iamstiloxox, many. Just because I repeat my protests of 3 or 4 things or people doesn't mean I don't enjoy the majority. Apparently you love coverage, Graver and Gracie. Otherwise, you'd never bother even answering my posts.

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Chrystaltree2 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:22:08 GMT

OP, your post made me a laugh and I needed a good laugh this morning. I didn't see the show, I don't watch EVINE but I get it...lol I'm a 16/18 and I get totally fed up with the "hide this", "figure flattering", "coverge", "back fat" remarks. That's one reason why I hit that mute button so often. They just don't understand that the vast majority of us aren't built like fashion models but we're okay with that. We don't buy clothes....and especially shoes....to hide anything.

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Kathlen — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:22:56 GMT

For those of you who don't want/need coverage ... why do you even buy shoes and clothing? Just walk around ""uncovered.""

Seriously - there are some places that I wouldn't go wearing open shoes/sandals.

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StuffnSuch — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:23:48 GMT

On 3/13/2015 Grace K said: Yes Iamstiloxox, many. Just because I repeat my protests of 3 or 4 things or people doesn't mean I don't enjoy the majority. Apparently you love coverage, Graver and Gracie. Otherwise, you'd never bother even answering my posts.

"Repeat" is putting it mildly.

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KittyLouSoutenu — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:24:52 GMT

COVER UP THOSE NASTY FEET!

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Kathlen — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:25:38 GMT

On 3/13/2015 StuffyBug said:
On 3/13/2015 Grace K said: Yes Iamstiloxox, many. Just because I repeat my protests of 3 or 4 things or people doesn't mean I don't enjoy the majority. Apparently you love coverage, Graver and Gracie. Otherwise, you'd never bother even answering my posts.
"Repeat" is putting it mildly.

I wonder if OP is old enough to understand what "broken record" means?

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Graciela 77 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:25:53 GMT

Not cranky blueroses47, just honest. I don't believe in fluff. I wouldn't even waste my time writing fluff as it is all nonsense written to please I don't know who. I just am TIRED of hearing coverage. There are some of us who don't want to cover everything up. I'm 62 and I take care of my body. I can't imagine putting on all the clothes they describe for coverage on a hot summer day. I spend a lot of time taking care of myself so I don't have to cover everything up. I believe they are catering to the market but I also think they are perpetuating the mindset that is killing people in this country everyday - unhealthy bodies are ok.. It's ok, just cover it up. I am not really referring to you covering up your toes. I don't like mine too much either, but come warm weather, I am in sandals.

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VioletEyes — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:37:11 GMT

On 3/13/2015 Grace K said: Not cranky blueroses47, just honest. I don't believe in fluff. I wouldn't even waste my time writing fluff as it is all nonsense written to please I don't know who. I just am TIRED of hearing coverage. There are some of us who don't want to cover everything up. I'm 62 and I take care of my body. I can't imagine putting on all the clothes they describe for coverage on a hot summer day. I spend a lot of time taking care of myself so I don't have to cover everything up. I believe they are catering to the market but I also think they are perpetuating the mindset that is killing people in this country everyday - unhealthy bodies are ok.. It's ok, just cover it up. I am not really referring to you covering up your toes. I don't like mine too much either, but come warm weather, I am in sandals.

Grace, I am not familiar with your posting history here. So I will just answer your original post.

I agree with you about the covering up everything. One morning Gary from Denim and Co was on and every other word out of him was about covering up. Then the host continued to sell most everything she was presenting that it would "cover" a multitude of sins.

My solution to this sales spiel is to stop watching anything fashion unless it is a designer that sells clothing that is beautiful, not designed just to cover.

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Pook — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 15:55:11 GMT

Grace K really???!!! Those that want coverage never said they would like to just throw a sheet over themselves from head to toe and some paper bags on their feet either!! - YOU DID!!! Same difference in what my opinion is!!!

It's fine to give your opinon but the silly statement about sheets and paper bags does not paint a pretty picture of yourself.

I don't like the way too conservative type clothing sold here but obviously many others prefer more coverage type clothing so I shop elsewhere!!

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jonbon — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:02:56 GMT

There are many reasons that people like to cover up, many of which have nothing to do with being overweight.

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goodstuff — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:06:48 GMT

You don't want coverage......but some do, for bunions or other foot-unattractiveness, for lumps and bumps and other figure imperfections, for crepe-y necks, flabby arms, to cover scars, for cultural/religious reasons, for work-appropriateness, for modesty's sake........for a whole variety of reasons. I imagine the hosts are offering "coverage" because many shoppers want it in one form or another! If you don't want extra coverage, there are many clothing options out there for you!

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faeriemoon — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:08:19 GMT

I smell popcorn!!!!

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Q4u — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:08:51 GMT

Very funny....! Relax, have a nice cup of tea... really, there's enough choices in the world for everyone...

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blueroses47 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:11:51 GMT

I don't see why so many posters object to GraceK's OP, it was FUNNY! She stated her opinion in a very amusingly worded way.

I'm on the opposite end of the pole, as I've posted above, but her post doesn't offend me.

I tend to look for coverage for those things I don't love about my body, I've always been that way, even as a young girl. Nowadays, it just extends to more and more areas.

But, I see Gracek's point, and I thought she expressed it very well. I don't think she literally feels we should throw sheets over our heads, she was just trying to make a point.

Some days, I wish I COULD throw a sheet over my head, but I always do admire people who are comfortable with their bodies, and are not self-conscious. I can't help it, it's just the personality I have.

I have a sister-in-law, who will wear shorts and sleeveless tank tops out to places that would just be impossible for me, and she is close to my age and doesn't have a perfect body, either. I cover up even at home. When she sees me in my big t-shirt and capris at home on a 90 degree day, she'll say "aren't you HOT in that?"

I don't even try to explain.

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GCR18 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:13:05 GMT

On 3/13/2015 jonbon said:
There are many reasons that people like to cover up, many of which have nothing to do with being overweight.

That's what I was thinking. At work we have a dress code and have limits around what kind of sandals we can wear.

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Kathlen — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:16:23 GMT

On 3/13/2015 graycatsrule said:
On 3/13/2015 jonbon said:
There are many reasons that people like to cover up, many of which have nothing to do with being overweight.

That's what I was thinking. At work we have a dress code and have limits around what kind of sandals we can wear.

Another ... modesty.