Three hipster kids were in the Urban Outfitters today, buying Converse shoes while I browsed the 75% off clearance section. They were arguing whether to get the black or gold tops
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That's the weird thing about Urban Outfitters! You don't know up from down in that place. Is she homeless or is she chic? Is this blatant consumerism or irony at a premium? Should anyone except Kanye wear those godawful glasses, and even then, probably not?
The problem with the racist jokes (and how much I actually love them), is whether they're actually racist ... or tongue-in-cheek as if to mock racism itself? Or do I just look like someone who loves Obama? Is it because my basket was full of clearance items and we liberals love a good deal?
Come to find out later, Urban Outfitters is owned by Republicans!
Just seemed bizarre. And I love bizzare... so it all worked out, I suppose. I should've simply said, "Touche." Or just silently held up my hand for a high five.
It took me about four read-throughs to see her comment as something other than a completely random non-sequitur. Then I got it, and my brain said, "Really? I mean, really? The fuck to Converse colours have to do with the price of tea in China?" This should not be a racial decision; it's a budget decision. Black goes with everything, from blue jeans to a cute skirt. Gold just isn't as versatile. :)
I've decided that she meant, "People who aren't afraid to butt in and make suggestions to strangers because it's kind of fun and funny are bold people who are likely to be Obama supporters."
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That's the weird thing about Urban Outfitters! You don't know up from down in that place. Is she homeless or is she chic? Is this blatant consumerism or irony at a premium? Should anyone except Kanye wear those godawful glasses, and even then, probably not?
The problem with the racist jokes (and how much I actually love them), is whether they're actually racist ... or tongue-in-cheek as if to mock racism itself? Or do I just look like someone who loves Obama? Is it because my basket was full of clearance items and we liberals love a good deal?
Come to find out later, Urban Outfitters is owned by Republicans!
Just seemed bizarre. And I love bizzare... so it all worked out, I suppose. I should've simply said, "Touche." Or just silently held up my hand for a high five.
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Damn you, perfect gesture thought of six hours too late!
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WHAT!?
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