I like the fact that as women we have so many options. I vary with the seasons. In winter at work it's slacks and cotton turtleneck sweaters - I have the same sweater in seven different colors. In spring and fall, longish skirts (again about seven identical Dirndl-pleated skirts in different colors, plus a couple of others- ALWAYS with pockets!), in summer tee shirts and knee-length skirts. Guys just get to wear -pants.

Recently adding contra dance to my life has opened up new doors. Coming of age in the severe mid-'60's I thought I'd lost out completely. In 1961 My mom had a red taffeta party dress with a sweetheart neckline and a poofy crinoline (and long kid gloves). I had dead-straight and simple lines thrust on me.

But now I get to wear long or short swirly skirts with sequins any weekend I want to -- wheeee!

Linda