Original comments from 12/2/99
I understand and appreciate that not all women (or men) like pantyhose, and
that pantyhose may even be a real annoyance to some. However, these ludicrous
rantings go beyond absurd witticisms and bear the mark of prolonged boredom from
not having something worthy of real thought with which to whittle away time.
At the onset, Ms. Gutierrez suggests that the "horrible reality" of pantyhose
is that they are "another chain that men have thrown over women...." This biased
statement is so mired in obtuse non-logic I can only laugh! "Another chain?" Are
men so powerful that they can dictate women's wear? No...not close. While the
thought makes me (a male) sound ominously god-like, I can only wish I had but a
tiny fraction of the power which Ms. Gutierrez so freely attributes to me. And
the description of "horrible reality" is at once both nothing more than a simple
overstated personal opinion and an attempt to create a mountain from a molehill.
Myself and many, many others wear pantyhose without these feelings of which Ms.
Gutierrez so viciously speaks.
Suggestions of constricting individuality are equally obtuse. To wear
pantyhose is to add any of a huge number of colors, styles and designs to an
outfit. Pink pantyhose, green pantyhose, stripes, stars, fishnets...the
combinations are endless, and those with a flair for fashion embrace the
opportunity to express themselves by incorporating various styles of hose into
their wardrobes.
Further complaints about costs involved in purchasing pantyhose miss the mark
as well. Ms. Gutierrez speaks of corporate America. Typical outfits for women in
"corporate America" run into the hundreds of dollars. What's five dollars for a
pair of pantyhose when shoes and the rest of the outfit cost hundreds?
I will not debunk each of Ms. Gutierrez' arguments, as there is no point in
debating all the statements in an article so flooded with misdirected vociferous
criticisms. Perhaps one day Ms. Gutierrez will see the positive benefits of
pantyhose, and understand that a large number of people choose to wear pantyhose
of their own volition. The absurd thing is that many men would like to wear
pantyhose, but hide this fact for fear of being vilified by society. Actually, I
know no person who has to wear pantyhose, though I do know several women
who wear pants with the express purpose of avoiding them. Ms. Gutierrez has a
choice not to wear pantyhose if she so desires. Any suggestions to the contrary
are simply half-baked. - Winnie
Well as far as hating pantyhose, I have to wonder why anyone would feel
compelled to wear them if they don't want to. It is possible to dress presentably
in a professional setting without wearing pantyhose. In these days of fashion
freedom, mini skirts, and long skirts, just leave the 'hose to those who like
them. For those of us who like pantyhose there are sooooo many colors and
textures. And hey, when it gets hot or the pantyhose are uncomfortable just take
them off. Just please leave those of us who appreciate our fashion accessories to
have our own choices. The existence of pantyhose is not about the oppression of
women, babe, it's about fashion. As for fashion, some of us get it, and some of
us don't. -
Sally
This woman definitely has a panyhose complex. It appears she is suffering from
a clear case of pantyhose envy! Down with Fatima! Long live pantyhose!!! -
Lucy
Addendum, 12/4/99
Of course, this sort of topic isn't to be
taken too seriously. Despite her simple article above bashing pantyhose
(which was somewhat designed to get under people's skin), Fatima really isn't a
bad person. She certainly doesn't deserve death threats! Feel free to
express your opinions to her, but threats of hanging via pantyhose are just a
touch overboard, IMHO. - Winnie
Addendum, 9/24/03
I am happy to report several positive improvements in Fatima's behavior over
the years. Apparently, she has learned much from us! First, Fatima wears
pantyhose more than you ever would have thought after first reading her article
(and I can personally attest to this.) And there's a secret: Fatima
actually likes shiny pantyhose! Having now grown up since her young college
days, Fatima has come to appreciate many of the advantages that come with
pantyhose!
That, and I have to say, Fatima is actually a cool chick! (BTW...the pic
of her in pantyhose above, now posted at her site, was her retribution for
the article!) Maybe we should all write to her at
thegreatthinker@yahoo.com and
tell her which brands of pantyhose we'd like to see her wear at her site! - Winnie
