Jeans--perfect example of the difference between men and women?

I think that the differences between male fashion and female fashion ARE somewhat of a reflection of male and female values/expectations. They also reflect the roles that men and women typically play in society. Men and women’s clothing is different because it is meant to accomplish different purposes and give off different “visual messages.” Think about it: how much can you tell about a person and their values before he/she even opens their mouth?

Let’s start with the little bit of common ground men and women have in the fashion industry…Studies that have been conducted on this subject reveal that people (whether male or female) who select comfortable, practical clothing tend to have a higher level of confidence and are have a good grip on life as well as a good amount of security in their personal lives and careers. Subjects who chose more decorative clothing tended to be more “peer-oriented” and sociable, and able to relate to other people very well. This applied to both men and women.

As far as the gender gap in clothing goes…

Men are more practical. They are, traditionally, the breadwinners. Instead of simply looking “hot,” like women want, (emphasizing sexual organs and the overall appeal of the body) the principle goal of their fashion choices is to both show off their means, while at the same time, being functional and practical. Power, to men, is money, strength, intelligence, and position. Their clothes are intended to reflect those values. Their clothing has an expected lifespan that’s several times longer than that of women’s clothing. Their shoes all fit the same; sizing makes more sense. Vanity sizing is unheard-of. Men’s clothing accomplishes its purpose very well.

Although it’s usually not very practical, like men’s fashion, women’s fashion does accomplish its purpose—just a different one. Female power is also in money and position, but more principally found in “sex appeal.” A great wardrobe can turn a very average looking woman into a stunning “super-woman.” Form-fitting dresses that show off the curve of the hips, heels that give instant “tone” to the legs, and tight jeans that nip and tuck problem areas ALL increase the sex appeal of the woman, thus giving her the “woman power” she wants to accomplish her goals. Sure, sizing makes no sense. It’s a marketing ploy to make the woman feel fitter and more attractive than she really is. (honestly, a “6” sounds sooo much better than a “12” to an average-size woman). That alone is evidence supporting the theory that women buy clothes that they feel make them “look good” rather than comfortable, practical ones, in 9 cases out of 10. It doesn’t mean that their clothing choices are inferior to men’s, they are just made with entirely different goals in mind.

It’s complicated, but it makes perfect sense. If there were no reason behind the madness, then this trend wouldn’t have gone on for hundreds of years like it has.

You don't sound like someone on drugs. but DAMN IT boy you got WAY to much f***ing time to think about shit.lol its called a hobbie! lol

doesnt mean I'm on drugs or acid.

you speak your thoughts.and I got what you're trying to emply.

doesnt mean what your thoughts is what others have in mind too.evrything is designed for something.mens stuff are designed for men,women stuff are designed for women in general.sellers doesn't exactly know what is comfort for this one boy or the other and what's comfort for this girl and the other.for that they make tons of styles generally for men and women but up to that individual to pick what's comptable for em.

everyone wears for comfort.its either mens or womens as long as they're comtable.the condition "to think from birth" you meant they boy stuff strictly for boys,girls stuff strictly for girls,didnt apply here.means each boys and each girls are unique comes to thinking.

it applys when each of unique individual understands the point of this other unique individual.

boy! I wish I'm at least in a beer.u made me think!

Sometimes I buy guys jeans but they don't fit quite right at the waist. Really, I still don't want to carry much in my pockets. I like keeping it looking smooth.

Wouldn't it be an acid wash rant?

I agree with you. Over the summer, I was in a film program, and it really pissed me off that the guys could fit freakin soda bottles in their pockets in addition to equipment, but I had to tape equipment on to my belt because nothing fit in my pockets (that majorly hindered my mobility).

Generally though, women's jeans have more stretch to them so we can get them over our thighs/hips, and that makes it easier to move.

Actually, I think that's a reason why there's such a difference between men's and women's jeans--women's figures vary so much that we have to have material that stretches. Everything else is about style, but there's no getting around the material. I have full thighs, wide hips, and a small waist. If my jeans didn't stretch, I wouldn't be able to get them past my knees. And if I got them in a bigger size, they would be huge around my waist. Not to mention the fact that other women with a different build can still wear the same size as me (the industry has to accommodate all of us).

Actually the women;s jeans don't hinder movevment. At least mine don't. I like my jeans a little tighter, but I can still walk easily in them. They have to be stretchy so that we can wear them tighter and not feel like we are about to bust every seam. And men don;t care as much about women about showing off their best features and hiding their worst.
you are right, it is just we are born with the desire to look our best at all times. (not syaing that men aren't)

I think you are right girl jeans are made way tighter. Like skinny jeans. And guy jeans are made more loose. But I think it's only because some girls want to show off their best features. Although recently I have seen a lot of guys wearing tight jeans. I don't find it very attractive but it's their deal. So yeah I think you are right.

I think you right, I'm a mom and I don't mind the jeans I have but when I'm looking for my little girls jeans at 1-2 years old there made the same why mine are. I think its b.s because she has a dipper, and want to run clime on stuff and her lags at to tight to do it and if I get them bigger then there to big around her and fall down

No, it shows that things haven't really changed. Women are still expected to show off their bodies and their 'ratings' socially depend a lot more on how tight their jeans are than what brains or character they have. It's pretty sad and of course it reflects how women relate to men in general. Men are often looked at like salmon waiting to be 'hooked.'.

And of course men are aware of this and if they don't have a lot of respect for women.will, gee, I know a couple of women who have to LIE DOWN to put on their jeans because they are so tight they can't otherwise get them on!

I admire women who don't wear designer jeans. They look fine in men's cut jeans, actually, anyway.

Great question