The Jaunts of JeffB!

[Thighbootguy]

JeffB;

Great choice of venue.  I was getting tired of the comic book shop (not really but the change is great).  Three hours probably didn't scratch the surface of seeing the Philadelphia Art Museum.  Three days may be a better estimate if you want to see the whole thing (and that's if you hurry).  I'm sure the museum would be honored to have you as a member.

Great look as usual but some neck wear might be a nice touch.

Complements are always nice but getting one from a young lady is especially notable.

[JeffB]

19 hours ago, Steve63130 said:

Hey, cool boots, mister!

Steve

Heh! Thanks!

17 hours ago, Thighbootguy said:

JeffB;

Great choice of venue.  I was getting tired of the comic book shop (not really but the change is great).  Three hours probably didn't scratch the surface of seeing the Philadelphia Art Museum.  Three days may be a better estimate if you want to see the whole thing (and that's if you hurry).  I'm sure the museum would be honored to have you as a member.

Great look as usual but some neck wear might be a nice touch.

Complements are always nice but getting one from a young lady is especially notable.

Well, comic books are one of my hobbies, and I enjoy going to that shop because we talk not just comics but local sports as well. Yes, I agree that just three hours at the Art Musuem just wasn't enough, and I honestly thought it would, probably thought the same thing back in August and I was wrong then too. But, hey, just gives me a reason to go back, and I still haven't been to the restaurant or Museum Store yet. Then there's the Barnes Foundation which opened earlier this year. I might have to give that place a looksee as well.

[JeffB]

Jaunt #299, 12/31/2015: After days of cloudy, gloomy and damp weather, the sun returned, so I decided to close out the year with a jaunt, attired in my black faux leather jacket over a red turtleneck, a black 16 inch denim miniskirt, the Payless "Legend" 4 inch heeled thigh boots and a black handbag. Even though there was a bit of a nip in the air, I felt perfectly comfortable in my outfit as I headed out to Parx Casino to spend a few coins. After arriving in the casino's parking lot and headed to the building, passing by a bus stand where a couple of people gave me a long look as I walked past. Entering the building, I was warmly greeted by a casino employee with "Welcome to Parx, sir" (I found it humorous to be called "sir" while in a short skirt and heels, but hey, no big deal), I saw right away there was a large crowd in the building as I guess patrons had off for New Year's Eve, but few paid me little to no mind as I strolled past since they were busy working one armed bandits, while at an ATM, a middle aged black woman standing next to me at another machine looked at my skirt, grinned and said, "Honey, aren't you cold in that thing?" I chuckled and said I was felt comfortable. She chuckled and said I looked sharp and I thanked her.

An observation I made right away while seated at a slot machine, it didn't matter to me that my skirt rode up while I sat, showing plenty of thigh while my legs were crossed at the knee, quite a change from the first time I wore a mini with thigh boots and was scared to sit, now I didn't care that I was being something of an exhibitionist, this was simply a by-product that came from wearing a short skirt, to be honest, I kinda liked being a showoff, but no one paid me any attention. Meanwhile, in the gaming department, I was about an hour into my star before I got lucky and won about $137 on a one penny machine, I cashed out immediately pocketed my winnings and called it a day, fortunate to have won a little moolah. Feeling hungry, I returned to my car and drove back into town and then into Springfield as I had a mad hankering for seafood, and I sated that need at Red Lobster. The restaurant was fairly full and bustling as I was led to a booth where I chowed down on a three shrimp combo with salad and bread and a tall glass of lemonade. Ahh, good! On way out the door, I paused to stare at a large tank with live lobsters and I heard a female voice from behind me whisper, "Wow! Check out those boots!" Without turning around, I smirked as I strolled out the door.

It certainly felt good to close out the year with a jaunt, especially an outing where I won a little money. HA! More importantly, I felt emboldened from being able to wear a dynamic outfit like a miniskirt and thigh boots in public, something I really enjoy. More to come....

[Thighbootguy]

Hey JeffB;

Nice necklace!

5 hours ago, JeffB said:

Meanwhile, in the gaming department, I was about an hour into my star before I got lucky and won about $137 on a one penny machine

I'm still surprised the casino doesn't recognize you as a "habitual winner". Certainly you are memorable enough when your not winning money from them.  If I ever do the casino thing I'd like you to be with me.

5 hours ago, JeffB said:

I was warmly greeted by a casino employee with "Welcome to Parx, sir" (I found it humorous to be called "sir" while in a short skirt and heels, but hey, no big deal)

Now how would you have wanted to be greeted?  I'm often greeted as "Hon" but mostly by people that know me. The only time Sir offends me is when is is given as "SIR" as a disapproval of the contradiction of styles I present and that the greeter is insisting he knows I'm a guy (and should look like one).

5 hours ago, JeffB said:

I heard a female voice from behind me whisper, "Wow! Check out those boots!"

She got it right.  Great boots JeffB.

 

5 hours ago, JeffB said:

I kinda liked being a showoff, but no one paid me any attention.

Isn't that a letdown.  You get all dressed up with a mini skirt and thigh boots and no one pays nay attention.  Some day when this becomes a commonplace thing (guy in skirt and boots), you'll have to do something really different like a suit and wingtips.

 

Kidding aside, that really is a good look.  Had I seen you I'd have given you a "Nice Boots" comment.

[CAT]

On November 30, 2015 at 6:58 AM, Thighbootguy said:

 

Awesome outfit Jeff.  Thigh high boots and a mini always a favorite for me!!  Winning money is always great. I wore the longest skirt I own for NYE in Chicago and a pair of awesome pumps.  My GF said she never thought I would wear anything but a mini!!!  Was a great night although I did admit in my post I was cold!   You have great pics outfits and outings!!!

[Mr. X]

Shorter skirts and Red Lobster.  Now you are speaking my language Jeff.  We all know what the lady at Red Lobster was thinking but what about the lobsters in the tank Lol  I'll tell you what I'm thinking.  Your outfit looks great!  Well done!

[Steve63130]

Great outfit, JeffB! Well done.

Steve

[JeffB]

18 hours ago, Thighbootguy said:

Hey JeffB;

Nice necklace!

I'm still surprised the casino doesn't recognize you as a "habitual winner". Certainly you are memorable enough when your not winning money from them.  If I ever do the casino thing I'd like you to be with me.

Now how would you have wanted to be greeted?  I'm often greeted as "Hon" but mostly by people that know me. The only time Sir offends me is when is is given as "SIR" as a disapproval of the contradiction of styles I present and that the greeter is insisting he knows I'm a guy (and should look like one).

She got it right.  Great boots JeffB.

 

Isn't that a letdown.  You get all dressed up with a mini skirt and thigh boots and no one pays nay attention.  Some day when this becomes a commonplace thing (guy in skirt and boots), you'll have to do something really different like a suit and wingtips.

 

Kidding aside, that really is a good look.  Had I seen you I'd have given you a "Nice Boots" comment.

TBG: Well, I can't exactly call myself a "habitual winner" since I only go there two, three, maybe four times a year max, and there have been times I came away with a pittance. It's just about having fun. I know it's proper to be called "sir", I still found that humorous, heh! Meanwhile, thanks for the kind words, I really should wear my thigh boots more, they're such fun, especially with short skirts!

17 hours ago, CAT said:

Awesome outfit Jeff.  Thigh high boots and a mini always a favorite for me!!  Winning money is always great. I wore the longest skirt I own for NYE in Chicago and a pair of awesome pumps.  My GF said she never thought I would wear anything but a mini!!!  Was a great night although I did admit in my post I was cold!   You have great pics outfits and outings!!!

Thanks for the compliment. I'm kinda surprised at how easy it's become for me to wear a miniskirt and thigh boots in public. And it's great fun as well!

14 hours ago, Mr. X said:

Shorter skirts and Red Lobster.  Now you are speaking my language Jeff.  We all know what the lady at Red Lobster was thinking but what about the lobsters in the tank Lol  I'll tell you what I'm thinking.  Your outfit looks great!  Well done!

Thanks much. It's always great to get compliments on what I wear, makes me realize that I'm doing things right when it comes to putting outfits together.

8 hours ago, Steve63130 said:

Great outfit, JeffB! Well done.

Steve

Much appreciated!

[Henri1942]

Great Outfit JeffB.  I think it makes you look younger.  Keep up the good work.

Henri

[JeffB]

17 hours ago, Henri1942 said:

Great Outfit JeffB.  I think it makes you look younger.  Keep up the good work.

Henri

Younger, eh? Cool! Thanks for the compliment!

[SkirtDude]

Any jaunts on the horizon or is it not mini skirt weather?

[Thighbootguy]

4 hours ago, heelsrus2000 said:

is it not mini skirt weather?

You'd be surprised how warm leggings and thigh boots are (which go well with a mini).  I was out in 10F weather with a bulky sweater, scarf, leather coat, earmuffs, gloves, thigh boots leggings and a mini.  When I went into Sam's Club I had to take the coat, gloves, and earmuffs off because I was too warm.

[JeffB]

On 1/11/2016 at 4:41 PM, heelsrus2000 said:

Any jaunts on the horizon or is it not mini skirt weather?

Been busy of late, but I hope to be out and about again soon. To answer your question: Yes, it IS miniskirt weather! Just as long as you layer up!

On 1/12/2016 at 9:11 PM, Thighbootguy said:

You'd be surprised how warm leggings and thigh boots are (which go well with a mini).  I was out in 10F weather with a bulky sweater, scarf, leather coat, earmuffs, gloves, thigh boots leggings and a mini.  When I went into Sam's Club I had to take the coat, gloves, and earmuffs off because I was too warm.

TBG is right! Leggings makes wearing a short skirt easier, warmer too! HA!

[robbiehhw]

I see leggings with skirts more often now but usually on younger women. That has been the thing that has kept me from going that route, although i dunno if i am correct or not. I wear leggings with long tops mainly. For skirts i go with tights. That is what i am wearing today to work - skirt, tights and boots.

[SkirtDude]

4 hours ago, robbiehhw said:

I see leggings with skirts more often now but usually on younger women. That has been the thing that has kept me from going that route, although i dunno if i am correct or not. I wear leggings with long tops mainly. For skirts i go with tights. That is what i am wearing today to work - skirt, tights and boots.

I think this leggings and skirts look is a recent, yet lazy fad... girls don't bother with footless tights  (the kind you might wear with high heel boots), I'm always in tights if wearing a skirt,  unless its when the weather is warmer -  the only thing I think is worse is girls wearing thick tights as leggings...  

[JeffB]

robbiehhw: It doesn't matter to me that something I wear is seen on younger women, if I like it, and it does the job intended (keeping me warm), then I'll wear it.

heelsrus2000: I've worn footless tights from time to time, makes wearing boots more comfortable, especially with my Pleaser boots which are only regular width.

[JeffB]

Jaunt #300, 1/16/2016: What a way to kick off my 2016 adventures with my 300th outing, by wearing a dress, namely my black, cowl neck sweater dress which I paired with my black leather jacket, footless gray tights, the Walking Cradles "Elites" riding boots and a handbag. Even though it was fairly chilly, despite a goodly amount of sunshine, I felt perfectly warm and comfortable in my outfit. Let me tell you right off the bat, as much as I love wearing skirts on my outings, there's a certain....something about being in a dress that is more exciting and enjoyable than I can describe, and basic black suits me to perfection. Now, why my flat heeled boots? Well, beyond the fact I like wearing them, I thought they lent a more casual air for a Saturday. But, on this day, it was all about the dress and how much fun it was to wear it.

My first stop of the day was to my friendly neighborhood comic book shop where I discussed the myriad problems with the Philadelphia Eagles with the staff, if there's a reason I go there as much as I do is because I can chat sports, and that's a treat for me. Leaving the store, I headed down Walnut Street, packed with shoppers and pedestrians and, predictably, pretty much no one gave me so much as the time of day, something I've come to expect on my outings, walking into the Rittenhouse Square Barnes & Noble, I was greeted at the door by the security guard who was a woman who smiled and said, "Nice dress." I smiled and thanked her for the compliment. After some thirty minutes in the store, I left with the newest issues of Sports Illustrated and ESPN the Magazine and returned to my car little under half a mile away, swing by a convenience store to buy a newspaper and a Powerball Lottery ticket. Back in the car, I drove over the Ben Franklin Bridge into South Jersey and the Moorestown Mall area where I had lunch at Boston Market, dining on their pulled BBQ chicken carver sandwich, darn good! From there, it was off to Sears where I shopped for and bought bed linen which they had on sale and bought two sets for about $40 bucks before taxes, after that, I wandered into the mall itself on nothing more than a lark. Even though it was well after Christmas, the place was fairly full with shoppers, and while I did catch a few stares and second glances here and there, otherwise, no big deal.

With NFL playoff action some forty-five mintues away, I went back to the car and drove home, otherwise, I most likely would've stayed out longer than I had, but hey, being a slave to sports is a cross I don't mind bearing. Heh! The experience of wearing a dress was positively exhilirating and, like I said earlier, it was great fun. I amazed myself with how at ease it was to wear that dress and, more importantly, how natural it felt, moreso in some ways than skirts which I've fully devoted myself to on my adventures. One thing's for certain, I most definitely intend to wear dresses more on future outings. More to come, including THE NUMBERS....

[Thighbootguy]

Nice look JeffB.  You you are correct, "dressing" is fun.  I have a couple of similar dresses in muted colors and I find that they look better with a belt.  In fact one of mine came with a belt.

1 hour ago, JeffB said:

Now, why my flat heeled boots? Well, beyond the fact I like wearing them, I thought they lent a more casual air for a Saturday.

They do lend a casual look, but I miss the heels.  And, you have to find a cropped jacket.

[SkirtDude]

I love the dress. Jeff! It seems there's a lot more people 'freestyling' out there, thanks to Instagram I came across this guy who travels the world, often skirted. I love his skater skirt, and I think I might get one next if I can break the addiction of pencil skirts (I find they fit me so well!) You could try a belt with a dress, or even a skater dress which I think would suit your figure. Look forward to your next jaunt as always  

[JeffB]

22 hours ago, Thighbootguy said:

22 hours ago, Thighbootguy said:

Nice look JeffB.  You you are correct, "dressing" is fun.  I have a couple of similar dresses in muted colors and I find that they look better with a belt.  In fact one of mine came with a belt.

They do lend a casual look, but I miss the heels.  And, you have to find a cropped jacket.

Hmm! It never occurred to me to pair my dress with a belt. Interesting! I might have to give that a try. At this time of year, sweater dresses are the best bet because they look nice, and keep one warm when properly accessorized. Like I said, I'm eager to wear dresses more because I enjoy them. And yes, I'm still looking for that cropped jacket.

17 hours ago, heelsrus2000 said:

I love the dress. Jeff! It seems there's a lot more people 'freestyling' out there, thanks to Instagram I came across this guy who travels the world, often skirted. I love his skater skirt, and I think I might get one next if I can break the addiction of pencil skirts (I find they fit me so well!) You could try a belt with a dress, or even a skater dress which I think would suit your figure. Look forward to your next jaunt as always  

 

Well, that's certainly an interesting look, even though I'm not a fan of his thick legs or choice of footwear. Still, a skater skirt might make for an interesting change of pace from what I usually wear. I will take that under consideration. Thanks!

[JeffB]

And now, with 300 jaunts in the book, I present for your reading pleasure----THE NUMBERS!

JAUNTS BY YEAR

• 2008: 10
• 2009: 42
• 2010: 28
• 2011: 61
• 2012: 34
• 2013: 33
• 2014: 45
• 2015: 46
• 2016: 1 (and counting)

CLOTHING

• Skirts: 217 (above knee-150, below knee-50, at knee-17)
• Jeans: 63 (tucked in boots-39, untucked-24)
• Skorts: 9
• Dresses: 5
• Capris: 4
• Pants: 1
• Long Sweaters: 1

FOOTWEAR

• Payless shoes: 175
• Other shoes: 125

• Boots: 106 (knee high-59, thigh high-45, ankle high-2)
• Pumps: 96
• Loafers: 37
• Flats: 24
• Sandals: 20
• Slides: 17

PERCENTAGES

• Skirts: 72.4
• Jeans: 21.0
• Skorts: 3.0
• Dresses: 1.6
• Capris: 1.4
• Pants: 0.3
• Long Sweaters: 0.3

• Boots: 35.3
• Pumps: 32.0
• Loafers: 12.3
• Flats: 8.0
• Sandals: 6.6
• Slides: 5.8

[SkirtDude]

Pretty impressive figures, rather like yourself  I looked at his skirt first of all and thought it was cute - I couldn't tell if it was just an A-line mini or a skater, but still it suited him, though he could choose better footwear   His website is www.theworldistoosmall.com and it has links to the rest of his looks on Instagram  

 

I think I love those riding boots of yours the most in your choice of footwear, and the more fitted skirts and dresses (though that's my sartorial choice  )

Looking forward to the next 300 jaunts  

[JeffB]

Thanks for the kind words, heelsrus2000. Much appreciated. I'll check out that link when I can. I'm really glad I bought those riding boots which have been fun to wear. Meanwhile, I've come to appreciate wearing pencil skirts and the like, they really suit me and the image I want to portray as a freestyler, and yes, I definitely want to wear more dresses!

[Heelster]

On 12/01/2016 at 9:11 PM, Thighbootguy said:

You'd be surprised how warm leggings and thigh boots are (which go well with a mini).  I was out in 10F weather with a bulky sweater, scarf, leather coat, earmuffs, gloves, thigh boots leggings and a mini.  When I went into Sam's Club I had to take the coat, gloves, and earmuffs off because I was too warm.

I found that out recently too!

For some strange reason, I spotted these black fleece lined leggings at of all places - A Rural King store. Priced on sale at $3.99, so I figured 'what the hell' and bought a pair. These leggings are freakin warm. Kinda chilly in these parts so I decided to see how they worked with a denim mini and some tall boots. Granted, I'm hangin around the house, but these leggings are warm.

I can see why the lady's wear them out in the winter. I was outside in 5 degree evening with a wind chill of -8 degrees, and I was pretty comfortable.

Think I'll grab a couple more pairs.

[Heelster]

On 18/01/2016 at 6:21 AM, JeffB said:

Well, that's certainly an interesting look, even though I'm not a fan of his thick legs or choice of footwear. Still, a skater skirt might make for an interesting change of pace from what I usually wear. I will take that under consideration. Thanks!

Ummmmm - - - Ain't workin for me. Maybe I need a drink so I can see it better.

[HappyinHeels]

JeffB,

I'm impressed as to the detailed numbers sorted by type of outfit and accompanying footwear. It looks like your "jaunt diary" converted into numbers. You may well be the forum leader as to the combinations worn and the frequency in a particular area. I have worn most of the same things but have tried to take my heels along and wear them in different cities, states, and countries. I also like to do as many different things as  possible in them from eating in restaurants, cooking meals at home, driving, shopping, etc. I believe a lot of us probably create a mental log of what we've done but you have memorialized it to a magnificent degree. Please continue the great tradition.  HappyinHeels

[JeffB]

11 hours ago, Heelster said:

I found that out recently too!

For some strange reason, I spotted these black fleece lined leggings at of all places - A Rural King store. Priced on sale at $3.99, so I figured 'what the hell' and bought a pair. These leggings are freakin warm. Kinda chilly in these parts so I decided to see how they worked with a denim mini and some tall boots. Granted, I'm hangin around the house, but these leggings are warm.

I can see why the lady's wear them out in the winter. I was outside in 5 degree evening with a wind chill of -8 degrees, and I was pretty comfortable.

Think I'll grab a couple more pairs.

Hmm! Fleece lined leggings! Methinks I'll have to investigate that. Sounds like something that would certainly come in handy now that winter has fully reasserted itself in my neck of the woods.

11 hours ago, Heelster said:

Ummmmm - - - Ain't workin for me. Maybe I need a drink so I can see it better.

Well, that sort of look isn't for everyone, I'll grant you that.

10 hours ago, HappyinHeels said:

JeffB,

I'm impressed as to the detailed numbers sorted by type of outfit and accompanying footwear. It looks like your "jaunt diary" converted into numbers. You may well be the forum leader as to the combinations worn and the frequency in a particular area. I have worn most of the same things but have tried to take my heels along and wear them in different cities, states, and countries. I also like to do as many different things as  possible in them from eating in restaurants, cooking meals at home, driving, shopping, etc. I believe a lot of us probably create a mental log of what we've done but you have memorialized it to a magnificent degree. Please continue the great tradition.  HappyinHeels

Thanks for the kind words. I was in a numbers detailed position back when I was in the Navy (Storekeeper), so that love for numbers carried over into my outings. One of my goals is to broaden my horizons and go to other places and indulge in other activities so I don't fall into any sort of rut. And yes, I will indeed continue my tradition.

[Thighbootguy]

38 minutes ago, JeffB said:

Hmm! Fleece lined leggings! Methinks I'll have to investigate that. Sounds like something that would certainly come in handy now that winter has fully reasserted itself in my neck of the woods

@JeffB

The Walgreens down here has them 2 pair for $10.  Check out your store (300 N 63RD ST) or (1 S BROAD ST).  I wear my boots when I go to my Walgreens.  They ask about them if I'm not wearing them.

[JeffB]

23 hours ago, Thighbootguy said:

@JeffB

The Walgreens down here has them 2 pair for $10.  Check out your store (300 N 63RD ST) or (1 S BROAD ST).  I wear my boots when I go to my Walgreens.  They ask about them if I'm not wearing them.

I've been to the Walgreens downtown. It used to be a Border's bookstore and it's three stories tall, easily THE biggest drug store in town, if not the region. Thanks for the info.

[Thighbootguy]

JEffB;

Another option for keeping warm are leg warmers.  A nice feature is that, being footless, you can wear them as high as you want.  Here I'm wearing a black pair with knee high black fabric boots and a mini skort. 

My legs were cozy warm.