If I don't make fun of guys for wearing campy purses, then people will make fun of them for wearing campy purses.
Poll: Men with purses
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I'm not saying you should shut up about it. And if you honestly feel the need to 'do' something about it then I'd say that's equally insecure and unmanly as being all quiet.lord.jeff said:
I'm saying that the only truly manly thing to do is to laugh about it. A freaking purse is not a serious thing. It's not a sensitive thing. It's just a freaking purse, nothing more. If you feel the need to 'do' something about others mocking your purse then you're either extremely insecure about yourself or taking your purse way too seriously, neither of which is very manly. It's just a purse, it's not a matter of human rights or deeply held beliefs. If you can't laugh about being mocked over such an insignificantly silly thing then you're everything but manly.
It's just a purse. You don't need to prove yourself by doing something about it to wear a purse. If you get embarrassed to the point you either keep quiet or feel the need to do anything about it then you honestly shouldn't be wearing a purse in the first place.
I must say, I am absolutely disgusted that 73% of you people wouldn't save your dogs if they were drowning in whirlpools! shame on all of you!
Whats wrong with my pouch? I still don't get why it offends people in any way! it's a pouch....with coins in it. I've seen plenty of alternatives suggested in this thread (most involve leaving my coins at home, which is much less handy), but I've yet to have seen a valid explanation for why I shouldn't use the thing.
First of all, I have a wallet; that's where I keep my bills and cards. The coin compartment in any wallet I've ever had sucks though, they are very small, awkward to access and make it difficult to fold the wallet when overfilled; my pouch is much more effective.someonehairy-ish said:
Whats wrong with my pouch? I still don't get why it offends people in any way! it's a pouch....with coins in it. I've seen plenty of alternatives suggested in this thread (most involve leaving my coins at home, which is much less handy), but I've yet to have seen a valid explanation for why I shouldn't use the thing.
I'll admit, this was never meant to be a serious thread; the whole nazi thing is just melodrama.
I guess i'm a nazi because i own something called a wallet. it has a coin pouch built in maybe you should look into that instead of a purse.
The only time i would be caught dead with a purse is when i'm holding it for a friend/girlfriend.
The only time i would be caught dead with a purse is when i'm holding it for a friend/girlfriend.
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Probably preferable to a fanny pack.
With the proliferation of the laptop it's become much more normal to see guys with purse like bags. Guys have always had those sort of business bags, I wouldn't worry about it being effeminate unless it's got a brand name stamped all over it, or a floral print or somesuch.
Spare change -- I always get rid of it asap. Tip jar, give-a-penny dish, accidentally leave it in the dispenser, homeless man, whatever. I hate having to fish around and carry something that's heavier than paper money and at the same time worth less and a bigger hassle.
Probably preferable to a fanny pack.
With the proliferation of the laptop it's become much more normal to see guys with purse like bags. Guys have always had those sort of business bags, I wouldn't worry about it being effeminate unless it's got a brand name stamped all over it, or a floral print or somesuch.
Spare change -- I always get rid of it asap. Tip jar, give-a-penny dish, accidentally leave it in the dispenser, homeless man, whatever. I hate having to fish around and carry something that's heavier than paper money and at the same time worth less and a bigger hassle.
Meh, you can have a man purse if I can have lady cargo pants. Seriously, pockets in lady pants are a freaking joke if I want to carry around more than a teensy cell phone (so, not a smart phone at this point) and a single credit card. I miss the days of not having to worry about how I looked (i.e. not at a job xD) and I could carry my life around in pants as opposed to an annoying bag...
BEHOLD:
This here is the answer to all of your problems.
It's called a "wallet" or "portemonnaie".
It goes IN your pocket.
It holds ALL your coins for you.
BUT WAIT: There is more:
It has room for BILLS.
It has room for ID'S
It even has room for CREDIT CARDS.
And if you call now and order instantly, you'll get a free Mr. T to pity your friends who don't have a wallet.
This here is the answer to all of your problems.
It's called a "wallet" or "portemonnaie".
It goes IN your pocket.
It holds ALL your coins for you.
BUT WAIT: There is more:
It has room for BILLS.
It has room for ID'S
It even has room for CREDIT CARDS.
And if you call now and order instantly, you'll get a free Mr. T to pity your friends who don't have a wallet.
geK0 said:
My wallet has a zipper pocket I use to store change. But yes, I sometimes dream of an efficient, manly way to carry my shit because I can't wear a coat with a shit ton of pockets during the summer. I should move to England where it's always cold and rainy and thus coat weather
Wallets are too small.
Purses are too big.
Backpacks are too big and prone to ninjas.
A sling bag that also attaches to a belt-loop (I've seen this magical device) seems perfect, as it could comfortably house several wallets and phones without being an external hassle or too small.
Purses are too big.
Backpacks are too big and prone to ninjas.
A sling bag that also attaches to a belt-loop (I've seen this magical device) seems perfect, as it could comfortably house several wallets and phones without being an external hassle or too small.
People can use whatever they want, but personally I'm pretty happy with a wallet in my back pocket, you must carry around a f**kton of change.
Any of these will do your needs OP [http://www.just4leather.co.uk/mens-designer-leather-wallets/wallets-with-coin-purse]
My tip? Don't bother carrying round more than about £5 in change (Preferably in nothing smaller than 20p's) you'll never use it all and it'll just end up bogging you down. Put your change into a jar at home and then take it to the bank and swap it. last time I cashed in my change jar I got £87.00 so it is worth it.
My tip? Don't bother carrying round more than about £5 in change (Preferably in nothing smaller than 20p's) you'll never use it all and it'll just end up bogging you down. Put your change into a jar at home and then take it to the bank and swap it. last time I cashed in my change jar I got £87.00 so it is worth it.
The problem is it isn't just about the purse it's about being able to do as you wish, the OP isn't making a big deal about a purse that's the asshats making fun of him, he's making a big deal about the intolerant attitude that a lot of people unfortunately have, and that is something you should be wanting to do something about.Hagi said:
He's being mocked for a bit by friends who didn't know he had a purse like that...lord.jeff said:
That's being an intolerant asshat now?
If that's the case you're right though, it's an attitude a lot of people have. Most actually, it's considered pretty normal to crack a joke to a friend about something potentially embarrassing.
Now if you'll excuse I'll be going to mock my brother for spending more time on fashion and looks than his girlfriend until he mocks me that he has a girlfriend in the first place. Guess we're both intolerant asshats.
If you are a guy wanting to wear a purse/satchel bag then go for it. I honestly wish I had one of those things when i used to walk around on campus and I had to carry around a load of books that didn't require my huge backpack. Its all about convenience, who cares what other people think? People saying you need to turn in your man card.. that statement is so absurd. You still have your male genitalia? Yea? Then keep your "man card".
Surely they should be allowed to carry purses, but the problem is, as I must agree, that it's just a bit silly. A purse is a woman's accessory. It's like those lesbians who insist on wearing ties regardless of the setting. They certainly ought to be allowed, but it's just inappropriate. Nevertheless, I know what you mean. Storage space is nice. Solution: laptop bag. They're self-justifying in that they carry your laptop in addition to other stuff, but they also tend to be rectangular and black, making them at least gender neutral if not overtly masculine.
Why did you feel the need to mention your sunglasses are expensive? Why would anyone on the internet care whether they're expensive or not?Aaron Sylvester said:I carry a camera case and use it like a purse. Obviously there is no make-up or comb inside, only manly stuff like audio gear / techie stuff / my expensive sunglasses
Just find it odd is all.
Why does anyone on the internet care about anything anyone posts? Just find it odd is all.Jynthor said:Why did you feel the need to mention your sunglasses are expensive? Why would anyone on the internet care whether they're expensive or not?Aaron Sylvester said:I carry a camera case and use it like a purse. Obviously there is no make-up or comb inside, only manly stuff like audio gear / techie stuff / my expensive sunglasses
Just find it odd is all.
