Tights Under Shorts as a Style for Men
For MALES: What do you think about tights under shorts as a style for yourself?
| 1% (5) | Who came up with this crazy poll? Me going around in tights? Are you serious? | |
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| 5% (16) | I don't think I'd like it, but I might give it a try if a lot of other guys were doing it. | |
| 19% (57) | Cool idea, I'd do it if it became somewhat popular. | |
| 30% (87) | I really like this style. If just a few guys in my area started doing this I'd join them. | |
| 42% (122) | I already do this, or plan to soon. |
287 voters have answered this question.
For FEMALES: What do you think about this style for guys?
| 7% (6) | Tights on guys? No way. | |
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| 0% (0) | I wouldn't like it, but some women might. | |
| 15% (12) | Tights or socks, it wouldn't make any difference to me. | |
| 38% (30) | Guys with good legs should do it. It's hot! | |
| 37% (29) | All men in tights are hot! |
77 voters have answered this question.
What would your reactions be if a male friend or acquaintance started dressing this way? (Check all that apply.)
| 6% (17) | Be reminded you knew he was a little strange. | |
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| 4% (11) | Dude, that's gay! | |
| 4% (12) | Dude, that's silly! | |
| 44% (119) | Dude, that's cool! | |
| 42% (115) | He must have a lot of courage to do that. | |
| 0% (0) | He must be a wimp to do that. | |
| 7% (19) | He must be cold to do that. | |
| 0% (2) | Make a note to avoid being seen with him dressed that way in public. | |
| 4% (13) | Wonder if he's gay or has sexual identity issues. | |
| 10% (28) | Good-natured teasing for "tights boy" | |
| 18% (49) | Ask if you can borrow some tights so you can do it too. | |
| 34% (94) | Notice his style, but not think of it as anything unusual. | |
| 11% (32) | Probably would not even notice. | |
| 15% (41) | He's started copying my style | |
| 0% (1) | Other- please describe in the discussion area |
269 voters have answered this question.
For FEMALES: Would you encourage your boyfriend or husband to dress this way?
| 5% (4) | No way. Not even if many other guys were doing it. | |
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| 1% (1) | I wouldn't like it, but it would be ok if it were a popular style. | |
| 23% (16) | It's his choice- I encourge him to wear whatever he chooses. | |
| 11% (8) | I'd encourage him to dress this way, but only in private. | |
| 30% (21) | I'd encourage him to dress this way all the time. | |
| 26% (18) | He already dresses this way. |
68 voters have answered this question.
What kind of tights would be appropriate for guys to wear under shorts? (Check all that apply.)
| 43% (120) | shiny tights | |
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| 71% (197) | matte (non-shiny) tights | |
| 72% (202) | dark colors (black, navy, etc.) | |
| 40% (111) | light colors (white, cream, etc.) | |
| 36% (102) | sports (team) colors | |
| 19% (54) | very bright (neon) colors | |
| 25% (72) | striped tights | |
| 23% (65) | patterned tights, tie-dyed, etc. | |
| 48% (134) | spandex sports tights (running, cycling etc.) | |
| 35% (99) | cotton and other fabric sports tights | |
| 37% (103) | men's footed ballet tights | |
| 37% (105) | women's typical fashion tights (some skin shows through) | |
| 37% (104) | women's thick fashion tights (no skin shows through) | |
| 2% (8) | none, guys shouldn't dress this way |
277 voters have answered this question.
What kind of shorts would be appropriate for a guy to wear with tights? (Check all that apply.)
| 52% (140) | dress shorts | |
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| 59% (159) | cargo shorts, jean shorts, other casual styles | |
| 50% (135) | nylon and other sports shorts | |
| 50% (136) | mid-thigh length shorts | |
| 49% (134) | shorts a little above knee-length | |
| 45% (122) | knee-length shorts | |
| 37% (101) | shorts a little below knee-length | |
| 28% (77) | shorts well below knee-length | |
| 2% (6) | none, this is not a style for guys |
269 voters have answered this question.
For which ages of men and boys would this style be appropriate? (Check all that apply.)
| 23% (64) | infants and toddlers | |
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| 30% (82) | older boys not yet in school | |
| 45% (123) | grade-school boys | |
| 72% (195) | teenage boys | |
| 90% (244) | young men | |
| 76% (206) | middle-aged men | |
| 47% (128) | senior men | |
| 1% (5) | none, no men or boys should dress this way |
269 voters have answered this question.
Do you ever see men wearing tights under shorts? (Check all that apply.)
| 34% (91) | occasionally for athletic activites | |
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| 23% (62) | frequently for athletic activities | |
| 33% (89) | occasionally as casual wear | |
| 9% (25) | frequently as casual wear | |
| 25% (67) | yes, as an alternative style (goths, punks, etc.) | |
| 8% (23) | I remember seeing it when grunge was popular | |
| 38% (103) | I do it myself | |
| 14% (38) | no, I've never seen guys dress this way |
267 voters have answered this question.
Do you think tights under shorts will become an accepted casual style for men?
| 8% (24) | I can't imagine it ever happening | |
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| 18% (52) | Eventually, but it will be many years | |
| 34% (95) | It could happen within a few years | |
| 26% (72) | It's on the verge of happening | |
| 11% (31) | I already see it where I live |
274 voters have answered this question.
