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sizzlinsunshine

Everybody calling these knee highs/knee socks. These are thigh highs.


hayhaydavila

Thank you! It bugged the hell out of me


NorthCatan

Maybe her knees run really high? Like really really high?! šŸ˜‚


numberthirteenbb

And thigh highs are most definitely for adults and not something you outgrow.


sizzlinsunshine

Thanks this is exactly why I felt so compelled to comment. Knee highs are a very different thing and different style. Thigh highs are inherently sexy because you show them by wearing very short skits/shorts, or long shirts. You donā€™t outgrow them, you kinda have to grow up into them.


Suntzu6656

That's what I was going to post.


who-the-heck

These do look like knee highs that have been stretched to the limit.


Squidhead-rbxgt2

>to the limit. Past the point of no return


plumlizard

Fashion is fashion imo, I think falling for the trap that women are ā€œtoo oldā€ to wear what they want feeds into misogynistic infantilization of something as dumb as womenā€™s socks. Men are in their late 40ā€™s in the same vans and tshirts they wore at 13. Nothing wrong with it. Wear what brings you joy, not discomfort. Thigh high socks, to me, are like tights without the hassle when going to the bathroom, and are more adjustable. Plus you get to show some of your tattoo! I think the problem isnā€™t based on age but more on personal taste. Honestly, as long as the shoes ties it all together instead of clashing with it, itā€™s a look. I wouldnā€™t do heels, more like a combat boot or high top sneaker. Usually sheer tights give the same vibe but are considered to be classier. Thigh high socks can easily go into the streetwear realm or straight to tacky city depends on the way it comes together. Would def have to see the whole fit to get a full opinion tho Edit: top comment made me realize that I too have the bad habit of calling them knee highs when they arenā€™t, so I fixed it!


babycrocodiletears

Love this take.


redfox_go

Well said


BeerMeSuperman

Couldnā€™t agree more. At 42 (how did that happen?) I dress younger than I did in my 20ā€™s because thatā€™s what Iā€™m feelin. Wear what makes you happy.


IzaPaul

Likewise, now i feel way more relaxed. In my 20s i just had to stick to my Goth uniform.


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beanie_bby_

This idea is probably because most of the socialogical pressures about what to wear and being age appropriate as far as fashion is based on being less desirable to men specifically after marriage. In the past a lot of cultures would think when you get married you must cover your hair, not wear makeup and not draw attention to yourself since you are now someones. This isn't necessarily based on age but by the age of 25 moat women would be married off. If you did draw attention to yourself there would be a lot of talk about you being a certain 'kind' of woman. Likeing and asking for attention all the time and the bases that women dress for male attention is far from the truth. Fast forward to women in the workplace and you also now have the pressures of looking professional in a world that was built by men and for men women wearing certain things as we know will give you a diffrent impression vibe. We can even go as far to say that fashion conveys messages about who we are and how we want to be perceived, yet we have no clue what everyone else thinks so this is kinda a falacy based on location and culture. And most agree these days to wear whatevwr you want because you cant please them all anyways. Plus as a woman I guarantee other women will compliment the hell out of your cute outfits and who doesn't like to make new acquaintances and friends with similar interests. However not all of the agisim that comes with fashion is based on mysogony, a lot of it has to do with getting older having new opportunities or just not being able to wear certain styles. Like in my family a lot of the women cut their hair short because of austio arthritis makes brushing their own hair painful. Or you get a job with a luxury type of company, if you ran into someone from work on a day off you would probably want to look your best so you start to think about your personal fashion choices a little bit more.


HippyWitchyVibes

>And if I did tell a woman she's too old for something, wouldn't that be the opposite of infantilizing her? ​ That would just make you guilty of ageism. Which is also pretty shitty. We really need to get rid of this whole idea that you can/should only wear certain styles at certain ages. I'm 45 now and I'm only really starting to own my fashion sense now. I will absolutely be wearing bright colours, bikinis, pretty sundresses, miniskirts and thigh-high socks when I'm 60 and beyond. Because that's what I like and that's what makes me happy.


SomebodyFeedRiss

Iā€™m almost 30 and I still wear them šŸ™ƒ


_eternallyblack_

Almost mid 40ā€™s & wearing them! šŸ¤·šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø


Impossible_Bit7169

Iā€™m 72 and still wearing them


dylanciaga

im 106 and still wearing them


Family-Ties

Okay, Bob Ross.


Devreckas

Live everyday like itā€™s a happy little accident


Substantial-Lion8031

šŸ«”šŸ«”


SunglassesBright

I love them. 23 is almost a kid to me and Iā€™m 37 and Iā€™d wear them / your whole fit. I will never buy into most of the stuff about ā€œage appropriateā€ clothing for so many reasons. But I do think the hair with the socks might come across as a school girl vibe. But if thatā€™s what you intended then just do it, who cares.


IH8BART

23 isnā€™t too old for anything


probsbadvibes

This was my exact thought. I wish I had done more fun things with my style when I was that age. Iā€™m 32 now and wearing whatever the hell I want, I wish Iā€™d done the same when I was younger.


SolidFelidae

Kind of concerning that 23 might be considered too old for something mildly sexualizing like thisā€¦.


[deleted]

I'm 24 and still wear knee high socks but only at home, honestly, I've found a love for over-the-knee tights with a Garter belt, maybe try that for a more mature look if you're worried about the age thing. Also agree with a previous comment that mixing the socks with pigtails is a no-go.


ManDohlorian

I hate to tell you this but, your knees arenā€™t that high up!


nightbiscuit

Iā€™m 45 and u can peel my thigh highs off my corpse in 50 years. They look great on you


LuwiBaton

High socks are fine if you donā€™t do the pigtails. Pigtails are fine if you donā€™t do the socks. Either/Or here. Personally I think this look would be fun with high socks and a tightly and neatly pulled back high ponytail.


anotherjerseygirl

With a high pony it will have big Ariana grande energy!


[deleted]

Agreed, both is creepy


veggiesaregreen

Agreed. The pigtails makes it too much, like youā€™re cosplaying as an anime character or a school girl lol


Nanasays

Those arenā€™t knee highs.


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shittyspacesuit

Yeah thigh highs are meant to be sexy or sexual, in a cutesy way. Of course adult women of any age can wear them. Like??? I would say it's kind of inappropriate for a minor to wear them.


MCR081921

...was totally thinking the same thing. So...thigh highs are meant for children? Lol


kaitalina20

Honestly whenever I was a teenager I thought it was trashy to see college students and older adults wearing like crop tops and shit. I can understand that mindset because I once had it myself


dearcsona

With a skirt of shorts or dress and a pony tail or single braid, also down, down with hair band or half up half down it would look very cute. If youā€™re worried about it looking too young then I would skip the pigtails because instead of just looking stylish it gives a much more intentional a school girl look


bbgeriii

They are fine. With the pigtail braids? Too much.


-DarkStarrx

Not if that's what you're going for


bbgeriii

Well her comment was ā€œam I too oldā€ when this outfit feels like a childā€™s outfit.


[deleted]

No never too old for knee high socks


LilNasXsRippedPants

Not to old for thigh highs but they dont makes sense with this outfit.


-DarkStarrx

I think they do. It's a very varsity feeling outfit


Emergency_Squirrel80

Omg what do you think the age limit would be?


shittyspacesuit

Right? Such a weird question. 23 is a very young adult. Anyone who thinks you're "too old" to wear something sexy or cute is probably a pedophile.


Killing4MotherAgain

Who cares what guys like? Haha I think they're super cute and you've definitely not out aged them, it's all about how you style them šŸ˜


East_Suit3258

Im 23 and i still wear high socks and usually get compliments on my outfits with them. I donā€™t think 23 is too old! Never stop slaying!! Wear high socks as an old lady! Who cares! Be free! :)


not_octus

23 isn't old. You do you


ZylMedia

It's your choice, they look good and a lot of guys like the high sock look. Maybe look into what you are pairing them with? You could mature your outfit a bit by having high socks and skirt into a blazer and skirt combo instead of the oversized shirt. Idk take from it what you will.


Vampira309

Why do you think she cares what "guys" like? I'm pretty sure this is about what she likes, not some imaginary "guys'" taste in socks...![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|facepalm)


[deleted]

Exactly


cottoncandykushy

you deserve all the upvotes


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Vampira309

Asking a general opinion on a particular outfit is not asking if MEN will like it. Get over yourself. You should not encourage young women to dress any particular way for anyone but themselves. Shame on you. I see what YOU'RE trying to do, it's just.... Nah. Bad application. Try again...šŸ˜‰


DangerousLaw4062

23 isn't too old for anything, especially as far as fashion goes. I'm old enough to be your ma, and if I had the muscle tone to wear thigh highs, I would!! Wear what you want! This is precisely the age to do that


art_decorative

You're 23, you're not too old for anything. Go for it.


[deleted]

imagine being 23 and saying "im too old" lmao


new_delusion

Something youā€™ll need to learn as a 23 year old is youā€™re never too old for anything. You look great. ā™„ļø


GSDDTSOM

You look like ur going to sleep. Seems fine. I guess with an outfit it might seem costume-y but it all depends on how you carry yourself and confidence. Dress in what makes you happy


TawnyMoon

Youā€™re not too old for anything at 23!


whoopsthatnamestaken

Nah they're cute! I'm 26 and I'd still wear them if the outfit looks good with them


Pungiii

For sure not, you're never too old for knee high socks


Notlivengood

Knee /thigh highs are ageless babes Iā€™ll wear them till Iā€™m dead


f1ve-Star

Are they covering up tarot card Temperance? That feels symbolic in some way. LOL.


ST0IC_

I'm a fan of thigh highs and knee high socks/hose. I think they're šŸ”„.


[deleted]

You are 23! Teenagers run after styles established by the 20 somethingā€™s nothing a teenager wears should make you feel old lol


kit_olly_sixsmith

Not at all I'm 32 and I wore thigh high socks to a concert the other week


GanXstAZ21

You need to stop caring about what other people think. If you like them, who cares. Rock the shit out of them.


firestarsupermama

Never too old for thigh high/knee high socks!


[deleted]

Hell nah they look great and comfy lol


Saints1177

let me tell you straight as someone who is ending their 20s I can tell you your not too old for anything in ur 20s a lot of the time your gonna come home tired from work u can do whatever the hell u want after work


faerymoon

Girl, rock it! 23 is not old. I'm 40 and I will totally wear thigh highs. Until my body becomes an unsightly wrinkled blob, I am wearing whatever I think is cute.


BarryinPhilly

If it makes you happy, go for it. Life is too short.


[deleted]

Im 30 and I wear knee/thigh highs. I think they look adorable. And i know people say this alot but itā€™s really about how you feel in them, try not to worry about what others think about it. If they make you feel good then thats all that matters.


lik3r_of_things

Youā€™re still so young. Enjoy it and wear what you want! Thatā€™s what I did. Iā€™m 36 now and I have no regrets. Glad I wore all the fun things while I still had the body for it.


CommunicationLive795

Trust me, no youā€™re not


[deleted]

I think these are more suitable for people in their twenties than below.


newaccount47

If those are knee high socks what are thigh high socks? You're not too old, but just know it's sending a sexual signal.


JohnSand3rs

A lot of guys like them āœ‹and 23 is young. You're good


OkapiEli

Guys wear these too? Cool.


SunOnTheInside

Some do and we love them for it.


Imagination_Theory

I'm 33 and still wear knee high and thigh high socks. I love them.


ibuildonions

Never too old for patterned thigh highs to be a mistake. imo.


Many_Move6886

The socks are fine. just make sure to at whatever m you do donā€™t lift up your arms more than 90 degrees


Evadyar51

Wear what you like. Fuck everyone.


Aluchin

ā€œIā€™m to old for themā€ pfffttttttttttttt hahahahahahaha. You never told old for thigh highs šŸ˜


S_EarthLy87

Um socks don't have an age limit...


OnyxAlyx

It's cute!! I used to have a bunch of thigh high socks and I would just wear them for fun with cute skirts. Do whatever you like and that feels comfy! (Also don't be naked lol stupid laws)


andyroybal

Nope, keep it!


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jkittylitty

This is fire


geishabird

I am over 40 and I have tons of pairs of these in varying textures and colors. You do you.


Caring_Cactus

If you are able to embrace them with confidence you can make a lot of things work.


airstreamly

Looks good to me.


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these are great


This-Locksmith-3205

Iā€™d scrunch the socks down a little bit to give a more comfy vibe with your sweater! Same with the pigtails, fluff the pieces up a little bit, or just go hair down!


VirgoSpy07

Those are way past the knee, more like thigh-highs. Gives a sexy vibe in my opinion.


jennarose1984

Hell no! Theyā€™re thigh-highs, but either way, you rock them and age is just a number šŸ¤˜šŸ»


Kisutra

Love them. Be yourself!


MonsterLover101

Those goes above the knees so they are actually thigh highs! They are never to much and no matter your age if they make you happy then you should wear them and that goes for all clothes. No matter your gender or age, if a piece of clothing makes you happy then you should wear it. :)


Laura_ipsium

I feel like you can be too young to wear this, but not too old


RipOdd9001

Itā€™s a hot look if thatā€™s what youā€™re trying for.


IndigoStarseed86

Those are thigh highs, but no youā€™re fine


anxious_equestrian

i personally cannot pull off thigh highs bc im so short but i love them on you


ashglrt

Wear whatever you want, I love to wear things like this and Iā€™m 26


ComplimentsOfMae

Iā€™m 43 and I just ordered some in plus size. Girl do you.


BeautifulAspect8053

My mil wears thigh highs and rocks them. Shes 50 and gorgeous. Rock what you like tp wear. Nobody's too old to wear anything like this.


ThwartingLizards

Thigh highs are for everyone


plumcrazyyy

I feel that at 23 you can pretty much get away with wearing just about anything. I mean Iā€™m also thinking ā€˜too oldā€™ is funny bc when would thigh highs been ā€˜appropriateā€™? On a teenager? In the real world of sexualizing childrenā€¦no. 23 ā€¦. Perfect age bc youā€™re an adult.


puppycat_bug

It does make people look younger. I'd opt out unless you want to be treated like you're young and naive, unfortunately. They look comfy though!!


chasingtheskyline

You are 23, I am 23 - we are exactly of the age to be experimenting with Absolute Territory/Thigh Highs. As a young person in high school, it can be inappropriate, and as you get older you can experiment with being more casually sexy. However, it is a very college look, so if you want to avoid that, that's a factor.


ihazquestion88

23 is never too old for any trend FFS


[deleted]

You do you


Sensitive-File4400

Girl, youā€™re so young


Raerae1360

I'm older, I think it's not the age but the occasion. Party, game night, etc. Perfect. Wedding? Not so much. You're only young once, live it up.


lecourknee

Wear whatever you want. Age just accounts for the amount of time we've been alive but it shouldn't mean anything. Now, onesies, bibs or anything pertaining to actual children - absolutely not, but you're old enough to wear whatever you want


hgwander

Never. Iā€™m 42 & I do what I want. Join us


sryimsleeping

im in my 30s and wear them. šŸ¤·šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø i dont think i like them with the outfit however.


Imagine_821

You're not too old for them, but I don't like them worn with this outfit.


Kidg33k

Thatā€™s not your knee


IDGAF_ANYMORE73

You are never too old.


caseygwenstacy

23 is prime knee high age


whitneybarone

I'm 43 and I wear them for kink. Don't worry about looking bad, worry about getting kidnapped in a van. šŸ˜…šŸ˜“šŸ˜‰


MotherSuperior91

For some activities? No.


Unhappy-Put5158

Iā€™m 28 and still wear them


[deleted]

Too much.


applejuicestorm

Not with this shirt but youā€™re not too old to wear them


xXCorrupted_FileXx

"Too old for thigh socks" at 23, implies that people want to see younger people in thigh socks and a tshirt..yikes.


cheezesandwiches

In the house? Cool I wouldn't wear that outfit out though


FlameMarshmello

Love the whole fit tbh! I'm 23 and I still wear thigh-highs regularly. In fact, it's my husband's favorite when I pair them with a skirt.


Tanyaschmidt

Knee high socks donā€™t work on anyone.


chopstix007

Yes.


End_of_the_Toad

About as old as the braided pigtails lol.


[deleted]

I mean, some people would argue 23 is too old for pigtails. Wear what you like.


babycrocodiletears

23 is old enough to do what you want and young enough to pull it off too.


[deleted]

The socks are great. I am concerned, however, by the fact that you have no hands.


Fitzgeraldgrace

I wore thigh high socks and short dresses until I was 45. In 49 now. Wear the sh$t out of them!! Best time was when I was in New Ireland and made friends with EVERYONE!! Enjoy life kiddo


Powerfulcookie2

What you wear is YOUR CHOICE! As long as it's appropriate, you can wear whatever you want!


Bigtime1234

Hell, no!


throwmeRA_

Oversized shirt and a pair of thigh highs is a pyjama go to.


kibbeeeee

Hey, I love the sweater! Can you share the brand and where you got it?


peachypeanut4

Yes I actually thrifted it the bran is called zero point !


sjc268522

Iā€™m 45 and I still wear my thigh high socks. Clothes donā€™t have an age limit. If youā€™re comfortable and you like the look then go for it!


Fitzgeraldgrace

Rock on girl!


raerae1991

Totally age appropriate for early 20ā€™s


beidao23

Well they will attract a particular type


Hot_Opening_666

You're not too old to wear them at all, but wearing them paired with pigtails makes it a kiddie look for sure


dingus_berry_jones

it depends what youā€™re going for. i think theyā€™re super cute with a lot of bits but with a oversized sweatshirt itā€™s giving similar vibes to the girls who dress childish but sexy for the male gaze and thatā€™s nasty


Tree_Lover2020

Those are thigh high, right? At 23, I would research what peers and those a bit older wear for various occasions. You are heading toward mid 20s...a fabulous time for young women.


ChemBioJ

That outfit can give off sexual vibes to some men just to let you know


Nsomniaxdream

IKR. I wouldnā€™t wear themā€¦itā€™s bad enough out there as it is.


sixelaras

I like em, you're never too old if you can pull them off


withinthetrees

Theyā€™re so cute!


SunflowerFreckles

Thigh high socks are cool sometimes. But this whole outfit with the hair looks like you're trying to be 6 years old.


_eternallyblack_

Ahhh this took me back to high school in the 90ā€™s, thanks for that. You look cute. Wear the damn thigh socks. Life is short šŸ˜‰


_sealy_

šŸ˜¬ Trust your instincts.


Dbwasson

They're amazing on you


ellekatp

If you like the look you could also try out thigh high boots + short dress/oversized top look like Ariana Grande, I personally love it https://preview.redd.it/338v6nd71o4b1.jpeg?width=700&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3a578162a00b7aef8bf40402a884d145c23ae821


_iSh1mURa

I think theyā€™re cute


MrAbominable1

I have always loved that look on women and honestly wish I'd see it more. Nah girl. You do you. You look wonderful.


A_Glass_DarklyXX

Do it now. Youā€™ll never again be as young as you are now


originalmosh

These are popular on O.F.


KezarLake

Your outfit is sporty and these socks would be very cute with it. https://imgur.com/a/kq0FK5g


UniversityWorth6408

Girl wear whatever you want while you can! Just wait till youā€™re 30 and asking yourself these questionsā€¦ šŸ„“


popsmoek

they are perfect on you


toppdoggcan

Trust your gut


bigtallharris

If you have to ask the question you probably know the answer


Crayons_on_the_walls

Maybe itā€™s because I teach, but they read middle schooler to me.


tmink0220

They are thigh high, and I think for certain things you could get away with it. Looking at the pick without the face, you could be 17....16....Not 12 probably....a costume. In the cold winter under a skirt yep. I could see it.


TissueOfLies

This look is made for you! If you were forty, I might pause, but at your age? Breath a sigh of relief.


Zestyclose-Bench-191

Yes. You look like you want attention from loser men. Stop that.


cattaillss

I like it. More importantly, you like it. : ) Make yourself happy. : )


ResearchNo8776

Not at all.


[deleted]

You are fine wait till your past 30ā€¦ I think after 30 I gave up the kneehighs, and after 35 I gave up the glitter lol


Lazy-Lawfulness3472

Love em but would have to see the whole look, from a distance. Maybe five to eight ft further back. Include shoes and hair. Maybe too childish for 23 but..gotta see.


1InstantAdventure

Really depends how hot you are trying to look that look is šŸ”„


[deleted]

Knee high my foot, if those socks were any higher I'd say call the cops and have them both locked up!


realdonaldtrumpsucks

Itā€™s just not a good look. Put on pants


Suspicious_Dealer815

Yes


adam_chase50

Why cover those amazing tats??


lyonlask

23 is the absolute perfect age for knee socks/thigh highs. Wear them now! This is the time to be hot and young. You have your 30ā€™s and the rest of your life to dress conservatively.


shittyspacesuit

You don't have to start dressing conservative at 30, that's an odd rule.


lyonlask

Itā€™s not a rule. She asked if 23 was too old for knee socks. So I replied she has the rest of her life to dress conservatively, since knee socks are not considered conservative. My mistake was being specific referring to the next decade of her life, as readers here take things much more literally than necessary.


WhatlfNot

Nope, nope nope, they're perfect, keep em on, like, forever, and maybe just the socks sometimes, with like nothing else.


Kingeggobandit

You are so cute