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mr.72 wrote:There are certainly groups or sets of people who look perfectly normal in a vest, even around Austin.

Like, Kinky Friedman

Did someone just suggest that Kinky Friedman looks "perfectly normal"?

Just kidding, I supported his run, even though I oppose his populist policies. I just wanted to see someone bust up the status quo.

no really I am kidding. There are some folks who look pretty normal in a vest and will not attract any extra attention at all.

However for many people, the addition of a vest to their wardrobe would mean instant-dork-status. For me it would, and would invite all kinds of questions about whether I have a stain to cover up on my shirt or maybe I am out of laundry.

Yeah, that's what I meant. For some styles, a vest (usually leather) goes quite naturally. Usually those vests are a bit snug for concealment, though.

longtooth wrote:

KBCraig wrote:

HighVelocity wrote:The only people that think GUN when the see a vest are already carrying guns of their own.

Yup. Everyone else just thinks you're eccentric, or a plain ol' dork.

KB you scoundrell, you know I cover w/ a vest all the time.

I almost wrote an exception for you, but wordiness would have ruined a good one-liner.

Folks, LT is neither dorky nor eccentric (at least by our standards). He's really mastered the idea of blending in. Instead of looking really out of place by wearing a safari or photography vest, he's more of a "Larry the Cable Guy dressed for church" kind of guy. Except Ma hems his non-sleeves.

There's a lot to be said for "dress around the gun". Personally, I opt for looking like a middle age guy wearing oversized club shirts over tees (I carry OWB). Without a seamstress in the family, it's easier than LT's style, but the brushpopper/Carhartt look sure blends better in East Texas.

Everyone can find a style of dress that will accommodate concealed carry within their lifestyle parameters. Sometimes it means staying more dressed up than usual, sometimes it means being more casual than usual. Sometimes it means adding accessories you normally wouldn't. Be creative!

Kevin

HighVelocity wrote:The only people that think GUN when the see a vest are already carrying guns of their own.

Yup. Everyone else just thinks you're eccentric, or a plain ol' dork.