My dad raised me to hate the joined colors black & gold from a very young age. As a result of growing up in Northeastern Ohio, we have the bitter sweet burden of being Browns fans. The general rule: we want the Browns to win, the Steelers to lose, and everything else to line up so those first two things can happen. Every season begins with lots of chatter about the promising potential of the new season. New players, new coaches, and a new beginning. Inevitably, every season -and most games- end in disappointment. If it isn't clear from my extremely basic explanation, I admittedly don't pay a lot of attention to the NFL. I try to follow it enough to know what's going on. But the big picture is that there is always a new season, we always hope, and we are always let down. And when we are let down, we root against the Steelers.
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| UMBC's Golden Retriever Mascot. |
Imagine my awkward inner conflict when I come to find that UMBC's colors are primarily black & gold. My first trip to the bookstore was tough. Trying to pick out a subtle shirt that doesn't go completely against the basic foundation of being someone from Canton, Ohio. Black and yellow are evil. We don't wear those colors. It sounds silly because it is. And don't worry, it's not that dramatic or important. But I would be lying if I told you I didn't cringe when I walked in that bookstore, choose a plain grey shirt and walk out. It will probably be a little while before I can dress with more spirit.
One place I have found that I have no troubles wearing black and gold is in my professional attire. It doesn't look athletic so no one associates it that way. In the last week I have rocked a few different black and gold outfits. All of these items are recent purchases (or gifts) of mine that I wore this week and am so excited to wear over and over again.
1. Gold Necklace, $18 at Charming Charlie
2. Calvin Klein Dress, gift from my aunt
3. Anchor bracelet, gift from one of my best friends from Sara Aghili
4. Tunic Blouse, $23 from Target
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I wore 1 & 4 together earlier this week.
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Something gold I would like to acquire: How cute is this dainty elephant necklace?
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| $15 from LemonTreeLand's Shop on Etsy :) |
How do your loyalties or dislikes dictate your wardrobe? Do you cringe at the site of certain colors and delight in others?
Love,
Logan
Logan, of course I love this post! I remember accidentally pairing black and yellow to work during football season on a Friday and deeply regretting it.
ReplyDeleteBlack and gold are such cool colors! I didn't even realize until last year that black and gold is actually the Saints colors, black and yellow is for the Steelers...but it's usually their fans that try to claim gold.
I hope the Browns can bring you honor this year- I know you'll be representing from a far. You should try to find a Brownsbackers club to watch the game with!!!