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AIBU Tesco shoppers in PJs 'Disgusting' REALLY?

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1DAD2KIDS · 05/01/2017 18:10

Just read this article

www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/outraged-man-asks-tesco-to-ban-disgusting-shoppers-from-wearing-pyjamas/ar-BBxVcVl?ocid=spartandhp

Wearing PJs in Tesco's should be banned because its offensive and making people feel uncomfortable, Ridiculous. Not sure about you but I generally don't find anything threatening or to be worried about by people in PJs? I cant see that its indecent either; I doubt people are parading down the isles in skimpy Lingerie this time of year. Even if they were there is nothing wrong with the human body. This isn't Calvinist Geneva or Taliban controlled Kandahar. Some people are offended by or feel uneasy around Goths, Clowns, Women in niqab or burka, Transsexuals, people in football shirts etc. It doesn't mean that their personal hang ups should restrict other peoples freedom of dress. People are so easily offended these days.

Anyone else offended by people in PJs in Tesco?

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Astro55 · 07/01/2017 16:51

A few years ago a very odd woman was stood outside a shop in her PJs and some shopping - it was cold and she didn't look well.

I rang the police who picked her up and offered her some help and she clearly became distressed

Wouldn't do that now - could be anyone

Mindtrope · 07/01/2017 16:56

I think it comes down to the "fuck you" attitude that PJ wearers have that is interesting.

All this " I have no time" or " what does it matter", the truth is that it is attention seeking.
They want to be seen as making a statement, rebelling, having a devil may care attitude, YAWN.
" Look at me I am so cool that I can defy convention"

1horatio · 07/01/2017 16:57

When I was little a girl came to school in her pyjamas. It was the talk of the school. I remember that we all knew it was very wrong and that her parents had somehow done something wrong...

Headofthehive55 · 07/01/2017 17:10

Yet the next minute it's pj day at school and they are all in them!

Recent events have meant I have found a new found empathy for those disabled or unbendy enough to easily wear some types of clothing!

What I thought were easy to get on and unrestrictive have not proven so.

OvariesBeforeBrovaries · 07/01/2017 17:24

The amount of "It doesn't bother me, BUT it's dirty/chavvy/smelly etc" on this thread is ridiculous.

If you have those feelings about the topic, it does bother you. I don't get why people are so desperate to say they're not bothered when they clearly are? Just own your shit Grin

How do people have time to look at what other people are wearing in the supermarket etc? I barely have enough attention span to look at my shopping list Grin

WaitrosePigeon · 07/01/2017 17:47

How do people have time to look at what other people are wearing in the supermarket etc?

Quite easily when they walk past? Hmm I never unstand this comment about noticing people. Human nature is to clock other humans when they walk past.

Astro55 · 07/01/2017 18:01

It's also human nature to judge - it's a survival instinct

Stillwishihadabs · 07/01/2017 18:01

Just a thought about being on call - most junior doctors now work 12-13 hour night shifts. We shower before going to work (as you would) on arrival in the clinical area at the least remove outdoors clothes (coats and shoes etc). But frequently take off our "civies" and put on scrubs which are laundered at 90° on site, everybody wears underwear underneath. I usually had a spray of deodorant at that point and before entering the ward ALWAYS wash our hands, often for arms as well. If I was lucky enough to get an hour or so rest I would usually pull on a hoodies as staff rooms are cold at night, which was removed before attending any patients (I would obviously wash my hands every time). If it was a hard night I sometimes changed my top before the morning ward round and always if it became contaminated. Before leaving the ward we would change back in to "civies". There is nearly always a shower and towels available. Even now (I am office based) I usually take my "hospital" clothes off when I get home. Not the same as shopping in what you have been wearing all night at all.

MommaGee · 07/01/2017 18:01

LassWiTheDelicateAir

Stop being a judgmental cow and get on with your own life not a convincing argument vs jisge everyone who isn't perfect like me ? Yeah, we're such bad people

Astro I know that was on reply to me but it still made me laugh. My point is its a lot of judgement based on a generally banal outfit. If it's obviously dirty then surely it should be a judgement on that regardless of the item. And it is possible to talk to people and be polite

FabulouslyGlamourousFerret · 07/01/2017 18:06

Has anyone seen today's Russell 'Kaneism'? ... I wanted to post a link but I think it would link to my Facebook! Search it on Facebook if this thread interests you Grin

LassWiTheDelicateAir · 07/01/2017 18:16

Stop being a judgmental cow

Oh the irony of being told not to be judgemental by someone who uses the expression "judgemental cow"

Such a persuasive argument.

MuseumOfCurry · 07/01/2017 18:26

If you have those feelings about the topic, it does bother you. I don't get why people are so desperate to say they're not bothered when they clearly are? Just own your shit

It doesn't follow that because I think someone's a fool, I must be bothered by their foolishness. It's all a part of life's rich tapestry. Wink

AwaywiththePixies27 · 07/01/2017 18:36

If I was lucky enough to get an hour or so rest I would usually pull on a hoodies as staff rooms are cold at night, which was removed before attending any patients (I would obviously wash my hands every time). If it was a hard night I sometimes changed my top before the morning ward round and always if it became contaminated. Before leaving the ward we would change back in to "civies".

stillwishihadabs on most of my admissions I've noticed the nurses looking after us practically always wear hoodies. I do think it's awfully unfair to you all.

Do they turn the heating off at night or something? Wink
My Ex works in a hospital and has to keep his get changed into his uniform on site. I doubt there's few on call doctors having to nip into Sainsbos in their PJ's.

AllieinWonderland · 07/01/2017 18:38

We can see the supermarket from our bedroom window so I often hurry out in the morning in my pyjamas and the mankiest trainers if we need milk at breakfast or the like, or send a teenage DC in a similar state... Sorry if I've cause any offence... Grin

MommaGee · 07/01/2017 19:15

Lass I have evidence to back up my comments so its an observation not a judgement

LassWiTheDelicateAir · 07/01/2017 19:47

You have completely missed the point Momma

The phrase "judgemental cow" is not an observation.

It is itself a very judgemental phrase and as such says quite a lot about the type of person who thinks using "cow" in relation to another woman is "observational"

Icapturethecast1e · 07/01/2017 19:49

Mmmmh. Will now be looking out for pj wearing people when I next visit Tesco & Lidl.😁

ghostwatch · 07/01/2017 21:05

Tesco garage just now Darth Vader pjs on a man who said to my other half behind him in the que "yeah I know I know I just got out the shower" to which other half replied "may the force be with you" perfectly nice man entitled to his Star Wars escapades. Live and let live. Grin

Theboysmum16 · 07/01/2017 21:10

I got a call in the middle of the night to say my nan had passed away, obviously I was in my pjs and my dad picked me up. I wasn't thinking about getting dressed I just wanted to get to my nans house asap to say goodbye before the undertakers came. When I got there we decided my nan should be dressed in New pyjamas before she was taken so my dad took me to Tesco which was the only local place open through the night. I was still in my pjs I got a few nasty looks but tbh I didn't care. I probably looked rough from crying and lack of sleep but the people looking down their noses at me had no idea why I was in my pjs . It's easy to judge but hard to be judged.

MakeMyWineADouble · 07/01/2017 21:14

There was a lady shopping in a fox onesie at my local Asda today! I managed to not feel offended or insulted or anything dramatic! However I do wonder why people decide to do it? I get popping out very early or late for something forgotten not wanting to get redressed ect, but 15.00 in the afternoon i don't really get it

CaraAspen · 07/01/2017 21:18

"WaitrosePigeon

How do people have time to look at what other people are wearing in the supermarket etc?

Quite easily when they walk past? hmm I never unstand this comment about noticing people. Human nature is to clock other humans when they walk past."

Surely the poster was not being serious?It is pretty much impossible "not" to notice someone wearing their nightwear in a public place - a place where other people are shopping for food.

Blu · 07/01/2017 21:24

LassWi , I am really quite concerned about the introduction of unnecessary restricive rules, people 's sensibilities being the basis of shutting down free speech, etc. I'm the end someone wearing pyjamas does no harm to anyone else. We may have private views about pyjama wearing but my objection to a ban, and being 'laid back' about it is not desperate virtue signalling but a political and ethical position. As it happens, I consider it slovenly. But that isn't a reason to ban it. Our freedoms are more important than my subjective judgement.

CaraAspen · 07/01/2017 21:28

"Blu

LassWi , I am really quite concerned about the introduction of unnecessary restricive rules, people 's sensibilities being the basis of shutting down free speech, etc. I'm the end someone wearing pyjamas does no harm to anyone else. We may have private views about pyjama wearing but my objection to a ban, and being 'laid back' about it is not desperate virtue signalling but a political and ethical position. As it happens, I consider it slovenly. But that isn't a reason to ban it. Our freedoms are more important than my subjective judgement."

Oh wow, the freedom to wear nightwear in a supermarket is such an important freedom for which to fight.Hmm

1horatio · 07/01/2017 21:42

People should obviously be allowed to wear their pyjamas to the supermarket if they want to.

But we're also allowed to bitch about it or make snap judgements Wink

Blu · 07/01/2017 22:09

No, the principle of not having unnecessary restrictions on activity that does no one any harm is important in a free society. Hmm