"Too Pretty for Retail" – What Does That Even Mean?

[TheGrinds]

Hey all,

Lately, I've had people telling me I "shouldn’t be working in retail" because apparently, I’m "too pretty" and "should be a model." Like, sorry, didn’t realize my face had a career preference! 😂

It’s awkward and kinda frustrating, especially when I’m just trying to do my job (which, by the way, gives me the flexibility I need as a parent).

AIBU for feeling annoyed to get these weird “compliments” that feel more like career advice? How do you respond without just standing there, speechless?

Really?

5ft 7 is minimum. I know because I was just short of it and so stayed beauty modelling (make up and skin care) instead. Kate Moss was/is 5ft 7.

TheGrinds
5ft 7, is that tall enough to be a cashier?

Well it's certainly not tall enough to become a model, so that's all right then.

Kate Moss is 5ft 7. She's sometimes credited with leading the way for 'shorter' models of that height.

Oh dear, you poor thing 🙄

Of course it’s a stealth brag, as per PPs.

A classic (non)humble brag 😁