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Jim78

Jim78

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Hi all.

All through my life I always felt the most empowered, confident and stylish wearing long coats.

From leather frock coats in my youth when I could realistically wear them that were reminiscent of such uniforms:

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To more modern apparel that I've worn as I've gotten older and at times in my youth reminiscent of this:
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What surprised me most on remembering reincarnation was that everything about me, including my style of dress, pointed to who I had been and I'd never realised it! One never sees what is right in front of you.

I was wondering if other members could relate? What, if any, style of dress seems like a holdover from a previous life or a similar to a past life current life expression of the soul?
 
Uniforms, very specific to countries, branches even units
It depends on the 'mood' that I'm in (on other words which life is on the surface) as to which specific uniform I long for
Other than that, short sleeve t-shirts, I absolutely have to wear a t-shirt, as a kid my parents tried to get me to wear tank tops, instant fight
No t-shirt under a dress shirt? Absolutely not, might wear a Vneck to make it less obvious if open collar was the dress regs for the day but I always have a t-shirt on
Where this comes from? I don't know
 
I've always been drawn to vintage dresses from the 1930s-1940s, but also something of a tomboy look as well. I've seen photos and, while she could look glamorous and beautiful in dresses, my past self also dressed in tomboy styles [fit for the time]. So, t-shirt and shorts. Practical clothing that she could move around in, as she was quite adventurous and athletic in her youth [as was I - I used to love roaming the streets I grew up on, on all sorts of 'adventures']. I merely find the tomboy look more comfortable than wearing a dress all day. Although, I do keep thinking of stocking my wardrobe with a few tea dresses...
 
Thanks for bringing up this topic. Growing up I was a tomboy and didn't start caring about fashion until later in life. Lately I've been feeling as though my current style isn't unique enough and have been wanting to try something bolder starting with my makeup. It doesnt help though that I'm short and overweight so most clothes dont fit me right. Luckily I'm losing some weight.
 
I don't get to express but I prefer clothing that is layered to where the figure isn't immediate and private unlike how people dress these days. Something with hopes of trying out someday.

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This thread makes me want to go and search an reenactment group... preferably one where you can choose from different eras and cross-dress if you wish.
Like with CalSol, it depends on my "mood", just that it doesn't necessarily have to be a uniform in my case.
In everyday life, most of the time I choose clothing only for practical reasons: what ever is comfortable and keeps me warm in winter, cool in summer.
 
For the most part, I tend to lean towards medieval European clothing: tunics, cloaks, etc. of which I own several. I also own some imitation traditional Japanese clothing, though could do with a better quality set. I do sometimes desire some of the fancier uniforms like you brought up, Jim, but I have to be in a certain mood. I miss the softer-soled boots from previous eras as well.

Most odd to me is not wearing armour. I actually become more comfortable when laden with bags and satchels because having the weight on my torso is familiar and protective.

There and back again, I share your sentiment about layers/loose clothing (being a somewhat modest person in regards to fashion), though I will have to appreciate your somewhat geeky execution of it from afar.
 
I’ve always been a T-shirt and jeans person. Very much dress like a 1950s teenager half the time, maybe I should grow up ?

Apart from that I’ve always unconsciously chosen jackets / coats that are military in style. When I was a teenager in this life I wore the life out of a pair of canvas sneakers that were camouflage patterned with oriental tigers embroidered on the sides. Have an affinity with tigers. Lots of the patches during Vietnam war had tigers on them.
 
And don't forget the SF tiger stripe and woodland uniforms in Nam, later they became standard issue but before 1970 they were purely SF
 
Yup -- had no idea why those shoes were so special to me. One day was walking home in the dark and trod in the biggest pile of dog muck I've ever seen, all over my beloved shoes. 'Muck for Luck' as they say. :D

They were like this, but not hi-tops:
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Thanks everyone.

I always wear boots too, I rarely wear runners. I just feel more comfortable in boots.

I was also wondering about the interesting deviations between lives.

This was a rebel uniform of 1916:

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This was my type of 'rebel uniform' as a young man in my current life:

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On the surface neither two looks have much in common beyond the fact that both are images of youthful rebellion from different eras.

I found it very strange yet very right that the reincarnation of an Irish rebel would be a bandana wearing long hair in a more modern incarnation. It also seemed right that they would also be Borus' incarnation. It was just overwhelming that it was me.

Of course, being forty now, I can't justify a rebel look unless I ever put on a uniform again. ;)
 
I've always worn boots as well, even got away with wearing WWII style jump boots on duty after I received my jump wings in this life (third time that I've been a Paratrooper)
Now I wear sneakers because boots and a wheelchair don't mix for full time
 
Yea CanSol. In work everyone tells me to wear runners but I feel much better in boots. Nowadays I just wear jeans and a shirt though. The older I get the less conscientious I get about my appearance. I'm not on the pull anymore though so that might have something to do with it too.
 
Shining boots and brass have a calming effect on me, I know a few that absolutely hate doing it so during basic and on base it was common to trade skills, I shined brass while someone else folded the laundry (to this day folding 12x12 inch is difficult for me without a cardboard mall) I sewed people's ranks and patches on uniforms as well for traded duties or services (there were a few that could shine boots till blinding and while mine always mirror a bit I had no problem sewing their DEU rank and patches to the mm accurate while they shined my boots)
 
Hi tanker.

In spite of all I've learned about conflict I still can't help but feel pride in wearing that uniform. Here's a colour picture of a rebel uniform:

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Although after 1916 I realised that civilian clothes were more effective for success. Although I like the Volunteers uniform, its simple and functional.
 
If I didn't know better I'd swear that's a Canadian WWI uniform other than the sleeves they look alike (the British is more brown)
 
My most priced possession
Class A (101st patch, collar discs, jump wings and combat medics badge and belt are all original, Tanker jacket, uniform shirt, M42 jump trousers, Toccoa shirt and jump boots
 

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It's a very interesting thread you started Jim, thanks for that!

If I may share my experience regarding three things I noticed regarding my clothing habits:

1. Starting when I was 10, when entering collège in France (similar to middle school), I was offered two pairs of leather shoes by my father and I dutifuly polished them every morning before going to class. Even today, I have kept the habit of always maintaining a high standard of presentation, ironing my shirts, dusting my suits and keeping my shoes clean and polished. It surprised a lot of my classmates and later on colleagues, as they saw it as a trouble whereas I couldn't think of presenting myself with a neglected outlook.

2. I have always hated wearing black suits. In fact I never owned one until I found a job as a receptionist, and I frankly reluctantly complied. Now that i have more freedom in my choice of clothes, I always go for anything that isn't dark.

3. I once had a Tour guide job in Paris, where I drove my passengers on a guided tour of Paris in a vintage car. As part of the uniform, they gave me a kind of officer cap, and I swiftly removed the inside frame to wear it more loosely. I loved this cap and kept it in my possession. I smile now, because I realized a few months ago that it looks very similar to the habit the german officers had during 2nd World war, where they all removed the inside frame of their officer caps to wear it in a more loose and relaxed fashion when not in a parade setting.

Which makes me smile knowing now that I have memories of being an Officer in the german army, during an era in which style and look played an important part in the propaganda machine. While I have kept the habit of always maintaining a high standard of presentation, the fact that i hate wearing black suits is a funny twist in my current life. As if I rejected some aspects of my past identity's presentation!
 
Yea it is very similar CanSol.

If I were to ever buy a uniform this is the one I would buy:

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I was wearing it the day I died. This is my last photo:

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It might sound morbid but I have to take something from such a pointless death. To put that uniform on would empower me...remind me why I did as I did. I didn't just die in the uniform, I died FOR the uniform. I died fighting for peace and freedom. I don't have a uniform to put on in my current life to remind me why I fought in my current life. I'd take a past life reminder any day of the week....not for the price they charge though. :)
 
I totaly get it, I too didn't just die in uniform in any of the wars I've fought but for much more than that, for what the uniform represented

The price is part of the reason why I didn't buy a WWI uniform, there are good repro British uniforms but they cost a fortune, finding a decently priced Canadian is mission impossible
Might get a Nam era repro uniform though, those are atleast decently priced but can't find a good quality M43 trousers that I've worn after Normandy till I was killed in april 1945
If I get the Nam fatigues then I have 4 of the uniforms I've worn in active service, M42 jumpsuit, Class A, Nam ODs and current CADPAT
 
That's cool Benjamin.

I always polished my boots, kept my clothes neat and kept myself groomed too. That's all flown out the window since I was traumatised though.

I like black suits though. I haven't worn a suit in a long time though.

Its good that you have a specific clothing habit that carries over such as your cap. My clothing habits are more general ( no pun intended ).
 
Exactly CanSol. All my uniforms represented something greater. Also, it would be a comfort to wear the uniform I previously died in because here I am, reanimated, with another chance at life.

I have nothing from my past lives. That's the problem with an FPL. Everything's way overpriced.
 
My style’s pretty casual. Jeans or leggings with a T-shirt will do. Nothing too special.

The only thing I’ve ever been OBSESSED with was boots (had an obsession with them about 3 years ago). I saw a pair in the store and had to have them. I wore them 24/7 until they became too worn. They were black with laces coming up, rode below the calf. Very interesting thinking about this now, because they actually looked similar to the boots paratroopers wore during ww2.
Here’s a picture, they didn’t look exactly like these but close enough:
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I don’t think there was a zipper on mine and I wore them quite tight.

It’s interesting looking back on things, and finding little clues that point to a past life.
 
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Hi Kenz.

I've found that many things in my life, from habits to style to psychology, can be found in my past lives also. I don't know whether they stem from my past lives though. Maybe its the soul expressing itself similarly that points to the truth?

I'm constantly amazed at the little details from wearing laced boots to the way Benjamin wore his cap. Unfortunately since remembering reincarnation my sense of style feels more like a monkey on my back. Its like having ghosts permeate your every nuance. I don't know if that makes sense to you though.
 
I've always hated wearing dress shirts and ties, just the 'feel' it gives me. I never get used to it even after 10+ years wearing one everyday for work.

I've only very recently come to know about PL's and as so i don't have a specific idea of mine (other than suspicions) so can't add to anything to that as yet. This whole thing is fascinating.
 
Serene_owl said:
I've always hated wearing dress shirts and ties, just the 'feel' it gives me. I never get used to it even after 10+ years wearing one everyday for work.

I've only very recently come to know about PL's and as so i don't have a specific idea of mine (other than suspicions) so can't add to anything to that as yet. This whole thing is fascinating.
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Could it be that you were strangled in a previous life?
I always have a collar size bigger than normal (was a bit of a big deal during basic with receiving the initial clothing and kit) because I feel like I get strangled by the top button of my collar (I wasn't choked in a PL life but was gassed a few times in WWI)
 
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