Cover your Derriere

Mrs. Grundy is a keen observer of fashion. Her sense of style goes back centuries.

As such, she observes the continued popularity of 18th century gentlemen’s hosiery, what Moderns call leggings, with caution. 

She understands these leggings are affordable and comfortable. Yet, without appropriate coverage, they expose the explicit shape of one’s derriere and, accordingly, too much information; “TMI,” as Generation XYZ might say.

When Mrs. Grundy is among Moderns, she empathizes with their very busy lives. She knows women may not always have time to complete their outfit, to add that final layer of a skirt, long sweater, or coat to complement their leggings and cover their derriere.

If this lack of coverage is intentional, Mrs. Grundy will only suggest, with the wisdom of ages, that a woman might better sustain romantic interest through a hint of mystery, versus flaunting her curves to all and sundry, including leering, possibly malicious, letches. 

Thusly, a covered derriere is also a safety measure. Farmer Grundy, who knows well the lustful mind of men, wants to remove leggings (and all) revealing attire from The Miss Grundys’ wardrobes. He will often say, “No daughter of mine is leaving the house dressed like that.” And yet, off they go. Harumph. 

Now, Mrs. Grundy is as au courant with society as she is with fashion. She understands there has been a women’s movement to advance equality and freedom. She applauds these, as yet incomplete, advancements most robustly. 

And so, she agrees that women have the right to dress in any style that suits their fancy at any time. However, Mrs. Grundy Thinks: Just because you have the right to do it, doesn’t mean it’s right to do. 

She thinks there is great style, virtue and power in decorum. Cover your derriere and let there be mystery. Indeed.