To paraphrase, "Cool is in the eye of the beholder".
I remember back in the early 70's when my mother would drive me to the starting spots of Onondaga Cycling Club rides. We'd pull up and she'd see all the "cool" guys in their tight, form-fitting riding shorts. To her, this was most definitely not cool! This was WEIRD. She'd say "I don't know why they have to dress like THAT", and "Why don't they have any hair on their legs?????". I think she had a fear that she was sending me off with a bunch of "alternative lifestyle" types. Needless to say, I remained in cut-offs, but I did get her to spring for a wool jersey. Looked cool. But not comfortable!
Doug Morrell St Louis MO Just back from a Rose Parade visit to "sunny" SoCal. Weather was better at home! But seeing your daughter march in the parade makes a dad proud!