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FOF Mary Jane Parrish is giving away her brilliant Skite, a skirt and tights in one. Enter to win one in any solid color by answering in the comments below: Which color Skite do you like the best?
Remember when deliriously happy married couple, Katie and Hubbell, (played by Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford), were strolling on the beach in the 1973 movie, The Way We Were? Didn’t it make you just want to run to the beach, and stay forever, with a man who looked and behaved like Hubbell?
When Mary Jane Parrish and her husband saw the movie, they were newly married and he told her: “We’re going to live on the beach some day.” Two years ago, they made the move, to Grayton Beach in Northwest Florida’s Panhandle. “We grew up vacationing down here,” explained Mary Jane, who met her Hubbell in Bowling Green, Kentucky, (a town of 50,000) when they were 10. They’ve been married almost four decades.
“We’re living our dream. You couldn’t blast me out of here,” said Mary Jane, who taught interpersonal communication, including public speaking, to high school and college students in Kentucky, before moving to Memphis. There, she became a “corporate wife” in a “corporate town.”
“Corporate life was great, but we were done with it,” she said. Florida beckoned and it’s been a perfect environment for Mary Jane to enjoy the activities she loves, including tennis, yoga, running, pilates and aerobics. In Florida, she noticed that FOFs rarely returned home after their workouts and would wrap something around their waists to cover their butts. “I thought, there’s got to be a better look than ‘gym rat.’ Why couldn’t workout wear look great on us after we finished working out?,” said Mary Jane. “Tennis skirts [with bare legs] and running shorts were cute when our legs were cute, but now we want to cover cellulite, varicose veins and brown spots.”
And alas, the Skite was born. A combination short skirt and tights, Mary Jane’s Skites come in four lengths (short, bike, capri and ankle), and even the shortest covers the backside and “makes me feel cute again,” she added. Constructed in Grayton Beach from the “same material that Lululemon uses,” (purchased from a fabric manufacturer in New Jersey) the Skites are wrinkle- and odor-resistant and moisture-wicking and are “sassy and classy, not faddish or clingy,” said Mary Jane. “They’re age appropriate and comfortable, not too short and tight.”
When Mary Jane introduced the well-priced Skites ($59 and $69) at a popular running event just over a year ago, she sold out. “I sold every single one of the 50 I brought and took orders for 50 more,” said Mary Jane. “It’s fun to make women feel good about themselves and help their self esteem.” She also plans on introducing short and long-sleeved tees to go with the Skites, in the near future.
Enter to win a Skite, a skirt and tights in one, invented by FOF Mary Jane Parrish by answering in the comments below: Which color Skite do you like the best?
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One FOF will win a Skite in any solid color. (See all our past winners, here.) (See official rules, here.) Contest closes May 24, 2012 at midnight E.S.T.
Images courtesy of Mary Parrish and theskite.com
Thank you for entering. This contest is now closed.
0 Responses to “{Giveaway} A Skite (Skirt + Tights)”
CHERYL says:
I LOVE IT! We all where the skirt with tights, now it’s all in one! Great Idea!! Black or grey would be great!
Tina says:
Love them all but the grey is my favorite . Absolutely Brilliant !
Amanda Williamson says:
I like the black ankle Skite.
saintm says:
I love the black–goes with anything. Thanks for the chance to win.
eddyrobey says:
black
Jan says:
Basic black!
KAREN COGBURN says:
Love these. White is the color of summer.
Jeanette Geiszler says:
Neon aqua would be perfect for yoga here in South Dakota.
Michelle says:
oh my goodness .. yeah my butt is ok my legs are “athletic limp” if i might say … active in highschool in track and gymnastics large thighs muscles …… then ……oh my,.. . now want so much that “skite”… the muscles above the knees .. falling down .. ugly ! I would LOVE this!!!!! sometimes over 50 is just thant …. a real Big change and where the gravity is hitting………yikes………… ( blushing )
Michelle says:
oops btw BLack of course all looks smaller right ?
Amy C says:
When given a choice of a Skite,
It boils down to a black or a white.
White looks cool when it’s warm,
But black IS the New York uniform,
So as a New Yorker, black will be right!
Rachel B. says:
Oh, absolutely black.
Black would give my cellulite serious flack and no one looking at me would be taken aback.
I’m fab at 50, but without a six-pack (and just a wee bit slack), I choose black.
I could easily go from workout track to a little café for a treat or snack.
It’s timeless, it’s friendly, it has no drawback.
Oh, certainly, absolutely BLACK.
MOYRAB says:
These are such a fab idea! but definitely black for N.Ireland …never great weather for white!! 🙂
Alana Moss says:
I think that the black would be the most versatile.
shellrobin says:
Black of course! A Fab over Fifty could never go wrong in basic black! Love this concept!
linda says:
Love that black/black combo – perfect with my black suede boots!
Thereislightonthehorizon says:
Simple Black for me! That way I could coordinate my Skite with any top (and any color!) and I would always look ready to take on the day 🙂
cynderma@aol.com says:
Really would like to win a skite in black,
Gloria says:
I love the one in black and would use it all the time 🙂
Tracey says:
For some reason the grey one speaks to me…
Jaycee says:
I love the Black — either capri length or ankle!
KAREN COGBURN says:
Sign me up for white for the summer.
Patricia says:
I love the Sassy Zebra Skite!!!! I go to Pilates class 2 times a week directly from work & this would be perfect! The green & black zebra print is sassy but not inappropriate for a 54 year old & it would be greatvtobwork out in & then head on out. Love it!
sccoed09 says:
Love the neon pink but if it does not come in the ankle length would take either the black or slate gray, thanks!!
Carol says:
I think I would get the most use out of the solid grey. But I love orange – and the two-tone would be my 2nd choice.
joyzkim says:
Black of course!!!!
travelgirl says:
These are so cute! I would like ANY color, I am sure. Black or grey is always safe, and you could mix so many colors with them, so that I could use it more often.
mawk313 says:
Can’t go wrong with the black one.
kay wolter says:
black would be amazing then add pops of color great idea
Karen says:
I love it. It is perfect. I like the dark color as well as the white for tennis.
Linda Owens says:
I like Black, would go with anything.
KAREN COGBURN says:
This is so perfect. Choose the white for summer.
krispy9 says:
So many good colors but will have to go for black if I win
Tracey says:
Basic black is nice!
RGRC says:
Slate gray–very chic!
Beth says:
I love this idea! I’d go for the slate gray ankle or Capri…maybe both! Off to check them out now…
yyoerger says:
The Zebra is great, but I’d go practical and pick slate gray.
KAREN COGBURN says:
Love the white for summer walks & workouts.
lisa mcfarland says:
I like the gray
Terri Haydon says:
Black is a great color as it goes with anything and tends to be much more flattering than alot of others. Thank you!
Sheri cape says:
Black, definitely!
RHONDA says:
Zebra is the way to go !!
mtwheat says:
Definately Black. Always Flattering!
MOYRAB says:
Classic black … to walk our green fields of Ireland !! 🙂
lesudiron says:
Black is always usefull. Most dancers wear it.
Jane says:
I would get the black short one. So cute looking!
Deborah says:
I think I would get the most use of the white capri skite although I really love the sassy zebra!
KAREN COGBURN says:
Perfect for exercise in white.
Michelle says:
How adorable are these? Love the neon aqua. Each one of the colors tell a different story – where can I wear this one??
nonstpcute says:
Great idea and so stylish! Looks comfy, too! I love the black 🙂
Nicki Markle says:
Grey skite MOST versitile
cynderma@aol.com says:
Love to win Mary Jane’s Skite’s in black. The color goes with everthing. Mary Jane’s Skite’s look very comfortable. I would like to win one. If I like it I will post about it plus I will buy from Mary Jane.
cynderma@aol.com says:
I like the black skite. Great for working out or a casual look.
mimi taylor says:
i’d love to have a skite in black hopefully making me look slimmer.
Mary Kime says:
I would like white to go with anything.
KAREN COGBURN says:
Prefer the white for summer.
Irene Grundy says:
I like black capri best.
leo39 says:
I will choose black. Looks really comfortable.
Leslie Bonner says:
It’s a brilliant idea. Black would be my preference since it would go with lots of tops.
Sharon Collins says:
I have to say the Black Capri is the one for me….more options to just do different color shirts for a new look…..travel alot so this would be perfect for that and comfy….thank you!!!
elizabeth says:
This would be great for supermarket shopping trips when you just want to get ready fast. Looks very comfortable.
mimi1411 says:
I like the grey skite because it would go with my other workout wear.
Ianete says:
I absolutely love the neon pink Skite. It makes me so happy to look at that bright, bright color. Reminds me of this kind of bougainvillea called “Lady Manila.” Gorgeous!
hofken says:
I like Simple Black.
goodw021 says:
Black for the artist in me. What a novel idea! Great to wear to yoga class – or anywhere. You’re right about the shorts – never again!
Jojorrt says:
Sassy Zebra..would love it for running!!
Victoria Ford says:
I would like the all black capri……….Looks great……
The Nan says:
Oh my goodness this is the cutest exercise wear e-v-e-r! I know I would finally take a yoga class if I had one of these 🙂 I think I like the black one the best but wouldn’t hesitate to try something new.
mb2432002 says:
I would have to go with black, then you can wear any color with it. What a great idea!
mmimilinda says:
Tough choice! I htink I would choose the black…or the slate gray…but the neon aqua is yummy…or the-wait a minute-these are all great! Like to see myself in the all black, then branch out later. What a great idea Mary Jane developed.
Terri says:
Great! I love this idea!!
smfsprout says:
I love all th colors but i would have to say that I would get the most wear from the black ones. Thanks.
Tasi Zuriack says:
No, definitely the sazzy zebra. Not only is it sexy and eye catching, but it can be worn with some really fabulous accessories and many different kinds of shoes. This is the way to go
superdumb says:
I’d love the slate grey capri, although the neons are super cute.
butterfly42blue says:
I believe it does say solid color…so the gray capri would be my choice. I have a couple of black leggings. But the neon aqua would be FUN! Have a marvelous day and thank you so much for the offer.
MoonRae says:
This are so fun!! I like the Slate Grey
EDDIE JO MACK says:
I like it I think. I would like to try the black capri outfit, or it would be much better if I won it (smile). It
certainly looks comfortable.
Susan says:
Too cute! Love the black- my go-to color.
Thilde Peterson says:
What a GENIUS move! I LOVE it…of all the colors, I ADORE the black. It’s young looking without competing with the really, really young crowd, and it’s adaptable – top it with a tank and sweater, pea coat, anurak and you’re done! Please, Please….I’d love to have one!
jclark says:
black, since it goes with pretty much everything would love to try it
SusanS says:
The black Capri would go with everything!
Cindy says:
I love the Neon Orange !
debbie says:
I think gray is the color for me. I’d love to be able to wear this in cooler weather to yoga and afterwards to the store!
Penelope More says:
Love, love, love this idea! Bravo, Mary Jane!
My top choice is the grey skite. It will go with any colored top and compliment my grey hair.
Hope this product is a big success.
Becky Bodkin says:
I love the Black, and I LOVE the SKITE! Way to go Mary Jane!
Nancy says:
I like the grey suite. Thank you!
Diane says:
The blue skite talks to me. It is cute and looks to be a comfortable addition to a wardrobe. I am of a small build and could wear it. Fun!
Barbara M. says:
I can’t find my comment… 🙁
I was saying that I loved that movie, too, Mary Jane!
And that I really love the Orange and Lime Green, so either one would be fine! What a wonderful workout wardrobe addition!
Ruth Sklar says:
I’m not sure one is enough, but I’ll try….I think I’d take this in grey. It’s a little less harsher than black but still dark in color. Love this idea! My 6 year old granddaughter has this skirt/tights thing in black tights with a black and white fine striped skirt! This would be cool for an adult also!
kellykat says:
the neon pink is so tempting, but I think i’d like to try it in the always safe and slimming black.
mary says:
I would love a black or gray to run in!
Mary G says:
Black, always black!
samriggs says:
Have to stay with black. Looks like something you could live in. Thanks for the offer…
AJB says:
I work out a lot and would love to try this!
Gayle says:
OMG!!!! I love this idea….and the name…Skite….how great is that???? I hope I win.
Margarida says:
I love the neon Pink skite! This skite would be perfect when I bike to my work as a college instuctor or in my other role as a church nursery care giver. Whether biking, walking dogs, gardening, exercising or sitting on the floor surrounded by my nursery charges, the skirt would be practical, comfortable and oh so chic on me.
barbtopp says:
the neon aqua is my favorite !!!!
Thank You !!!
Ann Stewart says:
Oh, this looks comfy! Would love to try it.
dogladydi says:
What a great idea! I’d definitely take black.
Nancy says:
I like them all but would probably buy the aqua first.
Pamela says:
Oh yes, black, of course.
Marilyn says:
I would love to wear a black skite to my yoga class that I attend 2 times a week with a white tee. I live in NYC where we walk everywhere. It’s great especially for the summer when I don’t wear a coat.
Cassi Jensen says:
they are all cute looking, but I’d pick the white for the hot Oklahoma summers here.
Susan F. says:
What a great design and option for those of us not quite ready for the bare leg in all seasons. Love the slate gray capri and sassy leopard for that “want to be wilder” side of me.
ellenherbert says:
Love the Slate Grey!
mmhartwig says:
Love the concept of this one piece skite. Wish I would have come up with the design. I would love one! Actually, I would love several in different colors 🙂
Delores Kenyon says:
Any color in the capri length would work for me since I have knees that have seen better days!
I actually tried a skite on about 2 weeks ago and should have bought it but it was ankle length and it is getting kinda hot here. I did like how it covered the back side and tummy. I would love a skite to wear to my yoga and Cenergy classes.
mharris says:
It’s so true about legs, especially the thighs not looking good any more. For working out, I had to give up the short shorts (being petite they suited my frame). The white pair would be perfect for the summer.
Mary Kelly says:
I love all the colors , but I would prefer the slate grey it would allow me to pair it with a wide variety of tops. Grey is now my neutral choice instead of the black that I have used for so many years. What a beautiful palate the grey and the seasonal neons make. I do appreciate the balance with the neons closer to my face instead of on the bottom.
kms says:
LOVE THIS!! I’d love to win the black/black combo. Of course Sassy Zebra is such fun – other colors would be nice. Thanks for the opportunity.
Anne says:
Would look soooo cute when I go for my after workout salad….forget about winning…I want to know where I can purchase?
Patricia Hight says:
These are the cutest things that I have seen in quite a while. If I had these, I may feel so cute that I would have to start excercising more at the gym.
Sure would love to win them!
Edie says:
I like the gray one – softer than black and looks better on pale legs. This is a great idea!
Janice says:
Would love the black in ankle. Sounds like a great idea in theory but I am not sure how I would feel about working out in this but would love to try it!
Motown Girl says:
Sassy zebra hands down. Great idea for FOF women who want to slenderize and look fashionable at the same time.
Kathy Smith says:
I like the black on black capri though the pink on black is cute too….
I don’t see purple but would love black and purple combo…great idea….
velder dixon says:
i like the blue one
Ruthie B says:
What a great idea! I love the black…hides everything!
Pamela Howard says:
Absolutely love the “black ankle”! I would even be a little experimental and try the slate gray.
Would like to see the long sleeve t shirts..
Tina Ashton says:
Being an active over 50 lady the skite would be a perfect addition to my wardrobe! Would love to win the solid black ankle length or grary version. Both colors would work with many different tops. Could see myself wearing this item every day at the gym or to run errands around town. Great design idea!
Darlene says:
What a great idea for those of us that are 50+..We are always looking for something we can wear that is age appropriate. I like the black one!!
Jeanne T says:
Oooo! These look perfect for teaching dance!! I would love one in the slate color, but I am not sure a bright one one wouldn’t be better for my kids (they are 3-8) and it is really hard to get tights in great fabrics in bright colors! Also this is a great idea for warmer weather. I always have to layer up to wear tights and this way I wouldn’t have to. Marvelous.
Jeanne T says:
Oooo! These look perfect for teaching dance!! I would love one in the slate color, but I am not sure a bright one one wouldn’t be better for my kids (they are 3-8) and it is really hard to get tights in great fabrics in bright colors!
Christine says:
wonderful idea-black
StChienne says:
Basic black would go with all my leotards. Thanks for a great invention, Mary Jane!
carrieobrien says:
Black or grey! Great invention!
LydiaA says:
I love skites! a great answer to many perplexing style questions. An orange lover, I’d have to choose that bright color.
belindabg says:
I’d love to have the black capri one, it would look sensational on me. I’m a larger gal, so black is always my ‘go to’ color in clothing. Also love the Sassy Zebra, but I don’t have the right tops for it. These are cute!!
sarahbaldwin says:
Nothing is as sophisticated and slimming as black! As a pear-shaped “hippy” woman, I know how flattering a short skirt can be over my problem areas. Love this design!
Becky Beer says:
Black and slate.
Barb says:
I like the smokey grey color the best. Not quite ready to wear one of the neon colors yet!
rjcard123 says:
I love black,goes with everything and makes yu look slim too. I just started yoga a would love this….
rjcard123 says:
I love black,goes with everything and makes yu look slim too. I just started yoga a would love this….hope I win
Marcia Nelson says:
I love these tights/skirt combo! Such a great idea! Black is always great, but it would be fun to switch things up and go with the gray. Especially with that pop of pink! A definite go-to for a yoga or gym class and then off to the store. Better than Lulu’s with your fanny hanging out! See it all the time here!
Vesper says:
The Black ankle would be my favorite
Moonchime says:
I love the gray skite. They are all so pretty though!
kakkie60 says:
What a GREAT idea! Women of all ages can use this. Basic black is always a winner for any occasion.
Mary Jo says:
I REALLY want to win this skite – I’ve been wanting to try one of these looks to wear to yoga and out for errands, etc..PLEASE pick me!!!
Regina S says:
what an wonderful idea!
kls_sea says:
I am into dark colors, maybe because it fills like more age appropriate and also slower to get dirty. Also black is going with anything! I would love to win black, but purple or dark red will do to 😉
v says:
What a great idea — and so cute! I’m running around all day at an animal rescue shelter and often wish I had something to wear that would be practical for the dirty work but not have me looking like a slob when I have to do a vet, food, or med run. I would LOVE to win the skite with a black skirt with capri-length tights. I wish you much luck with these!
caityranda says:
I love my skorts (skirt plus shorts) so I know I would love a skite in cool summer white.
Fanny Farkas says:
I like the Grey but they all look good.
Vickie says:
Great idea! Love, love, love!! i would take the slate grey capri first, but would like other colors also!
Beverly terry says:
I LOVE the black with black! I agree, 30 yrs ago my legs looked great, but now at 62, I am still thin but the thighs just don’t look so good ‘naked’! So this is a great combo for active women!
I love it!
Beverly
kdivasilver says:
Oh my, I love the Sassy Zebra! It covers those impish problem areas too–hips and thighs. Great concept!
Bette Butcher says:
Sassy Zebra looks like fun to wear~!
Penny Boyer says:
I’m a black, blue and purple girl. What a great idea! Would love to win a black pair to go with a lot of stuff!
Angela says:
I have news for you. I moved to Israel from Montreal 20 yrs ago and there is a great company here called
Aristoshmat (which is pun for aristocratic clothes/rags)…I have a pair of black pants in fabric like tights but not that tight and with a “skirt with ties on both sides to adjust the skirt longer or shorter” and they are so cozy for work or anything…even for walking. Like a Skite.
It is a great idea. The tights to gym and home is great…
And the other idea can maybe be used by the creator!
bertkl says:
I love the slate gray Skite, and it would go with lots of different colors!
Theresa Gerrond says:
I like the black/black Skite–it will work with any top and give a nice, slim look. I work out frequently and would like to have something on that I could go pick up a gallon of milk after my gym visit. Please pick me!
LindyBelle says:
I would love the black ankle skite. It would add a youthful look to my usual yoga garb; it might even be used for my other fitness obsession—bicycling!
tracey says:
I’d have to go with my usual reliable color – black and probably in the capri style. Great idea all FOFs.
karen says:
Zebra-to the trainer and the store I would look great
Diane Mary says:
cool!
Deborah says:
Love the gray.
Liz says:
Love, love, love the sassy zebra!
Pat says:
I like the black best, goes with anything as black always does 😉
DPaget says:
I love the black Skite! Since all of my yoga pants and fitness pants are black, and all of my tennis skirts are either black, grey, or white, the black Skite would make a wonderful addition to my fitness wardrobe! I’d be able to wear it to tennis when the air is a bit too cool for a skirt, and of course, to yoga and Zumba, and then be comfortable enough to wear it running errands on the way home. Love it!
Mary W says:
The black ankle Skite is calling my name.
pamela says:
ooooh: perfect for not quite shorts and not just leggings but a little saucy and sassy!
Yes, wanna win one!
ktpotat says:
the grey one is pretty
morticia7@juno.com says:
Would love to win a Skite size L in basic black…happy to publicize the Skite and my friends will surely ask where they can purchase this either online or in the Albany NY area.
Laurie J Felch says:
I like all of them. I would probably choose black or gray! What a great item. Work out and be stylish also.
Susan says:
That is the perfect item for working out especially yoga. Great idea from a great gal.
Carolyn McConnell says:
I would love to have a black skite. I am over 65 and I think the black would make me look pretty neat. My size is 2X. It would be great for the gym exercises I do.
TFabglam5 says:
What an ingenious invention; the skite! I love it, and would get a lot of wear out of the black shade. It goes with everything and would be especially cool to wear casually while out & about or for exercise. This would be a great asset to my closet and it looks to be so flattering and versatile.
Brenda says:
This is just what I’ve been looking for to wear to my yoga class. I would like the blue with capri.
Mara Kaplan says:
I like the black or grey ones with the ankle or capris length
sally jennings says:
love this idea, my daughter has one and i want one!
Maggie T says:
black with the capri leg would be great!
Carol Adams says:
Love the slate grey !
Mary E says:
I would just love to win this Skite in black! I’m a yoga teacher and would wear it to class for sure. What an innovative idea!! I love , love, love it!!!
ter says:
Genius! I love the ankle length in black!
sscatlady says:
love to wear the skite in black. thank you.
gaguac says:
That soundslike a great idea. I’d love the black.
elr says:
The Black Skite looks like it would be easy to wear and comfortable. To yoga class I could go.
Kathryn Kraepel says:
Black, looks great!
KAREN COGBURN says:
Love th white. This is so amazing!!
Cindy says:
A black skite would make me feel “cute” again. Good job, Mary Jane.
Mari says:
Let me wear that sassy Zebra around town. These are incredible. Thanks so much Mary Jane for a great look!
Zippy Sandler says:
Love the black and the slate colored ones (then again, those are the only colors that I really wear).
Jane Immel says:
I like the sassy..but would probably wear the long style in black more often.
Patricia says:
What a great idea! Perfect for FOFs whose butts may not necessarily be our best feature, but still want to be stylish.
Debbie Chaney says:
Love the black…such a cute idea! Wish I would have come up with it 🙂
Inky says:
definitely black ankle length! what a clever idea!!
Moundsbar says:
Love these! What a great idea!
Love the black and the skite 1 color is great too!
SuperNeena says:
I love the neon orange!
jamorela2002 says:
This would be great for walking.
Libby says:
I like the dk grey with the touch of pink! I wear a lot of black…..my friends might be a bit shocked if I wore dk grey!
JWeaver says:
Black! They are so cute!
Kathleen says:
What a great idea for we women who want to look stylish, and be comfortable at the same time. I love the capri skite, just in time for summer!
PAM HECTRO says:
I LOVE THE NEON ORANGE BUT ALSO THE GREEN THAT IS THE COLOR OF THE YEAR
Karen says:
I love the Macy Capri.
Vera Jane says:
Me Again! I thought those were navy blue. I actually think they are the slate gray. In that case I would take the black Skite with capri legs!
Vera Jane says:
The navy blue skite with capri legs! Love that look. It’s one of those items that make you go, why didn’t I think of that?
Marianne P. says:
I would like a black skite with capri legs. Very 80’s!
MTammy says:
I would love a black Skite- it looks extremely flattering and I would definitely wear it to the gym!