21st Century Fox Posted 24 October 2012 Posted 24 October 2012 As I hijacked the pretentious thread I thought I should move this topic over here instead. *Definition: “a humble brag is basically a specific type of bragging that masks the brag in a faux-humble guise. http://www.independe...ag-2363207.html https://twitter.com/Humblebrag He's mine from yesterday... Yeah they have, I guess they must have based it on the Macbook Air. It makes my iMac look like a piece of crap now. The 27-inch version must look like pure sex. The brag is that I own a recent iMac (granted not everyone may consider that a brag) the humble was that it's now going to be out-of-date. I'm sure Matt won't mind me using his as an example (for what it's worth Matt I consider you a trailblazer of the FT humblebrag) "Vegas lifestyle", love it. I've hardly got a pot to piss in the way business is at the minute, I even had to sit in standard class on the train on Saturday. The humble being the business situation, the brag being the implication that he usually travels first class. Lovely. The best example ever... Will.i.am (@iamwill) Christmas shopping today…I haven’t been home in 3weeks & now its santa.i.am time…Im blessed to give better presents then I receive… http://www.thedailyb...ooney-more.html Usually on twitter you can use the #hashtag #humblebrag but if you see one on FT post it in here. Remember its just a laugh and we all do it so there's no need to get malicious.
Guest MattP Posted 24 October 2012 Posted 24 October 2012 No problem at all, this thread has the hallmarks of a long term classic.
sphericalfox Posted 24 October 2012 Posted 24 October 2012 I haven't got time to copy and paste 90% of MattP's posts! MattP, can you just use this thread to do all your posts? thanks.
Julian Joachim Jr Shabadoo Posted 24 October 2012 Posted 24 October 2012 Something like... "I'm so poor, I'm having to wipe my anus with twenties? Bloody recession"
Guest MattP Posted 24 October 2012 Posted 24 October 2012 I haven't got time to copy and paste 90% of MattP's posts! MattP, can you just use this thread to do all your posts? thanks. I'll certainly be a regular contributor. At Hawksmoor on Saturday I purchased a bottle of wine for three Sri Lankans on the next table.
21st Century Fox Posted 24 October 2012 Author Posted 24 October 2012 There's a guy on twitter called @totesmcgotes who is the absolute emperor of humblebragging! "I just realized I've only showered in ONE of my FIVE showers since I've moved in here. This must change #totesproblems" "Told the cpl renting my house in the midwest, who both lost their jobs last month, not to worry about Nov/Dec rent. They have a little boy." "Maybe I'm too nice, but stories like that around the holidays get to me. Hopefully they'll give their little boy a good xmas. #karma" "Omg so tired. Long day ahead but I know as soon as I'm on the boat my happiness level will increase 90% ... hope to spot some killer whales!" "Looks like I'm going to be working with Taylor Swift… I should probably download some of her songs. Life is nuts!" "I love that my non college attending, growing up ghetto ass is talking $2.4million dollar ad budgets with a client today. #NoExcuses" "Need to head to the golf course. Stressed about invite to Justin Timberlake's Charity Golf event #ShrinersHospitalsForChildren"
21st Century Fox Posted 24 October 2012 Author Posted 24 October 2012 There are subtle humbles in there. #totesproblems "Omg so tired. Long day ahead" "non college attending, growing up ghetto ass" "Stressed about invite to Justin Timberlake's Charity Golf event" He's a master.
Reynard Bleu Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Anyone know where I can pick up a cheapish starter motor for my Bentley Continental?
flowwolf Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Anyone know where I can pick up a cheapish starter motor for my Bentley Continental? Bentleys roof ?
Jon the Hat Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 I like the concept. Will think of some funny ones!
Guest MattP Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Nipped into town earlier and thought I'd buy some doughnuts from Greggs, fantastic charity display inside, fortunately for them I had won on the fruit machine so I was able to empty my pockets for a good cause.
FoxesAreBlue Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Here's mine... I've lost so much weight since I last wore my suit it doesn't fit anymore and I need it tomorrow for an interview.
Trav Le Bleu Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Here's mine... I've lost so much weight since I last wore my suit it doesn't fit anymore and I need it tomorrow for an interview. That's actually the best one on the page. I agree with Ron, all the Totes ones were simply bragging.
Dr The Singh Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 I hope BA upgrade me into First Class from Business Class as they did on my outward journey!
MPH Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 Oh my gosh i need a much slower pace of life.... I have been in this country for 2 1/2 years now ( moved to the USA) and in that time i have married my long term girlfriend, managed to finally get a decent Job ( spent the first year working as a janitor!) , saved like crazy, just bought a house , having our first baby in January... Trouble is this house sits in 2 acres of woods so plenty of work...and all 4 bedrooms are going to need decorating! the 800sq ft workshop is a right mess... so are the two storage sheds on it! Crazy! #needaneasylife
flowwolf Posted 25 October 2012 Posted 25 October 2012 I recently won a large amount on the lottery, did it change me as a person ? Hell no I still haggle over their prices as they need to keep their feet on the ground as much as me.
Rocket-Ron Posted 26 October 2012 Posted 26 October 2012 I've just had a cul of all my records, given loads away to age concern. Nearly left my Deathwaltz recordings subscriber edition of "Escape from New york" in there. damn that was close!! Also took my portable turntable to a friends house the other day. Sounded loads better at his. guess the in built speaker is not capable of sounding good in a room with 10 foot ceilings.
FoxyPV Posted 26 October 2012 Posted 26 October 2012 I love to have a drink tonight for StepFoxy4's 18th but I've Ulster championship next week.
cambridgefox Posted 19 December 2012 Posted 19 December 2012 Not sure if it fits in here,but here we go. Mentioned before that my brother in law is getting married to Phil Tufnells step sister. They had a family gathering over the weekend and presented to me today, was a signed photo and on the back"my full name I hear you are still shit at cricket best wishes and love Tuffers!
The Doctor Posted 19 December 2012 Posted 19 December 2012 Not sure if it fits in here,but here we go. Mentioned before that my brother in law is getting married to Phil Tufnells step sister. They had a family gathering over the weekend and presented to me today, was a signed photo and on the back my full name I hear you are still shit at cricket best wishes and love Tuffers! That's an odd name you have - French heritage and it's pronounced Naamay? I'd say that's more outright brag than humblebrag
cambridgefox Posted 19 December 2012 Posted 19 December 2012 That's an odd name you have - French heritage and it's pronounced Naamay? I'd say that's more outright brag than humblebrag well although from a third party the shit at cricket bit,I could have omitted that piece!
I am Rod Hull Posted 19 December 2012 Posted 19 December 2012 Derek Hines (4th highest goal scorer in Leicester City history - 116) was my great uncle.
StanSP Posted 23 February 2013 Posted 23 February 2013 Not me, honest. From a friend on Facebook... One of the worst things about having so many shoes is deciding which pair to wear!
SystonFox Posted 23 February 2013 Posted 23 February 2013 Not me, honest. From a friend on Facebook... A girl, I hope?
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