Do You Care Throwback Meshes Are Recolors?

Its not complete recolor tho
the shapes are different and new kit items actually seem more detailed and such

but its too similar to what we already have for me to really be interested anyway
id like shapes to be bit more.. unique? interesting? fresh and new?

I don't need new croptops and low sitting skirts no. even if they come in cute colors and patterns

i need skirts that hide my sims stomach when paired with those neverending croptops

and i need longer tops that hide sims stomach cause like idk my northern soul just says "they look cold and uncomfy" whenever i see sim in croptop and low skirt/pants/shorts and it aint Sulani weather out there

No because they're not recolors. Yes, the assets are similar to stuff we already have but I'm not that bothered about it.

"Mareah;c-17823982" wrote:
When it comes to the items posted above, they fit their theme, but going with designs that stood out more might be better for this particular kit. I am no expert on 80s athletic attire, though. Are there more unique pieces they could have went with instead?

Anyway, i am the type of person who would skip a kit if it had too many items that looked to me similar enough to ones i already have, even if in the end they are not the same. Oh, and straight up recolors would be even worse since i dont care about buying those too.

I do find their choices odd, as someone who happened to own 80’s athletic wear in the 80’s and early 90’s. I would have expected leotards, tights, leg warmers, over size ripped/extra wide/off shoulder tees, short shorts & high striped socks for men, bright colored wind breaker jackets (the ones in the pack don’t look wind breaker-ish to me), and some high pony tail hair with scrunchies and feathered bangs. As cliché as it seems we did wear that stuff, I may still have some of the tshirts and scrunchies.. :D

Thank you for clarifying that @Netzspannung

I didn't think they looked exactly the same. Similar certainly. But it bothers me when people post things as fact when it's not actually fact, as this is how some of us manage to get misled.

I did immediately think they looked too much like what we already have, so I am not interested in buying this Kit pack anyway. We already have so many clothing items in the game that are so like other clothing items in the game. They need to come up with something that differs more to get my attention :)

I have looked at them and I don't actually think they're recolours. They look similar and what I blame them for is that they're unsinpiring and boring, but not recolours.

They look like new meshes to me, although I wouldn't blame people for noticing how similar they are.

I saw the similarity but liked the colors and style so I bought the kit. I'm not really sure how this is a big deal to anyone. If you don't like a kit, don't buy it. The sport top and open track jacket style was huge in 90s and it's still my one of my favorite looks.

The reason for them selling recolors is the same as them selling Neighborhoods that is hidden behind packs as the end user no longer possess the tools to recolor items themselves another feature EA/Maxis recalled so they can profit off of it. EA/Maxis thought about it and probably wondered how many customers care about what they done?

None of the above. The items are similar but not identical so they can’t be considered recolors.

I feel like this kit is more 90s streetwear than 80s/90s workout gear. I wasn’t looking for the stereotypical leggings, leg warmers and leotards. More Fila and Reebok “urban wear” than Richard Simmons.

I think the confusion comes in with the terms “athleisure” and “fit”. Athleisure is a newer term. In the Black community we’ve worn “workout” clothes (ie tracksuits, “sweat suits”, tennis skirts, sports jerseys etc) for years as normal outfits but until recently it was never called athleisure. And the term “fit” for us is short for outfit. So I think these terms probably caused people to associate the kit with exercise or working out and that’s not necessarily what the TS4 team meant.

I have a few pictures myself and friends in bright colored tennis skirts, crop tops and jackets very similar to what’s included in this kit..and let’s not forget the hat. Iconic. Very 90s streetwear. And I had a dress exactly like the polo style one it was made by Fila as everyday wear not workout clothing.

According to what the Sims team intended looking at the Kits Origin store page description, this kit is supposed to be based on the 90s.

Outfit your Sims in retro-inspired athleisure looks with The Sims™ 4 Throwback Fit Kit*. Take it back to nostalgic colors, bold patterns and trend-forward silhouettes with these all-new Create-a-Sim items. Updated everyday classics and workout wear elevate this unique collection — and your Sim’s fashion.

KEY FEATURES:

• Get Fit in Style — Hit the gym or take it easy at home with 19 comfortable, sporty pieces that call back to the energy and simplicity of the ‘90s. Show off with bright colors, modular shapes and unexpected details that are sure to catch the eye.
  
• Top It Off — The kids might not have been around for it the first time, but now they can discover the neon joy of the past. Dress them up to impress with 5 child versions and one toddler version of the adult clothing items. Bucket hats for everyone!