themusecalliope

In my family, and among my close friends, we have come up with many words and phrases that can only be understood by those in the know. So...I'm putting you wise.

Word/Phrase: Pink Pants

Origin: Once upon a time, when my sister was young, she went shopping with my mother. While they were out, she set her eyes on something she decided that she had to have. It was a pair of pink pants. Sadly, no matter how much she begged, Mum wouldn't buy her those pants. (She has never heard the end of this.)

Meaning: Something you wanted but never got to have, as you were prevented for some reason.

Usage: I always wanted to spend a semester abroad in college, but it's totally pink pants. We couldn't afford it.
or

Argh! I always wanted to go to Space Camp. Pink Pants! Pink Pants!

Consider yourselves informed.
(Oh, and the pink pants in question would have been smaller than those shown. These came from Interpunk. I just liked the picture.)