a saddle on a sow

a saddle on a sow

Something that looks completely ridiculous, abnormal, or out of place. Primarily heard in US. I hate wearing a dress—I always think it looks like a saddle on a sow when I have one on. Seeing someone drive a fancy sports car through this dusty little town of ours is like seeing someone put a saddle on a sow.
See also: on, saddle, sow
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • not much for looks
  • (something) is you
  • in for the kill
  • set (something) in cement
  • set (something) in concrete
  • set in cement
  • set in concrete
  • be fresh out of
  • be fresh out of something