Yeah. I still use the classic theme in Windows 7. It's fluff-free. I like that Win 8/10 have gone simpler with the UI theme, but absolutely hate that hidden sidebar thing. Aero on Vista/Win7 is just too gaudy (though better than XP was).

Before you accuse me of being a curmudgeon, know that I love the Ribbon as well. :)

I've always wondered about people that like the old Win2000 or 95 look. And I am hoping you can answer some questions for me.

The actual OS aside, do you prefer the look of Win2000 over the look of Win8?

I get that Win2000 is minimalistic. But it's not too flat that you can't tell what is what. And I like that. But what I hate about it is the colours. Especially the grey, turquoise, and dark blue. They literally nauseate me sometimes. Do you not find the colours off-putting?

I actually prefer the Win8 look. It's cleaner and still simple. But all the other mystery navigation of Win8 makes it a non-starter for me.

I hate the turquoise. Don't mind the dark blue and grey.