Quote Originally Posted by Jock Scot View Post
Nathan.

I hear what you say and I am sympathetic to cultures other than my own, but generally speaking "my house, my rules" and "your house, your rules" apply here. Now if a guest to my house has specific cultural reasons for doing something different then I hope reason will prevail, but-------.
Indeed. Reason should prevail. I agree with your sentiment here. I just think that given the diversity among which we all live now, people ought to give that a thought before they gasp and judge.

Getting back to the main thread, most people conform to the fashion of the day so even those with a desire to get "dressed up" are constantly asked, "what's the occasion?" and "why are you so dressed up?"

Many people choose their wardrobes to fit into a social group or attract a partner or keep a job. I enjoy fashion but have been called out for being a dandy on a few occasions. A golf shirt and khakis would not raise any eyebrows in a great many professional and casual social contexts nowadays.

I agree it's a pity and don't really play along, but I can't fault those that go with the flow.