I'm not upset. If I were to be upset by anyone disagreeing with my appearance, then I would be a hypocrite, and my own convictions would be in question. But you are very right on one important thing, there IS a line. It is important that we do not dress in such a way that may encourage others to sin. Skin tight clothing, short mini-skirts, attire that is more fitting of a prostitute than anything else, not only calls a person out, but corrupts the image of Jesus in some cases.
In my case, I TRIED, honestly tried to blend in. I was miserable. It was a disguise. I felt like I was wearing a costume. I was uncomfortable. But that wasn't ME. It wasn't the Me that I was before, and it's not the ME I am with Christ. Yes, I DID change a lot when I came to Christ. Those who knew me before barely recognize me, but even in that change, I never started wearing business suits to church or anywhere else. I DO actually dress different at church than I would on a Saturday. But, that change never made me look "normal". Because for me to try to convince someone I'm like that, would be a lie. Anyone could see through it. It's important to me that I show myself as complete and fully me, the me that is in Christ, as I possibly can.
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