How to avoid the “strip mob” when it comes to dressing

By Sheila Kimani (sheilakimm)

Everyone has the freedom to choose what becomes part of their wardrobe. This ranges from the little black dresses, to the long flowy maxi dresses.

For guys, the scope ranges from thigh-short casuals to official suits.

Style is individual, and you will find different styles and fashion in different countries and societies.

In neutral environments, any outfits will pass. But when it comes to societies with different religious backgrounds, traditions and beliefs, boundaries get set.

Fast forward to recent Kenyan times and it now seems that choosing what your wear as you leave the house could determine how great or messed up your day gets.

Worse still, your outfit choice could send a “stripping mob” lynching on you in the name of ‘indecent dressing’.

In a society that is growing rampantly intolerant, here are a few tips that could come in handy when choosing what to wear.

Scan your environments

People from uptown estates may not mind one’s dressing, thanks to their levels of exposure.

But people in the downtown areas and estates whose regards and respect for other may not be quite defined are bound to have lots of issues so be ware.

Consider your means of transport

Thanks to private means of transport like personal cars and cabs, one may have the leeway to dress as they please. After all, it is private.

In public transport however, you will find all sorts of people, then again your stage of alighting may be the idlers hub, so don’t give them a reason to lynch on you.

Avoid crowds

Whenever you get to town, where all types of people with different levels of frustrations walk free, avoid walking in crowded areas.

Idle mobs will camouflage in such crowds and gladly take part in any vices.

Walk with friends

There is safety in numbers. Even when it comes to petty crimes, most perpetrators will be wary of attacking people in groups. Besides dressing well, walk around with friends.

Dress decently

Well, decent varies depending on where you come from.

But, considering that we live in a society that has children, youths, adults, and old folks, from all walks of life, stay appropriate and stay confident whenever you step out in style.