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Did you know there is a Christian dress code? You’re probably wondering what I mean by a Christian dress code. Are we supposed to wear some uniform and all look alike? No, but there is a standard in God’s Word for how Christian women should dress. If we are serious about being a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, we need to understand what that standard is.
We all have dress codes whether we realize it or not—a basis upon which we choose what we will and will not wear. For example, there are certain styles and colors that I don’t even look at when I go shopping because I know they won’t look good on me or I just don’t like them. I’m sure you do the same. Our dress codes also go through changes as we go through stages of our lives. However, I believe it’s fair to say that we all have dress codes.
Your dress code falls into one of these two categories: a dress code by design or a dress code by default.
Dress Code by Design:
This is a dress code that you have thought through and made some decisions about what you will and will not wear. It is based upon your own values and morals, as well as your understanding of the effect and impression your clothes make.
Dress Code by Default:
This means that you have assimilated a dress code without really thinking of the implications. You’ve let others do the thinking for you and have accepted their conclusions and choices about what looks good and, therefore, what you want to wear.
Where does your dress code come from?
- What your friends are wearing?
- What you see on today’s stars or models?
- What you find prominently displayed in magazines and stores?
- What your mother told you to wear or not to wear?
- What you need to wear to make the right impression?
- What you think you must wear to attract the boys/men?
- What you believe to be appropriate dress for a Christian woman?
I hope you’ll think about whether your dress code is one by design or default.
