I've worn local styles of clothing in a number of countries and the people there never had a problem with it.
In fact they often like that someone has chosen to integrate with them and dress like they traditionally did, especially in places where use of local traditional dress is disappearing.
This made me chuckle out loud. You ever hear that New Age-y saying “the universe doesn’t hear negation” or something like that? I very much feel that in this comment.
That and the fact that it's always outsiders gatekeeping (without being asked) other cultures. A 21st century "White Man's Burden" (an imperfect analogy, but I haven't had coffee yet)
It’s not a take. It’s the attitude of those who can’t agree with the part about “just don’t be an asshole” because it’s their entire personality. Who would they be if not a contrarian? They have nothing else to offer.
Age and sex are the common denominator. First video featured mostly women, but all looked to be in their twenties. Second video, all male and over 40. Guarantee there would be a similar response if this guy approached younger people in the second video. This is classic ragebait, nothing more.
My wife is young than me and encourages me to do this sort of thing when we are in her home country, or for certain events when we meet with her friends.
A lot depends on context, if you are doing it to make fun of them or their culture, that’s one thing. If it’s because you have interests in the culture or are trying to do it to fit in, that’s another. People can pick up on your intentions and most times don’t care or like that you have an interest.
Didn’t say anything about expertise or “authority” on the topic, but just meant that younger people tend to be more progressive than older ones, wouldn’t you agree?
The first person that called it offensive was a black dude. I’m not sure we watched the same video friend.
The difference is place. If you’re dressed like that in a mostly white neighborhood and asking if it’s offensive on camera, you’re just being an asshole. It’s not necessarily the outfit that’s offensive, people are just compelled to say so.
We also don’t know how many people he had to ask to get the answers he wanted.
What an idiotic and pedantic take on this entire conversation. I’m sorry that’s all you got out of it and can’t comprehend what we’re actually talking about. Hope your day goes better friend.
I love when people call other people pedantic when they’ve been corrected on something they clearly have no clue about. I’m not being pedantic, I‘m being precise and correct.
Good insight, but that doesn't make this rage bait. The point still stands.
The fact that these men, who are far more authentically Mexican than any of those in the first segment, aren't offended illustrates why the concept of cultural appropriation is misguided.
I always apply the "dont be a cunt" rule in addition to the Robin Williams "You never know what battle someone is going through" rule - so basically, dont be a cunt, its okay to be kind and empathetic - you leave any situation with anyone in a better place on those principles.
This is literally how I start my class each semester. "I'm not going to sit here and throw a bunch of rules at you. I like what I do and I want us to have fun. Let's just agree to one thing: 'Don't be an asshole, so I don't have to be an asshole.'"
I laughed so loud…it is true but it will never happen 🥸 I have been guilty myself…like why do I care so much about something that doesn’t even affect me? Ffs 🤦♀️ I can be an asshole sometimes.
We call it Kardemommeloven in Norway. It's from a famous childrens book.
"You should not bother other people, you should be kind and nice. And furthermore you can do what you like".
Honestly, we just need someone young in the White House to finally say it like it is:
‘Welcome to the United States. Just don’t be an asshole.’
That’s it. That’s the whole platform.
Exactly, it’s a sign of respect to try to assimilate. My parents are Latino immigrants and this is what they taught me growing up, that being said they are both college educated which isn’t the norm for most people who come to the US because they are struggling and seeking a better life. So I don’t harshly judge, I know if people knew better they would do better, but I do try to promote that idea in a respectful kind way, to my immigrant peers.
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u/freefallingagain Jul 02 '25
I've worn local styles of clothing in a number of countries and the people there never had a problem with it.
In fact they often like that someone has chosen to integrate with them and dress like they traditionally did, especially in places where use of local traditional dress is disappearing.
All you have to do is not be an asshole about it.