Curious about the "rules"

[thescot]

The medal issue has been a subject of recent controversy and is a diversion from the original question of this thread.

The OP himself stated:

"I simply want to understand better how the rules of dress ( outside of the military ) can and apparently in some situations must be applied. "

Please keep discussions to the civilian as per his request.

Thanks.

Good point, well taken. But it was the poster himself who wrote, "The same is said about fly plaids, or miniature medals etc." and it seemed purdent to respond.