Here's a real gem...

[Fearless]

Is the wearing of differently designed gowns genetically or culturally determined?

On the Oscar Night Red Carpet, most of the men are wearing modest variations on the theme of the basic tuxedo (although I did like Christoper Plummer's velvet one).

However, the women are wearing a wide array of designs which vary markedly in style, fabric and color.

Is this something that is genetically determined? (This might also explain the alleged interest in clothing design by homosexual men.)

Or it it something that is culturally determined as stereotypically female behavior? (Conceptually similar to the social convention of prelates dressing up in gowns and colorful hats, although see above for possible alternative explanation.)

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1002355131

Jury lets it stand... 4-2. Discuss.

(Just to be clear, this is of merit to LGBT people on DU and is in the proper group! )

[William769]

1. Glad he hasn't seen me in a frock!

[Skittles]

2. I think it is a major reason why women are not taken seriously

forget gowns, how about shoes:



WTF - RIDICULOUS

[Marrah_G]

4. how the hell does anyone walk in those.

[Skittles]

5. I dunno

the Frankenstein Pump fad has replaced the Witch-Toe shoes:




which were equally ridiculous - it is amazing the fads women fall for - very disturbing

[Marrah_G]

3. sigh

I literally just did a ~facepalm~