And don't think it wasn't appreciated....
In my wasted youth as a historical reenactor, I discovered that a very modest medieval frock could stop traffic. This was covered from neck to wrists to floor by the dress, plus a floor-length veil. I recall a conversation with a friend who helped me make a dress:
Me: I paid $14 a yard for this fabric; I want to knock everyone’s socks off.
Him: Do you need to breathe?
Me: Not really; I can breathe some other time.