Its not that I wouldn't want to wear it... More of the fact that they want us to blend in with all the other tourists and businessmen out there. (impossible). I flew through there back in 2008 and oddly enough it was pretty much like any major city I've ever been to. Of course there are areas you want to avoid, but it seems just like a normal city. Ohhhh, and Qatar Airlines are probably the nicest I've ever flown on. Free Alcohol and a screen in every headrest with great service.