Richard Warren said:Lokar, you are precisely correct. I am commenting on the man's character, while admitting that what I think of it comes solely from press accounts to which I have not paid much attention and from my own impressions of his demeanor (largely if not entirely from pictures in this tread). That is to say, I admit to drawing conclusions of his character from his appearance, and the impression I get is one of vanity. One might also infer that one in his position very rarely receives frank and honest assessment of his attributes from those around him, and my own experience is that vanity follows wealth and/or power.
You've made your point (and a bit more besides) so how about leaving it at that?
This thread was asking members whether they liked the Prince of Wales' style not whether you dislike the fellow's character. There are many international members here and for some there is the very real possibility that this man may be their next king. If you come from a country without a monarchy (which I presume you do) you may not understand this but for some of those members your comments are disrespectful and quite frankly rude. I also believe they are not in keeping with the spirit of the Lounge.
By all means comment on the man's clothes but leave the personal digs for when you are in private company.