And your problem with the freedom of self-expression that offends no-one --- is? better to express oneself sartorially than verbally. In some cases I wish opinionates would so choose.

The whole point about the Folk World is that egoes find it hard to be satisfied by the reactions of folkies, leaving those that want to dress to suit their mood and the dictates of their pursuits an easy ride. Like dancing in trainers rather than silletos.
Folk is "about" being mostly laid back about inconsequential things, and concentrating on the plight of common (wo)man, &/or the clarity of the ale.
And making a bit of music into the bargain.