As much your sister-in-law seems to stick out in your social circle, you may be the only one actually bothered by it.
My husband comes from a slightly more modern background, but got into learning in high school, and is now in his tenth year in kollel. In contrast, his sister became even more modern than the family. She comes to visit wearing low necklines and miniskirts.
Every time we have a simchah or gathering in our home, I have a dilemma. I’m uncomfortable having her arrive dressed as is since my husband’s friends are fellow bnei Torah, and at a small house event there won’t be any structural mechitzah.
There are some events I have to invite her to (like a bris), but how do I handle the somewhat optional ones (like a chanukas habayis/siyum/Chanukah party)? Should I say something to her about her dress? Simply not invite her (nor any of her sisters)? Invite her despite the fact that she’ll really stick out in our crowd?
Any advice on how to handle this sensitive issue would be appreciated.
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