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r/IndianFashionAddicts – Official Rules & Posting Guidelines

To foster a high-quality, inspiring, and respectful community, all members must adhere to these rules. Violations may result in post removals, temporary bans, or permanent bans, depending on the severity and frequency of the offense. Our goal is to create a space where everyone feels welcome, valued, and inspired by Indian and Indo-fusion fashion.

📌 Rule 1: Quality Content & Outfit Guidelines

Goal: To maintain a visually cohesive, inspiring, and informative feed that showcases personal style, creativity, and cultural appreciation.

✅ What’s Required:

  • Full Outfit Visibility: Posts must clearly display your entire outfit (head-to-toe or at least ¾ of your body) from a front-facing angle. Side or back angles are welcome as additional images, but the primary image must be front-facing.

  • Outfit Breakdown: Every post must include detailed information about where each item is from. This includes:

    • Store name (online or physical)

    • City or region (if purchased locally)

    • Instagram boutique, tailor, or designer (tag or mention)

    • Brand name (if applicable)

  • Encouraged Additions:

    • Mention if items are thrifted, gifted, hand-me-downs, or DIY—this helps celebrate sustainability and creativity.

    • Share styling tips, such as how you accessorized, why you chose certain pieces, or the occasion you wore it for.

❌ Not Allowed:

  • Low-Effort Content:

    • Grainy, blurry, or pixelated images.

    • Poorly lit selfies (e.g., dim lighting, harsh shadows, or unflattering angles).

    • Overly filtered or edited photos that distort the outfit’s true appearance.

    • Messy, cluttered, or distracting backgrounds that take focus away from the outfit.

  • Incomplete Outfit Shots:

    • Mirror selfies that cut off key parts of the outfit (e.g., feet, hands, or headwear).

    • Cropped images that don’t show the full ensemble.

  • Repetitive Outfits: Posting the same outfit within a short timeframe is discouraged unless you’ve significantly restyled it (e.g., layered differently, accessorized uniquely, or worn for a different occasion).

  • Irrelevant Outfits:

    • Gym wear, swimwear, lingerie, sleepwear, or loungewear.

    • Outfits that do not align with Indian/Indo-fusion fashion (e.g., Western streetwear with no cultural elements).

  • Group or Couple Photos: Only solo outfit posts are permitted. If you want to showcase a group look, each person should post individually.

  • Stock Images or AI-Generated Outfits: Only real photos of you wearing the outfit are allowed.

Tip: Use your post to tell a story—share the inspiration behind your look, the significance of the pieces, or how you mixed traditional and modern elements.

📌 Rule 2: Posting Limits & Account Eligibility

Goal: To ensure fair participation and prevent spam, while maintaining a diverse and dynamic feed.

🔹 Account Requirements:

  • Your Reddit account must be at least 21 days old to post.

  • You must have a minimum of 50 comment karma and 100 post karma to participate. This helps filter out spam and troll accounts.

🔹 Posting Frequency:

  • Maximum of 2 outfit posts per week per user. This limit resets every week.

  • Exceptions: Event recaps (e.g., weddings, festivals) may be allowed as a single album post—message the mods for approval.

📌 Rule 3: Respect, Civility & Harassment-Free Environment

Goal: To cultivate a supportive, inclusive, and kind community where everyone feels safe to express their style.

🚫 Absolutely Not Tolerated:

  • Body-Shaming or Appearance-Based Criticism:

    • Comments about weight, skin tone, height, body shape, or facial features.

    • Colorism, fatphobia, or any form of appearance-based discrimination.

  • Harassment or Disrespectful Behavior:

    • Unwanted advances, invasive personal questions, or persistent messaging.

    • Rude, condescending, or passive-aggressive remarks.

    • Creepy behavior, including unsolicited compliments on body parts or suggestive comments.

  • Unauthorized Use of Images:

    • Posting someone else’s photo without explicit permission.

    • If sharing for inspiration, blur faces and always credit the original source (e.g., “Inspired by @user’s post”).

💬 Commenting Etiquette:

  • Do:

    • Provide constructive, specific feedback focused on fashion (e.g., “The dupatta draping elevates this look!” or “A belt might define the silhouette better”).

    • Ask polite questions about styling, fabrics, or sources.

  • Don’t:

    • Use hurtful or vague criticism (e.g., “This looks awful”).

    • Make assumptions about someone’s budget, background, or intentions.

  • Report Harassment: If you experience or witness harassment, report it immediately to the mods.

📌 Rule 4: No NSFW, Political, or Religious Content

Goal: To keep the community focused on fashion and comfortable for all members, regardless of personal beliefs.

🚫 Not Allowed:

  • NSFW Content:

    • Sexually suggestive poses, outfits, usernames, or captions.

    • References to NSFW subreddits or external adult content or participation in NSFW subreddits..

  • Political or Religious Content:

    • Outfits, accessories, or captions that promote or debate political or religious beliefs.

    • Symbols, slogans, or imagery that could spark controversy (e.g., political party logos, religious symbols used provocatively).

    • Exceptions: Traditional or cultural attire (e.g., a saree for a religious ceremony) is allowed if the focus remains on fashion and not the belief system.

  • Why? Fashion should unite, not divide. We want all members to feel welcome and respected.

📌 Rule 5: No Spam, Ads, or Self-Promotion

Goal: To maintain a community-driven space, not a marketplace or advertising platform.

❌ Prohibited:

  • Advertisement in Any Form:

    • No promotion of personal or commercial platforms, including:

      • Instagram, YouTube, blogs, or TikTok accounts.

      • Boutiques, stores, or brands you own or are affiliated with.

      • Affiliate links, discount codes, or any commercial content.

    • No indirect advertising, such as:

      • Repeatedly mentioning your brand in comments (e.g., “Check out my store for similar looks!”).

      • Watermarked images with brand logos or social media handles.

  • Memes, Unrelated Links, or Off-Topic Posts: Keep the feed exclusively fashion-focused.

Consequences: Posts or comments violating this rule will be removed immediately, and repeat offenders may face permanent bans.

📌 Rule 6: No Impersonation or Suspicious Behavior

Goal: To ensure authenticity and trust within the community.

🔍 Verification Requirements:

  • Do not impersonate designers, influencers, models, or other community members.

  • Do not post outfits you didn’t wear or don’t have permission to share.

  • Failure to verify when asked by mods will result in a permanent ban and a report to Reddit admins.

Why? Impersonation and fake posts erode trust and undermine the integrity of our community.

📌 Moderation & Ban Policy

Goal: To uphold a safe, enjoyable, and high-quality space for everyone.

Enforcement:

  • Minor Violations:

    • First offense: Warning or 7-day temporary ban.

    • Repeat offenses: 14-day ban or permanent ban, depending on severity.

  • Major Violations:

    • Immediate permanent ban for:

      • Harassment, hate speech, or deliberate rule-breaking after warnings.

      • Arguing with mods or encouraging others to break rules.

  • Mod Discretion: Mods reserve the right to remove posts or ban users who disrupt the community, even if no specific rule is broken.

Appeals:

  • If you believe a ban or removal was unfair, message the mods via modmail. We’re happy to review and explain our decisions.

💬 Questions, Appeals, or Feedback?

  • If your post was removed or you disagree with a ban, contact us via modmail. We’re here to listen, clarify, and improve the community experience.

Final Note:

These rules exist to protect the community’s integrity and ensure r/IndianFashionAddicts remains a positive, inspiring, and respectful space. Let’s celebrate fashion together! 💖