So I'm not cycling in ordinary street clothes/chic

[Tri Girl]

Really, though, people should wear what they want and not fuss over what other people wear.

Agreed!!

I have found in our city (which is not very cycling friendly) that when I wear street clothes cars seem nicer to me. I don't know why. Maybe they think: the poor girl can't afford gas now that prices are too high??? When I gear up- they tend to buzz me more and not be as considerate. I've been biking in my street clothes lately- and although cyclists don't take me as seriously- cars do- and that's what matters most to me!
But it honestly doesn't matter to me what anyone else is wearing. I couldn't care less. As long as you're comfy and you're riding- it doesn't matter.