clothing-optional
Undressing is acceptable
Clothing-optional describes places or events where nudity is permitted but not required.
A clothing-optional beach or resort allows guests to go nude or stay clothed according to preference.
The term signals a relaxed attitude toward nudity without mandating it: The pool area is clothing-optional after 9 PM.
Philosophy rejecting clothing
- nudistOne who forgoes clothes
- naturistOne who goes unclothed
- skinny-dippingSwimming without clothes
- textile-freeWithout woven material
sunbathing · nakedness · bareness · birthday-suit · disrobed
Approval of oneself
- nonconformityRejection of prevailing norms
- uninhibitedFree from self-censorship
- liberationRelease from constraint
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
Place for getaways
- spaTherapeutic wellness facility
- retreatSanctuary or withdrawal
- beachSandy waterside margin
- campgroundDesignated outdoor lodging area
pool · sauna · cruise · colony · club · hostel · bed-and-breakfast · villa
Posted public displays
- designationFormal name or title
- rulesPrinciples governing behavior
- boundariesLines marking separation
- zoningSectioning areas by use
permitted · discretionary · consent · etiquette · dress-code · mixed-use · family-friendly · adults-only
nudism
Philosophy rejecting clothing
- nudistOne who forgoes clothes
- naturistOne who goes unclothed
- skinny-dippingSwimming without clothes
textile-free · sunbathing · nakedness · bareness · birthday-suit · disrobed
self-acceptance
Approval of oneself
- nonconformityRejection of prevailing norms
- uninhibitedFree from self-censorship
- liberationRelease from constraint
resort
Place for getaways
campground · pool · sauna · cruise · colony · club · hostel · bed-and-breakfast · villa · enclave
signage
Posted public displays
- designationFormal name or title
- rulesPrinciples governing behavior
- boundariesLines marking separation
zoning · permitted · discretionary · consent · etiquette · dress-code · mixed-use · family-friendly · adults-only · membership
- nudismnaturism, nudism, nudist, nudist colony, nudist colonies