The Principal of Modesty

"Some Latter-day Saints may feel that modesty is a tradition of the Church or that it has evolved from conservative, puritanical behavior. Modesty is not just cultural. Modesty is a gospel principle that applies to people of all cultures and ages. In fact, modesty is fundamental to being worthy of the Spirit. To be modest is to be humble, and being humble invites the Spirit to be with us."

Elder Robert D. Hales, "Modesty: Reverence for the Lord," Liahona, Aug. 2008, 18; Ensign, Aug. 2008, 34.