You are no doubt referring to the women, since men do wear pants at our meetings.
Jehovah's Witnesses believe that God's holy spirit is present at our meetings so we strive to dress in a manner that shows reverence for God. So, Jehovah's Witnesses dress for meetings in the most dignified manner possible according to the cuture of the area that they live in. In western societies, that generally means that men wear suits and women wear dresses or skirts.
That does not mean that there is never a time when a woman may be wearing pants or a pantsuit to a meeting. There may be an interested person that might come in for a meeting dressed differently. JW's will always welcome such a person, never judging them based on appearance. Also there may be occasions that a Jehovah's Witness's work schedule dictates that in order that they be at the meeting, they have to come in work clothes. That situation happens rather frequently. In such cases, that person is not looked down apon. We are just glad that they could be there at the meeting, and often other members of the congregation will make special effort to speak to that person, telling them how glad they are that they could be there.
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Based on my experience I would say it is purely traditional. There is nothing as far as I can see to say that sisters cannot wear trousers to meetings but it is simply not done.
The last time I actually saw a sister wear trousers purely as a choice was in about 1980. It was obviously something that struck the congregation as odd for no reason other than it was 'odd'.
I know most sisters in my neck of the woods that wear trousers to work who will go home and change into a skirt and would rather be late for the meeting than turn up in trousers.
As to the reason why, as I said it is simply one of our friendly little unwritten traditions such as brothers not being used at conventions if they have a beard. No harm is caused.
Only at church
In most parts of the world, dedicated Jehovah's Witness women do not wear pants to the kingdom hall. However, in certain regions where it is considered formal wear (such as an Indian Salwar), it is acceptable for them to wear pants. However, since Jehovah's Witness meetings are open to the public, female visitors to kingdom halls are welcome to attend wearing pants.
no only skirts
Our meetings are open to the public and you are free to wear what you like.
He is a part of the FBI Witness Protection Program. You would too if you had to wear those pants.
Mindless behavior wore leather pants during my girl the remix
No, definitely not. Female members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) are not required to wear skirts and dresses - most Mormon women wear pants for their regular activities, except in some countries where dresses for women are the norm. (Many nations in Africa frown on women in pants)Within Mormon culture, skirts and dresses are considered the most appropriate attire for worship services and other church meetings as a sign of respect, but those in pants will not be turned away. The only Mormon women who are required to wear pants are female missionaries, who adhere to a strict dress code. Female missionaries, or "sisters" must wear skirts when preaching or proselytizing, except in certain areas where mosquito-borne illnesses make pants a safer choice. Sisters may wear pants when exercising or performing community service.In short, Mormon women usually only wear skirts or dresses to church or when preaching as missionaries. Your average Mormon woman (including me!) is wearing pants right now.Click to see photos for examples of what Mormon women would wear:Mormon Sister Missionaries in Pants (2016)Mormon Sister Missionaries in Belgium(2013)Sister Missionaries guidelines for pants(exercise and service)Typical Mormon women dressed for church(2015)Mormon woman leaving church in pants(2012)Mormon Women in PeruTypical Mormon women in California (2012)Typical Mormon women in Atlanta, Georgia(2010)Mormon women dressed for church in Utah(2015)
The Apostolic church does not believe in women wearing pants. The Pentecostal denomination believes that women should wear modest apparel that does not pertain unto a man. (see Deuteronomy 22:5) Pentecostal Churches do this in obedience to the Bible. This has not changed in the New Testament. The women wear Long skirt or dresses and long sleeve blouse or jacket.
The military blouses their pants to create a neater appearance and to prevent the pants from getting caught on objects or dragging on the ground during movement.
Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) generally encourages its members to dress modestly and respectfully during worship services. Traditionally, this has meant that women wear dresses or skirts rather than pants. However, specific dress codes can vary by local congregation, so it's best for individuals to check with local church leaders for guidance on appropriate attire.
A teenage boy should wear dress pants and a nice shirt to church. This is different in some churches.
Pants,vests and caps.