Elders have usually attended mastery of at least seven areas of learning. There is no form of currency on Aki, people who have give to those who need. However, each person is expected to contribute to the good of the group. Most chose to live in groups of like profession or interest and thus their surroundings and customs would differ from one village to the next. There really isn't any trends.
People just dress how they want to dress.
It is a culture with three main principles, respect, honesty and feeling. They are happy to get along with everyone else and always there for each other. ANyone can call upon anyone else when in distress. A total stranger would be considered a just a friend they ahvennt met yet. Education for all, not depending on how rich a person's family is or what part of the world they're from.