It's rude to tell someone they aren't normal.
James is at a party when he's introduced to Frank who has a septum piercing through his nose.
James wants to react to the septum piercing on Frank.
James tells Frank that his piercing is unique and interesting, and he likes it.
James tells Frank that he's a weirdo and that having a septum piercing makes him look tribal and weird.
Frank feels happy that a stranger likes his body art and is delighted that James called it unique.
Frank is insulted and feels shy and insecure about his piercing now.