I open carry all the time. I carry openly more often than not. I also carry concealed, legally. The beauty is in having the choice. We should have this choice everywhere. Originally, laws against concealed carry were predicated upon the presumption that no honest man needed to conceal his weapon. The presumption was honest men were armed, and carried openly.
Open carry may not be "beautiful," but it sure is a lovely option to have. Good Lord, I don't have to entertain ridiculous concerns about whether I'm printing, or if the wind blows my cover garment up, or any of that silliness.
I love Virginia!