There’s a modest fashion revolution going on, led by Muslim women from all over the planet. What’s in a name? Muslim women are done with the thought that fashion is just not for them, because it wouldn’t fit into their halal lifestyles. Because that’s nonsense, and they’re proving so. How? This revolution is happening on many different levels. Think fashion bloggers showing how you can dress modestly and still be fashionable, think Islamic fashionwear boutiques, and even Islamic haute couture! In this short series we’re digging a bit deeper into these themes to show you what this modest fashion revolution is truly about.
We’ll start off with the fashion bloggers, as we call them nowadays. If you think it’s impossible for Western fashion to fit the modest lifestyle, think again. Many Muslim women are out here showing us how you don’t have to give up fashion to stick to your modest way of dressing. To give you somewhat of an image of how this would look like, we’re presenting five famous fashion bloggers who have gained many admirers throughout the year. And it’s pretty clear why: The way they combine different styles and different layers to achieve the modest looks without having to give up on looking impeccable is quite admirable.
The term modest fashion can be interpreted a number of different ways. However, it is typically used to describe clothing that conceals rather than accentuates the shape of the body.
The clothing can include hijabs and burqas, as well as tops, trousers, jackets and dresses that feature a modest cut.
While the decision to wear this type of clothing can be due to religious or cultural reasons, it can also be worn to attain a more modest aesthetic.
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