An Orthodox Jewish woman is chronicling her search for “modest clothing” at popular department stores. “I’m an Orthodox Jew. I only wear shirts that cover my elbows and skirts and dresses that cover ...
Growing up as a teenager in your typical American high school (à la Mean Girls) was no easy feat for many of us. Growing up as an American Muslim who covered? Phew. Whole other story. In the ...
Modest fashion has steadily evolved from a niche segment into a major force within the global fashion industry. Once closely associated with specific cultural or religious communities, it is now ...
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For years, Tayyaba Beg would dash from store to store in search of a wardrobe that conformed to the modesty requirements of her Muslim faith. As she sifted through the racks, she found thigh-high ...
When Liza Sakhaie was in college and working at Bloomingdale’s, she decided to start dressing modestly. However, she quickly became fed up with shopping for clothing. “I was working on an experiential ...
Last week, Japanese brand Uniqlo teamed up with British Muslim designer Hana Tajima, designing a range of functional outerwear and accessories, including hijabs and headscarves. Somali-American ...
Once upon a time, womenswear was rife with transparency. With miniskirts and spaghetti-strap dresses and tank tops. With fashions intended to show some skin and combat the heat. Not anymore. Now we ...
Rina Finkelstein’s concept for outfits that look great in front of a camera earned her a fashion scholarship. (New York Jewish Week) —Rina Finkelstein, a recent graduate of the Sy Syms School of ...