I was going to say no, but by definition it kind of is. There are a couple definitions but the relevant one is:
"(of a woman) dressing or behaving so as to avoid impropriety or indecency, especially to avoid attracting sexual attention.
(of clothing) not revealing or emphasizing the figure."
It is exceptionally revealing so yes it is.
I don't think there is a problem with it though. Modesty is pretty outdated to large extents, I personally don't think it should be immodest to wear a bikini, but if you wear it specifically to be more revealing then yes I would call it immodest. Not much wrong with immodesty though, itself very common today.
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There are modest styles of swimwear. Modern bikinis are the least modest of them all. They show a tremendous amount of skin and girls even wear them when walking around (especially in Florida and California). Just because it's common doesn't mean it's modest.
I find these kinds to be relatively modest in comparison to what a lot of girls wear. Very stylish too!
Funny how girls don't want to be seen in their underwear but don't mind showing all most all on the beach. Most of those bikinis you see are not meant to go into the water. One good wave and they are almost off. Jump off a high board into a pool and they ARE off. :) For the most part they are worn to show off ( even though a lot shouldn't be wearing one if you catch my drift). But they get all offended if guys make cat calls or sexual tones on them. That is ironic.
Only if worn in inappropriate places. I mean you don't just walk down the street in one, well, depending on the street... lol. Bikinis are quite appropriate around pools and at beaches. If taken care of, a woman's body is beautiful, natural and never to be ashamed of.
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My mom would seriously think so lol. But let me be real bikinis became popular do to the need for fabric in order to send over to our boys in
Europe and the Pacific. Over the year itâs become more relaxed, From a religious stand point yes itâs immodest from a secular standpoint no. As far and basic bikinis go I would say there alright to wear. If weâre talking the thongs or ones that barely cover up certain areas there inappropriate for Americans standard. If you ever been to France women can get away with wearing nothingBy definition, they are not modest. However, not every setting has the same dress code. It all depends on where you are and what time youâre in. Bikinis may not be modest but they are *appropriate* for things like the beach or pool or maybe even a swim suit themed party.
Well, think about it logically. Probably 90% of the body is naked and exposed. Sometimes more depending on the suit... thongs... micro bikinis. It is easy to get a sense of what you look like 100% naked, just the nipples are covered and the pubic hair is covered... sometimes the butt crack is covered... nothing else.
It is socially acceptable but it isn't modest.By definition modesty is: dressing or behaving so as to avoid impropriety or indecency, especially to avoid attracting sexual attention. Impropriety and indecency are relative/subjective but... it would be naive to say that a bikini doesn't attract sexual attention. Therefore, yes, it is not modest.
This really is a COMPLETELY subjective question.
It depends on where you're from, which specific person you're asking, what values/morals/standards that person has, etc.
As for me, personally, I never really cared, as to me bodies are just bodies, and just in general, I don't care what others do. Plus, guy's swimming trunks are not all that modest either.
But I also know many people who find bikinis extremely immodest, and who will avoid beaches and pools altogether because they hate seeing half-naked women.Depends where you wear one. At a beach, go right ahead. In public sure nobody would complain but men would gove you thirsty looks and women would think of you as immodest but likely wouldn't say anything. To work, well prepare to be invited to a private conversation with your boss after work, depending of how it goes you might get a raise if you know what i mean. To church, calm your tits satan that goes too far.
This is a topic which is based on various factors such as :-
1. The place where you wear one
2. The country ( really important)
3. People around you
4. Religion as well for a significant population
5. Lastly up to how you personally feel about exposing your body..
I may have missed a few points but yeah consider these factors..
Cheers !!Regardless, I think women can and should wear whatever they want. It's their body. Sure certain environments call for certain types of outfits. But as long as they are not breaking any laws, harming anyone, and are comfortable with being viewed in a sexual way. Then I don't see the big deal.
Immodest is determined by society. Personally I'd allow topless just like they do for dudes. Religious people like Islamists and feminists wouldn't like it either... a feminist would just push for whatever you don't like.
Anecdotally speaking... a pair of tits becomes old news pretty fast when the nipples are freed.Wearing a bikini on a beach is modest and acceptable. Wearing it on city streets or anywhere else is awkward unless one has a pool party St someone's place. This video sums up where it's immodest
https://youtu.be/3inZUhDcr74Modesty is subject to culture, religion, context and upbringing. For naturist, wearing bikini might be being overdressed or for most religious people it might be a taboo so its not really something you'd expect a nun (or anyone) to wear to church whereas in a western beach its totally normal.
Do you wish to wear one? Are you legally allowed to wear one in the streets or wherever you go? If so, I wouldn't care about what other people think. They do not control you or your life. If you feel like wearing one to a store, do it.
And no. I don't feel like it's immodest. I wouldn't care if someone was naked and shopping next to me.Nah, I think it's fine if it's in the right setting. I like to have my shirt off when I'm at the riverfront, beach, or just exercising--so for me it's perfectly acceptable to see women in bikinis or sports bras in these types of settings. Tbh though, I might take a few glances if I see an attractive woman wearing this type of attire, but it's only momentary and I'm back to pursuing my own interests.
One person's immodest, is another person's modest.
I've heard that men who live in a society where women cover up completely from head to toe find even the hint of an ankle immodest.
I see bikini as just another swimwear option. I've never worn a bikini before, but I would imagine it would be more convenient than a one piece when making a trip to the ladies' loo. But then again, I was brought up in a culture, where people don't equate nudity with sex.I'm going to go in another direction than those who already posted.
I'm going to say it depends on the bikini style.
For "normal" bikini's I'll say no.
For "micro" bikini's I'll say yes. They don't cover much of anything. And, for what they do cover - why wear anything at all?
I can't even post a picture on here of what they look like because they cover so little.
Just google "Micro Bikini" and you will see what I'm talking about.Modesty is a controversial topic no matter how you slice it. It is controversial because it is both personal and vague: personal because our wardrobe reflects, in a sense, our heart, and vague because it can seem difficult to define. Swimsuit designer Jessica Rey believes bikinis are immodest, and sheâs on a mission to help women find swimwear that is both fashionable and modest.
I think the bikinis nowadays go WAYY too far. But i don't think that it is inherently immodest. I want people to understand that there is a balance.
It depends on where you are while wearing it, and under which circumstances. If you were going to the opera, for instance, then a bikini WOULD be immodest. If, however, you were at a nude beach, a bikini would be extremely modest.
Think about it like this; the same people (strangers) you would NOT let see you in your underwear, you would have no problem with them seeing you in a bikini? Why? It's basically the exact same thing, and sometimes underwear is more modest than bikinis.
Lets, see. Every pun intended. Is it immodest to show a whole lot of your tits, almost to the nipple? Is it immodest to have the line of your shorts almost to your pussy? And is it immodest to have shorts so small, that more than half of your ass is showing? And there is just enough cloth to cover your pussy? Why would anyone think that is immodest?
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