Are there disadvantages to women wearing modest clothes?

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Other than "boring" or other insignifcant answers?

CubsterShura · Accepted Answer

First of all lemme tell you what are NOT the problems:
- Heat. Being a girl who covers the whole body and covers the whole legs and wears long sleeves, I don't feel too hot or anything as long as I wear the right kind of fabric for the weather. Plus i get protection from the sun which is great.
- Cumbersome. Again, as long as I'm wearing comfortable clothes this is no issue.
- Ugly. I get a lot of compliments on my dresses so yes you can wear beautiful clothes while you still cover.

Now the disadvantages:
- Shopping. All clothes meant for teenagers are far more revealing than what I wear so I often have to get my clothes tailored, especially adding full sleeves to my clothes.
- It is hard to dress for certain events. For example, dressing in professional clothes.
- Influence of other girls. Like when I ask others what should I wear for events they tell me straight in my face to wear a short dress or something cause everyone else does the same.
- Can't show off my gym progress to the world, but it's ok. 😛

I quit. There is literally zero disadvantage of wearing modest clothes but for the sake of an answer I still kept thinking of what I can say. Not anymore that's all.

lifelearner011 · Accepted Answer

Well, I dress modestly and live in a tropical environment.
My "struggle" and challenge is to look, "fresh" yet modest in a cute way.
During fall and winter season its way easier.
Yet summer times and when I'm working out is hard to create a look in which you look put together yet modest.
I find it a fun challenge. :)

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Not really. I find them more attractive, for a different reason. When somebody wears revealing clothing I feel as though their asking for attention, so I avoid them in favour of somebody who shows as if they're modest.

I might be a little biased, but understand I'm not talking about everyday things. More along the lines of a woman who shows a bunch of cleavage on her profile picture. She knows what she's doing and that pushes me away from contact in favor of somebody who's not going to publicize a large portion of their rack with very large v-neck/loose clothing

ichighost · Accepted Answer

Nothing. I don't think clothing has any effect on her perception to whoever is interested in talking to her. Showing skin made make somebody interested faster but that's not always the road to go if it's not your wave

emmily2396 · Answer

It depends on the ocassion. You have to dresd modestly at college/work or in other institution. However, I don't think it should be a rule. Dress however you feel and look best. Someone people can't pull off a bodycon dress and stuff like that, so modest clothes would look better on some people.

azzntittiz · Answer

It won't stop men from raping but I this k modest clothes are better, for reasons of not advertising your body as it screams low self esteem, but club clothing is different. There are still various types of styles that are suitable for different occasions.

Anonymous · Answer

The heat is not a personal issue for me when I dress modestly. I live in the desert, Arizona, where it gets to 120 degrees Fahrenheit during the summers here. Personally, I found a way to enjoy the humidity and the dry heat- sweating is my favorite thing to do. Some can literally handle the heat while others cannot adapt. It depends on the person.

An issue would be bike riding/motorcycling/dirt biking, it’s hard with a dress on and pants are just too fitting to be really considered modest for some people. Quading or horseback riding in a dress isn’t that bad... snowboarding has to be in a snowsuit and if people don’t feel that’s modest then that’s off limits. I don't know

MlleCake · Answer

I think the disadvantage is being burdened with the idea that your body is sinful. And perhaps more damaging might be the idea that you are superior to others because of dressing modestly. But these are not issues for all people who dress modestly.

I think people should dress in whatever way they feel best. There's room in this world for all different ways of dressing.

taleswapper · Answer

Yes. "modest" is a code word for ugly. Because the people who decide which is modest and which is not are usually unfashionable (usually male) prudes, rather than the people who are going to actually wear these clothes, the designers are at a further remove from their customers, as well. The clothes are then often ill-fitted, poorly made, badly designed and over-priced.

Fundamentally, the problem is that you are assigning the virtue to the wrong thing. Clothes are not modest or immodest; people are. A modest woman is still modest, even nude in the bath with her hair spread around her. A modest man will see her that way,

Alice2398 · Answer

Depends really. I from Britain so I usually ware a jumper and jeans on a regular day because of the weather and lts just practical and comfortable Im not strongly religious but I know some women dress modest because of their culture and religion but I can't imagine wearing something like a traditional black burka in Saudi weather is comfortable or practical so if we're talking modest in that contexts i only see it being unpractical and uncomfortable in hot weather besided that I see no disadvantage

hownwhy · Answer

The fact is that a modest dress will show less skin and cover the shape of the body or most of it, depending on the dress. So, for a person/society who is interested in seeing a lot of a girl’s skin and the shape of her body, particularly, certain parts of the body, then for that person/society, it is going to be a disadvantage but not for the modest girl.

Moreover, if a girl is dressed modestly, it does not mean that she is going to be less beautiful, less elegant or less confident. That depends on the girl’s knowledge of fashion. And, if she is creative enough, she could create her own type of clothing that, for example, could be worn under the sun. it’s not impossible!

If dressing modestly was a thing or a trend in the world today, the fashion industry would not have a problem creating stunning and modest dresses that suit every season and would be worn in different climates. However, I don’t think it is something they will consider!

Anonymous · Answer

Nope not at all. Maybe heat but you get use to it.

My school was strict on dress code, especially for girls.

No shirts with straps less than three inches
No see through tops
No crop tops
No shorts/skirts that are over three inches above the knee
no dyed hair besides natural colors
No strapless tops
No off the shoulder tops
No jeans that are ripped above the knee
No open toed shoes 🙄 I got dress coded a lot and even tried to find ways to avoid staff.

Anyways, my legs became sooooo whiteer than my ams and chest and neck cause I wore jeans all the time. It got hot when I walked home which was a mile away from school. But you got use to the heat

Mister_E_Alaska · Answer

Firstly. Define modest. Western modest is significantly different than Saudi Arabia. Women should be able to wear whatever they want. Modest or not.
The disadvantage is being controlled. Per capita rapes are significantly lower in countries where topless women are a norm.

SpiderManFan2002 · Answer

I wear modest clothes and when I state this online some people will assume I am oppressed. Then when they find out I'm a Muslim they'll assume my father is forcing me to dress modestly.

But following Islam is my choice, I wear what I like and I like modest clothing, therefore, I dress modestly.

Also, a lot of fathers) from many religious/non-religious backgrounds) are against their daughters dressing revealingly, why is it when a Muslim father is against it, it is seen as oppression?

MouthfulofDiamonds · Answer

Absolutely none and whoever believe that lie or is the silliest person in the world because why would you like sure all your cards in a poker game the same thing leave something to the imagination. What else would you have to give then

Anonymous · Answer

Personally there is no bigger turn on than a cute girl who dresses modestly. Being ladylike in public makes me interested. Makes me feel like being a gentlemen towards her will be reciprocated the way it should (respected and even a turn on for the girl).

babybeanboy · Answer

There really aren't any major problems with dressing modestly, but a small one is that it might hold you back from wearing a nice outfit that just has an immodest cut to it. Other than that dressing modestly is fun and looks cute!

Ellie-V · Answer

There are no disadvantages of women dressing modestly... other than close people judging her, but that part depends on her. If she sucks at choosing friends, that’s her own fault.

MarilynMansonsSlvt · Answer

No, I never wear immodest clothes. xx ~ Mrs Manson

scaramouche · Answer

Yeah, hot. I admire all the muslim women who wear hijab in this tropical neverending hot country. I can't even stand outside in long sleeves, I'll be drenched in sweat within the first 10 mins.

AbdKilani · Answer

It should be okay, I mean that is a usual thing in arab world, or used to be. Now guys wants to see leggings, tights.. Etc  It is just they care about the body and got more shallow.

Anonymous · Answer

No, there are disadvantages to women dressing like harlots. They degrade themselves when they do that.

InTimoreDei · Answer

No disadvantages at all. Modest girls are the best and earn all my respect.

BesrkirAstrid · Answer

Modest? That Isa term men use to make woman feel bad i Will West whatever i want! No one can control me and free and me.

MrBurke · Answer

Well the only disadvantage that I can think of is that it could get a bit warmer in modest clothing as opposed to clothes that show a lot because of reasons that are hopefully obvious if it's something like a dress you might have to pull it up a little in some places so as not to mess it up or tear it and a dress could get caught on some things

Massageman · Answer

It might be harder for them to find appropriate clothes as our society becomes more and more immodest.

bubble_tea · Answer

The one I've noticed.. there are many who tend to smell and not in a good way.

BipBipLeddus · Answer

Not really. I dress like a little prude pretty often and I'm happy.

Anonymous · Answer

Girls mighr think she is prudish or rhinks she's better than everyone else.

Men may think she's also prudish and not approach her because they'll just get shot down

These are just guesses, everyone is different in how they asess other people

skateranon123 · Answer

I rather like that innocent feminine look. Dresses and girly things and dressing modest doesn't mean bad

kingoftheclouds · Answer

Women will be less confident in themselves. Those who cover more tend to be insecure and wearing more showing clothing is a way to make yourself comfortable in your own skin. For example a woman wearing a crop top most likely is satisfactory with her stomach, a woman wearing an oversized hoodie might not like her body.

Noodlegurl · Answer

I dont think so so far the only disadvantage is that people assume that you have no boobs 😂

archiz · Answer

at formal and professional situations it is more respectful to wear modest clothing. or at religious places. you also get taken more seriously in those cases

weasley8 · Answer

No? Are there disadvantages to women wearing more revealing clothes, other than "distracting?"

BrileyCat · Answer

i dress modestly . and i don't let that get in the way when i'm ready and easy .

Dinklex3 · Answer

What do you consider "modest" clothes.  Baggy clothes that aren't fitted and show no skin?

RolandCuthbert · Answer

I guess I don't understand the motivations of some of the posters. Are you claiming that in your country, women are dressing too provocatively?

ATuairiscean · Answer

I sometimes think they look hot and uncomfortable in hot weather - Also just walking around is a good way to get a colour from the sun

A-man-22 · Answer

There are none but women will still wear unmodest clothes for what ever reason.

Anonymous · Answer

I prefer to dress modestly (as in coverage wise) and it rarely becomes a problem. Although, I do hate wearing sleeves in the summer. So I wear sleeveless when it is hot out.

luvstoned4him · Answer

I dont find any unless we country job wise or social standing.

Daniel3035 · Answer

Yes when you give too much freedom people tend to take advantage of it. And well judging by how a lot of girls are dressed yh i’d say they definitely took advantage of it.

AngelLily · Answer

I dont think there are any disadvantages of wearing modest clothing.

Gottabsavagee · Answer

Well nicer clothes they wear nicer they look but hey if they feel the most comfortable in this clothes then why not

Chaz269 · Answer

Only if they're tryna be a slut or otherwise be known as one.

Anonymous · Answer

Fashion clothing businesd for women is so huge and affordable for any of us to dress badly or in a modest way.

TacosRAwesome · Answer

Only that some people interpret it as being sloppy and not caring about their appearance.

Introvert94 · Answer

I imagine there's disadvantages for a modest dressing stripper.

HereIbe · Answer

They won't attract homasters and players very often. That's about it. After all, "modest clothes" means nothing. It could just be a windy day.

Cask23 · Answer

The only disadvantage I can think of is that she may get overlooked or blend in to much with the crowd to get noticed by a guy.

Aiko_E_Lara · Answer

I don't think so aside from what people say. It's up to them on how they tolerate it.

Anonymous · Answer

Maybe you dont get to draw the attiention from men haha!!

Anonymous · Answer

I wish women would be more modest

ghostqueen · Answer

Heat could be an issue.

Aenetoo · Answer

No. I can't think of any.

MarketData · Answer

It won't get you a husband, ladies.

Virgux · Answer

Are you kidding? Her boi can't see enough! Disadvantage!

dreamstar72 · Answer

Mainly it depend on the three W's

Guanfei · Answer

Depends on what you call modest.

Anonymous · Answer

Disadvantage to whom?

boxy243 · Answer

no but the inverse is possible

zagor · Answer

In hot weather maybe.

LegateLanius · Answer

Nothing I can think of right now.

3rdSrike · Answer

Not any that iam aware of

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