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What Is Modest Fashion All About?

Take a minute. Think about it. What does modest fashion mean to you? Does this picture come to your mind?

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Image courtesy- Inaya

If yes then it’s time to change that opinion. If no, then you’re awesome!

To begin with, modest fashion was/is thought to be another name for Muslimah fashion. But this trend is gaining ground internationally and it is not confined by the bounds of religion or spirituality. Anybody with a penchant for aesthetic is attracted to this movement. The industry said to reach almost $500 billion by 2020.

According to an article in Forbes, ‘modest fashion is being stylish while remaining relatively covered.’

It is taking on international ramps with grace and power. These already “less cool” closet styles are presently en vogue.

In the times where plunging necklines and skimpy clothes are making it big, modest fashion is like a breath of fresh air in the fashion industry.

Who put it on the map?

The modest fashion wave was first recognized globally with model Halima Aden. She was the first woman to wear a hijab at US Miss Minnesota Pageant. She was also signed to IMG agency, the modeling agency behind supermodels like the Hadid sisters, Chrissy Teigen, and Barbara Palvin. Here is an excerpt from her Vogue Arabia interview.

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Halima Aden. Allure cover July 2017

While modest dressing has become more widespread, Aden insists it’s not a style fad that will change with the seasons. “It’s not just a way of dress, it’s a way of life,” she says. “As the origins are often from religious beliefs, it’s a trend that is here to stay.” However, the 20-year-old model is also quick to point out that you don’t have to be Muslim or wear a hijab to dress modestly, and retailers are taking note – Marks & Spencer and Macy’s have expanded their lines to include modest collections.                                                              – Courtesy Vogue Arabia

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Image Courtesy Vogue Arabia

Isn’t it boring?

This is a question that many enthusiasts will ask. Well, the answer depends on your aesthetic. It is the aesthetic which is drawing everyone to this movement.

There is so much elegance and poise in dressing so if one has an eye to appreciate it.

Meet the beautiful Noorain (@thehijabivignettes), a modest fashion blogger we collaborated with from Bangalore. She chose a Sougat Paul gown from our collection and chose to give it a twist!

Sougat Paul gown from Date The Ramp Blog on Modest Fashion Gowns for rent
Noorain wearing Sougat Paul
Ritu Kumar clutch from Date The Ramp fashion rental site. Blog On Modest Fashion
Ritu Kumar clutch

If you will look at the gown on the left, nobody would categorize into modest fashion by virtue of the sleeve and the sheer bodice. But Noorain wore a skin-colored body suit along with the hijab and instantly made it her own.

This is a true blue example of how you can set your own rules in the fashion industry and look incredible at the same time.  Keep in mind that you can turn any outfit to suit yourself.

After all clothes are just pieces of fabric until we breathe life into them.

I get a lot of messages from girls and I want them to know that I was strong enough to be part of this industry while not compromising my values. I never let being the first scare me into quitting.”    Halima Aden

 

Here is another outfit inspiration from Noorain, this time wearing a Ritu Kumar cape jacket and clutch from our collection.

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Noorain wearing Ritu Kumar Flared Jacket

 

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Ritu Kumar clutch

This cape jacket is actually a plunging neckline but Noorain turned it into an equally glam outfit. Preeeeeach girl!

Other Modest Fashion Bloggers You Must Follow

CHINUTAY (@chinutay)

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ANNIE SWIFT (@annieswift)

Annie Swift, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

Annie Swift, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

RUMA (@rumastyles)

Ruma, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

DESERT MANNEQUIN (@desertmannequin)

Desert Mannequin, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

DINA TOKIO (@dinatokio)

Dina Tokyo, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

Dina Tokyo, Date The Ramp Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

These bloggers and Instagrammers have accumulated millions of followers over time indicating that modest fashion is here to stay and spreading wild. 

Inspired by them?

Here are a few Modest Fashion outfits from Date The Ramp that you can rent out in a jiffy!

Ash Haute Couture from Date The Ramp a Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

 

 

 

Ash Haute Couture

Rental- ₹200

Shop this White Rosebulb Box Pleated Top!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JJ Valaya from Date The Ramp a Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

JJ Valaya

Rental-₹700

Shop this Flared blue tunic!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ritu Kumar from Date The Ramp a Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

 

Ritu Kumar

Black Jacket

Rental-₹700

Shop this Black Mid Length Jacket!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shantanu & Nikhil from Date The Ramp a Fashion Rental Site, Blog on Modest Fashion

 

 

Shantanu & Nikhil 

Rental ₹ 1,750

Shop this Black Gown!

 

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