Glimpsed By the Baltimore Sun – 11

Is This Modest? MInTheGap -  His jeans are a bit too tight.  His sneakers are white with black pants?  Style problem or modesty?  The jeans make me think borderline. Your Turn… [ratings]

If It’s a Dress, It Must Be Modest, Right?

Are all dresses modest?  Unfortunately, no.  This especially comes into play when we’re talking about formals. It used to be that “getting all dressed up” meant looking more like a lady.  Today, getting all dressed up could be mistaken for “showing it all off.”  Indeed, much of what passes for formal wear is inspired by [...]

Reader Question – ZAKIAH 1

ZAKIAH asked, “What about this cleavage?” MInTheGap – This top is low, and while the pants are fine, I would suggest an under-layer of some kind to deflect the obvious attention to the breasts. Erin – “No way.” It is too deep of a v-neck. I’d fill it in with a t-shirt underneath. Is This [...]

Glimpsed By the Baltimore Sun – 10

(Sun photo by Gene Sweeney Jr. / July 16, 2008) Is This Modest? MInTheGap: No.  Skirt so short she has to make sure her legs are crossed.  Shoulders bared. Anna Grace: And what is up with those shoes?  Wow. Is This Modest? [ratings]

Glimpsed By the Baltimore Sun – 9

(Sun photo by Barbara Haddock Taylor / August 11, 2008) Is This Modest? MInTheGap: Yes.  Long pants, decent shirt. Anna Grace: Way cute! Is This Modest? [ratings]

Modest While Formal

There are a few times in life where it seems we are less concerned with modesty because the point of the time is at odds with modesty. This week we’re going to take a look at these difficult times, what makes them difficult, and what guidelines we should have.  As well as provide a few [...]

DownEast Basics

Review: DownEast Basics www.downeastbasics.com I have ordered three Lace Camisoles from DownEast Basics (DEB). I ordered them with the hope that not only would they provide a nice long length for layering, but that the top would be high enough to layer under v-neck sweaters and lower-cut shirts. In the length, I was highly satisfied. [...]

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