I fell in love with this dress the first time I saw it… It is the ‘Donna Rico Wrap Front Gown’.

The wrap around design means it is likely to suit a wide range of body shapes/types.

This dress has a white collar and white cuffs, which add a nice ‘different’ touch. It is dry clean only, and in a higher price range, but I think it would be well worth it!

What do you think?

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But then one day, the winds changed. Everyone starting wearing Lycra tops and cap sleeves, and women’s Separates blew in from the west. Those polyester “shells” were no longer fashionable and no longer necessary. There were so many more options—and more comfortable ones too! There were cotton/Lycra blends with crewnecks, cotton T-shirts designed with a layered look, and scoop necks in black for the office. So many choices, so many options…!

There was just one small problem. All those fabulous women who preferred modest clothes were left with very little to wear. The cotton/Lycra blends were cut too tight, the cotton T’s were too low-cut, and the scoop necks, well, they just didn’t cut it at all.

So all the modest women in the land went searching far and wide for the Land’s End. And there they found easy shirts that covered their skin, t-shirts they could layer, and tops that didn’t shrink in the wash. And they were comfortable.

Then one day, the “shell” was reborn with a new look and feel, and all of a sudden, modest women came in droves to follow the “layered” trend. These women realized they had neglected the possibilities of ¾ and long sleeves, and that for 20 years they had paid too much attention to the collar. With a cotton/Lycra “shell” with longer sleeves, they could have the best of both lands. They could wear any sleeveless top with it—ANY sleeveless top—and they could be modest, comfortable and stylish—all at the same time!

And so from Tabeez in the east, these “new shells” came flying off the shelves. Everyone had a black one—maybe two or even three—for the office, for dinner, and for the finest balls in all the land. For their wedding day, modest brides could not believe their options….they could buy any sleeveless dress they liked and pair it with a “shell.” These new slenderizing “shells” became the new silhouette, the new look, and the epitome of modest fashion.

And so from then on, women of all sizes and shapes came to rely on the “new shell.” An outfit just wouldn’t work without it. The “new shells” looked great with belts and jeweled accessories—adding that special touch of glam to the super-modest look. Women wowed their husbands, and impressed their friends. And from that day forward, women and their “shells” lived happily ever after.

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Many people are driven by religious goals. Modesty in clothing is an important value in many Christian, Muslim and Jewish circles. Among those who tie modesty to religion, some believe that a person’s body is a sacred gift from G-d and that it should be treated as such—dressed properly and respected; Some believe that modesty is a way of life—a humble way to conduct oneself before one’s peers and before G-d; And some quote their holy texts where G-d actually commands them to be modest. And, of course, there are people who take all three approaches.

Not Just Religious Reasons

But for many, modesty is not about religion at all. As film, magazines, and fashion embrace the image of nudity, they wonder, “How will our daughters stand their ground, have a healthy self-concept and not be tempted toward promiscuity?” After all, the media teaches young women to admire the beauty of women who are scantily clad. Thus, many Americans are part of a backlash against the media. They leave the magazines at the store and teach their own values to their children.

Yet others say that modest clothing is simply more attractive. It enhances the figure and drapes the human form in a beautiful way. These people think back to the era of the 40s and 50s, when American women wore clothes that were modest, clean, and classy.

With all these potential reasons, it’s no wonder that millions of Americans prefer modesty.

But what does modesty mean? Ten years ago it might have meant wearing old clothes, plain, shapeless clothes, or simply wearing a box! But most Americans don’t want to look shabby. So is it possible to dress fashionably and modestly at the same time? This year, with the growing online modest-fashion industry, there are more options than ever before. Clothes are being designed to cover skin and follow fashion at the same time.

This fall, the runway’s ruffles, zippers, buttons, and bows can all be worn on modest clothes. Modest tops, dresses, and skirts are now being made with shiny fabrics in black, grey, white and royal purple—the colors of the season. Everyone’s wearing cute belts over modest tops, and ballet flats with long skirts. Sleeveless tops are worn over layering-Ts and…. Voila, “modest fashion” is born!

Modesty is Spreading!

As Americans fall in love with modest fashion, they take their love to the Internet. Countless blogposts have been written about the ridiculousness of the latest celebrity’s outfit, the difficulty of finding appropriate clothes, and the value of modesty. Several e-commerce sites, such as www.tabeez.com, now focus on modest clothes exclusively. People are talking about modest fashion on Facebook; and one Twitterer even started the hash-tag #modestfashion. It’s all happening—with and for—the millions of Americans who just want fabulous modest clothes.

From all points of view and from all walks of life, Americans are joining the discussion about modest fashion and producing modest clothes that even the fashion industry would be proud of!

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