Shiny

When I was in college, I thought satin was of the Devil.  No, not really, but I thought that it was immodest—and I had my reasons: It was flashy, and drew attention. It reflected light and cast shadows that accentuated form. It usually was tight (see #2). I didn’t see much of it around. And [...]

Purple Iridescent Taffeta – 7116

Description from the site: A modest dress with softly pleated short sleeves and a modified square neckline. Beading outlines the empire waist with pleating draping across the dropped asymmetrical bodice. The A-line skirt a soft drape falling from the beaded medallion. Isn’t this dress stunning?? It has such beautiful detailing! Not to mention a wonderful [...]

Black and White

Originally uploaded by girls_wears_in_black&white Is This Modest? MInTheGap: This is one of those cases where it’s more in the pose and the fabric than what is covered. The heels that she’s wearing show off leg tone, which isn’t necessarily bad, but it goes to the posture. The felt type material of the dress is causing [...]

Showing One Shoulder

   Charlote Originally uploaded by stan ong Is This Modest? MInTheGap: Only one shoulder showing here, so it’s a lot like a toga. This dress is shiny and has a really long necklace, but I don’t find it as immodest as some of the strapless I’ve seen. Foy: It seems a bit to tight/sheer for me. [...]

Glimpsed by the Baltimore Sun-98

Is This Modest? Erin: Yes, I think it’s really nice! MInTheGap: Works for me– modest. Your Turn… [ratings]

Glimpsed by the Baltimore Sun-94

Is This Modest? Erin: Pretty good. Not crazy about the half-buttoned shirt, but that’s not necessarily immodest. MInTheGap: This guy is “too cool for school”.  That, and he likes to see himself in the mirror.  Shiny shirt, lost a button, I’m going borderline. Your Turn… [ratings]

Glimpsed by the Baltimore Sun-92

Is This Modest? Erin: I can’t see the neckline very well, so if it’s high enough I think this is a very cute and fancy outfit! MInTheGap: I used to have this thing about shiny material– it looks like you’re covered in saran wrap, and it can be a tad distracting/attention getting.  This works well, [...]

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