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Standards of modesty (also called demureness or reticence) are aspects of the culture of a country or people, at a given point in time, and is a measure against which an individual in society may be judged.[citation needed] Modesty is most often understood as similar to or overlapping with humility, shyness, or simplicity. The general elements of modesty include Fashions and fads at times test the limits of community standards of modesty. People can be subjected to peer pressure, both to conform to community standards or to flout them. At times of public or private emergency expectations of modesty are suspended, or modified to the extent of the emergency. For example, during the 2001 anthrax attacks in the United States, large numbers of people had to strip to their underwear in parking lots and other public places for hosing down by fire departments, often in front of TV news crews covering the events.[citation needed]
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Fashion and Dress Code in Marrakech
by yao xinlun
Aug 31, 2009
As in any other Muslim country, there are in Morocco a series of rules specific to how women should dress. Muslim women are often guided by the Koran in this respect and by their husband’s desire to determine the degree of modesty and decency with wh...
Skirt Is Very High On The Fashion Quotient
by adam carter
Oct 22, 2008
Modesty, femininity, ease, comfort and practicality are the terms perfectly suit the one and only attire i.e. skirt. This attractive outfit is very close to women’s heart as they impart much freedom and can be easily dressed up or down for any occasi...
The Meaning of Pearl Jewelry
by Huang Candy
Oct 13, 2008
Birthstone for June, pearl jewelry are recognized as the emblem of modesty, chastity and purity. They have also come to symbolize a happy marriage and hence it is no wonder that freshwater pearl rings is much preferred by girls during their engagemen...
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