(The Conversation) — Major art museums have realized there is much to learn from clothing that is both religiously coded and fashion forward. Earlier this year the Metropolitan Museum of Art hosted a ...
When it comes to women’s clothing, Islam has very high standards. According to Islamic piety, it must be long, loose, and free of any clearance, and it must cover the full body. However, there are ...
Kadjahtou Balde has a hard time parting with some of the vintage gems that make it into her Harlem thrift shop — a silk skirt ...
(The Conversation) — Clothing has played a central role in constructing a unique black Muslim identity since at least the mid-20th century. (The Conversation) — Media reports have celebrated Halima ...
For a decade I’ve studied how Muslim women dress. Ripped jeans tucked into combat boots, structured jackets accessorized with designer sunglasses, flowy pastel chiffons embellished with ...
Dozens filed in and out of Seek Refuge’s first clothing line launch party held in the Michigan League’s Hussey Room on Tuesday evening. Seek Refuge is an organization, founded by Dearborn native ...
Macy's will soon feature a collection of modest clothing and hijabs catered to Muslim shoppers, which has drawn both ire and praise from customers. » RELATED: Muslim women support Nike as backlash ...
Liz Bucar received funding from the Theology of Character Project at Wake Forest University for this work. For other work she has received funding from the AAUW, the Enhancing Life Project at the ...