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What is the meaning of modest wear?

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What is the meaning of modest wear?
The meaning of modest wear is apparel that provides coverage for most of the body. Pieces that fit the term typically feature high necklines and long hemlines. Some women choose to dress in modest wear for religious reasons, comfort or personal beliefs. Find a diverse assortment of apparel on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
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Chanel coat with camellia Like new
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Coat , Chanel Boutique long jacket in black color Round neck, 4 pockets Button closure Bordeaux Camellia Brooch Wool composition with silk interior, ideal for all seasons Fine fabri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Chanel Resort 2012 Runway Size 44 Black and White Cashmere Short Sleeve Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, Resort 2012 Runway short sleeve cashmere sweater ! Features contrasting black and white stripes / square...
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2010s British Pullovers

Chanel Rarest 1993 Supermodel Style Brown Tweed Jacket 38 FR
Located in Dubai, AE
Extremely rare, collectible Chanel brown tweed jacket with quilted leather accents ~ from legendary 1992 / 1993 Fall Collection ~ by Meastro ...
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2010s Jackets

Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti Black Silk Dress
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a fully lined silk dress with a net and bead floral design neckline. There are also three front side pleats and a bottom gather at the bottom of the skirt on the other. It is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti Silk Dress W/T
Located in Port Hope, ON
This silk floral pattern dress has never been worn and still has its tags. It looks like a very simple dress until you see details such as draped and pleated neckline with a side bow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

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