Maha Gondal discusses the growth of the modest fashion industry, the reasons behind its popularity, and the challenges faced by brands trying to capitalize on the market. The episode explores how modest fashion is evolving beyond faith-based choices and gaining recognition from leading brands.
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Modest fashion appeals to a wider audience beyond religion, embracing diverse styles and trends globally.
Social media influencers play a crucial role in promoting and popularizing modest fashion brands.
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Growing Popularity of Modest Fashion
Modest Fashion Week in Istanbul will feature diverse designers showcasing trends aligning with the growing popularity of modest fashion, a style covering up while staying trendy. Modest fashion transcends religious boundaries to appeal to a wider audience, including postpartum women and professionals, driving rapid industry expansion particularly within Gen Z in Western markets.
Global Reach and Evolution of Modest Fashion
Modest fashion is evolving beyond traditional styles, embracing diverse cultural influences from minimalistic designs in Europe to vibrant prints in Asia and unique headscarves in Africa. The industry's global appeal is evidenced by Indonesia's emergence as a hub for modest fashion, showcasing growth potential and international collaborations with major fashion events.
Social Media Influence and Market Trends
Social media plays a significant role in the surge of modest fashion, with influencers garnering a vast following and engaging with brands to promote styled modest wear. The market's growth is influenced by shifting trends like the Me Too movement and the rise of 'old money' style, emphasizing quality fabrics and timeless luxury aesthetics aligned with the modest fashion landscape.
As modest fashion week starts in Istanbul, we look at the growth of this area of the fashion industry.
Long considered a faith-based choice, it is gaining in popularity, proven by the modest-friendly options that many leading brands now offer.
We hear the thoughts of retailers and designers on why more women are choosing to dress modestly. And content creator Maha Gondal explains how she's bringing her take on modest fashion to her thousands of followers.
Plus we look at what can go wrong when brands try to cash in on what they see as a lucrative market.
Presented and produced by Megan Lawton
(Image: Woman wearing a maxi dress with long sleeves, standing in front of a wall covered with foliage. Credit: Getty Images)
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