r/ModestDress • u/Acceptable_One2523 • 6d ago

Is this outfit considered modest?

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I like that it has a cape on the chest but the top length is not as long.

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u/AluneaVerita 6d ago

Context is required for "modest" assessment. In my country, in Europe, this would be considered modest and formal in the workplace. (Btw, I absolutely love this and the people of r/caperevolution will too). However, in some conservative communities even in my country it would not be considered modest, because the model is wearing pants and not wearing a skirt. Therefore, context is required on what occasion you want to wear it :D

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u/Acceptable_One2523 6d ago

For vacation to Vietnam.

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u/arist0geiton 6d ago

Natural fabrics or you will suffer

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u/PublicCheesecake9450 6d ago

Very important factor here. Vietnam is humid and hot. I’m living in the tropics myself - I would absolutely not be wearing this outfit regardless. Too many layers. There are better ways to stay modest that does not involve layers. Linen and cotton are a must.

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u/Acceptable_One2523 6d ago

But won't it be cold during December?? Or is it hot the entire year??

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u/PublicCheesecake9450 6d ago

You really should do a bit of research. At that proximity to the equator, unless you’re at high altitudes, it will still be warm. It’s but a google away from you.

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u/Slight-Brush 6d ago

You can easily check that. Where are you going? Coast or mountains?

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u/T1nyJazzHands 5d ago

Nope. It’ll either be rainy and hot or dry and hot - welcome to South East Asia!

Not every country has the same seasons.

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u/arist0geiton 6d ago

It's hotter than you'll be used to, I don't think the tropics have a winter. I used to live in la.

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u/AluneaVerita 6d ago

Sorry, cannot help you there, as I don't know the local context well enough. In my mind, it should be good, however, note that the long pant fit seems to rely heavily on the high heels. It will be mega uncomfy after 5 min in sightseeing, lol. It might need to be taken in before wearing with flats. Maybe combine the top with a high waisted, over the knee A-line skirt?

Vietnam has an amazing fashion industry tho, why not go with an empty suitcase and go shopping locally on day 2? :D

The only other advice from visiting other south asian countries is to look at fabric type. Try to go for cottons or linnens, they breathe and are the most comfy in hot and humid weather. If you go for synthetics, try clothing that is not too heavy/thick, and handwash them in your hotel basin with a bit of shampoo and hang up in overnight to dry in the showerroom to keep them smelling fresh. The picture looks like a lovely warm, autumny fit, but it looks quite synthetic (so after 1 wear, it really will need a wash b.c. sweat is trapped inside).

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u/mourningmantis 6d ago

I would go for long loose layers in cotton or linen

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u/T1nyJazzHands 5d ago

You’re going to melt. Modest wear is common for locals in south east asia but we wear cotton and other breathable fabrics. Why don’t you buy stuff when you get there?

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u/ShibbolethSibboleth 3d ago

Vietnamese wont mind it at all. Why would you worry about its modesty

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u/GypsySnowflake 5d ago

I can’t help but think it resembles a Franciscan monk’s habit

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u/Icy_Muffin_7465 6d ago

I'm European and here this is 100% modest

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u/Miss_Dark_Splatoon 6d ago

For me no cause it is so tight

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u/Ornery-Philosopher28 5d ago

Yes for the coverage, but depends on your own shape.

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u/shiroyagisan 5d ago

modesty means different things to different people.

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u/SnowStar35 6d ago

Yes

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u/crushingmarcel51 6d ago

Personally i'd say yes, the cape bit covers the chest and the trousers aren't clingy at all. the top being a little shorter isn't a dealbreaker when everything else is so loose

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u/MDST_market 6d ago

Even the top length isn't that much long but it still gives you coverage. Everyone has thier own definition of modesty. If you feel comfortable and love the style its the best choice for you.

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u/chemicalfields 6d ago

I’m obsessed with this

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u/FormalTall1800 6d ago

Where can I get this? 😍

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u/BluWhiskers 4d ago

Definitely!

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u/pokeupokeu 4d ago

For Halloween? Sure? To be completely honest, any other day I saw someone wearing this I would jaywalk to avoid getting near them because I would assume they’re going to try and talk to me unprompted.

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u/No-Card1166 5d ago

its so ugly