Modest Fashion Day Caters to Underserved Style Community in Israel

Jessica Ankomah
Models prepare backstage during an event known as Modest Fashion Day. (Photo: <em>REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)</em>
Models prepare backstage during an event known as Modest Fashion Day. (Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)

For women who dress conservatively, Israel has launched a Modest Fashion Day.

Local designers and models gathered in Jerusalem last Thursday for a fashion show that catered specifically to Orthodox Jewish women — and hundreds of humbled fashionistas attended to witness the work walk down the runway.

Most dresses were long-sleeved and knee-length, while some were floor-skimming gowns. <i>(Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)</i>
Most dresses were long-sleeved and knee-length, while some were floor-skimming gowns. (Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)
Designers add their final touch before the models took the runway.<em> (Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)</em>
Designers add their final touch before the models took the runway. (Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)

“People are looking in our direction now to find that modest kind of look, which is very interesting to see,” Jewish stylist Miri Beillin told Reuters. “We are working for this amazing day, fashion modesty, which is a complete, amazing experience for us as religious women.”

Israeli models wearing modest designs took to the catwalk on Thursday.<i> (REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)</i>
Israeli models wearing modest designs took to the catwalk on Thursday. (REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)

More than 20 fashion designers participated in the event catering to ultra-Orthodox community which makes up about 10 percent of Israel’s population.

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