Fashion in the Middle East

I arrived in the Middle East four years back and observing the Local Fashion has been real amusing. As per the local religion and custom, one would think that the custom of dressing modestly by observing the “hijab” so as not to attract any attention especially of the opposite sex is observed here more or less by the local women. Unfortunately this is not the case with many of them. These women attract more attention than the Expats! In the Malls and on the streets one would see women wearing such dramatic makeup which you would usually associate with the Stage Artists. Some would look so comical in the attempt. As for wearing the latest fashion in clothes, nothing could stop them from wearing the skimpiest of the tops or skirts. The spaghetti or sleeveless tops would be worn with long sleeve inner bodies or tee shirts and the short skirts would be worn over a pair of trousers! All these clothes would be real tight which would accentuate all contours of her body. The head scarf or the “hijab” would complete the look but you could notice the elaborate bouffant underneath! Modesty Lost in Translation!?