Modest fashion has grown from being exclusively associated with religion to a style embraced by the mainstream as an alternative to the often-provocative looks associated with many standard brands. In this interview, we speak with Dr. Nicole Muhammad, a clinical psychologist and founder of Sew Elevated – a young brand that combines modest dress with unique, fashion-forward forward style.

Highlights:

• The three factors that define “modest fashion”
• How brands big and small can authentically serve this consumer segment without offense or threat of cultural appropriation
• A brilliant answer to a common criticism: that it’s regressive or anti-feminist