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In Egypt, where the hijab, a headscarf worn by muslim women, is woven into religious, cultural, and social identity, a growing divide is emerging at the intersection of religion, fashion, and class, where the hijab may unite, but class sharply divides. Non-veiled and turban-wearing women frequently gain access to restaurants…
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Double Standards: Not All Hijabis Are Banned
In Egypt, where the hijab, a headscarf worn by muslim women, is woven into religious, cultural, and social identity, a growing divide is emerging at the intersection of religion, fashion, and class, where the hijab may unite, but class sharply divides. Non-veiled and turban-wearing women frequently gain access to restaurants…