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    The rise of male 'modest' fashion Jump to media player Meet the community of designers and models trying to inspire a new fashion genre.
    • 09 Apr
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    Why I design modest wedding dresses Jump to media player Designer Rima Tadmory explains why she creates wedding dresses for fans of modest fashion.
    • 09 Sep 17
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    'I had to convince Mum I should be a model' Jump to media player Ikran Omar's mother didn't want to tell people her daughter was a model, but says she's now proud.
    • 21 Jan
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    • 31 Mar
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    • 25 Mar
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    Miniskirt pioneer's greatest works on show Jump to media player Mary Quant helped define the era with her brightly-coloured dresses and trouser suits.
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