Pamela Geller of the hate groups AFDI/SIOA has found yet another example of those devious Muslims attempting to sneak their Sharia compliant, evil customs under the radar of decent folks. 

Geller is upset about an article by Seunghee Suh in the WSJ, How to Make the Hijab Hip which discusses Shaz Kaiseruddin who has created “The American Hijab Design Contest” in the hope of building a following for a fashion trend she calls “covered chic.” Here is that shocking article: 

.Both the 2010 and 2011 Miss Americas were crowned in pageant dress made by Sherri Hill... “The scope of covered chic fashion far exceeds the Muslim population,” says Shaz Kaiseruddin, 31, a human rights attorney based in Chicago and the creator of the contest.The a-line dress  captures the essence of simple chic. “A hijab is as American as blue jeans.” 

Kaiseruddin hopes to build support for an “American hijab,” a headscarf that can have as many styles in a nation as diverse as America. And she hopes to shake up the belief that the hijab, and Muslims, are foreign to America, and show that headscarves are fashion accessories anyone—regardless of faith—can play with in their wardrobes. 

Nzinga Knight, an American fashion designer and a practicing Muslim, agrees. “The notion of covering the hair because of religion is so ancient,” she says. Knight, who presented her spring/summer 2013 collection at New York Fashion Week in September, is known for her modest, elegant clothes. Her collection features opulent gowns with long sleeves and flowing skirts. Matching headscarves complete the outfits. She says she designs for women “who respect their bodies and find modesty to be beautiful and glamorous.” “Our form of dressing is a way of communicating [modesty] to others,” says Knight. Women should reflect their beliefs in the ways they dress, she says. “I see dishonesty in women who dress provocatively, but say they want to be known for their brains.” 

Knight and Kaiseruddin agree that covering up is not a sign of oppression, but of freedom of choice. “Fashion can break down barriers and make the unfamiliar familiar,” says Kaiseruddin. “I'm confident that we, as a nation, will move towards a broader definition of what beauty looks like, a broader definition of what American fashion looks like, and a broader definition of what an American looks like.” 

Geller is not going to let such disgusting efforts by Muslims go unchallenged. After all, she is the West's “defender of freedom”, and any civilized person understands that the only way to protect America's freedom is to make sure Muslims don't get the idea that freedom also applies to them. She says about this article that this is ”Norming the sharia. More cultural jihad, now using fashion as the conduit to norming sharia. Trying to make the hideous fashionable, the hijab, niqab, etc as “covered chic.” A gorgeous inlaid wood coffin, that's covered chic too. Hijab, the new black! And who is shoving this agitprop down our throats, the Wall Street Journal. ...Where is your designer beaded evening gowns?” 

Perhaps she's on to something. This disgusting and savage concept of modesty exemplified by modest clothing and head coverings can't be allowed to be made to seem normal. Such deviant behavior could destroy the very fabric of America. Geller thinks this is “fashion jihad”. 

Geller has not noticed that it is not only Muslim women who are spreading such ideas and “trying to make the hideous fashionable”. 

Here is another recent article about another group making the same sort of effort. Oy! How Olivia Palermo became a style icon for Orthodox Jewish women by Olivia Fleming must have escaped Geller's radar for such things: 

“Orthodox Jewish women are taking fashion inspiration from style-star Olivia Palermo in an effort to shake-up their modest appearance. 

The socialite has become one of the most influential red-carpet celebrities for style-conscious Orthodox women, who must follow three core rules of modesty in how they dress. Looking to trend-setters like the 26-year-old for inspiration, Orthodox style blogger Sharon Langert told BuzzFeed: ‘Jewish Orthodox women are fashion savvy - they want to look up-to-date.' 

Orthodox Judaism requires both men and women to substantially cover their bodies, which has previously hindered the way modern Orthodox Jewish women would like to dress.If you still do not have an awesome 2013 evening dress. There are three main rules, or tznius, they must adhere to: shirt sleeves should cover elbows, the neckline should extend to the collarbone, and skirts must cover the knees,Shop PromGirl for high low prom dresses and pageant gowns with high low hemlines. with or without tights. Trousers are forbidden, and married women must cover their heads with a wig, scarf or hat. ... 

Appropriating the stars' glamorous, but conservative looks, Orthodox women are stepping away from their traditional garb, instead creating fashionable outfits that still adhere to their tznius. Not all Orthodox women allow fashion magazines in their homes, however, but many do follow trends, searching for style tips and inspiration on the increasing number of Orthodox fashion blogs like Mrs Langert's, called http://www.fashion-isha.com/2012/03/being-orthodox-jewish-woman-my-point-of.html Fashion Isha. ... 

Mrs. Langert who is mentioned in this article, has a statement on the front page of her fashion blog which includes these comments: 

“... Most people in the world don't understand the difference between ‘Hasidim', Yeshiva Jews, or the Modern Orthodox. Without getting into details and an entire theological discussion, I'll just say that, in my opinion, the main differences are based not only on the obvious exterior garb, but mostly the cultures of each sect, based on the traditions of their ancestors. But, in the end of the day we are all Jews. And we are highly misunderstood. 

So if I may be so bold, I'd like to share my personal opinion and point of view. Being an Orthodox Jewish woman is not in any way in conflict with being a relevent and accomplished woman in today's world. And this is the underlying message of my blog: Balance. Beauty. Spirituality. Physicality. All done in a refined and purposeful way. 

... But, never did I doubt the fact that G-d ran this beautiful world. All I had to do was look outside at the trees, the flowers, the gorgeous people…all different yet so much the same! And, in my humble upbringing, I was kindly and gently raised with the belief that He gave us a set of rules that were really for our own good. And just like we would be considered really crappy parents if we let our kids do whatever they wanted whenever they wanted…stay up all night, eat candy all day.. G-d gave us rules to keep us sane and happy, whether we understood or liked it or not. 

So I strove to find the BALANCE in it all. Because we are spiritual beings in a physical world and extremism isn't healthy. We all have passions, dreams and desires and I promise you you can achieve them. And especially coming from me, an Orthodox Jewish wife and mother, who follows the rules of modesty and loves fashion, glamour and fun, I am telling you that you CAN find the right balance. Channel what you love in the proper way. Use your talents to better this world and yourself. ... 


It's no problem to replace observant Muslim woman with Orthodox Jewish woman, as these same sentiments are being echoed by both groups in America. And, just like the American Muslim community, the American Jewish community also has specialty shops selling high fashion modest clothing.