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Muslim-American journalist Noor Tagouri will appear in Playboy magazine’s October issue wearing a hijab, a decision that has elicited praise in some quarters and provoked condemnation in others.
She’ll appear alongside a sex activist, a comedian and novelist as part of the magazine’s “Renegade” series, which highlights people who have “risked it all – even their lives – to do what they love.”
Earlier this year, Playboy enacted several changes, the biggest of which was to do away with fully nude photos.
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Tagouri, a 22-year-old journalist who reports for Newsy, appears in the issue clad in black jeans, Converse sneakers, a leather jacket and of course, her head covered.
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The fashion industry has embraced hijabs and abayas. For the first time, in 2015, Dolce & Gabbana released a collection of hijabs and abayas targeting Muslim shoppers in the Middle East. Here's a look at their take on modest dressing.
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The collection was first revealed on Style.com/Arabia on January 3.
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The hijab and abaya are common garments worn throughout the Middle East.
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Dolce & Gabbana is typically known for its feminine, overtly sexual designs.
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These looser robes signify a distinct departure from their usual look.
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While they may not fit the usual Dolce & Gabbana silhouettes, they carry other hallmarks.
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The robes are made of silky georgette and charmeuse.
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Lemon, floral and polka dot motifs are used in their Spring-Summer 2016 collection.
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Intricate lace also features prominently.
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Dolce & Gabbana is one of many Western brands starting to target the lucrative Muslim fashion industry.
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The collection will be available in all of Dolce & Gabbana's Middle East boutiques, and select European stores.
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This is not the first time Dolce & Gabbana has done collections inspired by specific regions and countries.
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Last year, they created collections inspired by China, Japan, and Moscow.
But that hasn’t stopped her from coming under withering criticism online.
Dolce & Gabbana debuts line of hijabs and abayas
“I don’t read or pay attention to any of it,” she told the magazine about the backlash. “It’s just negative energy and unhealthy.”
You can read the feature here.