What Can Women Wear in Cairo? A Guide to Dressing Comfortably and Respectfully
Inspired by and adapted from HannaBanna Clothing’s original article, “What Kind of Women's Clothes Are Acceptable in Cairo?” Full credit for the original subject and guidance goes to HannaBanna Clothing. Planning what to wear in Cairo can seem complicated if you've never visited Egypt before. You need clothes that cope with the heat, work for long days of sightseeing and, importantly, feel appropriate within the city's cultural setting. Fortunately, you don't need an entirely new wardrobe. For most women visiting Cairo, the easiest approach is to favour lightweight, relatively modest and comfortable clothing . Think flowing dresses, longer skirts, loose trousers, breathable tops and versatile layers rather than very short, tight or revealing pieces. That still leaves plenty of room for personal style. What Is Considered Appropriate Clothing for Women in Cairo? Cairo is a large, diverse and modern city, so you'll inevitably see women wearing a wide variety of cloth...