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Iranian Clerks Warned to Dress Mannequins in Hijabs

Shopkeepers also told to hide curves

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(Newser) – Iranian shopkeepers have been ordered to dress female mannequins in Muslim hijab head scarves,  and to keep any curves strictly under wraps, reports the BBC. The edict is part of a continuing crackdown on "Western style" dress. The sale of bowties and neck ties, as well as the sale of women's underwear by men has also been banned. First-time dress code offenders are often warned but others may face court penalties and reeducation classes.

A woman in a hajib throws bread to birds.
A woman in a hajib throws bread to birds.   (Getty Images)
Iranian shopkeepers have been warned to dress mannequins in hajibs.
Iranian shopkeepers have been warned to dress mannequins in hajibs.   (©J@M%u20ACS)
Curves are strictly verboten in Iranian shops.
Curves are strictly verboten in Iranian shops.   (©rjs1322)
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Thinker
Sep 23, 09 6:05 AM CDT
We already knew these people were insane. Just like in the U.S.: A US restaurant owner in Ohio has been forced to tone down his advertising techniques following complaints over his use of a bikini-wearing mannequin. However, Tessel's promotional gimmick also sparked a number of complaints from local residents. Attending a local hearing this week, Tessel was instructed to dress the figure more conservatively if he wishes to continue using it. Reply
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Rob
Sep 23, 09 7:15 AM CDT
Bet the folks making the complaint tisk-tisk the Iranian laws.
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yoeydude
Sep 23, 09 7:56 AM CDT
there has been a Coup in Iran ,... we are going to be hearing about alot of new rules , and the breaking of rules ,..... if the population of Iran which has a high percentage of under 30 , and educated , is able to create a sea change in that country ,.... from a Theocracy to a real Democracy ,...... they could be a strong ally to the U.S in a decade ,... wrap your minds around that Reply
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tran_tor
Sep 23, 09 10:06 AM CDT
Really hope you're right yoeydude!
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Winston
Sep 23, 09 12:18 PM CDT
it would be curious to see what a real democracy is like -since so far it has never existed.
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