This archive report was first published on 7 October 2019.
Published on October 7, 2019, a topic that sparks endless debates is the dress code of women. Many women are judged harshly for what they wear, with some even being called names.
However, the question remains: does a woman's dress code really matter? In many African settings, women are expected to dress modestly, but the definition of modesty can vary greatly from one person to another.
Some women have resorted to dressing differently for different occasions, just to avoid being judged. For example, a woman may wear a long, flowing dress to visit her in-laws, but wear a shorter dress to a social event.
But why should women have to dress differently for different audiences? Shouldn't they be able to express themselves freely, as long as they are presentable?
Unfortunately, the dress code police have turned women into human beings with two sides. Each side is there to please its cheerleaders, rather than being true to oneself.
As one woman shared, 'I wish society could just allow women to live their dream lives as long as they aren’t stepping on anyone’s toes.'
It's time to rethink our dress code expectations and allow women to express themselves freely, without fear of judgment or ridicule.
