Yes. Modesty is an interior disposition —a ‘habitus’ and a spiritual gift of force—enlivened by the three theological virtues and supported exteriorly by modest clothing and the veil ie. Marian modesty. Why are they modest? Modest intention and modest traditional religious habit. Keep your habit and your habit will keep you.
Sorry, but there is nothing to learn from Islam - a false religion. Can you image the Blessed Virgin Mary wrapped up so you could only see her eyes? No. She is the model and example for modesty for ALL women. The over veiling of women is a way for Muslim men to control their women.
No, that's not 'modest'! Modesty is a 'state of mind and of soul' not a question of ...coverage!
"No, that's not 'modest'"
Yes, it is, with a nose mask.
"Modesty is a 'state of mind and of soul'"
Mind and soul (e.g. thinking about high things, holy thoughts) and doesn't concern the body? Not about coverage?
If you don't dress modestly, and additionally draw many unthinking men to your snares, you'll answer to that on the day of judgement.
Looking at how, and how well, this lady's eyes are made-up, I'm not thinking that modesty is in her mind.
@Uni Versum 2 I think that you miss the point totally! Maybe a good dose of theological philosophy, a course in psychology and some sound doctrine would help you understand the concept of modesty: the REAL modesty vs. the 'exhibited' (non) modesty!
@Opera 369 can you tell me about your specific area of expertise within psychology?