Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm a Christian but I don't cover because of any particular doctrine. (There is a verse in the New Testament in 1 Corinthians that mentions head covering, but that is a widely debated topic amongst Christians and many Christians today do not cover.) I cover my head and body because I want to be defined by something other than those things. I have really frizzy, thick hair (like Merida in Brave) and in high school I was teased by other kids in my church youth group because my hair wasn't straight. I spent so much time and money straightening it. But I got so tired of doing that, and i realized that that isn't what church and life are supposed to be about. As for modesty guidelines, I don't show my shoulders, cleavage, or knees. I will wear pants or leggings if my bum is covered by a tunic sweater or top. I have health issues that make me very sensitive to extreme temperatures so I've had to factor that in. Someone else might be offended that i will wear short sleeves, but I figure it's better to offend someone than to pass out because I'm too hot!
I'm a pagan teenager, and I have always loved modest clothing, I created my boundaries when I was about 14, Almost everything I wear cover my ankles, I try to keep my cleavage covered and as of recently I have been trying to keep everything to my wrists, and I keep my hair covered as well. I have never felt so confident in my life. I feel beautiful, I feel creative, I feel focused and I feel calm etc in my veils, over all I know some people are empowered by shorts and crop tops and high heeled shoes but I am empowered by floor length dresses and skirts and warm wrist length shirts and flowy headscarves. I feel like I am showing dedication to the higher power I believe in and I feel beautiful, I think that as a teenager my job is not to be sexy, my job is to work on building the person I want to be and building my future, and I feel like modestly dressing is a thing that helps me focus, I feel beautiful and I am physically comfortable. I love your channel overall I have been a fan of it for quite some time and I adore this video, Sending lots of love and Blessings to you
I am so happy that I found you all . I have recently lost my hair due to auto immune disease , and it's been a bit of a challenge for me . I always dressed and did my hair in late 1930's -early 1940's style , and when I started losing my hair , I felt like I was almost losing my identity in a way , as silly as that sounds . Social media and movies and television can put a lot of pressure on todays ladies to look and dress a certain way . My clothing have always been quite modest , because I loved the styles of the past the best . It is just what I felt most comfortable in , but I was lost as to what to do about my balding head ... until I discovered your site and channel . Since I've started wrapping my head , I just feel so much better . I don't have to worry about my hair loss anymore , or people staring and I actually feel comforted by the head wraps . They are like a warm hug around my patchy head. And the beautiful wraps make me feel feminine again , since losing my hair . Thank you Wrapunzel from this Canadian Maritimer
Thank you so much for explaining this "standard" we women can live by, that is honoring to our Creator, and respectful to the world around us. As a Torah observant woman who considers herself grafted in, this was very helpful.
This is such a good message! Though it's being applied to modesty it's so much more than that. Some of my clothes I bought because they're so cute or because they're comfortable to wear because of the fabric, but I put them on and I don't feel like me at all. Sometimes I also dress how people expect me to because, as a kid and teen and in my 20s I had a more eccentric style and I just don't like hearing the weird comments about how I'm suddenly dressing completely differently. I know I have to block out those thoughts and dress how I feel is right for me and how I want to present myself and eventually others will become used to it and stop talking.
Thank you for being so candid. I am not of a common belief system. I choose to follow some guidelines of modesty for myself and my marriage. Also, I have kids and want to represent myself for them, as well. I don't always cover my hair completely, but I do have my own guidelines. I am so glad that you always speak so inclusive and honestly. Thank you! And, I love Wrapunzel!
Love this video!! I am not religious, tho I do call myself Pagan as it's something I feel fits me the best!! I am thinking of covering my hair and dressing modestly mainly for me. I am looking to get back choice. By this mean I had a baby girl 6 months ago it was traumatic as I ended up having an emergancy c section, not what I'd planned and I had to have others make my choices for me! So I feel I need to get back a bit of me and the control I wasn't able to have!!
+Samantha Sutherland Thank you for sharing that with us, Samantha! Our community is full of women who choose to embrace modesty for an infinite number of reasons (many of whom are not even religious at all) so you are not alone! Are you a member of our fangroup on Facebook? If you're looking for online support, there a numerous Pagan wrappers who post there frequently and you would, no doubt, be welcomed with open arms!
I know you posted this two years ago but I just wanted to say you stuck my heart sharing your emergency c-section story. I can relate so deeply to your experience as my first daughter was born in the same manner 6 years ago. I truly hope you have regained some sense of control now :-) keep going gently xx
Me, too. I am also pagan, but have been called to veil, as it were. I feel more confident and self-aware. I feel like I am more myself when I dress modest, though I do stand out. My husband, for whatever reason, thinks it is so becoming when I wear dresses and a tichel style covering. It is so nice.
Shalom! As someone who was adopted by a Jewish family 20+years ago, and i was never pushed in any direction regarding spirituality. Now im a married mother of 3 children. 3 years ago my medically complicated child had an exponentially larger medical emergency and i started to find faith, alone that day with my tears in the Children's hospital's chapel when i picked up the Torah. I have been studying Torah ever since, with my mom's blessings and great joy. I have noticed such a change in my children and myself, (even my stubborn husband!) Recently as ihave adopted as many Jewish laws in my home and life and covering my head felt like the next step. Ihad no idea how to go about it but ifound your videos and have a friend who's a big wrapunzel fan. Many thanks for your thoughtful videos and explanations.
I think the best thing I invested in when I started covering, crop tops! you can get long sleeved, mid length, or t shirt style. I bought crop tops because it meant I didn't have a double layer of fabric on my bad on stomach so didn't boil in the heat! it also meant I could spent £20 on a few crop tops from eBay, and not have to throw out and buy a load of clothes! you can also cut long sleeved/t shirts, to just under your bra line if you have them around or find them cheaper than crop tops. you can still carrying on wearing your clothes but stay modest. x
Good morning, it's funny I should come upon this particular video today as I just started toning down my "make up" routine, in fact, some foundation, a little mascara and some blush and I'm not "winking" at myself anymore, just looking pure and beautiful. God sees us as beautiful, what we are on the inside is what we reflect on the outside. Thank you for this video, mush appreciated.
The Lord is so Good! I was Just thinking how fun it would be to hear your thoughts on modesty.. and here is this video when I was searching for a different subject all together! :)
I am an older woman who recently lost her beloved husband to illness. I have always dressed business-like, in professional style. At home, when not working, I dressed comfortably (we lived in a rural, farmland area). Since my husband's death and my retirement, I find myself unsure about how to present myself. I am a Catholic, and the Bible is very specific on dressing for both men and women, modesty being key and gender specific. Now that I have much more time for worship, I find an absolute need to adhere more to scripture re: dress, especially with covering the head. There is definitely a difference between dressing attractively and dressing to attract. As a widow, I have no need to attract, but I do want to dress attractively so as not to confuse anyone of my status (remaining a widow). Thank you for your beautiful videos!
Where do you buy your clothes from? Or do you make your own clothes? My wardrobe is more modest than it was several years ago, but it's not where I want it to be yet. My family is on a tight budget, and I spend very little on clothing for myself. (I shop at a consignment store twice a year and get only a few new items.) What are your recommendations for acquiring new, modest clothing on a limited budget? I have a sewing machine, but have not learned how to make my own clothes.
Very beautifully said on such a delicate subject for so many. Do you know of any online stores that sell tops with higher necklines for larger women? I suppose I could go to a local store, but most tops for women have lower cuts and the alternative is men's t-shirts which i don't appreciate as I like to look more feminine.
+Krista Kubie www.junees.com/collections/junee-me-plus-size-tops-layering-shells Some of those seem to go up to 4 X. They are supposed to be pretty snug for layering, so that might work.
Thank you so much. At 66 for all these years I have rarely feel like myself when I've dressed. It seems you have freed me. I can cover my hair I can be different. I don't wear dresses because I'm very very huge and then I look like I'm wearing a tent. Oh what can I do? Years ago I wore long flowy dresses with slacks under. Now what?
This might sound silly but there are amazing personal stylist out there. You can meet with them and explain what you want and they can help you find what you need. Also you can find someone that can see and find the best pattern for you and have some dresses made. Good luck
I love this video, your right, what u put on does reflect who you are. Also you are a very beautiful woman, you said that as a woman we have to ask ourself is this who I am when deciding what to wear, does that apply to makeup? Is makeup modest or is it telling our creator "you made a mistake, my lips are supposed to be red or pink, my eye brows are supposed to be thinner, I have to fix your mistakes with makeup"
I have always had short hair. I consider myself a "short hair girl". Its easier and suits me but for the past few years I keep revisiting these verses and the idea of hard covering and modesty. My husband.d loves my hair short. In fact I grew it to my shoulders and just recently cut it because he didn't like it that long. I'm in a pickle.
Hi, Sara! That's a great question! It somewhat depends on where you live and what kinds of stores are available to you. We've had a lot of luck at thrift stores where you'll find quite a diverse selection of styles, including skirts. Another thing we Wrapunzel Ladies do a lot is where long sleeved t-shirts underneath our tops or dresses that are short-sleeved or sleeveless. We hope this helps! Good luck!
Chrystal Frost Ross stores usually carry quite a few dresses, shirts that can be layered or undershirts for under the dresses. Also H&M has some nice choices. I've gotten many long skirts (no slit) from the thrift stores and Amazon has some decent deals on various shirts: 3/4 length sleeves, shrugs for layering and skirts.
Thank You! I am a Russian Orthodox Christian and I very much appreciate the message in this video. I cover my hair daily, I wear long skirts and tops with long sleeves, and I feel this gives me my God-given womanly dignity.
I’m Torah observant too but believe in Yeshua I just struggle with listening to my husband etc. because he wants me to not dress too conservative and tells me to uncover etc. when we go places. He doesn’t understand and I’ve come to love headcovering
We have always lived in a "physical world". Most women carry such shame and guilt about their bodies and sexual powers. It's really unfortunate. To me, these limits just represent the need for humans to be controlled externally and by men's ideals. I'm only being honest here; I really don't understand or relate this need to cover or hide what is natural.
@Wrapunzel Greetings Andrea I hope you can do a video about how to wear makeup if that person decides to wear it. I have come across some women, and these mixture of women some are Jewish that has on way to much, I very surprised because who they are. No woman should wear that much makeup, it makes them look like a Harlot. For me I used to wear make but that much, now my way of living is for Yeshua Ha'Mashiach is to be modest all the way around. I don't even wear perfume, nor do I wear the lotion that has a perfume smell in it anymore, just soap and water. My thing is that I do not want to draw any man attention at all. I am not married, and never been married...it's not that I don't want to be it just did not happen for me, and I am definitely 💯Okay with it. All honesty I am married to Yeshua, you may not understand how I can say that, but if you knew me on a personal level, and we have been in each other company then you would understand why I can say that. You know how your husband is the head over you, well Yeshua is the head over me. That's the best way I can explain why I say Yeshua is my husband. ~Shalom!~🤍 10.2.2023
Love, love, love this video! Boundaries are so important - not just in the way you dress, but in life in general. My boundaries have definitely changed as I've gotten older. I would never wear today things I had no problem with when I was younger. I guess with age comes wisdom!
@prettygirljamie1 My dear if you are truly walking in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach then the Holy Spirit will teach you how to dress, and how to live a Holy lifestyle...i say this because the Holy Spirit taught me. ~Shalom!~ 10.2.2023
I've always loved to dress modestly because I think it is beautiful . I've recently began to cover my head because it is more of a spiritual calling. I love your wrap tutorials and I love this video. Thank you so much for sharing your insight on this topic with the wrapunzel community. God bless you always.
You are a very wise woman. Thank you so much for sharing your walk with us. I've always loved covering my hair, although I wasn't brought up in a culture that promotes headcovering. This is an area I'm currently studying in light of the Scriptures. It gives me so much joy to learn from your journey! May the Almighty bless you tremendously. Shalom
You are right about the posing and winking, etc....doing that sort of posing is indicative of being over the top with yourself for the world. Time to tone down and be not a vixen but a gracious lady...don't you agree?
I've been convicted on some of my wardrobe for several months now. I've cleared much of it out already, but I feel overwhelmed in trying to replace it all. After watching this, I feel I'm ready to just let those things I'm holding on to go. (AKA="skinny jeans")😃
I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one out there in the world that has winked at myself in the mirror before (haven't done that for a long time either...........and think it is because I've stepped up greately how modest I dress!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)................there was days I pretty well went on a date with myself while standing in front of the mirror hahahahahhahah for reals though : )
Appreciate you explaining modesty according to Torah - have sensitivity to wigs ,nylon and wool - tichels are just great to do -really like this video - Todah .Torah observant Jewish woman .
i can see why sometimes troubles can be blessings, i was born with a heart condition that meant many surgeries and scars up my chest and also being naturally sort of conservative and prudent i have therefore always kept my tshirts modest, with the shirt collars always being at or above my collar bones. ive always worn pants tho and am looking to start attending an orthodox christian church and im gonna have to learn to adopt skirts/dresses and head coverings at least for services.
I really like these videos where you speak from your heart about why you dress or wrap a tichel in order to be you. honestly I wish I had learned from you when I was so much younger it may have kept me from a life of sadness. however, you inspire me to start being me at 58 years old. that is not an easy thing to do since teaching old dogs new tricks is a challenge. you do inspire me to try, though.
love this video. I only recently started dressing modestly and this was such great information and help. when you said we know deep down if how were dressing is who we are that really resonated with me thank you
Thanks for sharing. As a Christian the Bible teaches me about true beauty and modesty. I love how you said "what I want to bring to the world." God bless you.
So good and extremely important content. I’m so glad I have made peace with my body at my age. Now I desire to cover it more and protect it for myself. When I was unsatisfied I think I personally overcompensated and wore revealing clothes. This is my personal experience. I am not Jewish but I greatly appreciate this video💕
I am a Torah observant follower of Yeshua and just starting to learn about head covering. I have ordered from Wrapunzel and am awaiting my goodies! Do you fully cover your hair based on tradition? I am not aware of Torah saying to cover all hair!
Great video! I really liked the way you spoke about figuring out personal limits and deciding whether your clothing and appearance portray to the world who you really are. I've definitely had days where I felt uncomfortable in my clothing even when it "met" all of my guidelines and I couldn't really figure out why. Thank you for this message!
Being raised as a Yeshua believer modesty has always been important to me, even when mocked publicly. For me I wear a tichel mostly and various hats, sleeves must come to the top of my elbow at minimum but I prefer to my wrists and my dresses/skirts always come to my ankles. If out hiking or playing sports skirts must be below my knees with leggings underneath. No cleavage is allowed to show at all and at lowest shows my collarbone. I appreciate modesty in every aspect, and I love how you touch on the difference between winking vs feeling beautiful, so overlooked by many.
Thank you for the video I agree with you and feel if more women dressed modestly men would be gentle men towards us. What we present to the world is what we women are getting back. I have experienced the differences in both sides of modest and what I call casual every day dress which is not modest. I’ve gone shopping casually dressed not one man open the door. I’ve gone modestly dressed with head covered they couldn’t wait to open the door wherever I went. My daughter was amazed at the difference. I told her seeing is believing that is why we did this. I wanted her to learn the difference while young and not feel like she was not worth anything, because our hearts can you see and feel the difference of how we are treated by what we appear to be not only on the outside but the inside. She still talks about that day that she saw for herself. She dresses modestly and feels good about her self. She knows she’s worth something more than just a face on the street in a store etc. Add a month ago she had a flat tire and a man stopped and insisted on changing her tire. He said she reminded him of his wife when he saw her. He wanted his wife to be taken care of if it ever happened to her. That was a compliment in my book.
Thankyou so much for making this video. I am an apostolic Christian, modesty is very important to me. I love these pointers and it helps me to think and be more careful with what I wear
LIKEX10. I recently was able to get a new wardrobe (after like 15 yrs of savers smhl) and it mostly consisted of maxi skirts and long sleeves. The long sleeves because I live in the desert, drive a jeep and sunburn easily. The comment you made about about feeling like dancing in your clothes is exactly how I feel in my long skirts. Usually I'd look like a field worker in leftover cargo pants and old mens shirts. I'll wear some shorts to sleep in, and still have a few pairs of pants in the closet, but I can't see them coming out unless I have some serious pole digging and fencing to do.
Love this video & totally agree! I am a Torah observant believer in Yahshua & have felt led to cover my hair after doing much study on the subject. I am hoping to find styles of covering that are complimentary to my face & age (53). The tight around the face styles draw too much attention to my (starting to sag) jawline & older neck but they are perfect for most women! Wish I had found these styles when I was in my 30's as they are modest & beautiful!
+Ginger Walker We find that head scarves can work for all ages, but do understand your struggle, Ginger. In fact, it is such a frequent question that we dedicated a blog post to the topic, which you can find here: wrapunzel.wordpress.com/2015/06/02/wrapping-is-beautiful-at-any-age/. We also have a video addressing finding the right tichel for your face shape here: th-cam.com/video/QDxPuo5ZM7c/w-d-xo.html. Our apologies for the delayed response and we hope those can be helpful for you!
Wrapunzel truly is a remarkable resource, and I want to thank all of those involved with this project; by watching the videos I have learned a great deal which has helped me in everyday life. Watching this, I feel sad, though... I recently lost nearly all of my clothing (after finally obtaining enough to create an actual modest wardrobe) and am struggling to find the money to get new ones. It's frustrating, because while I can still cover my head, it seems almost pointless to do so when wearing trousers and short sleeves... Plus, it feels awfully uncomfortable, as if I'm wearing next to nothing.
this is such an encouraging video! thank you, Andrea. as noahide, I find it can be even more important to set boundaries, since I don't live in community where modestly is a norm. even before my family began our noahide path, I had convictions about modesty, but over time I have found myself getting lax. no longer was I making sure my collarbone was covered, no longer was I being careful to make sure my shirt wasn't see through, etc. recently, though, my dad and I have begun attending a conservative shul on shabbat, and when I did I was appalled to discover how few of my shirts were appropriate. I'm finding now that "would I wear this to shul?" helps me keep to my guidelines so much better, and when I'm shopping I am specifically making sure that I would be willing to wear anything I'm buying to shul. anyway, I just wanted to thank you for this video, which I happen to be watching right when I need it the most. Baruch HaShem. shalom to you and may you be blessed for everything you are doing in the community you have made.
I just came across this video (and I love your videos, your creations, your business) and I must so complement you. You haven't changed a bit, still as youth-/beautiful as all these years ago. I am a traditional Catholic lady modest dress is a must to me, not because my priest/church forces this upon me, eventhough we have "dress rules" in church but just as you, dressing modestly is what I chose to do and obviously I want to humble myself to God Almighty! You and your team are beautiful ladies may our heavenly father bless all of you! 🙏🏻✝️🌿🌹
This is so very thought provoking. It feels like a reclaiming. Thank you for empowering us. I love the reflection and looking in to decide exactly how you want to be. Pumping the breaks and taking a pause to sort those thoughts and feelings out.
What about lipsticks? I don't want to use them, because too red lipsticks cause too much attention to the lips... In Finland the weather is most of the time cold so we have to cover our bodies well. I have kisui rosh totally covering my ears, loose shirts up to wrists and really loose skirts till anckles. Modesty is the highest value for a woman and the level Hashem wants us all to be no matter where we come from 🧡
ein sehr tolles Video, ich habe ständig versucht jemand zu sein der ich nicht bin. Jetzt mit Mitte Fünfzig, dünnem Haar und Krankheitsbedingtem Übergewicht versuche ich das nicht mehr.Kleidung , Haar bedecken etc. entscheide ich jetzt nach meinem Gefühl. Und seitdem fühle ich mich endlich "Richtig".🐞
I have gotten those government checks and was able to buy new clothes and a new feeling of self. Now I feel so comfortable it's amazing. Thank you so very much, being honest is being free.
Very good way of putting it, it is a perfect place to start. And as people learn and grow (like in our church people are at all different levels of learning and understanding of Yeshua) they will come back to the basics and perhaps meditate on them and make new decisions. Modesty makes me feel very feminine and I've noticed men act more gentlemanly around me instead of rudely. I also feel content.
I looked at your site. The tichels are just gorgeous. Do you have a recommendation on a site for dresses? Very modest and nothing flashy. To tell you the truth, I'd like to find something with a waist as I'm large on top and if I wear an A-line dress, it looks like I'm "that big" all the way down.
I can agree that it is very difficult, im coming from the perspective of a Torah observant Christian and I'd really like to encourage modest dressing. I'm a teenager, im 18 and it's really not something you do to stand out its more to be obedient to God and understand that nowadays your heart won't be to stand out, but you definitely will because modest can be seen from a worldly view as very taboo and im very much okay with that. I feel it should definitely be something you do to understand the father better as his daughter.
Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm a Christian but I don't cover because of any particular doctrine. (There is a verse in the New Testament in 1 Corinthians that mentions head covering, but that is a widely debated topic amongst Christians and many Christians today do not cover.) I cover my head and body because I want to be defined by something other than those things. I have really frizzy, thick hair (like Merida in Brave) and in high school I was teased by other kids in my church youth group because my hair wasn't straight. I spent so much time and money straightening it. But I got so tired of doing that, and i realized that that isn't what church and life are supposed to be about.
As for modesty guidelines, I don't show my shoulders, cleavage, or knees. I will wear pants or leggings if my bum is covered by a tunic sweater or top. I have health issues that make me very sensitive to extreme temperatures so I've had to factor that in. Someone else might be offended that i will wear short sleeves, but I figure it's better to offend someone than to pass out because I'm too hot!
I'm a pagan teenager, and I have always loved modest clothing, I created my boundaries when I was about 14, Almost everything I wear cover my ankles, I try to keep my cleavage covered and as of recently I have been trying to keep everything to my wrists, and I keep my hair covered as well. I have never felt so confident in my life. I feel beautiful, I feel creative, I feel focused and I feel calm etc in my veils, over all I know some people are empowered by shorts and crop tops and high heeled shoes but I am empowered by floor length dresses and skirts and warm wrist length shirts and flowy headscarves. I feel like I am showing dedication to the higher power I believe in and I feel beautiful, I think that as a teenager my job is not to be sexy, my job is to work on building the person I want to be and building my future, and I feel like modestly dressing is a thing that helps me focus, I feel beautiful and I am physically comfortable. I love your channel overall I have been a fan of it for quite some time and I adore this video, Sending lots of love and Blessings to you
Shalom.
I am so happy that I found you all . I have recently lost my hair due to auto immune disease , and it's been a bit of a challenge for me . I always dressed and did my hair in late 1930's -early 1940's style , and when I started losing my hair , I felt like I was almost losing my identity in a way , as silly as that sounds . Social media and movies and television can put a lot of pressure on todays ladies to look and dress a certain way . My clothing have always been quite modest , because I loved the styles of the past the best . It is just what I felt most comfortable in , but I was lost as to what to do about my balding head ... until I discovered your site and channel . Since I've started wrapping my head , I just feel so much better . I don't have to worry about my hair loss anymore , or people staring and I actually feel comforted by the head wraps . They are like a warm hug around my patchy head. And the beautiful wraps make me feel feminine again , since losing my hair . Thank you Wrapunzel from this Canadian Maritimer
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Love this as a Christian I'm on a deeper journey I've recently started doing head covering and trying to dress more modest I love the videos
I really enjoyed this video. I love Wrapunzel. I am on my Jewish journey. I am so excited about learning Torah.
Thank you so much for explaining this "standard" we women can live by, that is honoring to our Creator, and respectful to the world around us. As a Torah observant woman who considers herself grafted in, this was very helpful.
This is such a good message! Though it's being applied to modesty it's so much more than that. Some of my clothes I bought because they're so cute or because they're comfortable to wear because of the fabric, but I put them on and I don't feel like me at all. Sometimes I also dress how people expect me to because, as a kid and teen and in my 20s I had a more eccentric style and I just don't like hearing the weird comments about how I'm suddenly dressing completely differently. I know I have to block out those thoughts and dress how I feel is right for me and how I want to present myself and eventually others will become used to it and stop talking.
Thank you for being so candid. I am not of a common belief system. I choose to follow some guidelines of modesty for myself and my marriage. Also, I have kids and want to represent myself for them, as well. I don't always cover my hair completely, but I do have my own guidelines. I am so glad that you always speak so inclusive and honestly. Thank you! And, I love Wrapunzel!
Love this video!! I am not religious, tho I do call myself Pagan as it's something I feel fits me the best!! I am thinking of covering my hair and dressing modestly mainly for me. I am looking to get back choice. By this mean I had a baby girl 6 months ago it was traumatic as I ended up having an emergancy c section, not what I'd planned and I had to have others make my choices for me! So I feel I need to get back a bit of me and the control I wasn't able to have!!
+Samantha Sutherland Thank you for sharing that with us, Samantha! Our community is full of women who choose to embrace modesty for an infinite number of reasons (many of whom are not even religious at all) so you are not alone! Are you a member of our fangroup on Facebook? If you're looking for online support, there a numerous Pagan wrappers who post there frequently and you would, no doubt, be welcomed with open arms!
:) Yup I am a member of the facebook group, been reading the page mostly tho I feel a bit more ready to join in on the page :) xx
I know you posted this two years ago but I just wanted to say you stuck my heart sharing your emergency c-section story. I can relate so deeply to your experience as my first daughter was born in the same manner 6 years ago.
I truly hope you have regained some sense of control now :-) keep going gently xx
Me, too. I am also pagan, but have been called to veil, as it were. I feel more confident and self-aware. I feel like I am more myself when I dress modest, though I do stand out. My husband, for whatever reason, thinks it is so becoming when I wear dresses and a tichel style covering. It is so nice.
Shalom! As someone who was adopted by a Jewish family 20+years ago, and i was never pushed in any direction regarding spirituality. Now im a married mother of 3 children. 3 years ago my medically complicated child had an exponentially larger medical emergency and i started to find faith, alone that day with my tears in the Children's hospital's chapel when i picked up the Torah. I have been studying Torah ever since, with my mom's blessings and great joy. I have noticed such a change in my children and myself, (even my stubborn husband!) Recently as ihave adopted as many Jewish laws in my home and life and covering my head felt like the next step. Ihad no idea how to go about it but ifound your videos and have a friend who's a big wrapunzel fan.
Many thanks for your thoughtful videos and explanations.
You have such a beautiful and loving spirit! I really enjoy the perspective you share in these types of videos.
I think the best thing I invested in when I started covering, crop tops!
you can get long sleeved, mid length, or t shirt style. I bought crop tops because it meant I didn't have a double layer of fabric on my bad on stomach so didn't boil in the heat!
it also meant I could spent £20 on a few crop tops from eBay, and not have to throw out and buy a load of clothes!
you can also cut long sleeved/t shirts, to just under your bra line if you have them around or find them cheaper than crop tops. you can still carrying on wearing your clothes but stay modest. x
Great idea!
That is a wonderful idea!
Love this. As a Catholic 60 something this is much appreciated.
Good morning, it's funny I should come upon this particular video today as I just started toning down my "make up" routine, in fact, some foundation, a little mascara and some blush and I'm not "winking" at myself anymore, just looking pure and beautiful. God sees us as beautiful, what we are on the inside is what we reflect on the outside. Thank you for this video, mush appreciated.
I never thought of clothing like this. Thank you!
The Lord is so Good! I was Just thinking how fun it would be to hear your thoughts on modesty.. and here is this video when I was searching for a different subject all together! :)
Love this how we each need to dress to bring out our personality. Wear what makes you feel you.
I am an older woman who recently lost her beloved husband to illness. I have always dressed business-like, in professional style. At home, when not working, I dressed comfortably (we lived in a rural, farmland area). Since my husband's death and my retirement, I find myself unsure about how to present myself. I am a Catholic, and the Bible is very specific on dressing for both men and women, modesty being key and gender specific. Now that I have much more time for worship, I find an absolute need to adhere more to scripture re: dress, especially with covering the head. There is definitely a difference between dressing attractively and dressing to attract. As a widow, I have no need to attract, but I do want to dress attractively so as not to confuse anyone of my status (remaining a widow). Thank you for your beautiful videos!
This was a lovely and unique discussion on the central piece of modesty Andrea thank you.
Where do you buy your clothes from? Or do you make your own clothes? My wardrobe is more modest than it was several years ago, but it's not where I want it to be yet. My family is on a tight budget, and I spend very little on clothing for myself. (I shop at a consignment store twice a year and get only a few new items.) What are your recommendations for acquiring new, modest clothing on a limited budget? I have a sewing machine, but have not learned how to make my own clothes.
Thank you for this video. It really spoke to me and gave me a lot of personal revelation. 😊🙏🏽🌷
just curious how come makeup n jewelry aren’t considered vanity... very good video though! thanks for sharing
Karlina I’m new here but I can see it’s not about vanity...it’s mainly about modes...the two have different meanings.
What is your opinion on heels and makeup?
veronica rodriguez we can’t wear makeup and heels because the boys lust in us
Very beautifully said on such a delicate subject for so many. Do you know of any online stores that sell tops with higher necklines for larger women? I suppose I could go to a local store, but most tops for women have lower cuts and the alternative is men's t-shirts which i don't appreciate as I like to look more feminine.
yes, thank you! so tough to find fun tops for large women.
+YAHUSHUASwarrior1442 I get layering shells here: www.shellsheli.com/Plus_Size_Shells_s/1978.htm They go up to 3X.
Any ideas on where to get 5X?
+Krista Kubie www.junees.com/collections/junee-me-plus-size-tops-layering-shells Some of those seem to go up to 4 X. They are supposed to be pretty snug for layering, so that might work.
Krista Kubie holy Clothing company do 5x
Thank you so much. At 66 for all these years I have rarely feel like myself when I've dressed. It seems you have freed me. I can cover my hair I can be different. I don't wear dresses because I'm very very huge and then I look like I'm wearing a tent. Oh what can I do? Years ago I wore long flowy dresses with slacks under. Now what?
This might sound silly but there are amazing personal stylist out there. You can meet with them and explain what you want and they can help you find what you need. Also you can find someone that can see and find the best pattern for you and have some dresses made. Good luck
Just found your channel. I loved what you had to say here, thank you for sharing xx
Thank you so much for this video
Great advise. Love you
I love this video, your right, what u put on does reflect who you are. Also you are a very beautiful woman, you said that as a woman we have to ask ourself is this who I am when deciding what to wear, does that apply to makeup? Is makeup modest or is it telling our creator "you made a mistake, my lips are supposed to be red or pink, my eye brows are supposed to be thinner, I have to fix your mistakes with makeup"
I have always had short hair. I consider myself a "short hair girl". Its easier and suits me but for the past few years I keep revisiting these verses and the idea of hard covering and modesty. My husband.d loves my hair short. In fact I grew it to my shoulders and just recently cut it because he didn't like it that long. I'm in a pickle.
Where do you buy your modest clothes? I've looked, but can't find much of anything I like.
Hi, Sara! That's a great question! It somewhat depends on where you live and what kinds of stores are available to you. We've had a lot of luck at thrift stores where you'll find quite a diverse selection of styles, including skirts. Another thing we Wrapunzel Ladies do a lot is where long sleeved t-shirts underneath our tops or dresses that are short-sleeved or sleeveless. We hope this helps! Good luck!
where do you buy modest clothing?
Chrystal Frost Ross stores usually carry quite a few dresses, shirts that can be layered or undershirts for under the dresses. Also H&M has some nice choices. I've gotten many long skirts (no slit) from the thrift stores and Amazon has some decent deals on various shirts: 3/4 length sleeves, shrugs for layering and skirts.
Koshercasual.com is a great place.
I also dress modesty
Thank You! I am a Russian Orthodox Christian and I very much appreciate the message in this video. I cover my hair daily, I wear long skirts and tops with long sleeves, and I feel this gives me my God-given womanly dignity.
I’m Torah observant too but believe in Yeshua I just struggle with listening to my husband etc. because he wants me to not dress too conservative and tells me to uncover etc. when we go places. He doesn’t understand and I’ve come to love headcovering
We have always lived in a "physical world". Most women carry such shame and guilt about their bodies and sexual powers. It's really unfortunate. To me, these limits just represent the need for humans to be controlled externally and by men's ideals. I'm only being honest here; I really don't understand or relate this need to cover or hide what is natural.
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Greetings Andrea
I hope you can do a video about how to wear makeup if that person decides to wear it. I have come across some women, and these mixture of women some are Jewish that has on way to much, I very surprised because who they are. No woman should wear that much makeup, it makes them look like a Harlot. For me I used to wear make but that much, now my way of living is for
Yeshua Ha'Mashiach is to be modest all the way around. I don't even wear perfume, nor do I wear the lotion that has a perfume smell in it anymore, just soap and water. My thing is that I do not want to draw any man attention at all. I am not married, and never been married...it's not that I don't want to be it just did not happen for me, and I am definitely 💯Okay with it. All honesty I am married to Yeshua, you may not understand how I can say that, but if you knew me on a personal level, and we have been in each other company then you would understand why I can say that. You know how your husband is the head over you, well Yeshua is the head over me. That's the best way I can explain why I say Yeshua is my husband.
~Shalom!~🤍
10.2.2023
Indian Jewish style....?
What's your opinion on girls wearing loose jeans??
I want to add you on facebook. we need to be friends lol
I am a Christian, and started head covering last year. Thank you for this video.
Love, love, love this video! Boundaries are so important - not just in the way you dress, but in life in general. My boundaries have definitely changed as I've gotten older. I would never wear today things I had no problem with when I was younger. I guess with age comes wisdom!
Love this video... I'm Christian and I'm embarking on a journey of dressing modestly. Thanks for your insight.
+Yeshua'sDaughter You're so welcome!
@prettygirljamie1
My dear if you are truly walking in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach then the Holy Spirit will teach you how to dress, and how to live a Holy lifestyle...i say this because the Holy Spirit taught me.
~Shalom!~
10.2.2023
I am a Torah observant Christian and your videos are an absolute BLESSING to me. THANK YOU ❣️
I've always loved to dress modestly because I think it is beautiful . I've recently began to cover my head because it is more of a spiritual calling. I love your wrap tutorials and I love this video. Thank you so much for sharing your insight on this topic with the wrapunzel community. God bless you always.
You are a very wise woman. Thank you so much for sharing your walk with us. I've always loved covering my hair, although I wasn't brought up in a culture that promotes headcovering. This is an area I'm currently studying in light of the Scriptures. It gives me so much joy to learn from your journey! May the Almighty bless you tremendously. Shalom
Get in touch with your instinct and intuition. I agree, thank you.
You are right about the posing and winking, etc....doing that sort of posing is indicative of being over the top with yourself for the world. Time to tone down and be not a vixen but a gracious lady...don't you agree?
I've been convicted on some of my wardrobe for several months now. I've cleared much of it out already, but I feel overwhelmed in trying to replace it all. After watching this, I feel I'm ready to just let those things I'm holding on to go. (AKA="skinny jeans")😃
I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one out there in the world that has winked at myself in the mirror before (haven't done that for a long time either...........and think it is because I've stepped up greately how modest I dress!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)................there was days I pretty well went on a date with myself while standing in front of the mirror hahahahahhahah for reals though : )
+barbieandgiget that is so funny....and I too do the stances and poses....must learn to tone it down!
+barbieandgiget your comment on going on a date with yourself is really funny....lol!!!
Appreciate you explaining modesty according to Torah - have sensitivity to wigs ,nylon and wool - tichels are just great to do -really like this video - Todah .Torah observant Jewish woman .
Beautiful words of wisdom .
I believe as a Christian I want to be dressed and prepared to meet my Lord and King.
@Stacy Ramirez ....you won’t be meeting jc penny.
Amen sister, me too!
i can see why sometimes troubles can be blessings, i was born with a heart condition that meant many surgeries and scars up my chest and also being naturally sort of conservative and prudent i have therefore always kept my tshirts modest, with the shirt collars always being at or above my collar bones. ive always worn pants tho and am looking to start attending an orthodox christian church and im gonna have to learn to adopt skirts/dresses and head coverings at least for services.
I really like these videos where you speak from your heart about why you dress or wrap a tichel in order to be you. honestly I wish I had learned from you when I was so much younger it may have kept me from a life of sadness. however, you inspire me to start being me at 58 years old. that is not an easy thing to do since teaching old dogs new tricks is a challenge. you do inspire me to try, though.
It's never too late! We wish you the best of luck on your journey!!!
its such a great video, im getting close to hashem and I dont have a women guide with experience and im so happy to found your videos :) thank you
+hila hoop You're welcome, Hila! So glad you've found us! :)
love this video. I only recently started dressing modestly and this was such great information and help. when you said we know deep down if how were dressing is who we are that really resonated with me thank you
Thanks for sharing. As a Christian the Bible teaches me about true beauty and modesty. I love how you said "what I want to bring to the world." God bless you.
So good and extremely important content. I’m so glad I have made peace with my body at my age. Now I desire to cover it more and protect it for myself. When I was unsatisfied I think I personally overcompensated and wore revealing clothes. This is my personal experience. I am not Jewish but I greatly appreciate this video💕
I am a Torah observant follower of Yeshua and just starting to learn about head covering. I have ordered from Wrapunzel and am awaiting my goodies! Do you fully cover your hair based on tradition? I am not aware of Torah saying to cover all hair!
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Blessings, sister! A fellow Messianic Orthodox Jew
Shalom! I am torah observant messianic jew ( I am new in this, that is called baal teshuva ) and I thank you sister for your lovely videos.
Welcome! We're so glad to meet you!
@Proper gun Jah ...there’s no such thing as a Torah observant idol worshipper.
@@TorahisthetruthPsalms Yeshua is the living Tora!
@Mel W ...hey idol worshipper, NO he’s not.
The video might be 8 years old, but the message is still very relevant today.
Great video! I really liked the way you spoke about figuring out personal limits and deciding whether your clothing and appearance portray to the world who you really are. I've definitely had days where I felt uncomfortable in my clothing even when it "met" all of my guidelines and I couldn't really figure out why. Thank you for this message!
Being raised as a Yeshua believer modesty has always been important to me, even when mocked publicly. For me I wear a tichel mostly and various hats, sleeves must come to the top of my elbow at minimum but I prefer to my wrists and my dresses/skirts always come to my ankles. If out hiking or playing sports skirts must be below my knees with leggings underneath. No cleavage is allowed to show at all and at lowest shows my collarbone. I appreciate modesty in every aspect, and I love how you touch on the difference between winking vs feeling beautiful, so overlooked by many.
Thank you for the video I agree with you and feel if more women dressed modestly men would be gentle men towards us. What we present to the world is what we women are getting back. I have experienced the differences in both sides of modest and what I call casual every day dress which is not modest. I’ve gone shopping casually dressed not one man open the door. I’ve gone modestly dressed with head covered they couldn’t wait to open the door wherever I went. My daughter was amazed at the difference. I told her seeing is believing that is why we did this. I wanted her to learn the difference while young and not feel like she was not worth anything, because our hearts can you see and feel the difference of how we are treated by what we appear to be not only on the outside but the inside. She still talks about that day that she saw for herself. She dresses modestly and feels good about her self. She knows she’s worth something more than just a face on the street in a store etc.
Add a month ago she had a flat tire and a man stopped and insisted on changing her tire. He said she reminded him of his wife when he saw her. He wanted his wife to be taken care of if it ever happened to her. That was a compliment in my book.
I love this thank you for posting!
Thankyou so much for making this video. I am an apostolic Christian, modesty is very important to me. I love these pointers and it helps me to think and be more careful with what I wear
LIKEX10. I recently was able to get a new wardrobe (after like 15 yrs of savers smhl) and it mostly consisted of maxi skirts and long sleeves. The long sleeves because I live in the desert, drive a jeep and sunburn easily. The comment you made about about feeling like dancing in your clothes is exactly how I feel in my long skirts. Usually I'd look like a field worker in leftover cargo pants and old mens shirts. I'll wear some shorts to sleep in, and still have a few pairs of pants in the closet, but I can't see them coming out unless I have some serious pole digging and fencing to do.
where do we get the "halacha" to cover our collarbone ?
Love this video & totally agree! I am a Torah observant believer in Yahshua & have felt led to cover my hair after doing much study on the subject. I am hoping to find styles of covering that are complimentary to my face & age (53). The tight around the face styles draw too much attention to my (starting to sag) jawline & older neck but they are perfect for most women! Wish I had found these styles when I was in my 30's as they are modest & beautiful!
+Ginger Walker We find that head scarves can work for all ages, but do understand your struggle, Ginger. In fact, it is such a frequent question that we dedicated a blog post to the topic, which you can find here: wrapunzel.wordpress.com/2015/06/02/wrapping-is-beautiful-at-any-age/. We also have a video addressing finding the right tichel for your face shape here: th-cam.com/video/QDxPuo5ZM7c/w-d-xo.html. Our apologies for the delayed response and we hope those can be helpful for you!
BLUE MOON of KENTUCKY yes! Me too tight head scarves really exaggerate jaw lines. Looks hideous on me
I am about to turn 59 and trying to figure out what looks flattering for me also!
BLUE MOON of KENTUCKY
Shalom and blessings, sister! From a fellow Messianic Orthodox Jew.
Wrapunzel truly is a remarkable resource, and I want to thank all of those involved with this project; by watching the videos I have learned a great deal which has helped me in everyday life.
Watching this, I feel sad, though... I recently lost nearly all of my clothing (after finally obtaining enough to create an actual modest wardrobe) and am struggling to find the money to get new ones.
It's frustrating, because while I can still cover my head, it seems almost pointless to do so when wearing trousers and short sleeves... Plus, it feels awfully uncomfortable, as if I'm wearing next to nothing.
I really love how you don't knock down other women's choice with which style of head covering they choose. Very mature and respectful
It's great to see that women are promoting modest dress and headcovering in other faiths.
this is such an encouraging video! thank you, Andrea. as noahide, I find it can be even more important to set boundaries, since I don't live in community where modestly is a norm. even before my family began our noahide path, I had convictions about modesty, but over time I have found myself getting lax. no longer was I making sure my collarbone was covered, no longer was I being careful to make sure my shirt wasn't see through, etc. recently, though, my dad and I have begun attending a conservative shul on shabbat, and when I did I was appalled to discover how few of my shirts were appropriate. I'm finding now that "would I wear this to shul?" helps me keep to my guidelines so much better, and when I'm shopping I am specifically making sure that I would be willing to wear anything I'm buying to shul. anyway, I just wanted to thank you for this video, which I happen to be watching right when I need it the most. Baruch HaShem. shalom to you and may you be blessed for everything you are doing in the community you have made.
It's a fine topic and a lovely video...wish I could have seen more of your tichel and headband...maybe next time!
I just came across this video (and I love your videos, your creations, your business) and I must so complement you. You haven't changed a bit, still as youth-/beautiful as all these years ago. I am a traditional Catholic lady modest dress is a must to me, not because my priest/church forces this upon me, eventhough we have "dress rules" in church but just as you, dressing modestly is what I chose to do and obviously I want to humble myself to God Almighty!
You and your team are beautiful ladies may our heavenly father bless all of you! 🙏🏻✝️🌿🌹
This is so very thought provoking. It feels like a reclaiming. Thank you for empowering us. I love the reflection and looking in to decide exactly how you want to be. Pumping the breaks and taking a pause to sort those thoughts and feelings out.
I really appreciate this video. What a great and kind way to explain modesty.
What about lipsticks? I don't want to use them, because too red lipsticks cause too much attention to the lips... In Finland the weather is most of the time cold so we have to cover our bodies well. I have kisui rosh totally covering my ears, loose shirts up to wrists and really loose skirts till anckles. Modesty is the highest value for a woman and the level Hashem wants us all to be no matter where we come from 🧡
I am muslim girl☺️☺️watching traditional dress of every religion
I just want to know..what about pubic hair??? Like what if it is curly? Flame thrower?
Best video on the web. Thank you🌿❤️
It's better than dressing with dishonesty
Elbows and knees are kinda nobby and ugly, so yea I like to cover them
as a jew, are you allowed do wear pants, like modest muslim women do for example?
ein sehr tolles Video, ich habe ständig versucht jemand zu sein der ich nicht bin. Jetzt mit Mitte Fünfzig, dünnem Haar und Krankheitsbedingtem Übergewicht versuche ich das nicht mehr.Kleidung , Haar bedecken etc. entscheide ich jetzt nach meinem Gefühl. Und seitdem fühle ich mich endlich "Richtig".🐞
I love your videos! I learn so much from you!
Thank you so much for posting this. I found this video very informative and very helpful.
So glad you benefited from this video, Melitta!
I believe that our clothing should bring honor to G-D
Thank You.
תודה רבה
Thank you for this dear one
Very interesting…
I honor your choices
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I have gotten those government checks and was able to buy new clothes and a new feeling of self. Now I feel so comfortable it's amazing. Thank you so very much, being honest is being free.
Thanks to you I have found myself
Love the knowledge, and she's beautiful, I just started wearing head wraps as a spiritual covering and I'm learning more and more.
Very good way of putting it, it is a perfect place to start. And as people learn and grow (like in our church people are at all different levels of learning and understanding of Yeshua) they will come back to the basics and perhaps meditate on them and make new decisions. Modesty makes me feel very feminine and I've noticed men act more gentlemanly around me instead of rudely. I also feel content.
I looked at your site. The tichels are just gorgeous. Do you have a recommendation on a site for dresses? Very modest and nothing flashy. To tell you the truth, I'd like to find something with a waist as I'm large on top and if I wear an A-line dress, it looks like I'm "that big" all the way down.
I can agree that it is very difficult, im coming from the perspective of a Torah observant Christian and I'd really like to encourage modest dressing. I'm a teenager, im 18 and it's really not something you do to stand out its more to be obedient to God and understand that nowadays your heart won't be to stand out, but you definitely will because modest can be seen from a worldly view as very taboo and im very much okay with that. I feel it should definitely be something you do to understand the father better as his daughter.
Wow. Just wow. This was amazing and very thought-provoking. I’m going to need to sit on this one for a bit. Thank you, thank you, thank you.