Ibn MasoodDarul Ifta Ibn Masood
Gender-Specific Undergarments
Question
Can a female wear a vest intended for men for the purpose of comfort?
Answer
The wearing of a vest is not gender-specific. Vests are worn by both males and females. Yes, those that are designed specifically for males should only be worn by males and vice-versa.
References (Arabic / Urdu sources)
عقود رسم المفتي
والعرف في الشرع له اعتبار *** لذا عليه الحكم قد يدار
الأشباه والنظائر (القاعدة السادسة)
العادة محكمة
- Answered by
- Mufti Ahmed Saeed
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Yacoob Vally Saheb
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