Replying to questions about appearance and modesty
Question
What should a person reply . If a sister asks if she looks good in this colour , or if she should keep her hair this way or that , but she does not wear a hijab . Also complimenting , non muslims or muslims on their outfit if it is not modest . Thank you for your time .
Islamic Ruling & Answer
VerifiedAvoid exaggeration or unnecessary compliments. You can use polite, general phrases like “It looks fine” or “Your style is nice,” and always keep halal and Islamic limits in mind.
Answered by
Mufti Tosif Qasmi
March 02, 2026
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