Memo to the Menfolk

April 9, 2011

You do not have the right to judge a woman based on what she is wearing.
You do not have the right to call a woman a slut, a whore, or easy because of what she is wearing.
Just because a woman is wearing `revealing` clothing does not mean she wants to sleep with you, nor does it say anything about her character.
A woman in a bar who ignores you is not playing `hard to get`- (see above statement) She`s just not that into you. Fuck off. harassment is not sexy.
Similarly Do not assume that a woman who chooses to dress modestly, a woman who chooses to cover her hair (for whatever reason), is automatically oppressed.
Do not assume that all Muslim women are automatically oppressed, and are in abusive relationships. controlling and abusive men exist across all socioeconomic, racial, religious, and cultural lines.
Do not judge a woman for *not* wearing a mini-skirt, short shorts, tube top, or what have you. She is not automatically fashion challenged, she should not feel forced to wear something that makes her uncomfortable
So, In conclusion
It is NEVER acceptable to judge a woman (or a man, but this post is about women) on what she wears, whether its short shorts, tight jeans, cleavage revealing shirts, or skirts, long shirts, and head coverings. It is none of your business, and it is NEVER acceptable to harass a woman based on what she is wearing, no matter what it is.