The Ruling on a Woman Wearing Revealing Clothing

Question : She says: Regarding the open chest area in a woman’s clothing and the short sleeve, is there anything wrong with that, O Shaykh?

Answer : Women displaying their adornment is wrong, and it opens the door to evil. It is better for women to cover up, as it is further from fitnah (trial, discord or temptation) and closer to the taqwa (mindfulness of Allah) of Allah, Mighty and Majestic. Allah, Mighty and Majestic, said to the women: “O wives of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), do not be soft in speech…”