Dress Code in Iran

IRAN DRESS CODE

It doesn’t mean you need to have a tight scarf around your head, in contrast it is rather acceptable for women to allow whips of their hair to frame their face. Body should be covered with loose clothing such as baggy shirts, coats and/or manteau. You can also wear your jeans here in Iran. Iran dress code is just about some tips & simple rules.

Here’s a short summary of what to wear in Iran

For Women:

Color: It’s a completely false belief that Wearing must be dark in Iran. There is no limitation in this respect and we recommend you make sure using light colors in summer.

Head: Hair should be covered. It does not mean you shall have a tight scarf around your head. Don’t worry, it is very usual that some parts remain out of the cover. It’s quite acceptable for women to allow whips of their hair to frame their face. Appropriate hats & caps can do this function as well as scarves.

 Body: Should be covered with loose clothes like man shirt, coat or manteau. Arms should not be bare.


Legs & feet: Legs should be covered down to ankles. Feet can be bare and you can wear sandals. Tight jeans are no problem.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


For Men

There are fewer rules for men, but you should avoid shorts – wear jeans or trousers. T shirts are fine, but

you should avoid sleeveless vests and stick to t shirts or shirts. Iranian men dress smartly, more often than not in shirts.