Long hair and ponytails are definitely out this summer - though a dab of gel is acceptable, according to the country's morality police. And a beard is no longer required as a symbol of political and religious correctness.
A photographic catalogue of permissible 'Islamic' hairstyles is to be published and promoted later this month at the 'Modesty and Veil Festival'. Iran’s dour Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has given the project its vital seal of approval.
'The proposed styles are inspired by Iranians’ complexion, culture, religion and Islamic law,' said Jaleh Khodayar, the festival’s female organiser. [MailOnline] Read more
