Muslim Women Criticize Anne Hathaway for French Double Standards on Modest Swimwear

Photos of American actress Anne Hathaway vacationing in Saint-Tropez, France, wearing a full-coverage swimsuit have sparked praise for her sun protection but also anger among Muslim influencers in France. Hathaway's modest swimwear, which has previously been lauded for skin protection, contrasts sharply with the treatment Muslim women face in France, where many report bans, fines, or expulsions from public beaches for wearing burkinis.

Influencer Boutaina Azouaya shared her experience of being barred from joining her daughter at a pool due to her hijab and modest swimwear, highlighting the privilege Hathaway enjoys compared to Muslim women who face restrictions. Another influencer, Veronica Adali, criticized the French authorities' hypocrisy, noting that the issue is not the clothing but the identity of the woman wearing it.

This controversy follows Hathaway's earlier backlash three months ago when she used the Arabic phrase "Inshallah" during a promotional interview for "The Devil Wears Prada 2," which also stirred debate. The current debate underscores ongoing tensions in France over women's dress codes and religious expression in public spaces.