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Muslim Women Criticize Anne Hathaway for French Double Standards on Modest Swimwear
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First reported by N12 · Jul 1, 2026
What happened
Anne Hathaway's modest swimsuit photos in France have drawn praise but also criticism from Muslim women who face bans for similar attire, highlighting French double standards.
- 01Anne Hathaway wore a full-coverage swimsuit in Saint-Tropez, France, receiving praise and criticism.
- 02Muslim women in France face bans and fines for wearing burkinis on public beaches.
- 03Influencers highlight the hypocrisy of French authorities regarding modest swimwear.
- 04Boutaina Azouaya shared personal exclusion due to hijab and modest swimwear.
- 05Veronica Adali said the issue is the woman wearing the clothing, not the clothing itself.
- 06The controversy follows Hathaway's earlier backlash over using an Arabic phrase in an interview.
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