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Clothing laws vary considerably around the world. Most clothing laws concern which parts of the body must ''not'' be exposed to view; there are exceptions. These range from strict clothing laws in Islamic countries, or notably nude-favoring customs in certain countries across the globe. Many countries have different laws for men and women. For example, in the United States, Toplessness is in many cases allowed for men but not women. Cross-dressing is in some areas specifically illegal, especially a man wearing women's clothing. INTERNATIONAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS Laws by countries Legally, clothing laws are as follows: Laws and customs There are many specific circumstances where body parts have to be covered, often for safety or sanitary reasons. In many countries, while something is formally legal, it may still be frowned upon by most people. In Sweden it is not illegal for a man to go shirtless around town, but most men would still never do it, even if it is just as natural for them to go without a shirt on the beach. In some Islamic Countries , women must conceal almost their entire bodies (see Hijab ). Several areas in Israel , notably Jerusalem , have dress codes out of respect for the customs and practices of Charedi Jews ; indeed, many sects of Torah Judaism have a code of modesty for both sexes, designed to focus on inner beauty and de-emphasize the physical. Other countries follow the opposite. In Denmark , Public Nudity is legal on most beaches. Papua New Guinea customs allow wearing only a Penis Sheath , which is both common and legal. Increasingly in the United Kingdom , places will not admit people based on various Dress Code s. Banks will not allow people in who are wearing crash helmets, since that would hide their face and make indentification difficult if a crime were committed. Pubs and bars are increasingly using dress codes which ban items like sportswear or baseball caps in an attempt to exclude particular demographics and reduce the potential for trouble. This has become more problematic and controversial in recent months ( Bluewater , a large and popular shopping centre in Dartford, banned the wearing of hooded tops) as it is seen as a restriction on personal freedom. REFERENCES SEE ALSO
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