The Kardashians Should Take a Cue From These Modestly Dressed Stars

In a world where the Kardashians seem to strip off their clothes any chance they get, we thought we'd switch gears for a moment and talk about the ladies who actually like covering up. The ones who dress modestly on the red carpet, in outfit-inspiring blog posts, and in their everyday lives, proving that it doesn't take a crop top to make you sexy — sometimes, all you need is a crewneck dress and an unmatched amount of confidence to turn heads.

So if you're not willing to bare it all in a low-cut, thigh-slitted something, gather some inspiration from the following stars and fashion influencers who prove that modest really is hottest. Sorry, Kim.

Angelina Jolie
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Angelina Jolie

Angelina may have had a wild youth, but the mother of six has definitely toned down her style in recent years. Aside from the occasional peek-a-boo leg, she keeps things pretty tame on the red carpet, rocking gowns rather than LBDs.

Amal Alamuddin
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Amal Alamuddin

Power woman Amal would never fall victim to a wardrobe malfunction. One of our favorite outfits ever worn by Mrs. Clooney? This structured jumpsuit, which she expertly paired with a sun hat.

Haute Hijab
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Haute Hijab

Melanie Elturk, CEO of Haute Hijab, is like most other bloggers, posting photos of fashion-forward outfits, but doesn't abandon her religious views, pairing every look with a pretty (sometimes printed) hijab.

Taylor Swift
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Taylor Swift

The biggest wardrobe-related controversy this star has seen in recent history is showing her belly button. It's pretty safe to say Taylor always keeps it classic and never wears anything too racy.

Kate Middleton
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Kate Middleton

Sure she's worn some looks that the Queen wouldn't approve of, but once she became royalty, Kate's style matured. She's the epitome of a princess if we've ever seen one.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen
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Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

The twin designer duo is now famous for their baggy, layered style. We haven't seen them show tons of skin in years, but their conservative choices haven't stopped them from becoming style icons.

Emma Stone
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Emma Stone

From structured pants to full skirts, Emma Stone's style makes us think she was born in the wrong decade — and that's a good thing. We don't know if we've ever seen this star in something too out there, and she's definitely someone we look to for outfit inspiration.

Shailene Woodley
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Shailene Woodley

Shailene's admitted to tanning her lady bits in the privacy of her own home, but in public, the actress is all about the long hemlines and more casual looks.

Kate Bosworth
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Kate Bosworth

This darling Red Valentino dress is just one example of Kate's signature, ladylike style, which includes long gowns, shift dresses, and high necklines.

Days of Chandler
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Days of Chandler

Chandler is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoys rocking feminine — not provocative — looks on her blog.

Maggie Gyllenhaal
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Maggie Gyllenhaal

While some stars may prefer body-hugging dresses to highlight their curves, Maggie loves a good loose-fitting style, leaving a bit more to the imagination.

Marion Cotillard
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Marion Cotillard

We'd be shocked if the face of Dior showed up anywhere in a sexy, cutout dress. Even her downtime, Marion looks appropriate, going as far as to rock a feminine leopard cape at the airport.

Katie Holmes
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Katie Holmes

The actress has somehow found the sweet spot when it comes to showing skin. She shows just enough to keep things spicy but overall remains covered up and classy.

Olivia Palermo
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Olivia Palermo

Olivia is known for her clothes and killer style — not for flaunting her body — which is part of her appeal. Even in the Summer, she balances out short shorts with a full-coverage top.

Victoria Beckham
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Victoria Beckham

Gone are the microminis of her Spice Girl days and in their place? Tailored pants and structured blazers. This designer definitely knows how to work the professional look.

Alexa Chung
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Alexa Chung

Alexa has a thing for denim, as evidenced by her AG collaboration, but even when she trades in her jeans for something a bit fancier, it's never showy. We love this all-white look she wore to the British Fashion Awards Nominees' Dinner back in November.

Sadie Robertson
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Sadie Robertson

During her stint on Dancing With the Stars, the teen refused to wear anything too provocative. Sadie also has a line of more modest prom dresses with Sherri Hill, for girls who want an alternative to the revealing dress.

Leandra Medine
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Leandra Medine

If you've ever read Leandra's book, Man Repeller: Seeking Love. Finding Overalls., you'll know she grew up in a religious household and even attended a private Modern Orthodox Jewish prep school in Manhattan. Her style choices are based on what she finds comfortable, which is typically something covered up and not conventionally considered "sexy."

Zooey Deschanel
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Zooey Deschanel

Retro-loving Zooey is all about demure, vintage looks. Just a scroll through her red carpet hits shows she's the queen of fit-and-flare.

Reese Witherspoon
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Reese Witherspoon

We love her red carpet looks, but we're also fan of Reese's all-American style. If she's not buttoned up in a collared shirt, she's seen rocking jeans, long-sleeved shirts, and a pair of boots.