Is a woman whose husband has passed away obligated to wear specific clothes during the 'iddah (waiting period), or is she permitted to wear ordinary clothes?
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A woman observing ' (waiting period) is not required to wear specific clothes, but she must avoid clothing that is considered adornment in itself.
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