Apart from the sentimental value it holds for Espinal, the mu'umu'u bears cultural significance that's particularly noteworthy. The comfortable piece traces back to the early 19th century, when Christian missionaries in Hawaii influenced native women to wear the silhouette to further cultivate modesty. Hawaiian women adapted a more casual, sleeveless version - the \"holokū\" - for everyday wear, before it was renamed the mu'umu'u. Fast forward to present day, the dress style is still acceptable in Western culture, with it being a go-to purchase for vacations, Hawaiian-themed parties like luaus, and more. And of course, the stars have proudly embraced the mu'umu'u - most recently, Kris Jenner, Oprah Winfrey, and Gayle King were each seen wearing one on a Mallorca getaway.
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Espinal wearing her own speaks to the diversity we need to see more of on reality shows, and is a surefire way to exhibit the fact that modesty is still attractive. During the scene in which she wore it, her partner, Bryan Arenales, complimented her look (despite her labeling it as a \"grandma dress\"). His support proves that you don't always need to show skin to be deemed attractive or desired - especially in the eyes of your romantic partner.
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