Under Islam in the Ottoman Empire, women were able to expand upon a life of free will. No more being locked indoors, nor being trapped into an unloving marriage. Divorce, inheritance, and the ability to go out to provide for her family are all things that are now normal. They were even allowed to buy and sell properties. In fact,...

There was no shortage of women spearheading entertainment during the time of the Ottoman Empire. A couple of these women include the revered Azniv Hrachya and Maryam Goumbassian.

Female fashion in the Ottoman Empire is nothing short of spectacular. These women were show stoppers, regardless of class.