Have you ever studied the origin of the hijab 'revelation' ? You might be surprised to know that it came about because Mohammed's wives , when he was especially poor, were forced to use an open field as a toilet, and one of his companions, Umar, who'd been unsuccessfully pestering Mohammed to order veiling for a long while , seized an opportunity: to get HIS wish !
Bukhari Volume 1, Book 4, Number 148:
Narrated ‘Aisha: "The wives of the Prophet used to go to an open field to answer the call of nature at night. ‘Umar used to say to the Prophet “Let your wives be veiled,” but Allah’s Apostle would NOT do so. One night Sauda, the wife of the Prophet, went out and, she being a tall lady; ‘Umar said, “I see you, O Sauda! I see you!”.
UMAR said this, as HE desired eagerly that the verses of Al-Hijab may be revealed. So Allah revealed the verses of 'Al-Hijab' "
Can you quite believe how ridiculous the origins are!? Naturally, don't take my word; look it up for yourself direct from the original sources.
The modern 'feminist' arguments for the veil are all retrofits; tailored to make the original, snap decision, seem considered, as though it was planned purely for the benefit of women and nothing to do with keeping strangers from ogling men's possessions!
But, this WAS the original reason; after Mohammed's embarrassment and no doubt anger about his wife being recognised and watched going to the loo (!) ,he gave into to SOMEONE ELSE's wish, and, what do you know? 'allah' magically sent down a suitable verse forthwith. How convenient .