What are some of the possible explanations why female attire in the arabic world has become more restrictive over time? did the custom go beyond the original qur'anic requirements? do other cultures or religions have similar requirements? give examples?

The female attire worn by women in the Arabic world has become more restrictive over time due to the changing societal norms.

There are other cultures that embrace similar requirements.

A good example is The Somali culture in Kenya and Somalia.

Explanation:

Fashion is changing with time, Arabic women attires are designed in such a way that the public cannot see the woman.

Other societal trends embrace attires exactly the opposite of this thereby making the worried Arabic conformists to put in place even more strict rules.