It's obvious of the origin of the niqab and the intent for wearing it. Islamic societies are among the most misogynistic - general observation of behaviours towards women in Islamic countries confirms it for the casual observer and the Global Geneder Gap Report documents it.

As for the spontaneous decision, sure, of women deciding to wear it, it's not. The connection back to societies where it is imposed is real, despite the feeble rationales attempted to be provided by those wearing it. And yes, as human animals, we dislike those that mask themselves.