MUSLIMAH & HIJAB

As a Muslim woman that wears hijab are we happy with how we look? Does our hijab match our personality and lifestyle? Perhaps we would like to improve our look but don't know where to begin. Maybe we're not sure what changes us need to make in order to feel better about our image. So, here are several tips on how to wear hijab or according to the Islamic law:-

Our hijab: Our headscarf is a big part of our wardrobe yet contrary to what we have been taught it does not necessarily have to be the defining element of your style. Think of hijab as an accessory to your overall look rather than the vocal point of your dress and see what possibilities might emerge. It should compliment you and be functional for daily living. Feeling overpowered by hijab is a factor that has lead many women to remove their veil. Finding balance is key.

The art of wearing hijab: Do not-under any circumstances pin our hijab at our chin and merely leave the ends of the scarf hanging over our bosom. This style of hijab does not work for anyone and can ruin even the most elegant of ensembles. Instead tuck the ends into our clothing or wrap them around to the back of our scarf. If extra coverage is the issue simply fan the ends of the scarf around our chest and pin at the shoulder with a stylish broach.

Hijab colors, patterns, and textures: Some women look radiant in loud floral patterns while others of us end up looking outdated and dowdy. Another hard style to wear are hijabs with eyelet stitching at the hemline and corners. In some cases, these may only be appropriate for young ladies who are practicing hijab. I know hijabees who look elegant and fabulous in dark or all black hijabs that would appear depressing and heavy on others. Pass on unbreathable materials-even in the winter, and opt for hijabs with a touch of flair instead of overdone beading and sparkle.

Hijab fabrics: If we are still clinging to our polyester hijabs because we believe only those heavy, solid fabrics can give we full coverage then consider the following. Polyester, a completely man made fabric is widely sold in most Islamic clothing stores. For this reason, many women purchase them, not realizing what a draw back they may be. When it comes to our hijab we want to be on the lookout for materials that breathe such as rayon, linen, cotton, and even silk. While polyester hijabs may be more affordable-other fabrics such as rayon and linen shaylas are available at outlets such as TJ Maxx and Marshals. The scarf should be just heavy enough to give it some body and shape but not so heavy that it weighs you down.

The size of our hijab: The length and width of our scarf make a huge impact on how we look. A petite woman might swim in the same scarf that would flatter a statuesque woman. So where should our hijab hit we when wearing it? As a general rule the sides of our hijab should gracefully sit at the base of our shoulders while leaving some extra material to maneuver around our bosom. Petite women often have this dilemma. It's easy to end up with a scarf that covers our down to our waist. This is overpowering and should only be worn this way if we want our hijab to be the vocal point of our look. There's an exception to every rule and I have seen women who can successfully don a waist length hijab but not too many Muslimah’s are going to feel their level best in that style unless they can pull if off.

So, that’s all the tips. Let’s wear Hijab according to the syarak and at the same time look fashionable and stylish!