Hijab Chic & Fashion

If you're trying to dress modestly & look stylish, it can seem hard to get your own style, but with a little creative shopping, it can be a piece of cake! Obviously your approach to fashion depends very much on the Islamic traditions you follow and how strict your Hijab is. In some Muslim traditions, embellishments and drawing attention to oneself is forbidden, but with the increasing crossover between East and West, fashion and the Hijab, staying modest and fashionable is becoming easier than ever before.

At AlHijabWorld.com our mission is to make it easy for modern Muslim women to find a balance between modesty and style, giving you a wide choice of beautiful garments that you can wear in a way that suits you. Here are our top five tips for hijab style:

1. Colourful Headscarves. Because your headscarf is next to your face, it's important to pick colours that actually flatter you. Try holding different scarves up to your face to see the effect they have on your eyes and skin - does the colour make you look more awake? Softer? Younger? Once you know what flatters you, you can make your scarf work for you.
2. Maxi Dresses. These are long, flowing dresses, often in gorgeous prints and pretty colours. Because these are summer dresses, they may look too revealing, but you can easily make them more suitable. Try wearing a long-sleeved t-shirt under a strapless maxi dress or layering them with kaftans.
3. Jewellery & Accessories are an easy way to update your look and make a simple silhouette more stylish. Long beads and pendants look great with flowing outfits, and a bright bangle or jewelled sandal can lift your whole style.
4. Style in Private. If you wear an outer-garment like a jilbab in public, it's important to make space for your own style at home. Take the time to choose at-home clothes that are a pleasure to wear; pick out soft, luxurious fabrics or fill your home with beautiful objects. This way you can indulge your own personal style in a private way, whilst still maintaining modesty and Islamic dress in public.
5. Get inspired. It can be really easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to clothing. Whether you're looking for the perfect jilbab or a glamorous piece of jewellery, look around you for inspiration. Search online stores, make an inspiration board, take notes from stylish women or just try something new - you'll be surprised at the results!

The key is to shop around and find out what suits you. Make sure to check out Islamic and mainstream shops, so you really know what's available. Look at the women you think are stylish and follow their lead, keep a list of useful shops or things you'd like to try out. That way you can mix and match modest dress with accent pieces and colours, creating your own unique style for any occasion.

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