Styling Islamic Attire
So, in aid of that I have decided to show you how I would style Islamic attire. It's actually quite tricky as you have to cover everything apart from your face, hands and feet... and the clothing can't be tight as to reveal your curves.
This is how I would wear it! All sets created by me on Polyvore.
Example #1.
Example #2.
Now if some of you object to this saying it's too colourful or too stylish, then what I have to say is this... We are living in the 21st century and it's very difficult not to be inspired by trends. There's no reason for you not to express your style whilst trying to be modest.
What do you think?
Just a note: Make up wise, I really disagree with girls slapping it on when wearing a headscarf during the day, it just defeats the whole concept! I would say just enhance what you have and keep to a "natural" theme.. Eye kohl is sunnah so winged eyeliner is great :) which is why the term "Arabic eye" is around as many Arabic women go crazy with the eyeliner! I think a more stylised make up look is only acceptable on a special occassion or evening, but even then provocative red lips is a NO NO!
Comments
thanks.
I think when living in a European country its ok to embrace a bit of color.. as long as the main rules are respected (tighness and covering) why not add a pop of color?
Unfortunately so many young women today disprespect the Hijabs etc.. (like anonamous said) by slapping on make-up.
I was in Harrods last summer and a woman got her Burqa stuck in the escalator.. when it ripped off she was dressed so innapropriately underneath I was shocked!! The highlight deffinately being the diamante g-string poking over the top of her low-cut jeans!
This post however contains such nice, appropriate looks.. I know a few freinds who would love these looks!!
p.s. the other anynymous, if u aint got something nice to say,just shut up.
N xx
As long as you are wearing a burqa i think you can wear pretty much anything underneath. Thats the whole point of the burqa - to HIDE your beauty
I feel really sorry for that woman in the escalator incident. Poor thing. :)
I don't feel sorry for the woman on the escalator-instead she should have been filmed and put on youtube!
I am anonymous post 1 & 2! (forgot to add G) you seem to be getting some off replies! and on other blog posts also. I for one like to read positive comments from other bloggers rather than b@tchy negative ones, so have you thought about just allowing registered users to leave comments (good or bad) and change the settings so that anonymous can't leave any comments (i am registered but have an empty blog) -i know other bloggs that do this. It seems that people tend to verbally abuse behind the computer! and i'm sure if they were registered they would not be such haters! plus it kinda ruins your blog.
Keep up your god work girl!
G :)
such a cute style.. even though I am not a Muslim, I would totally see myself wearing the example 2..
As for make up.. I see it all the time, even today it was very warm outside and there were girls who were wearing a headscarf, had on make up and a MINI SKIRT!!! I was like, OMG seriously?
And don't mind the haters :D
@ anonymous who thought the woman in a Burka should have been filmed and put on youtube? Are you kidding me,that's not nice. Even if she was wearing a g-string and low cut jeans, she was hiding it!!
It wasn't meant to be seen by anyone, I feel sorry for her.
I see many many Hijabis who are so stylish yet dressed respectably, I think it works well!
I agree that the makeup should be understated and not too out there, unless for a wedding etc.
I've been to Dubai a few times and I am always SHOCKED at the amount on display! The Ladies wear their full Burka's etc then open them up & take their scarves off in the shopping centres because they are away from family.
Thank you for a lovely post, The olyvore sets are great and creative. I love them
I say she should have been on video and it posted on youtube- do you have a problem with that? Not that YOU would know as your NOT muslim (but i bet you wish you were, right?!)
It's called FREEDOM OF SPEECH, i suggest that you google it!
I know what freedom of speech is, that's why I went ahead and commented on what you said..
oh.. and I suggest: don't be hating girl/boy whoever you are .. It wasn't an attack on you.. :D
thanks
Thank you for the great post, Excellent as usual!
SweetestSinSheroon, please ignore that anonymous person. You did NOT deserve to be addressed in such a rude manner! I agree with your earlier comments. :) It doesn't matter what she was wearing underneathe, it wasn't her fault that her covering got caught in the elevator.
To the anonymous person with the attitude: Please remember that one day we wil have to answer for every single little thing that we do or say or even type so if you don't have something constructive to say don't say anything at all.
p.s. I agree with the first anonymous poster who mentioned that you should only allow registered users permission to post. Hopefully this will eliminate some of the hater trash that pollutes the comments section.
I know some girls didn't like the layering aspect but i'm sure some of this is optional and Bubblegarm is just giving an overview of her personal taste and suggestions of what others may also like ... personal style is all about tweeking it to our own preferences.
Good Luck on your first day at work tomorrow Hun, you will be great! xx
Definitely one of my favourite blogs at the moment :)
@Sherona good reply @anonymous :) xx
@MG Aleykumselam :) Thank you for your sweet words. x
@SaskiatheSalsaFairy Thanks hun, I start work on Tuesday.. xx
@Lisa thanks, that means alot to me :) xx
I'm not sure if I want to moderate my comments yet, if it gets unbearable then I might.. I want honest opinions and don't mind critisism, it actually helps me improve!
xx Dunia
Thanks for your consideration and posting these wonderful ideas.
I have a question, where is the dress from in example #1?
Thanks and God bless!
clover
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