Hijab is a reflection of
Muslim women’s
identity and elegance. They are not allowed to reveal their beauty in
public places which maintains their grace and respect in the eyes of
others. It includes covering your head and hairs along with other body
parts with an opaque fabric material. The concept of wearing hijab was
introduced by religion Islam but various cultural modifications have
affected its use and style over time. While in some countries it is worn
as a religious clothing article while in others it has been included in
fashion and clothing. Various Muslim scholars have various thoughts
regarding covering the body from head to toe or revealing their faces
and hands while wearing hijab. However still the Muslim girls are
advised to practice hijab right after puberty in places where Na Mahram
presence is expected. The style and way of
wearing hijab
has undergone significant changes depending on the religious and
cultural requirements. Here are some of styles common among Muslim women
in different countries:
1. BURQA:
It is a type of hijab consisting of two pieces, a shawl for covering
head and a gown for covering entire body. This veil is common among
subcontinent Muslim women mostly in black color but some women also wear
other colors depending on season and occasion.
2. NIQAAB:
Niqaab can be worn as a long dress covering the body from head to toe.
The length and width of this clothing depend on individual height and
body shape but should be loose to enclose the body.
3. ABAYA:
It is a type of caftan or open gown which is worn on shoulders like a long coat. You can contrast and match the
head scarf
according to the color and print of abaya. Plain abaya can be decorated
with printed scarf while printed abaya looks elegant with plain single
colored scarf. This Abaya can also be accessorized with embroidery and
diamantes work.
4. BUSHIYYA:
This
hijab has two pieces of cloth, one is stitched into a fitted cap while other into a tube like scarf to serve the purpose of veil.
5. BUKHNUK:
Having a shape like a rain coat, this hijab form looks elegant and
beautiful to cover the body along the height. The edges can be decorated
with fancy laces or knitted to add to
fashion or style.
6. AFGHAN BURQA:
This burqa is unique consisting of a complete loose gown with the head
area grilled to help women look around. It is a traditional afghan dress
and all the women are forced to wear it.
7. CHADOR:
It is a square or rectangular piece of cloth for covering your body completely in different colors.
