An important part of the Muslim women’s outfit is the Hijab; hence, selecting the right material for the right occasion is predominant. According to the Oxford Dictionary, the Hijab is a head covering worn in public by some Muslim women. Hijab literally translates to “veil” in Persian which means something that covers.
Keeping comfort with style intact, choosing suitable Hijab materials becomes a difficult task. Worry not, as here you can find a comprehensive guide to different Hijab materials.
To start, let's consider the purpose of the Hijab.
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Islamic head coverings can take many different styles, but the term "Hijab" frequently refers to a cloth that is wrapped around the head and neck, hiding the hair but revealing the face.
Modern women believe the Hijab to be empowering and a method to demonstrate their sense of respect as well as their faith and beliefs. It symbolizes their devotion and religious identity. Over time, the Hijab has gone through various changes in trend and style.
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The weather, being the major hindrance to wearing the Hijab, can be avoided by wearing the appropriate material in the appropriate season and situation. The material should be comfortable at all times, be it too hot or too cold.
Choosing the right material contributes to the health and hygiene of women as well. It might not be advisable to wear some materials in all situations. However, they may be attractive to look at, despite causing problems like hair fall or skin rashes. Hence, it is suitable for special occasions, where it is worn for a short time.
Here are some of the best materials for the relevant occasions.
The best material for all your everyday use, cotton serves to be trendy as well as comfortable in all seasons. While this material allows you to breathe freely even with covering the head and neck, this can be customized for any outfit.
It can be carried very easily as there is no need of securing it with any pins. The material stays on without you being worried about your everyday work.
The classic trend to wear a cotton Hijab is to drape it over the shoulder, giving an easy breezy look for any occasion.
Chiffon is the softest material that gives an easy yet elegant look to your outfit. Chiffon Hijabs are easy to wear and maintain as they drape perfectly without any wrinkles.
It is a lightweight material that is made of polyester and is suitable for any professional events or everyday occasions. But ensure that you secure it with pins to avoid slipping down.
Slightly heavier material than cotton and chiffon, the jersey is a mix of cotton and lycra. It is better suited for when you have a lot of action in the day. Being the perfect Hijab for a sporty day, it is stretchable and provides you with the comfort you need when you play.
Similar to the chiffon kind of material, georgette is a completely soft and smooth material that gives an elegant and classy look to your outfit. Georgette Hijabs are perfect for an evening outing with your loved ones or any dinner party, that is comfortable as well.
Silk is a rich material that you choose for special occasions. This material is very expensive and is preferred to be worn rarely only on certain special occasions. It is advised not to wear it for everyday use as this material is not comfortable.
Wintertime comfort is provided by knit fabric Hijabs. This cloth can be expanded nicely with the aid of modern technologies. When you wrap them around your head, they provide coziness and a lovely appearance. They are useful, particularly in the winter season.
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Bored of wearing your Hijab in the same old style? Want to look stylish while adorning a Hijab? Here are some trendy styling ideas for the next time you want to flaunt your Hijab.
A simple and old trend of styling your Hijab, Bawal is an easy-to-achieve style. It is a square-shaped shawl that is really handy, as it can stay put with just a pin! The Bawals are in trend for the patterns and designs on them, appealing to the outfits.
An on-the-go style that requires no pins at all. It stays on safely secured and gives a neat and crisp look. It is a perfect style for your busy days, saving you the time to fix your Hijab. You can mix and match this style with your outfit, giving it a traditional look with a modern twist.
A complete modern look with a sleek style, wearing your Hijab in a turban style gives a stylish yet religious look. Though a little complicated process, if you're set with the look this style gives you, you can cut off the process by buying a Hijab turban. It can save you time yet give you a stylized look.
A flowy style that lets you breathe freely, the shoulder drape keeps you from being uncomfortable. This style requires a lot more pins as it is left freely open. Make sure to have some extra pins handy with you.
I hope this article was a proper guide for you to choose the right material for the right occasion! Style them in a variety of ways and you're good to rock the look, with an Islamic twist.
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