How to wear an Abaya? Top 5 Abaya style tips

If an Abaya is a staple part of your beautiful modest closet or you just like to enjoy wearing one once in a while you should definitely try and follow our Top 10 Abaya Style Tips that will give you the most fashionable yet modest looks!

All the way from how you choose the right sizing to picking the most comfortable or flattering materials, we’ve got the best tips to make sure you have the perfect look!

Tip #1 The Perfect Length

Remember that Abayas are measured in Length, hence the sizing options are not the standard S, M & L so save yourself from having your abaya draping under your feet! It is never a good look to have the Abaya running too low along the floor or even when the Abaya lies too high!

The best way to make sure you have the best look is to try and get the abaya to sit around the ankles – aim to do this by measuring from the shoulder down to the ankle, a little below this is completely fine.

Now should you measure with Flats or heels?

Go for BOTH, that way you know exactly what look suits you best and which size would be suitable for that dressed up look with heels. And the size that would go best for your Everyday Abayas in your flat shoes.

Tip #2 Flattering Fit

To get this right you need to choose something that flows rather than sticks! Why go for a Slim Fit that may stick to you when you can go for a Regular Fit Abaya that can be tied at the waist to keep the outfit modest, yet stylish at the same time!

It’s always a good idea to make sure you measure up first, compare it to your other dresses and abayas so you can achieve the perfect option that is just right for you.

Tip #3 The Right Sleeves

This is a major decider no matter how perfect you get the length and the fit, getting the sleeves right is like the icing on the cake! If you go for a specially designed sleeved Abaya like our White Bell Sleeves Abaya you are not going to require the same fitting guidelines but as a main rule of thumb the Abaya or eve Dress for that matter should end around the wrist area.

For an Everyday or Plain Abaya definitely go by our standardised length this way it won’t be adverse to your day to day tasks!

Tip #4 Material

This can be a huge factor, especially when you are choosing whether to go for a look that flatters your shape. Going for stiff materials that roll off and create wider shoulders will definitely not be the right choice (Thank Goodness 70’s disco style hasn’t hit the Abaya world!… yet!)

Choose materials that don’t just look good but feel comfortable also, this will make for that Islamic Clothing friendly outfit you love wear.

Tip #5 Layer it on

Going for a Layered look? Then choose an undergarment that doesn’t ruin your stylish Abaya. What you choose can dictate how the final garment looks as you don’t want to look like you have stuffed in too many layers!

Going for a simple and light closed abaya with a classy open abaya on top is a perfect way to achieve a beautiful look and a great way to have enough layers.

How to Wear Hijab in a simple style

Place an underscarf on your head.

Wear a bandana or a bonnet on year head. They help put your hair steady.

Spread your Shayla over your head.

The shayla should cover your underscarf completely. Scarves are sold in many places, including online specialty stores and Muslim stores. You can also make one from fabric by ensuring the material is opaque.

Adjust the shayla such that one side is longer than the other.

The ends of the shyla should be on the front side of your body. If it is thin, ensure that you flatten it fully on your head. Besides, you can use a pin to connect your shayla’s sides under the neck to make sure the hijab is intact.

Make use of the longer side of the shayla

Hold the edge of the long side of the shayla with the hand and bring it towards the opposite shoulder and wrap it under your chin. Wrap it around the other end of you head and pin it.

Wrap the short end under your chin

Tuck the shorter edge under the longer side and then pin it.

 It is also possible to add more layers. To add a layer, wrap the shayla tighter give room for the extra layer. You can also match fabrics and colours if you want to look more elegant. Minimize the number layers during summer, particularly if you’ve a lot of hair.