An Introduction of Muslim Clothes

By Agus Rahman


As in all elements of life, Islam too gives guidance related to outfit for Muslims. Although Islam does not prescribe any unique style or type of outfits or garments, it stresses on the principles of modesty and decency., and encourages the maintenance a common of decorum, dignity and modesty.

Clothes for Muslims: The Requirements

1. Shape parts to be covered: For women, the full shape should be covered, specially the bosom, although they can leave their face/eyes and hand uncovered. For men the form have to be covered from the navel to the knee.

2. Looseness: The garments must be loose without having to body hugging or skin tight for both men and ladies. This is why both men and women wear loose fitting robe like garment over their ordinary clothe when in public.

3. Overall look decent without having to flashy: Outfits have to be decent and clean, and have to not be flashy. It should give the appearance of dignity and modesty. The outfit should not be worn in order to gain the admiration of others.

4. Do not imitate others: Islam encourages its people to be proud of their faith. They should gaze like Muslims without having to imitate people of other faith or cultures around them. Women must be proud of their femininity and not endeavor to dress like men and vice versa.

The Different Types of Garments for

1. The Thobe: This is a long, loose, flowing robe worn by men. It is stitched like a shirt and reaches down to the ankle. Although it is typically white in color, it is available in other colors also, specially during the winters.

2. The Bisht: This is a cloak sometimes worn by men throughout the thobe. Commonly, it is the religious leaders and high level government officials who wear these.

3. The Ihram: This is a type of costume that pilgrims wear when they are on pilgrimage to the Hajj. It consists of the izar, which falls from the waist to the ankle, plus the reda, which covers the upper body plus the shoulders.

4. The Shalwar Kameez: This is worn by both men and women and essentially consists of a long tunic paired with loose trousers. Girl can also team this with a dupatta, which is a length of fabric which handles the bosom and often will also be used as a veil.

5. The Abaya:. The fabric extends from the head to the toe. They are quite famous among women in the Gulf countries.




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