The easy way to wear the hijab for beginners

There are many ways of wearing the hijab. It depends on what type of hijab a person wears and what style they want to tie it.

Wearing a hijab does not have to be a complicated task. We will first introduce the simpler styles of how to wear a hijab.

First,  using a simple square hijab which means the length and the widths of the hijab are equal. Place the hijab on a flat surface and fold it across a corner meaning lift one corner and drag it across to the diagonally opposite corner of the hijab. Lift the hijab which is in triangular shape by holding the two ends across and place it over your head bringing both ends to the sides of your face. Tie a knot at the bottom or use a hijab pin to attach the two ends together. This is probably the most basic way to wear hijabs.

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Second,  using a long hijab. Long hijabs are rectangular in shape and so it is obvious as to what side goes on the sides of the face. Hold the long hijab at two points close to the centre of the hijab and place the hijab over your head. Take both ends across your chin to the other sides and throw back the remaining ends or tie them at the back of your neck. If you prefer you can bring the ends back in front and hide them in your Jilbab. This is a very popular way to wear the hijab.

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Thirdly, the hijab sidekick style. In this style a long hijab is used once again. Hold the hijab at two points three quarter of the length down and place it over your head. You will notice that one end is longer than the other. While holding the shorter length wrap the longer end of the hijab firmly around your head attach a hijab pin wherever the length ends. Take the shorter end and wrap it around the neck over the other side and push it into the back end of your hijab which will hold it since it is firmly tied. This style creates a neat and elegant look and is a simple way to wear the hijab.

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These are probably the most basic styles that a person can start, and in fact, there are many other ways of wearing the hijab. A person can use their creativity to realise new styles integrated with their individual lifestyle.

If grease and big, how to look slimmer and taller

The way you dress can help you

1.      Positive thinking

The important thing, do not feel bad about your body. You have to focus on the positive aspects of you: your smile, your eyes, your waist, your legs, etc. Accentuate the positive and disguise the negative.

2.     Color

Do not be afraid to experiment with color. Black is not the only option to look slender. Color and variety can help you look thinner. The secret is to use one color in many different tones and you have created a monochromatic look.

3.     Avoid horizontal Stripes

Avoid horizontal stripes but rather go for vertical stripes. They make you look slimmer and taller without going on a diet. 

4.     Elongate your body

If you are not very tall, and most of us are not, try to elongate your body by using pants that cover your shoes.

5.     Do not use clothes that do not fit

Many women think that if the clothes are tight or loose they will look thinner. This is not true; they will only look fatter, instead. Your clothes have to fit your body.

6.     Not too tight

On the negative side, tight clothes only make us look like a sausage.

7.      Not too loose clothes

Oversizes clothes may hide the imperfections but it does not do justice to your positive points and you will look not only bigger, but also without any shape. You are highlighting the very things you want to hide. Forget big T-shirts and blouses without any fitting.

8.     Avoid extra material around your tummy

Pants with pleats, elastic waist or string waists are only adding volume to your waist. Same applies to skirts.

9.     Be careful with accessories

They can also make you look fatter or skinnier: if you have a tummy, large belts should be avoided, because you are putting attention on your tummy. The same way necklaces too close to your face should be used carefully if you have a double chin, because it will accentuate the chin; longer necklaces have the opposite effect.

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Fashion is Art

Fashion is art. When most people think of art they think of the typical things such as painting, sculpture, or performance art. 

Generally, people do not think fashion as art. There are so many ways that fashion, or can, be considered art. Art can be defined as anything from music, to the website, to painting, and fashion. You can choose how to define your own art.

"Art has a purpose but to be and to provide an opportunity to enjoy the beauty."

illustration by Sanny Poespo 

Fashion Illustration for "Muslim Women", why?

Why choose Fashion Illustration for "Muslim Women"?

Muslims in the world reached 21%. The percentage that ranked second only to Christianity, 33%, and Muslim fashion started to hit the fashion world. French Fashion University Esmond, Dubai, Gym clothes studies reveal that Islamic dress is one of the icons visible in the global fashion business. According to the agency director, Tamara Hostal, global Islamic clothing transactions reached 96 billion U.S. dollars every year. (Republika, 12 March 2010)

Awareness of Islam in the middle class makes many people who try to fit a modern lifestyle with Islamic tradition. Their strong purchasing power has made the Muslim fashion market becomes increasingly open. This is a separate stimulus in the growth in world trade global Islamic dress.

Muslim Fashion market growth is now also happening in Europe. In Britain alone there are about 1.5 million Muslims. With that amount, the transaction is expected to Islamic dress code in the country reached 150 million U.S. dollars a year. With a total of 16 million Muslim people, Muslim clothing trade turnover in Europe is able to reach 1.5 billion dollars per year.

Muslim fashion model or design are also developing very advanced. Famous designers such as Hermes and Gucci, tried to enter the market by creating Islamic dress veil and other products.

illustration by Sanny Poespa