New Hijab Styles

The hijab is required dress for many Muslim women and is available in a range of colors, fabrics, and styles, which lets the women adapt the look of the hijab to match a particular style choice or occasion. Also, the hijab style can differ quite significantly around the different regions of the world.

Here are some of the more common styles of the hijab available on the market:

Pashmina: One of the more familiar styles available, the pashmina hijab is manufactured in a light, comfortable fabric, is rectangular shaped and features a variety of design choice, including a comprehensive range of Arabian and Indian designs. A genuine hijab of this type is likely to be highly expensive. Also, it offers a high degree of versatility when worn, with the option to tie, drape, or wrap in its daily or special occasion use.

Single Piece: A very commonly worn style is the single-piece hijab which was first introduced in the Middle East region. It's a highly durable, comfortable, and practical option, so perfect for women and children to wear as part of their required dress. A hijab in this style is often manufactured in a cotton jersey type fabric and designed to be very easy to put in place. It is basically tubular in shape which makes if very easy to pull over the head.

Long: A long hijab, which is another of the rectangular shaped styles, is likely to be one of the oldest, one of the most flexible, and one of the most favored styles. It is often manufactured in a variety of fabrics, from silk, satin to soft polyester or cotton. It is perfect for those looking for complete flexibility in wearing; the length makes it easy to turn and fold into several different shapes. A luxurious designed hijab can come with a lot of gorgeous designs and styles which run the entire length of the material.

Square: An alternative to the tube or rectangular shaped style is the square hijab, which is frequently worm in parts of Southern Asia and Eastern Europe. Common fabrics for this particular hijab include polyester and cotton. It can be completely plain or adorned with a range of patterns and designs. This type of hijab is generally worn by folding the fabric to create a triangle shape, which is then pinned beneath the chin. It is often suggested for those for slim or long face shapes, can look great with minimal fuss and perfect for any occasion.