How to Style Abayas in 2024
Many muslim women struggle to style Abayas as day-to-day outfits. As Islam teaches us to cover ourselves we need to ensure that our modesty is guarded but in a comfortable way.
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Once you start wearing abayas there is no turning back. The minute you think of purchasing your first abaya, you get questions like how to style it? Which abaya fabric to choose, what color is best for abayas this season and so on..
For your ease we have put together 5 top tips for styling abayas. Therefore read along and get some great ideas for your next modest fit!
If you know how to style abayas then they can become a perfect clothing choice for you. It will cover your curves while being quintessential.
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Here are 5 way in which you can wear your abaya for utmost comfort and convenience.
1. Choose your Abaya fabric wisely
There are numerous abaya fabric available in the market. A lot of them will appeal to you but you will have to say No. Select only that abaya material that suits you weather.
If you live in hot and humid areas avoid going for nada abayas or silk abayas. Prefer lawn abayas or breathable Korean georgette abaya.
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If you are located in cold areas, fleece abayas should be your go to. For women in Pakistan abaya fabric should be chosen according to the season.
ln summers, printed abaya variety are quite popular while in winter you can make abayas from beautiful velvet material with amazing drape. You can also opt for kimono abayas with inners as they are easy to style.
Here at Mizn, you get an extensive range of abayas in Pakistan which can be styled all year long. No matter what the season we have got you covered.
2. Selecting the Abaya Design
Moreover, when it comes to styling abayas, the design and cut of abaya plays a vital role. As there are many different abaya designs to choose from, styling them cab be quite confusing.
Let us simplify them for you:
If you don’t wish to show what you are wearing under your abaya, then go for closed abayas in maxi style.
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If you wish to flaunt your dress while covering yourself go for a open abaya. These kimonos can be styled with or without belt depending on you mood.
If you want ease of removing abaya quickly, select zippered abayas or button down abayas. These coat style abayas are easy to wear and take off.
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Lastly, if you want a royal look go for layered abayas. These gorgeous abayas bring a festive touch to your modesty. You can add embroidery and laces to make an elegant abaya.
You can find a variety of festive abaya designs within our collection for every occasion .
3. Select Outfit To Wear Under the Abaya
It might seem stupid to think that what you wear under an abaya can determine your look? But on the contray it plays a significant role.
Even if you wear a closed abaya, what you wear under an abaya can make or break the look. If you are wearing light colored abayas then wear light toned clothes inside too so that they won’t be visible.
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Sometimes the abaya fabric is sheer so it is easily visible what you wear inside your abaya. Moreover wear lightweight fabric inside for utmost comfort so that the abaya doesn’t bulge.
It is advised to always wear sleek clothes under an abaya so that even if the abaya is open the overall look is modest.
Even though closed abayas give us the freedom to wear anything underneath, but if the abaya length is not long your pants will be visible. so of you choose to wear jeans or keep you PJs on than ensure that they don’t show or are modest.
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If you’re opting to wear an open abaya like a kimono or turkish coat abayas, you should consider carefully the clothing underneath your abaya. These abayas partially show your clothes so you have to be conscious about what you wear under your abaya. lt.
Open abayas can be styled in variety of ways, by just changing what you wear under them. You can wear matching seperates, or long inners or depending on your mood. You can also add a belt to change the look. These popular abayas are therefore worn by many muslim women especially in the west.
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As less is usually more, we advise to keep the look simple and pair your abayas with outfits that are modest and long and add a coordinating belt for an instant chic look. This draws the edges of the abaya and gives a more modest vibe.
5. Choosing the Best Color for abayas
A decade ago, the only abaya designs in the market were primarily black abayas as they were deemed to be more modest than coloured ones.
However, with time colored abayas are now becoming a frequent sight. The color of the abaya ensures you are noticed for all the right reasons. So if you want a more formal look, its is recommended to go for pastel abayas with light colors.
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If you wish for a more festive abayas, check out vibrant colors like maroon and purple abayas with stunning embroidery. At Mizn, we provide beautiful abayas in a wide range of colors.
For daily wear abayas go for dark colors and wrinkle free fabric for prolong use. If you wish to inject a pop of colour in your abaya closet go for bold choices like yellow abayas.
If you want to wear new abaya frequently, than the best idea is to choose neutral colour like black abayas or brown abayas, as these abaya colors give a relaxed vibe and fit. Neutral abayas are always a favourite amongst office going women as they are highly versatile abayas.
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The color of abaya can also depend on the weather as warmer months call for loght colored abayas like white abayas, light pink abaya and beige abayas.
For winter you can opt for dark abayas such as plum, navy blue abaya or dark green abayas. They give a comfy vibe in cold months and keep you warm as well.
If you are looking for hijabs for abayas, you can either pick the same shade of hijab and abayas or you can complement it with a different shaded hijab. Most of the abayas in our new abaya collection come with matching hijab so that you can complete your outfit seamlessly. But if you wish to opt for a different colored hijab you can order that seperately too.
Start Your Modest Journey Now
If you are new in the abaya game and purchaseabaya online and have questions about how to style abayas, feel free to contact us. We will help you in your modest journey. Just send us a email at mizn.pk@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.