I love jewelry and accessories and if you ask me, hijabis can’t be beaten at accessorising simply because a scarf is, in fashion, an accessory and so are hijab pins and under caps etc. Obviously the main reason isn’t to accessorise but that’s no reason not to use the idea anyway Here are some of my fave ways to accessorise, hijab style and not a plain black hijab in site:

Beads

..are a girls best friend. Especially if they are on a non-tacky looking (i.e. not shiny) long necklace that can poke out from under your hijab like these girls have done:

Mm, I also like their animal print headscarves ^-^

Earrings

OK, maybe not an everyday thing but they look nice on occasion:

Under caps

My favorite section! Under caps can completely transform the look of a hijab, they are like the hijab equivalent to cardigans..well in my mind anyway I like the hijabs and under caps of these Iranian models:

I love love love that green dress the last model is wearing! Perfect paired with some nice dark jeans.

Shades..oh so obvious!

Go on, ditch the tacky makeup and get accessorising instead

This post was kindly donated by Zaenab from Stylish Muslimah

Wardrobe function

Hijab Tip: The art of wardrobe arrangement

Lets face it no-one wears more clothes than us which maybe goes some way to explaining why it’s just so darn difficult to pick out an outfit. So here’s a little wardrobe tip to make it a little easier.

Colour blocking

Arrange your clothes by colour rather than item type (i.e. all skirts together). It’s easier to pick out an outfit when what goes together is all in one section.

Muslimah wardrobes: Break up dark tones by putting light and bright colours inbetween

Highlights and accents

If like in my wardrobe you have a lot of neutral tones then pick the main items from there and then use one of two contrasting items from another end of the spectrum.

Choose a colour to suit your mood

Snood style

Islamic style on the catwalk: Snoods at Lacoste

It seems as though designers can’t get enough of the headscarf style. Lacoste went for a sporty style that covers the head and neck. This new ’snood’ style is cropping up more and more often and comes in everything from the ghastly to the pleasantly surprising!

So what is a snood, well it’s what you get when you cross a scarf and a hood apparently. My first thought was never ever wear one, but after Lacoste’s reinvention I’m starting to have a change of heart.

Do’s

From the so, so good

Go for colours that compliment your face (the same principals as hijab headscarves)

Try simple first, anything with a cap or tassels etc. are best left alone until you know what works for you

Fine knits can work really well, chunky only really works it you’re wearing a lovely winter coat to go with it.

Simple but effective

Don’ts

Stear clear of anything too thick and bulky (especially if you have a round head like me) it will make you look like a puffball mushroom!

Choose colour wisely, only attempt bold colours if you have a dark skin tone.

Another colour warning, if it’s too pastely it will look very old fashioned

To the oh so bad! Pastel tones are not working here

So now you’re all set to get cosy in a snood. Just so long as the weather doesn’t suddenly take a turn for the better!

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Hijab Painting

Rutty was kind enough to let me post her experimentation with painting on hijab scarves. The results are gorgeous!!

Experiment approved! 2 hours of meditation with semi good results

So what you need:
1. image that you want to paint

2. material (cotton and etc.)

3. frame

4. textile paints (acrylic)

5. few slim brushes

6. endurance!

How to do it:

1. mark on scarf image position;

2. fix material on frame (my choice – small painting frame with double-sided tape);

3. attach image to frames glass in other side;

4. paint without shaking hands ))

Good luck! If you have a question – I will answer (just ask in a comment below)

P.s. Next experiment – silk!

THANKS RUTTY, IF YOU WANT TO ADD A POST THEN EMAIL ME hana@stylecovered.com SEND IMAGES, TIPS OR ARTICLES AND I’LL PUT THEM UP!

Abaya Style

This Abaya was inspired by the jumpsuit style

Islamic style favourite

This is one of my favourite abayas to wear. It doesn’t feel too formal the way a lot of abayas can, I think this is down to the shirt style opening and half sleeves. This style (with a few improvements) will be available from MAYSAA before the summer inshAllah!

Finishing touches

Because it’s a nice dark plain blue you can add pattern and colour (in my case scarf and socks!). Again I’m wearing the black hijab I’ve worn in many other posts.  Come to think of it both the socks and the scarf are from Japan. If you ever go to Japan then stock up on socks they have the most amazing selection, maybe even worthy of their own post!!