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4 months ago

Is My Style Too Different for a Hijabi?

As-salamu alaykum! I haven’t shared photos since I’m a bit lazy, so I’ll just describe how I dress. I live in a bohemian part of a Western country and have always liked that style. I don’t wear tie-dye or anything too wild because I’m in my early 30s and want to dress appropriately for my age. My wardrobe mostly includes linen, cotton, rayon, and flowy dresses. I also love wearing harem pants, like the Afghani style, since they’re comfortable. I usually pick pants over skirts, like Afghani pants, wide-leg pants, or oversized cargo pants, mostly made from natural fabrics. I iron what needs ironing. I don’t wear an abaya. People often compliment my style. Some clothes are loose since I recently lost 11kg. I hit the gym almost daily and usually wear cargo or similar pants with sneakers. It keeps me motivated because I can just take off my hijab at the gym (which is women-only) and have a singlet under my outer clothes, so I don’t need to carry extra shoes or change much. Even though I don’t wear hijab at the gym, I prefer long pants for modesty since you never know. I have cute sneakers that match most outfits. After my workout, I put on a jilbab so I don’t have to change into nicer clothes while sweaty. Around the house or for quick errands, I wear my jilbab for coverage. There’s a lady who mostly sees me in my jilbab when I’m at home or out briefly, and she often makes negative remarks about my dressing. I’ve tried telling her that the jilbab isn’t my usual style and asked how she thinks I should dress. She suggests tight clothes, but I’m not comfortable in those. I believe loose clothes can be modest too. I live in a place where many women don’t wear hijab. When I meet women dressing more modestly than me, sometimes they or their husbands give me judgmental looks because I don’t wear an abaya. I always wear loose clothes and cover my backside, but that’s as modest as I want to be. It feels like there’s a lot of judgment about how hijabis dress. Based on what I shared, do you think my style is inappropriate? Honestly, I don’t want to buy a whole new wardrobe but want to look nice while staying modest. Also, since I’m always at the gym, it seems silly to buy nicer clothes I’d hardly wear. JazakAllahu khair for any advice!

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4 months ago

I think loose and comfy is the way to go. Plus, you’re gym-ready all the time, love that!

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4 months ago

You look like you’ve got your whole style vibe down, no need to change anything. Keep shining!

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4 months ago

Those judgmental looks? Totally unnecessary. Your style sounds respectful and cool.

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4 months ago

Girl, your style sounds amazing and super practical. You’re clearly rocking modesty on your own terms!

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4 months ago

People need to stop policing hijabi styles. Modesty isn’t one size fits all.

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4 months ago

I love how you mix comfort with modesty, especially the harem pants choice. So smart!

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4 months ago

The way you describe your outfits feels very authentic. Don’t change for others!

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4 months ago

Tight clothes aren’t for everyone, and modesty is about personal comfort too. You’re nailing it.

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4 months ago

Honestly, anyone judging your clothes just doesn’t get personal style. Keep doing you!

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