Comments on: Islamic fashion for non-Muslim Women http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html Islamic Blog - Muslim Blog to discuss Islamic and Arab and Middle Eastern topics and articles Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:30:13 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 By: Umm 'Imraan http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-179 Umm 'Imraan Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:52:48 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-179 Allah (Swt) and His Rasul (SAW) have already defined what and how the hijab should look like so anyone trying to define it otherwise is arguing with his Creator, and Allah is too Great for that. As muslims 'we hear and we obey' period! hawwa'u - Umm 'Imraan Allah (Swt) and His Rasul (SAW) have already defined what and how the
hijab should look like so anyone trying to define it otherwise is
arguing with his Creator, and Allah is too Great for that.
As muslims ‘we hear and we obey’ period!

hawwa’u - Umm ‘Imraan

]]> By: Gina Maclang http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-176 Gina Maclang Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:48:26 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-176 I wasn't born a Muslim. I accepted and learned about Islam a year ago. I used to wear tight- fitting outfits with slits and everything. But since I learned Islam and been a muslim I agreed whole-heartedly that a muslimah should not show her figure openly. We must please only Allah and nobody else, thus we must abide with Allah's rules and teachings. Let us avoid these un- important and worldly things. I wasn’t born a Muslim. I accepted and learned about Islam a year ago. I used to wear tight-
fitting outfits with slits and everything. But since I learned Islam and been a muslim I agreed
whole-heartedly that a muslimah should not show her figure openly. We must please only Allah
and nobody else, thus we must abide with Allah’s rules and teachings. Let us avoid these un-
important and worldly things.

]]> By: Habeebullahi http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-138 Habeebullahi Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:39:24 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-138 Assalam-Alaikum, I will like to say that fashion in terms of short Abaya or split are all unislamic for the muslim women and it should never be encouraged among the muslim women. Such acts are actually inviting other means to break through the modesty of the muslim women. Remember in (Q33:59), Allah says,".....muslim women to draw thier cloaks (veils) all over their body (i.e themselves completely except the eyes to see the way) that would be better, that they should be known (as free respectable women) so as not to be annoyed." From this verse it implies that muslim women would get more respect (by Allah or public at large). The idea of dressing against Allah's commands to supposedly look respectful and acceptable by people is just a false trap that many Muslim women fall into. So I advise that such clothing should not be accepted by the muslim communities. Maa salam Assalam-Alaikum,
I will like to say that fashion in terms of short Abaya or split are all unislamic for the
muslim women and it should never be encouraged among the muslim women. Such acts are actually inviting
other means to break through the modesty of the muslim women. Remember
in (Q33:59), Allah says,”…..muslim women to draw thier cloaks (veils) all over their body (i.e
themselves completely except the eyes to see the way) that would be better, that they
should be known (as free respectable women) so as not to be annoyed.”

From this verse it implies that muslim women would get more respect (by Allah or public at large). The idea of
dressing against Allah’s commands to supposedly look respectful and acceptable by people is just a false
trap that many Muslim women fall into. So I advise that such clothing should not be accepted by the muslim communities.
Maa salam

]]> By: kabir Muhammad http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-178 kabir Muhammad Tue, 27 Nov 2007 14:42:56 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-178 In my opinion, there is no subsitute to dress in hijab (dressing islamically). There shouldn't be any discussion on this. In my opinion, there is no subsitute to dress in hijab (dressing islamically). There shouldn’t be any discussion on this.

]]> By: Afreen http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-177 Afreen Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:11:43 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-177 Assalam - Alaikum After reading this message I feel that I have to follow this path of Islam. Ur organisation is doing a tremendous work. Heartly I pray to ALLAH that he gives more and more achivements to ur organisation in this humanitarian work. Assalam - Alaikum

After reading this message I feel that I have to follow this path
of Islam. Ur organisation is doing a tremendous work. Heartly I pray to
ALLAH that he gives more and more achivements to ur organisation in this
humanitarian work.

]]> By: najat http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-173 najat Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:59:11 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-173 We keep talking about hijab and its issues on, and on and on....It 's really simple...Muslim Women should simply follow Allah's commands on hijab, wear it, and it shouldn't be a big issue...We have so many other issues to face that need our attention.... We keep talking about hijab and its issues on, and on and on….It ’s really simple…Muslim Women should simply follow Allah’s commands on hijab, wear it, and it shouldn’t be a big issue…We have so many other issues to face that need our attention….

]]> By: Abdel hamid http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-162 Abdel hamid Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:50:33 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-162 Islamic dress should not be westernized in the sense that it looks more provocative.... Islamic dress should not be westernized in the sense that it looks more provocative….

]]> By: Fatma Alyan http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-174 Fatma Alyan Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:26:19 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-174 I can see this trend spreading around me already. However, I think it is everyone's duty to keep reminding people that the Islamic dress has to be loose, not transparent and not to be revealing the body in any way. These reminders should also include reminding the benefits of wearing the proper Islamic clothes.... I can see this trend spreading around me already. However, I think it is everyone’s duty to keep reminding people that the Islamic dress has to be loose, not transparent and not to be revealing the body in any way. These reminders should also include reminding the benefits of wearing the proper Islamic clothes….

]]> By: Nurhusien http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-175 Nurhusien Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:52:05 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-175 My fear is for those sisters who have less knowlege abt islam, and those who do not know why Allah chooses the best dressing for them and for those who beleive making hijab (abaya) is reflection of non democracy of a given country and for those who dress it for the sake of their families or gov't. The so called Islamic fasion will attract those weak sisters more than the non muslims. For me i feel so sorry for such a thing to happen in a place, especially a muslim country (where many of their women feel those things i mentioned earlier). I m sure this will not be a concern for those mature sisters who are strong in their iman and know why they do it and who choose for them (i.e. Allah) Wassalamualikum My fear is for those sisters who have less knowlege abt islam, and those who do not know why Allah chooses the best dressing for them and for those who beleive making hijab (abaya) is reflection of non democracy of a given country and for those who dress it for the sake of their families or gov’t. The so called Islamic fasion will attract those weak sisters more than the non muslims. For me i feel so sorry for such a thing to happen in a place, especially a muslim country (where many of their women feel those things i mentioned earlier).

I m sure this will not be a concern for those mature sisters who are strong in their iman and know why they do it and who choose for them (i.e. Allah)

Wassalamualikum

]]> By: Hayat http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-159 Hayat Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:31:09 +0000 http://www.iqrasense.com/islamic-clothing/islamic-fashion-for-non-muslim-women.html#comment-159 Salam, I converted to Islam last year, out of conviction and because I want to make people understand Islam and not stigmatise Muslims. I have lived all over Europe and the USA. Currently, I live in a part of Spain, where Islam is deeply rooted in history. Because of the proximity to Morocco, there are many Muslimahs in the streets, dressed at all levels of "decency" according to Islamic tradition. Some are dressed very conservatively in dark, simple hijab, while others wear pretty bright colors. At age 42, I made a very conscious decision to convert. I understand the fundamental rules of the Qur'an, have accepted them and integrated them into my life as far as my employment and social circumstance allow, without being singled out. I completely agree, that in the Islamic world, man / woman should dress according to Islamic guidelines and rules. If a family decides to move to a "Western" country, assuming they do it for the betterment of their family lives', then I applaud the bravery and courage. However, as much as Islamic countries fight against "Western" culture to infiltrate their world, I believe that Muslims in the "Western" world need to adjust. Rome was not build in a day, and Islam needs to be explained over and over again, until people understand the message of peace and enlightenment behind it. The idea of Islam and the reasoning behind Hijab will much easier be explained and understood if presented in a fashionable, colorful way - instead of scaring nonbelievers away and alienating ourselves by living behind a curtain. It is great for a teenage girl to be raised and educated in the "West", while her family is trying to fullfil the challenging task to raise her as a Muslimah. I don't think it fair to subject the daughter to difficulties with integrating into her new social environment (which most likely she did not ask to be in herself) by making her wear dark, drab Islamic clothing. If she were to wear colorful, pretty hijab, it would be much more likely that she be accepted and appreciated for her pretty Islamic clothing, and along with it given the opportunity to make Hijab - and subsequently Islam - understood. Same goes for adult Muslimah: by blending ourselves in with society a bit more, more opportunities to deliver the message of Islam will open up. I do not mean suggest that slitted skirts and deeper necklines are the way to go. Slits and tight fitting clothes are counterproductive, I agree. Still, many Islamic fashion designers have embraced the inspirations of "Oriental" clothing. So let us embrace this opportunity to make the clothes and with them Islam more attractive. Once the message of the Qur'an is understood, every women will be able to make the right choice for herself. A splash of color and some beads make for a happy girl underneath the fabric. And after all, Allah never meant to deny us happiness. Blessings upon you. Salam,

I converted to Islam last year, out of conviction and because I want to make people understand Islam and not stigmatise Muslims.

I have lived all over Europe and the USA.

Currently, I live in a part of Spain, where Islam is deeply rooted in history.
Because of the proximity to Morocco, there are many Muslimahs in the streets,
dressed at all levels of “decency” according to Islamic tradition.

Some are dressed very conservatively in dark, simple hijab, while others wear
pretty bright colors.

At age 42, I made a very conscious decision to convert. I understand the fundamental rules of the Qur’an, have accepted them and integrated them into my life as far as my employment and social circumstance allow, without being singled out. I completely agree, that in the Islamic world, man / woman should dress according to Islamic guidelines and rules. If a family decides to move to a “Western” country, assuming they do it for the betterment of their family lives’, then I applaud the bravery and courage. However, as much as Islamic countries fight against “Western” culture to infiltrate their world, I believe that Muslims in the “Western” world need to adjust.

Rome was not build in a day, and Islam needs to be explained over and over again, until people understand the message of peace and enlightenment behind it.

The idea of Islam and the reasoning behind Hijab will much easier be explained and understood if presented in a fashionable, colorful way - instead of scaring nonbelievers away and alienating ourselves by living behind a curtain.

It is great for a teenage girl to be raised and educated in the “West”, while
her family is trying to fullfil the challenging task to raise her as a Muslimah.
I don’t think it fair to subject the daughter to difficulties with integrating into her new social environment (which most likely she did not ask to be in herself) by making her wear dark, drab Islamic clothing. If she were to wear colorful, pretty hijab,
it would be much more likely that she be accepted and appreciated for her pretty Islamic clothing, and along with it given the opportunity to make Hijab - and subsequently Islam - understood.
Same goes for adult Muslimah: by blending ourselves in with society a bit more,
more opportunities to deliver the message of Islam will open up. I do not mean
suggest that slitted skirts and deeper necklines are the way to go.
Slits and tight fitting clothes are counterproductive, I agree.
Still, many Islamic fashion designers have embraced the inspirations of “Oriental” clothing.

So let us embrace this opportunity to make the clothes and with them Islam
more attractive. Once the message of the Qur’an is understood, every women
will be able to make the right choice for herself.

A splash of color and some beads make for a happy girl underneath the fabric.
And after all, Allah never meant to deny us happiness.

Blessings upon you.

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