It’s one thing for a bride to figure out the style of dress she’d like to wear as well as her hijab and other accompanying accessories. It’s also a whole other job for the bridal party to figure out their outfits that will compliment each other and the bride’s color and taste! And add the extra factor of finding outfits that are modest and have accompanying hijabs (for those who wear it).

It can be a huge undertaking. Should the bridal party wear matching outfits? And will those outfits look good on all body types? I personally steer away from the monotoned, uniform look of bridesmaids and bridal party dresses that are matchy-matchy. The slightly more mismatched look, where everyone’s personality can shine in the dress they choose but still look put together and cohesive as a group, perhaps by sharing the same color palette, is much more on trend. You can even consider wearing different types of clothing all together while sticking to a basic color theme.

Sometimes the bride has a particular vision and instruction on what you’re to wear as a bridesmaid or maid of honor (or member of the bridal party). But more often than not, you have some leeway. If you’re in the process of looking for an outfit for your bestie’s big day (like me!), here are some silhouettes and suggestions to get you started on some traditional, and not so traditional looks.

The maxi dress is definitely the most popular option for most bridal parties. It certainly was for me when my sister got married. My mom, sister and I scored these beautiful mix-and-match dresses from 

. It was a bit of a splurge, but if you keep an eye out for their summer sale you can snag their gowns for a great deal. Their airy look and flowy silhouette go perfectly with our 

I love this trend for an easy going bride and bridal party. The look of a jumpsuit for a wedding brings a fresh and modern touch to the event. This outfit would be ideal for an outdoor wedding that may be more laid back than a ballroom. Whether you go with sequins or satin, this bold choice will surely turn heads! And, these jumpsuits look great with a variety of our sleek 

As a Palestinian, this is my go to for a wedding party look. In traditional Palestinian culture, we have a henna night the evening before the wedding day where everyone – from the bride, her entourage and guests – come dressed in the traditional Palestinian dress, the thobe. The intricate embroidery symbolizes different meanings derived from the various cities and villages of Palestine. Some families choose to wear a thobe for the wedding day too, usually the bride and groom’s immediate family members. And, our 

 hijabs are a beautiful accompaniment to this look.

I have always been in love with Indian and Pakistani cultural dresses. As a matter of fact, I had one custom made for my Islamic marriage ceremony, 

. The vibrant colors, luxurious fabrics, intricate threadwork and beadwork has always captured my attention. This is a beautiful option to consider especially for those who are from the region and want to show off their cultural dress with pride. 

, saris. You can’t go wrong with any of them! Whether you choose vibrant colors, jewel tones, or neutrals, your outfit will surely impress. The nice thing is everyone in the bridal party can choose what suits them best, whether they want to wear pants with their kurta or a lehenga. There are so many beautiful South Asian designers to choose from. Here are a few options.

There is something about an abaya that screams elegance. For an event like a wedding, I would keep an eye out for appliques, feathers or delicate sequins (or a knot detail) to add some festive flare. Abayas are ideal for mixed weddings: Wear your party dress and cover up with a modest yet fashionable flowy abaya on top. It’s perfect for easy on and off throughout the night. The entire bridal party can don various designs of an abaya, and it will look simply gorgeous!

As you prepare your bridal party looks, I hope this post has given you some inspiration to try different silhouettes! And whether you want to stick to something within your cultural purview or venture out to something new, remember that our Haute Hijabs are here to pull together your entire ensemble!

What have been some of best bridal party looks you've seen or have been a part of? Share with us in the comments below!

Get Inspired for Modest Bridal Party Fits With These 5 Beautiful Silhouettes 

Imagine this – you’re invited to an evening wedding this spring or summer. Weather will be warm, sunny, maybe even breezy. As you arrive at the wedding or maybe during the outdoor cocktail hour, the sun is just beginning to set. The sky is lit with the most brilliant colors streaming across the sky – from a moody shade of romantic violet to the brightest mango orange. Every color around you starts to become more golden and even your skin itself sparkles more beautifully.

So my question to you is – what are you wearing? Here are five colorful wedding looks inspired by twilight and sunset colors that can inspire your next wedding ensemble!

The electric colors typical for the South Asian mehndi wedding event always remind of brilliant sunsets – the kind that saturate the sky with every intense yellows, orange, hot pink and luminous gold. The outfits, the decor even the jovial mood of the dancing and singing – everything pops with color and culture. Let’s take color inspiration from Aaliyah's recent mehndi look, paired with a gold hijab.

Haute Hijab’s Perfect Satin hijab in Gold

Many people tend to stay away from prints for weddings, but I say – if it makes you feel as beautiful as Keleke felt in this look from Ri Mi, wear it, and wear it proudly! The color story seems to be directly hand-picked from a California evening sky. Paired with the 

, and sparkly accessories, this look is sure to be a hit for your next wedding guest invite.

When I saw this look on Dania this past Eid, I wanted to immediately add to cart! Colorful yet minimalist, elegant and modest – it was my whole personal wardrobe aesthetic in a single garment. How it flows over her shoulders is like a gentle wave on the beach! It’s usually at sundown that the color of the water becomes aquamarine and reflects those stunning hues of the sky. This dress is literally that moment and makes for a perfect wedding look. I would love to see this dress styled on bridesmaids, surrounding the blushing bride like the waves surrounding the beachfront.

, and you are set for your wedding event.

I’m not sure if Fatou was heading to a wedding here, but she is definitely dressed for the part! Fatou is usually a pants girl, and I love her 

. But she decided to expand her range with this stunning watercolor dress, complete with bold earrings and pulled-back ponytail. I literally stopped in my tracks! 

For those who want to wear color that’s not as intense as the colors I’ve already mentioned, this is a beautiful color palette, maybe more of a cloudy sundown, just after the rain. This elegant print that works so well as a wedding look, especially in this silky fabric and contemporary silhouette. The dress looks amazing on her, and I also love that it can easily be worn for hijab-wearing women as well with a mock turtleneck underneath to cover the neck or draping and tucking one's hijab properly for coverage.

I would be remiss if I didn’t include this gorgeous sunset inspiration from Hanan. Didn’t I tell you in the beginning of this article that every color gets more golden and rich at this time of day? Even the shimmer of her ensemble shines that much more elegantly as the sun fades into the horizon. Hijab to heel, it’s a perfect style for your next wedding look – just pair an open abaya with a slip dress and match the shoes to the dress and the hijab to the abaya.

To elevate your look, be sure to choose fabrics that are visually interesting, like Hanan’s 

shimmer and texture tend to take outfits to the next level. Find a similar hijab to Hanan’s at HH, such as 

I always take inspiration from the colors around me in nature, and this is your sign to do the same! If you get your color inspiration for your next wedding look from the natural colors of the waning of the daylight, let us know! 

Comment below and remember to include HH in your wedding looks this season.

Styled by the Sunset: How Sundown & Twilight Can Inspire Your Next Wedding Look

Beautiful floral all-over prints. Delicate laces dripping from sleeves and kurtas borders. Gorgeous cutwork designs that lend an air of elegance and sophistication. Brilliant reds, intense magentas, cool sages and creamy lattes. Desi (South Asian) spring clothing trends this year embody the dueling delicacy and intensity of spring freshness, growth and colors!

By February, we start to see hints and teases of the spring trends that will dominate Desi fashion, as designers drop hints of their new collections coming out through Instagram teases. And now, spring and it's accompanying Desi fashion is in full bloom!

Desi fashion isn't just for South Asians; its longer-length kurtas paired with wide-leg trousers, lenghas and/or slim pants (depending on what kind of silhouette you're going for) are popping up in Western fashion as well, with breezy, longer-length tunics and other forms of modestwear dominating the fashion scenes.

We've gathered some key looks from this spring's Desi fashion trends paired with our Haute hijabs to help you find looks that work for you! There's something for everyone!

Designer Saira Rizwan leans into one of this season's color trends – a deep red – with this beautiful kurta/pyjama outfit featuring tone-on-tone laces and cutwork.

Pakistani designer Asim Jofa keeps it cool and simple with this kurta and wide-leg pant outfit in a serene sage green that features intricate embroidery on the front and sleeves on cambric fabric.

Sobia Nazir's collection this year featured a bevy of beautiful laces covering her designs and cutwork that makes for a delicate, all-over look. She hits all the popular colors in her spring collection, from the blush pink featured here to deep magenta, warm blues and beautiful sage.

Designer Maria B is a veteran of the Desi fashion scene; she rolls out collection after collection that it's sometimes hard to keep up with all the inspiration she provides! This creamy coffee-colored outfit is in a classic lawn fabric with a chiffon dupatta and embroidered schiffli work on the sleeves and front.

If you want to make a statement, you can't go wrong with the stunning designs of Farah Talib Aziz, who leans into the magenta color trend here with hints of hot pink in the embroidery lining the sleeves and borders of this outfit. Cut from raw silk, this kurta features hand-made magenta, peach and hot pink silk thread-work flowers.

Which look are you drawn too? What Desi outfits are you wearing this spring? Share with us in the comments below!

Need Some Desi Outfit Inspo? Here are 5 Beautiful Looks Highlighting the Latest in Spring Trends!

It’s hard to believe we are in the final days of Ramadan, and Eid-ul-Fitr is just around the corner. Whether you’re an early bird and have your Eid clothes and hijab all planned out or a last-minute type of gal, it’s never a bad time to explore different hijab styles for your Eid outfit. 

I know it’s easy to get comfortable in your signature hijab style, but every now and then, especially on a special occasion like Eid, it’s nice to change it up and experiment with a different way to wrap your hijab. Go ahead - mix it up! To give you that extra push, I’ve already rounded up some beautiful style options for you!

My personal go-to hijab style, this is a Haute Hijab classic! We love our HH squares because they add the right amount of sophistication and flare. This hijab style is ideal with high collar, button up shirts and full coverage shirts with a high neckline. 

 is your girl if you are unsure how to style a square. Whether you choose to knot it and bring it over to the side, or keep it all 

 looks ultra chic in this style. To achieve this look, place your rectangle hijab to where you have one longer side and one shorter side. Tuck the shorter side into your top and wrap the longer side around your neck and let it fall over your shoulder. Perfect for adding a bit of flare to your Eid outfit!

If you’re Desi (South Asian like our The Haute Take editor, Dilshad), this style would look great with a Desi kurta outfit as well and allows you to showcase your dupatta with your hijab more tucked-in.

 makes this style look effortless and even has a 

on how she styled this loose-drape hijab. I love the fluidity of the overall look and that it is full coverage in the back. I also like that it is loose around the face for ultimate comfort throughout the day. This style is versatile and would look great with a flowy dress or an abaya.

This is one of my favorite styles because it can be done in two effortless ways. 

 looks picture perfect with both sides of her hijab draped over her shoulder and out of the way. This style is perfect for your high collar or button up outfits where you don’t need coverage in the front. This style is also perfect for accessorizing with earrings. Check out 

 styling her traditional attire in this hijab style.

 looks absolutely stunning in this print. She chose to drape the longer side of her hijab over her shoulder. This style works well when you need a bit more coverage.

@sincerelysalam in our Everyday Chiffon hijab in Dusty Lilac.

You can’t go wrong with a classic wrap. Salam wears it beautifully here (featured on our @hhspottedclub IG page) for the sunny spring weather, which makes it the perfect go-to style! Achieve this look by starting with a much shorter side and another longer side. Tuck in the short side and wrap the longer side around your head, securing on the side of your face or under your jaw bone and then drape over your shoulder.

Last but not least, here’s a jersey wrap for all of you jersey lovers out there. Usually the jersey has the reputation of “sweats for your head” for its comfortable and non-slip nature. However with its butter feel and slight sheen, the HH Jersey hijab can also be beautifully dressed up. I love how Hakeemah dresses it up in this full coverage, drape style that looks elegant while not compromising on comfort.

I hope you found some inspiration in this Eid hijab style LookBook, I know I have. These are just a few styles to try; there are so many other ways you can play around with your hijab to up your Eid look this year. We’d love to see you rocking your HH, so be sure to tag us #HHSpottedClub, and Happy Eid (in advance)!

Get Your Glam On With 6 Ways to Style Your Hijab for Eid

Fact: If you’re a Muslim woman, it’s most likely you’ll wear hijab at some point in your life, whether as the occasion arises, on a part-time basis or as a full-time covered woman. What do we mean by this? If we don’t wear hijab on the regular, we do reach for a hijab when we pray our regular 

prayers at the masjid, attend Eid prayers or perhaps when we go to a religious event.

If you wear a hijab as needed, you may not be aware of all the different options out there by way of fabric and style. Sometimes, we give so much care and attention to what we are wearing but forget to give that same care to our hijab - especially if we’re wearing it as the occasion warrants.

Here at Haute Hijab, we want to help you shift that mode of thinking. Your hijab is an important part of your entire ensemble, whether you wear it full time, part time or whenever you need to. And, as you prepare for Ramadan and plan for your salah, tarawih, Jummah prayers, Eid prayers, iftar get-togethers and more, you’ll want to make sure you have your wardrobe and hijabs ready.

 you can make sure your garments and hijabs are ready for Ramadan.)

So, what kind of hijab should you wear with different outfits? Keep reading to find out!

1. An Iftar Event – Maxi Dress with a Chiffon + Underscarf or Bamboo Woven

Chiffon hijab is on the top, Ultimate Underscarf in the middle and Woven hijab on the bottom.

Whether we’re hosting our own iftar, going to an iftar at a friend’s house or at your local mosque, pairing a classic long-sleeve maxi dress with a chiffon or woven hijab is a great way to go. If you want to secure your hijab before leaving home and wear it for the entire iftar event, our sleek 

 is a great option. For those who are new to chiffon but want that polished look, try one of our 

(Struggling to properly wear a hijab? Here’s a foolproof breakdown in 

One other way to go, especially if you want to wear your hijab just at fast-breaking or salah time, is to wear one of our 

. These beauties can be draped around your neck and then worn to cover your hair when you need to.

Check out the inspo above and get the look here: 

2. Tarawih – An Abaya with a Jersey or Bamboo Woven

Jersey hijab is on the top and Woven hijab is on the bottom.

One of the best parts about having 1-2 abayas as your tarawih fallback is that it looks elegant and can cover whatever you are wearing. (We’ve ALL seen the pajama bottoms peeking out underneath an abaya. 🙂) When you’re in a hurry after breaking your fast to head to tarawih, or if you’re having iftar and praying Maghreb and tarawih at the mosque, an abaya can be your best friend.

When you buy an abaya, many come with some sort of chiffon hijab. But we suggest, especially if you don’t wear hijab on the regular, that you pair it with a matching 

. Our Jersey hijabs have the perfect amount of stretch and sheen to give it a polished look while making it super easy to wrap with no pins. If you’re looking for something a little lighter and more breathable go for one of our Bamboo Wovens. It feels great on your head and can also be secured with our 

3. Friday/Jummah Prayers – Abaya with a Bamboo Woven

We’re going with an abaya again for Jummah prayers, and here’s why: Let’s say you’re a working woman. Being able to throw on an abaya over your clothes as you go to the mosque from work is a great solution to get into salah mode for Jummah prayers. In any situation, wearing an abaya over whatever you have on to the mosque is a wonderful way to make sure you are in a prayerful state of mind and in designated salah clothes. Pair this with a Bamboo Woven, which can be wrapped loosely or tightly and tucked into your abaya, and you’re good to go!

We know black is the go-to color for an abaya, but if you're willing to bring some color into your life, go for it!

Check out this inspo and get the look here: 

4. Religious Gathering – A Co-Ord set with a Printed Woven

Maybe you’ll be attending an iftar for someone’s first fast. Maybe you’ll be invited to a halaqa or some sort of lecture. There are all sorts of 

-related events where we may want a hijab to wear. Try availing the ongoing trend of beautiful co-ords (monochromatic tops and bottoms) with one of our 

, which gives you the ability to easily wrap your hijab and add some pop and interest to your outfit!

Check out the inspo above and get a similar look here: 

5. Eid Prayers – A Desi Kurta/Pant with a Chiffon or Bamboo Woven

Chiffon hijab is on the top and Woven hijab is on the bottom.

We’re going full-on Desi for this last outfit to show some love to our South Asian family!

It doesn’t matter what your cultural background is, many of us spend a while thinking about what we want to wear for Eid ul Fitr. Eid is a time for celebration and looking our best, and this can take some planning to make sure you have your outfit ready AND the best hijab to pull it all together when you go for prayers. For those of us who are South Asian (or if you just love this type of an outfit), who wear some variation of kurta/shalwar/pyjama/pant outfits for Eid, this definitely can take advanced planning to find what you want and order it to your size or have it sewn to your size. 

And all too often, if we don’t wear hijab on the regular, we can forget to give importance to making sure we have the right hijab to go with our outfit!

that comes with your desi outfit to wear for Eid salah, but those dupattas can be too big, slippery and unmanageable over your hair. Trust us on this one – get yourself a complimenting hijab! We suggest one of our 

) if you want to secure your hijab before you leave home, or one of our 

 if you want to wear it loose and put your hijab on just for salah or 

The takeaway here? Take time to think about your hijab like you do your whole outfits for these different occasions and events in Ramadan. You’ll want to feel comfortable, elegant and beautiful from top to bottom, and this means prioritizing your hijabs and making sure you have the best ones!

Whether You’re a Hijabi or Not, This Ramadan Fit/Hijab Inspo Is For You!

. Have you heard the news? We have stocked our 

We’re so excited to bring the spotlight back on our Recycled Chiffon Hijabs, which are now stocked in four best-selling colors: 

. These beauties marry the effortless chic of our chiffon hijabs with some slight differences and an emphasis on tech, sustainability, faith and fashion.

It’s the texture, says HH Product Manager Elizabeth Walsh.

“It has more of a pronounced crepe than our Everyday Chiffons, which is really great if you’re somebody who wants to start wearing chiffons and just can’t manage, or if you’re someone who does love to wear chiffon but wishes it could be slightly more grippy,” says Elizabeth.

 are a really good place to start on your journey with chiffons.They’re easier to wear because they have slightly more texture and stretch,” Elizabeth explains. “It’s not the fiber itself that is stretchy, but the way the fabric is woven that gives it slightly more stretch than our Everyday Chiffons.

“So you can securely wrap it and it kind of locks in,” says Elizabeth. “Plus, I really love them because I know each hijab is doing its small part to reduce plastic bottles from littering our oceans.”

, a company that uses blockchain technology to create products out of recycled plastics to more sustainably develop polyester fabric. This partnership allows our customer to get her favorite go-to chiffon hijab while helping to reduce plastic waste.

For every 40” by 40” square Recycled Chiffon Hijab, eight plastic water bottles are used; seven per every 68” by 27” rectangle hijab. In addition to reducing plastic waste, the production of this hijab uses 70 percent less energy, produces 75 percent less CO2, and uses 86 percent less water than virgin polyester (which is what regular chiffon fabric is made of), according to the 

With this new stock of colors, HH is having our factory in Dubai take the recycled chiffon fabric from Waste2Wear and make the hijabs instead of having Waste2Wear create the finished hijab product. This helps us maintain control of the manufacturing and creation process of the Recycled Chiffon Hijabs, which in turn brings to you the quality of HH hijabs that you have grown accustomed to.

This is all part of our efforts to help reduce the eight million tons of plastic waste that enters our oceans every year.

Just reflect on that for a moment. With Ramadan coming in a few weeks, think about Ramadans past – praying tarawih at the masjid, the massive amounts of plastic disposable water bottles consumed at iftar and throughout prayer and then discarded in overflowing garbage bins at the end of the night. Where does that ultimately end up if not recycled properly?

We’ve been working for several years now in our journey to become more and more sustainable and eco-friendly, beginning with sourcing deadstock fabric for our chiffon prints, bringing you our 

 made from innovative, more sustainably produced fabrics. But there is always more to do. Our earth is drowning in plastic, and we want to give it a new purpose. Each small step is a step in the right direction that is incumbent upon us to embrace as Muslims.

The Prophet Muhammad (saw) told his followers they would be rewarded by God for taking care of the Earth. He said: “If any Muslim plants any plant and a human being or an animal eats of it, he will be rewarded as if he had given that much in charity.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari, 8:41). We owe it to our earth to protect it as an 

, and we pray this hijab is but one small way to do so.

Recycled Chffons are Back, & What Makes Them Different is What Makes Them Great

 have been called the #KingofJersey and "sweatpants for your head" for years, and there's good reasons for that! Our soft, stretchy Premium Jersey is effortless to style and outrageously comfortable to wear, with a subtle sheen that adds polish to your look. 

So, what is it about a good jersey hijab that makes it such a favorite? If you’re one of the many women who have worn our premium jersey, you’ll know that it’s a cult favorite due to its perfect weight, stretch, size and quality. The thing about an HH 

 is that while it’s perfect for all things casual – think of it as your “go anywhere” hijab you can throw on and go – it’s also something that you can pair with dressier outfits and wrap in numerous styles!

Best part? No underscarf or pins needed for this perfect fabric. (Click 

 for learn everything you need to know about our Premium Jersey Hijabs and about jersey fabric in general.)

So of course we LOVE our Jersey hijabs, but what about you? We asked you on our 

 what you loved about our Jersey hijabs, and 

1. It sits perfect all day long regardless of how I move.

2. The material is designed to prevent slipping. It doesn't require a pin. It's durable and comfortable.

3. A workwear staple to an evening out – legit [I'm] constantly only wearing jerseys!

4. The weight – not too heavy, not too light. Just perfect!

5. The ability to wear it to work for a 12-hour hospital shift and still feel comfy.

6. Easiest to wear and felt like a small, comfy blanket on my head in the best way!

7. They were my go-to hijab after I had cancer and had to go to the hospital all the time.

8. Elegant, classy and easy to carry. My all-time favorite!

9. Being stretchy enough to use it with my stethoscope.

10. The material is of far better quality than anything else out there. It's totally smooth with extra finesse!

11. So comfortable and they stay on without pins, magnets, etc.

12. I need a whole loungewear set in this jersey material! Feels so good on the skin!

Are you a fan of our Jersey hijabs? What do you like about them? Share with us in the comments below!

12 Women Share Why HH Jersey Hijabs Really Are the #KingofJersey

I need the right shade of a blue hijab to go with this outfit I have. What does Haute Hijab have to offer by way of pink and blush shades? I want to get a Cascade Pleat Hijab, but how do I style it? 

Questions like these come through our inbox and through DMs and comments all the time. Most frequently we're asked about if we carry hijabs in certain colors and how to style different types of hijabs. In our commitment to keep improving upon your hijab wearing and buying experience, we've created some areas on our website to help you find exactly what you're looking for!

In our main navigation menu (located at the top of our website on a desktop computer and in the hamburger menu on the left-hand side of your screen on your mobile device) when you open up 

, you'll see the first category, Hijabs. And when you click on that to scroll down through the categories, we've got a new one for you – "

." This takes you to a gorgeous page with 12 categories of colors. From 

 (and so much more), you're sure to find the hijab you desire in the color you're looking for.

Once you click into a color category, everything we have available in that palette appears. For example, if you are looking for something in the shade of green and click on "

," 12 different hues of green hijabs in a variety of fabrics appear – from 

Go ahead and play around; see all the gorgeous colors we have to offer across all our hijab categories!

, we've put out more hijab tutorials then we can even remember. With our hijab fabrics evolving due to our 

 and new hijab categories being introduced, we decided to bring all the latest and most relevant and useful hijab video tutorials 

, with links below each video so you can easily shop the corresponding collection.

In the main navigation menu, you'll see the category of "

" listed. Click on that to get to our hijab tutorials page and see tutorial videos that help you style our Fine Pleats, Bamboo Wovens, Cascade Pleats, hijabs and turtlenecks and so much more! And if you still have styling questions? No worries; we got you, sis. Email us any time at 

What else would help you find the perfect hijab and the best way to style it? What can we do to make your hijab shopping experience better? Let us know in the comments below!

Shop by Color and Hijab Tutorials – Check Out What's New at Haute Hijab!

Creating a capsule wardrobe can be challenging, especially for women who dress modestly. We have to ensure that certain parts of our bodies are covered no matter what we wear and in a way that isn’t attention-drawing, and that can be hard to boil down to just a few pieces that can work for many women with different body types.

I like to think of capsule wardrobes as undeniable, core pieces of clothing that you repeatedly wear. Key features are accessibility (these pieces should be relatively easy to find online or in-store) and versatility. Based on your body type, height, culture, lifestyle and what level of modesty you ascribe to, narrowing down to a few pieces that can relate to all women is tough.

(Check out this story about how to create a 

To be more inclusive, I asked five diverse women in my network what they would consider to be their capsule wardrobe pieces. Some had similar non-negotiable pieces, even though size and lifestyle were varied. I asked them, “If you had to choose three pieces for a capsule modest wardrobe, what would you choose and why?” Here are their responses. Hopefully their advice can help you, depending on the variables of your body and life, choose long-lasting pieces for a core capsule wardrobe!

(Oh, the best part about this? For those of us wearing hijab, what we choose to pair with our outfits isn't dependent on height or body type. So be sure to peruse Haute Hijab's 

 and stock up on all the hijabs you need for your capsule wardrobe!)

 (5'7, size 20) – Blazer, Long Button-Up Blouse, the “Everything Dress”

Summar styling a long button up blouse, trench and wide leg trousers.

Having a great blazer is simply a closet staple for all women. It's good for layering and dressing up or down. A button-up blouse is another layering closet staple. I love a good long or printed button up to tie a look together or give it the pop it needs while staying modest. Lastly, the “everything dress” is a good quality, solid-colored dress that you can wear with everything and anywhere depending how it's styled. A good dress that can be worn with sneakers and a denim jacket or even an open abaya and heels.

 (5’2, size 6-8) – Open Abaya, Wide Leg Pants and a Blazer

Nada styling sequined wide leg pants, perfect for this wintery-holiday season.

 I fell in love with abayas after visiting Dubai, and my collection started growing. I think an open, plain abaya is such a versatile piece. You could close it up with a belt or a brooch or choose to leave it open like a cardigan or a duster. It has the power to elevate any outfit, casual or dressy, while keeping the outfit modest.

The second piece would be wide-leg pants. A pair of wide leg pants are a must in every wardrobe but especially important for us shorter girls. You can keep the pants on the longer side so that you can wear them with heels; it immediately makes your legs seem miles longer (always a plus for the fun-sized crew like myself). Wide leg pants can also be worn with sneakers and can be worn with a longer top or a shorter top tucked in. The possibilities are endless.

Third, I would include a statement blazer. I have a slight obsession with blazers! Whenever I am wearing a plain outfit I just throw on a blazer, and it immediately transforms it. You can either just drape it on your shoulders or actually wear it. You can pair it with jeans, over a dress, with slacks, with a skirt, etc. You can really add a blazer to ANY outfit and make it 100 times better. I buy longer blazers, which are a lot easier to find now than they were a few years ago. Oversized blazers are very modest and chic.

 (5’2, size 8) – Blazer, Loose Blouse and Black Pants

Alex in her professional studio in a smart black blazer.

 I love how blazers are versatile and could be casual business wear and even used for evening events. I even use blazers when I wear a dress and just pop on a belt and tada – you are set! I own blazers in neutral black and tan, but I also have bright pink or green and use them for a pop of color in my outfit.

You also can't go wrong with a loose blouse and black pants. The three articles [of clothing] I chose are also my go-to look, especially being an entrepreneur mom of two and not having the time to plan outfits. I think it gives me a professional look, and I feel really fun and put-together with these three pieces.

(5’2, size 8) – Oversized Trench, Loose Abaya/Dress and Nude Leggings

 If I can pick three items for a feminine, modest wardrobe , they would be an oversized trench, a loose abaya or dress and nude leggings. I wear the nude leggings to prevent my thighs from rubbing under most dresses, and also adds an extra layer of modesty if my dress comes up. Gloria styling a flowy all-neutral look with an open abaya

 (5’11, size 12) - Wide Leg Pants or Jeans, a Neutral-Colored Maxi Cardigan/Sweater, High-Waisted Mom Jeans

Faiza is comfy and cozy in a maxi-length cardigan and high-waisted jeans.

 With the weather changing, I’m currently living in a maxi sweater and it pretty much goes with everything! I can pull it over a short-sleeve top or even wear it with fitted pants or leggings. It is long and loose enough to provide modest coverage. The fact it’s a neutral color means it goes with pretty much everything and it’s quick and easy for my busy mom-on-the-go lifestyle with four sons.

Capsule wardrobes can be tricky, and when my editor Dilshad and I were discussing this article, I explained to her that depending on a woman’s body type, what she will choose for her modest, go-to pieces will differ. Here’s what I’ve learned by speaking with a variety of women of different heights and sizes: 

Blazers definitely are a favorite amongst these women! Blazers can really elevate a look by adding coverage, color, and sophistication. Also, any long layering piece, such as Gloria’s open abaya or Faiza’s cardigan, are effective in creating long, flowing lines to your look, which is both elegant and flattering.

If you had to choose three essential items from your wardrobe, what would they be? Do you see some of your faves represented by the women here? Let us know in the comments!

How to Create the Perfect Modest Capsule Wardrobe for Your Body Type & Lifestyle

Before modest fashion became more accessible in the past about 10 years, the thrift store used to be the one of the only places I could find modest clothing. I would scour the racks for loose silhouettes of the past and remix it with contemporary pieces to make a style all my own. What started as a quest to find clothing that covered me properly became an endorphin-inducing shopping thrill when I realized just how affordable it was for a hijabi to shop secondhand.

If you haven’t tried thrifting, truly you are missing out.

I would find long skirts with no slits at the thrift store at a fraction of the cost at the new Islamic fashion websites that were just starting to become popular. I could buy five second-hand, unique skirts for the price of one skirt online that everyone and their momma was already wearing!

detrimental effects of fast fashion on environmental catastrophes

, such as global warming, I started to understand that shopping second hand was more just a personal hobby – it was a lifestyle change that could make a more global impact. All my needs were met at the thrift store –– unique, conscious, modest and affordable clothing.

There are many Muslim-owned modest clothing businesses out there that we should support; and, 

that mainstream department stores and major brands are also now catering to modest wear fashion. That has been such a gain in the past decade. However, the affordability of modest clothing is a huge barrier for some women who need to shop on a budget, but want to be covered.

Oftentimes, modest clothing is more pricey, and converts to Islam frequently complain that it is tough to transform a whole wardrobe to modest clothing after becoming a Muslim without spending an arm and a leg. Adding in the factor if you’re a curvy, tall or plus-sized woman, and that means that you have to spend more to layer your outfits or pay that extra $10+ per item for more fabric.

At the thrift store, these problems are less of a burden, because in the hodgepodge of the racks, you may find the perfect loose jeans in a size 16 for $5 – the same price as the size six jeggings on the next rack. Quality at the thrift store is also a mixed bag – a high-quality Ann Taylor blazer might be $2.99 right next to a lower quality Forever 21 blazer marked at $6.99. The thrift store levels the playing field.

If you haven’t tried thrifting, give it a go. Build your 

seasonal capsule wardrobe of long-term pieces

. And then I would encourage trips to the thrift store every seasonal change to add some new-to-you, low-price items to mix with items you already own. Or, if you love high-end fashion but not the high-end prices, try your luck at your local thrift stores!

Here are three fall outfits of mine that mix some thrifted finds with one essential, staple dress I bought at a modest fashion online boutique – a black, long-sleeved dress. The dress was about $40, but the thrifted finds range from $4 to $8 only! I’ve included some tips when considering what to buy to add to your wardrobe, because even though a thrift store find may be a bargain, you don’t want to add unnecessary clothing to your wardrobe.

Look/Tip #1: Think about what compliments your current wardrobe.

Hakeemah sports a thrifted cardigan with her favorite sneakers and her 

When shopping at the thrift store, look for colors that already compliment pieces in your current wardrobe. Think about this one important question – “What will I wear this with?” I spotted this camel and white cardigan in the blazer aisle of my local thrift store. I knew that it would be perfect with my current favorite pair of sneakers. I paired it with a pop of red with my sunglasses and bag, and of course,

Look/Tip 2: Don’t be afraid to look at shoes!

Hakeemah's wearing her thrifted all-leather woven loafers with a great outfit and her 

It may be an unpopular opinion, but I would suggest taking a look at the shoes at the thrift store as well. Just because it’s second-hand, doesn’t mean it’s worn out and falling apart. In fact, the thrift store associates often throw out unsanitary items, so the shoes I’ve seen at thrift stores are in wearable condition. My tip is – keep an eye out for shoes in even better condition than that! These vintage, all-leather, woven loafers were only $6, were barely worn and look great with my outfit. The reversible wool scarf is also thrifted – two bucks only! This ensemble was not complete without an HH hijab – I’m wearing 

Look/Tip 3: Look for unique fabrics to add interest to your wardrobe!

It's a beautiful day in thrifting with these olive heels and swing top.

That day was an excellent shoe day at the thrift store! In this look, I thrifted these beautiful olive heels, and the gold swing top. Tip number three is to look for fabrics that are unique and would make your outfit more interesting. It’s hard to find this soft fabric with metallic finish in your local mall, especially in a long length and loose silhouette. But it was at the thrift store for $3 only! I matched the olive shoes with an olive hijab (try our 