samedi 19 octobre 2013

Emerging Styles Of Islamic Clothing Fashion Abaya

By Elena McDowell


The Islamic clothing fashion Abaya styles are modernizing slowly with enterprising Emerati designers taking the lead. Their colorful and vibrant new take on the traditionally, simple black garment is even inspiring some change in Saudi Arabia.

Similar to the burqa, it is not the same attire with a different name. A burqa is a South Asian garment covering the body completely in one piece of fabric. A piece of netted material allows a person to look out. Abayas loosely cover bodies from the neck to the feet. The addition of veils and headscarves provides further coverage to an extent similar to burqas. The Niqab can be made from fabric or a plastic material.

This customary type of clothing is native to the Gulf region. Bedouin cultural toots are reflected in this garb. Black has been typical in the Emirates, but other shades are normal for natives of other Gulf countries. Locals can distinguish the national origin of Abaya wearers from the styling. Originally, it was sold cut from one piece and designed to cover the entire body. Its present structure consists of more than one piece of cloth. The wealth of its wearer can be discerned from the quality of fabric and decorative trimmings.

Evolution in Emirati style is a natural development of exposure to foreigners. Emirate natives reside in an international center and participate in foreign travel. This exposure provides fertile soil for local talents eager to try new things. Bringing a contemporary touch to customary clothing is a natural complement for customers accustomed to living in a modern era. The design variations remain true to local culture and religious norms. With the absence of a religious police, local customers have more freedom to wear different styles in public places.

It was not long ago that Gulf natives only felt comfortable revealing their fashion sense at family gatherings or gender specific parties. In public, when not traveling abroad, the standard color remained the accepted norm. But today, the new designers are bringing a new spirit to this traditional garment. Different fabric, designs and embellishments are giving a new twist to tradition by offering Gulf women a variety of styles to choose from. Fashionable changes are also drawing increasing South Asian women to exchange this fashionable change from their customary Burqas.

Changes are also coming to conservative Saudi Arabia. Saudi fashion designer Eman Al-Mandeel is one of several adventurous faces. She was inspired by living in Dubai and is leading evolution of traditional wear at home. Colorful additions, different fabrics and decorations are allowing Saudi women to display their individuality. They are replacing the formal anonymity of traditional black, at least in private.

But, change is slow. Riyadh demonstrates the austerity of accepted custom remains a preference. Any ornamental elements are only subtle embellishments. The sway of religious police maintains the pubic norm is standard attire. But, privately women are trying on new creations. Emerging designs are bringing a modern twist to their customary form of clothing.

New talents are expanding the possibilities for this dress by developing a range of styles for different occasions. Some are even bolder and experiment with innovative material such as fabric made from bamboo. They are giving a contemporary twist to traditional wear and taking it to new heights for adventurous customers. A modernizing spirit is merging religious and cultural customs with current style in Islamic clothing fashion Abaya trends.




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  2. Changing trends of Islamic fashion has been adopted by almost every Muslim country. More new trends of Islamic fashion are coming to the market.

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