Hijab Series: The Hijab Series is a series of blog posts answering all the who, what, when, where and why's of wearing the Hijab. Instead of putting everything you need to know about wearing the Hijab into one post, I decide to divide it up into a bunch of much shorter blog posts. I have tried my best to answer everything that I wish I had known before wearing the Hijab, but if there's anything else you want me to add, be sure to comment it below!
For many, taking the first step towards wearing a Hijab can be a difficult one. I, as well as many other Muslim women can relate. The first step that a woman must take before wearing a Hijab is to understand the purpose of it. I've already explained that purpose in my previous post: The Commandment of Hijab. Without understanding the true purpose and benefits of Hijab, you will not understand the beauty of it. Once you have understood that by wearing a Hijab you are pleasing Allah, your Creator, the following steps becomes a lot easier. Here is a list of some of the most common questions/comments that Muslim girls think of, that stop them from wearing the Hijab:
- What will others think?
- I don't even have 'Hijab friendly' clothing.
- I don't know how to wear the Hijab.
- I won't look good in Hijab.
- No one in my family wears the Hijab.
Take a moment to analyze what these comments/questions have in common. Who are you trying to please by making these comments? It doesn't sound like you are wearing it for Allah, does it? Instead, you're thinking of what other people will think of you and how they will react. So once again, you need to understand your purpose for wearing the Hijab. This purpose shouldn't be that your mother, the Sadr, or Huzur (may Allah strengthen his hands) have told you to wear it . Instead, you should remember that Allah has commanded you to wear it. When you don't recognize this concept and this commandment prior to wearing the Hijab, it becomes a whole lot harder (as you will notice in My Hijab Story) to accept it. To make it easier for you, I have compiled a few simple steps that can allow you to transition into Hijab with ease.
STEP 1
Understand the purpose of Hijab, and have the correct mindset.
STEP 2
Buy Hijabs with which you can express your personality. If floral prints are your thing, go for floral printed hijabs! Perhaps you like solid colours, opt for those instead. Whatever you need to do to make the Hijab your own, do it.
STEP 3
Watch tutorials on YouTube to learn various ways of styling the Hijab. Or, if you have sisters and friends that wear the Hijab, ask them to teach you the method of wrapping it. This way, you can find the style that you feel most confident in!
STEP 4
Buy wardrobe essentials instead of feeling the need to change your entire wardrobe just to wear the Hijab. Layering pieces are key to transiting your less Hijab-friendly pieces into more modest outfits. This includes, cardigans, jackets, coats and sweaters. After buying a few of these key pieces, you will not find it impossible to transition into wearing a Hijab because you can gradually transition the shirts and pants you wear under your layering pieces over time.
STEP 5
Prepare your friends/colleagues ahead of time. Try to bring up discussion that you will be wearing the Hijab and why you're excited to make this change. By doing so, it won't be a complete shock to them when you walk into school/work with a Hijab on. However, be prepared for people who will try their best to make you change your mind. Pray and stay firm in your decision and remind them that you're wearing it for Allah and no one else.
STEP 6
Wear the Hijab - I'm sure you'll rock it!
And it's as simple as that! I really do hope that this was helpful to you and serves as a guide for those who are thinking of wearing the Hijab.
I pray that Allah helps you to make the right decision, while making the transition easier for you, Ameen!
More Posts in the Hijab Series -
Hijab Series: My Hijab Story
