Apparently there are many types of headscarf worn by Muslim women for modesty and to align with the traditions of bashfulness laid out by haya .
Stupidly we have been very lazy and using the generic term "Hijab" حجاب literary curtain or cloth barrier
To avoid confusion, I thought it might be useful to summarise what the types of head coverings
Apparently there are many types of headscarf worn by Muslim women for modesty and to align with the traditions of bashfulness laid out by haya .
Stupidly we have been very lazy and using the generic term "Hijab" حجاب literary curtain or cloth barrier
To avoid confusion, I thought it might be useful to summarise what the types of head coverings
Burqa - A loose fitting cape offering fully body coverage. A small mesh window allows the wearer to see.
Niqab - A veil which fully covers the face and head but the eyes are uncovered allowing us to gaze into the lady's soul
Hijab - A square cloth scarf covering the head and neck
Chador - A full length robe like dress to be worn over more flattering under garments. It can be word in combination with other items.
Shayla - A longer scarf wrapped and pinned around the head and then allowed to trail. This tail can be used to make into a Niqab
Al Amira - A two piece Hijab
Khimar - A larger hijab cape covering the head, neck and shoulders