It's one thing to choose an abaya with flair and pizzazz, but it's quite another to blend ruffles with stripes and, hey, let's throw in some beading here and there. Stick to one accent if you like them.
Nothing is wrong with them. There are times when black is more acceptable, such as at funerals (a'aza). Can you get hassled for wearing them in public? In some crowds and places, yes.
Light ones for the summer and wool ones for the winter. If the weather is particularly chilly, you can also wear a brown or black farwa.
- If You Can't Find What You're Looking For, Create Your Own
Go to "Dakheel" for textiles, draw out your design, then hand it over to a tailor. It can also save you money.
- Purchase From A Retailer But Have It Customized
Customize your Abayas by adding a pocket (the coolest thing ever), a zipper if you don't like it opening all the time, or even turning it into a hoodie.
- Fitted and Shear Abayas are ineffective and negate the goal.
- Mix and match your tarhas, which is especially important if you are wearing colored ones.