Young, urban women in Afghanistan are increasingly ditching the all-enveloping blue burqa with a face mesh that has become a ...

Traditionally, the abaya was black or dark in color, reflecting a conservative approach. In present times, however, its design and aesthetics can vary between regions and communities.

The abaya has undergone a quiet yet powerful transformation. What was once a strictly traditional garment has evolved into a ...

Growing up in London, the abaya was never part of my wardrobe. There was simply no need for it, no cultural space where it felt relevant. But here, it’s found a way to be woven into my wardrobe.

An abaya (Arabic for "toga" or "cloak") is an over-garment, often loose and light, worn from the shoulders to the feet. It is similar to the djellaba worn in North Africa or the qamis worn in ...

Abayas have also never been formally classified as religious items, according to Brengarth. “The main argument is that the abaya is not defined by the executive government and the executive power.

A ban on wearing the abaya in French schools is causing an uproar France's education minister has banned the wearing of the popular long robe known as the abaya in schools. He says it is a symbol ...

(MENAFN- The Conversation) Worn by some Muslim women, an abaya is a long, loose-fitting, robelike garment that covers the entire body, except for the face, hands and feet. Through the abaya, women ...

In some conservative countries, the abaya is part of expected dress. But in countries where Muslims are in the minority, the abaya can be a way for women to connect with their religious identity.