I realized that most hijabi fashion blogs out there get their inspiration from the runway, and as much as I would like to be garbed head to toe in couture, my empty wallet knocks me on the head and reminds me to get back to reality.
And so i have decided, this blog shall have a slightly different angle. I would take a look at what is there on the streets and attempt to put together a collage of something I would wear. Maybe its function-centric, maybe its genre-centric, or maybe its just something based on the mood i'm in, but it'll definitely be something i'll wear out on the streets.
It might be something slightly different, something that stand out from the crowd, but hey, isnt fashion supposed to be interesting?
Lets get started.
Today i'd like to get to discuss the skinny. No, im not discriminating, I'm refering to skinny jeans. Some websites have firmly stated that this fad is a strict no - no, which i agree when the hijabi is wearing skin tight jeans and a tight shirt, which leaves nothing else to the imagination. Unsightly? I agree.
For a hijabi to pull of this look, there should be balance. First, start off with jeans that you dont need to peel off like a second skin. Theres no harm with buying a size or two larger than your usual size. A good belt will keep it firmly up. Next, since skinny jeans hug the thighs more than it should, all tops it should be worn with should be no shorter than mid-thigh. The closer it is to the knee, the better. For some, this would mean the Kurta ( also known as the Kameez, long shirt or tunic) but I only go that route on my lazy days.
Look 1.
For this look, Ive paired these acid washed skinny jeans with a the babydoll dress which should come all the way to the knees.
Loose and airy on the top and enough coverage to pull of this fad.
Pair it with a black hijab and red accessories, some gladiator flats and you're good to go.
Look 2
On days you wish you can just leave the house in jeans and a tank top, this look is very simple to put together.
A long, loose graphic tee paired with the acid jeans screams ( pun intended) laid back. Since graphic tees are mostly short or cap sleeves, a cotton long-sleeved t-shirt can be your best friend. Its mine. ( Tip: stock up when Zara or Dorothy Perkins are having sales, they can be as cheap as SGD$10 - i usually buy them in all the colours available !)
It is important that the tees are long and fall to the mid thighs, any shorter, as a muslimah, you will just look like a confused Muslimah.
Look 3.
Yes its the jeans again. The versatility would convince you that that splurge was worth it.
This time round for a slightly more formal twist, pair it with a boyfriend blazer ( think square and loose) and a long tank top. Since the weather can be unforgiving sometimes, i recommend searching for the perfect blazer. ( I found mine at SGD$30 at the best of blogshops at Far East Plaza). Thin material = Happy me.
The only minus point about blazers available these days is that they tend to be with 3/4 sleeves. I'm not comfortable with that so i opted for one of those arm sleeve thingies. Full coverage does not have to be difficult.
So if you have a presentation and refuse to look like something the corporate world spat out, i think this should do the trick.
Note: You notice that most of the footwear featured here are flats. I am a fan of heels but paired with skinny jeans, they scream out abit too much. So try to avoid that unless you're at an all ladies event or parading in your own room. :)
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