3 Ways to Put On a Hijab - wikiHow (2024)

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There are many different ways to wear hijab. The basic triangle method will keep it in place all day, making it a good option for school or work. If you're looking for a more mature, fashionable option, try using a pashmina to create a more elegant look with a side pin. If you want the fastest possible option, consider getting a one or two-piece Al-Amira that you can just slip over your head, with no layering or pinning required.

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Basic Triangle Style

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    Choose a square-shaped scarf. This method works well with a lightweight, square-shaped scarf made from any type of fabric. Choose a light satin or cotton fabric works well in the summer, and a heavier wool fabric is warm for winter. You will also need two scarf pins.

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    Fold the top right corner to the bottom left corner. The folded scarf is now shaped like a triangle.[1]

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    Place the scarf over your head. The widest part of the triangle should fall at the top of your forehead, with the two corners draped over your shoulders. The third corner of the triangle is at the back of your head.[2]

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    Pinch the edges of the scarf under your chin. Open your mouth to form an "O" while doing this, so your jaw will have room to move around once the hijab is in place. Pin the scarf under your chin.

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    Cross the corners of the scarf over your neck. Cross the left side to the right, and the right side to the left. Drape the tails over your shoulders.

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    Pin the tails of the scarf behind your head. Lift up the back corner of the scarf and pin the ends at the back of your head, then drape the corner over the pinned part.

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    Adjust as needed. Make sure the scarf is straight and securely in place.

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    Choose a rectangular scarf. A pashmina or another large rectangular scarf works well here. You will also need one pin.

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    Drape it over your head. The edge of the scarf should pass over the top of your forehead, with the sides draping over your shoulders. Adjust the scarf so that one side hangs down twice as low as the other.

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    Wrap the long end of the scarf around your chin and over your head. Drape the end of the scarf over your opposite shoulder.[3]

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    Pin the end in place on the side of your head. Use a scarf pin to keep the scarf in place.[4]

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    Adjust the scarf as needed. The scarf should look as though it forms one long, flowing loop around your head and under your chin. Make sure it's secure and won't slip off.

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    Choose a one or two-piece Al-Amira scarf. The one-piece version is made with a hole in the middle, so you can easily slip it over your head. The two piece version also includes an underscarf for extra coverage on your head.

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    Place the underscarf on your head. Put it on like you would a headband. It should sit over your forehead, to provide extra coverage there. If you have a one-piece version, you can skip this step.

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    Slide your head through the opening of the scarf. Arrange it so that your face is encircled by the scarf, with its folds draping over your shoulders, chest and back.[5]

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    Arrange the folds in a comfortable fashion. Make sure it's securely in place and won't fall off.

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    Is it mandatory for a mature Muslim girl to wear a burka?

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    When in the presence of non-mahram men (i.e. men that are permissible to marry), Muslim girls must cover themselves and remain modest. A burka specifically is not required though.

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    Where can I get a hijab? I just did my shahada and want one.

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    You can buy it online or from an Islamic store.

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    A safety pin works just as fine. You can find it at any supply store. But if you're looking for something more fancy and decorative, I suggest you look in the Muslim malls or stores where you can find abaya, khamis, and hijab. If there aren't any near you, you can purchase a scarf pin online.

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      • Think about the weather for that day. If it's going to be hot, don't wear thick or heavy material. Pick something that gets a breeze through it and isn't transparent (unless you have an under-scarf that covers your hair and neck).

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      • Always ensure that you have tied your hair well to avoid any leak outs from the hijab.

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      To wear a hijab in the basic triangle style, start by choosing a square-shaped scarf and folding the top right corner to the bottom left corner to make a triangle. Next, place the scarf over your head so the widest part of the triangle falls at the top of your forehead and the corners drape over your shoulders. Then, to size your hijab open your mouth to form an “O” while you pinch the edges of the scarf under your chin and cross the corners over your neck. Finally, drape the tails over your shoulders, and pin them behind your head. To learn how to wear a side-pinned hijab, keep reading!

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