Types of Islamic Clothing
- Exampe of Arab dress (http://www.everystockphoto.com/photo.php?imageId=4242291)
The only guideline for men's clothing is that it covers the body from the knee to the belly button. In practice, Muslim men throughout the world cover most of their bodies. - Islamic scholars generally agree that, while in public, a Muslim woman should cover her entire body except for her face and hands. Some believe a Muslim woman must cover her face as well.
- Clothing specific to Islam include the galabeya, the caftan, the thobe and the shalwar kameez.
- Woman Wearing Hijab (http://www.everystockphoto.com/photo.php?imageId=2243328)
The hijab is a Muslim woman's head covering and it has been a controversial issue for some Western countries. In 2004, France passed a law banning the wearing of headscarves in public schools. - In recent years, fashion designers such as Saouli, Artizara, and Taqwa Aquil have designed clothing that is modern, yet conforms to Islamic traditions.
