The rationale for the abaya is often attributed to the Quranic quote, "O Prophet, tell your wives and daughters, and the believing women, to cover themselves with a loose garment. They will thus be … See more

Outside some states such as Saudi Arabia, Yemen, UAE, Qatar and Pakistan the abaya is not widely worn by Muslim women. Abaya also refers to different garments in different countries. In Arab states of the Persian Gulf, they … See more

In August 2023, French education minister Gabriel Attal said that abayas would be banned in state schools as they breached the "principle of secularism". On 4 September, the first day of the new academic year, French schools sent 67 girls home for … See more

In the mid-20th century, the influence of Western fashion began to permeate the Arab world. This led to a significant transformation in abaya design. While the basic silhouette remained the same, new fabrics like silk, chiffon, and lace were introduced. … See more

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