Indonesian Hijab: What is it?

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Indonesian hijabs are head coverings popular among Indonesian Muslim women, with edges of the fabric wrapped around the head or tied behind the neck. While not mandatory in most parts of Indonesia, wearing a hijab is a voluntary expression of religious values. Women can choose from basic or modern hijab styles, with some opting for bold colors and intricate patterns. Tutorials on how to wear an Indonesian hijab are available online.

An Indonesian hijab is a style of head covering popularized by Indonesian Muslim women. These types of hijabs are different from most other types in that the edges of the fabric used to create the hijab look are wrapped around the head or tied behind the neck. In some cases, the Indonesian hijab can be layered with a cap and a second hijab to create a two- or three-color hijab layer.

For most Indonesian women, wearing a hijab is a voluntary expression of religious values. Only in certain parts of Indonesia is it considered mandatory clothing for women. Wearing a luxurious hijab made from fine fabrics or created by well-known designers is sometimes seen as a status symbol for wealthy women who wear the Indonesian hijab.

Many Muslim women choose to wear a basic style of hijab, which usually comes in a solid color and is worn in a very basic style that covers the head, all of the hair, and the neck. However, other women choose to wear more modern hijab fashions. These tend to include bolder colors, intricate patterns, and can even be accessorized with various items like beads and pins. Women shopping for a new hijab sometimes even buy fashion scarves from non-Muslim retailers and wrap the scarves to create a trendy hijab look.

Muslim women in Indonesia are not the only ones who wear the Indonesian hijab. Women in other countries are often influenced by the hijab styles worn by women in different parts of the world. For example, some women in Malaysia who wear hijabs may choose to wear an Indonesian hijab or a Turkish hijab. With modest dress being the main reason for wearing a hijab, most people can’t find fault with a woman who chooses to experiment with different hijab styles. However, in places where the hijab is mandatory, it is important that whatever style is chosen is one that covers the entire head, including the hair, as well as the neck and chest area.

Tutorials instructing women on how to wrap and wear an Indonesian hijab are featured on various websites and blogs. Within these, different styles are usually featured, such as those that tie behind the neck, those that wrap around the head, and those that are draped in a way that they cover the neck and chest as well as the head. The precise colors and fabrics chosen for an Indonesian hijab can be according to the preferences of the wearer.




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