A new way of dressing

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There are many choices of "beautiful but modest" Muslimah clothes. But many hijabi sisters in my place still wear tight jeans. Maybe because "beautiful but modest" Muslimah clothes are expensive.

But about make up. Women in my place, including my wife, prefer to wear natural look make up that makes them look like without make up.
 
I have to be honest I do wear alittle ( foundation, blusher) sometimes that black eyeline I bought it some islamic shop r we allowed to wear it? But the other day I wore islamic dress( goes down to me ankles) I liked it then wearing western clothes. I did get strange looks but who cares!!!! Stare if u want punks!! Lol
 
CosmicPathos said:
even though that story is beautiful and emotional, it in no way answers my concern. That story relates to how other ppl should educate, it does not say anything about self-analysis and self-criticism. The story addresses the second step of correcting/educating oneself, while I am talking about the first step: of realizing that the problem exists in the first place and of taking steps to correct it. The old man is clearly an elderly, not in position to be self-critical to a large extent, and indeed did need outsiders to correct him.
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I'm going to provide my last response, and thereafter, to each their own.

As I mentioned above, people will grow at their own pace. Don't you think they know that the clothes they are wearing is immodest? It's not rocket science. When you think of a Muslimah, you think of someone in loose garments and Hijaab, perhaps even Niqaab. The sister asked WHY and I said because she has eyes. You are going to see things. Her question does not entail whether it is allowed or not allowed.

I believe it's quite obvious what is lawful and what is unlawful. I find people to respond better to compassion, too. When you accept them for who they are and you set that example through action, they will follow suit. For you to scold or reprimand them becomes redundant and often counter-productive.

If you ever went to a Desi wedding, you'll notice that when the Qur'an is being recited, people will put napkins over their heads etc. This shows that people DO know.

I do agree that it is important to educate them and inform them. I just don't believe in singling them out. I'm sure that's not what you're suggesting. I don't even remember what I'm talking about anymore so I'll stop talking now.
 
nfnmcmd said:
Asalaamualaikum.

Please explain why I see Sisters with tight clothing, bare necks, heavy makeup and smelling of perfume in Masjid? I realize we all come from different places but arent we all to follow what is mandated?
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walaikum assalam
yes we muslims have to follow the same Islamic teachings no matter where we live or which place we belong to..
you see sisters like this because either they don't know about it yet or they know it but prefer dunya over deen

" But you men love the present life of this world, and neglect the hereafter.(75:20-21)
 
Asalaamualaikum. I do appreciate all the information given to me from everyone. This is how I learn. Allah bless you.
 
The only painful thing to me is that they have made make up and sharp eye brows a common thing and even religious minded people compel you to do it and if you refuse,they make you feel like you are an alien :hmm:
 
I am pressured constantly to dress more western. Sisters tell me you dont have to do this and that. They even make jokes. I try to follow what is mandated. I fear Allah more than anything else. These Sisters are not the ones who will decide if I go to Paradise or Hell! I admit, I have days where I am weak and think, Maybe its ok. Thats when I seperate myself from the people trying to pull me away from what I know is correct. I am still working on myself, being a new Shahada, but I turn to the Qur'an when I am struggling with a decision
 
at first i was i guess the word is embarrassed to wear islamaic robes and hijaab get all the stares but in the end u have to answer to allah and wot u gonna say?i dont like stares?wot kind excuse is that?so i just got the courage to do it and u know wot i felt better with myself that i was doing the right thing. if they wanna look and stare be rude to me thats there deal not mine, im not doing anything wrong. i love wearing my robes now, i would wearing my hijaab.
 
Besides being mandated, dressing modestly protects me from myself and well as others. Being new, I am still learning a new way of life. My dress reminds me of who I am now. It reminds me to act and speak correctly. I am happy for people to see me as Muslima. Women come to me and ask me questions about Islam...its a wonderful way to teach. Alhamduilillah
 
I had a discussion with a woman who stopped me on the street. She asked me if I liked dressing like this. The conversation went to how men treat her. She voiced what you just said, she doesnt like the attention she gets from men. POINT MADE! ALHAMDUILILLAH
 
i just reverted the other day but ive been wearing my hijaab for three or four months
 
I am older than you in years but not in Islam. We are both new babies! I worked in retail for many years, I see you are entering that occupation.
 
yea i hate my job, ever since i had my son( we nearly died) i wanted to do something more meaningful i think working with elderly is something i would be good at maybe one day become a social worker..

edit: sorry to go off topic.
 
Its ok. It takes awhile for newbies like us to remember who we are at all times. With Islam, doing our prayers on time is essential. It keeps us focused. Saying that, trust in your new faith completely. Stress, impatience, anger, all that is from the dunya. Be strong in faith Sister. Feel the security of the clothing you wear? Also feel the security of Islam. Allah bless you
 
totally i like it, sometimes wear jeans and stuff but i do ive never been a person that likes showing her body so when i read bout islam i felt right u know?
 
Keep reading! I make sure to remember that we plan our life around our prayers, dont plan you prayers around your life. Islam should BE the clothing we wear
 

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