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For any muslima there are a few staple items that should be owned and worn regularly. I know I’ve basically worn out every single one of my basics. So here is just a list of the must haves for modest hijabis.

1) The long sleeve t-shirt: With so many great tops, many have plunging necklines and are short sleeved or not sleeved at all. The long sleeve t-shirt turns any cute top into a modest top. Warning: avoid heavy fabrics which will give you a bulky look. However, also avoid light fabrics which will be see through, a huge muslima don’t. Target, $6.29

2) Umtah/ Headbands: For the hijabi who has bangs that refuse to stay hidden, an umtah or a headband is the perfect solution. We use lacy headbands or the under piece of a two piece hijab for our umtahs. However, any headband will work miracles. If you are clever you can work it into your hijabi style. Ebay, $2.00

3) Wide leg pants and jeans: Alhamdullilah for this new trend! Wide leg is back. As a hijabi we want to avoid showing the shape of our legs too much. I tended to buy pants that were too large just so that they may be loose. Of course, you then have a waist problem. With the wide leg, you can buy pants in your size and be modest. JCPenny, $29.99

4) Denim long skirt: Denim is more casual than most fabrics in a long skirt which will give you a more day to day piece in your wardrobe. Avoid skirts with slits because we all know that is not modest. Orvis, $24.00

5) Abayah: Our little black dresses. For any occasion, the abayah just works. More plain styles are best for Friday prayer at the masjid. Meanwhile fancier beaded and embroidered abayah are best in gatherings. It is important to find the right length to avoid showing ankle. I like to wear jeans under mine but Ruqiyyah prefers leggings. Al Hannah, $46.99

JAK (Jakumallahu Khairan)