Housewife Wearing Jilbab

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The doors to fashion and style do not have to close when women make the choice to wear the jilbab, the Muslim head scarf.

It's a common sight now to see women in public places wearing the scarf, with their bodies fully covered according to Islamic teachings. It also appears that more celebrities, such as singers Dewi Yull and actress Marissa Haque, now wear the Islamic attire than in the past.

The women are following the Koran in covering their aurat, which is defined as the entire body except for the face, hands and soles of the feet, when in the company of males other than close blood relatives.

Although some cultures have a stricter interpretation of the clothing requirements which only allow the wearing of loose and dark-colored garb, many women in other societies choose to interpret the limitations with various styles and colors.

Casual jeans with cotton blouses or shirts, silk tunics, long-sleeved embroidered kebaya (traditional blouse), caftans, popular Malay two-piece dresses or formal three-piece office suits which keep the body covered can be seen everywhere.

Flower motifs, batiks and striped designs with a wide range of bright colors are not taboo. All of them come with the required head scarf, covering the head and neck, along with long sleeves and the overall ""loose but comfortably fit"" look, which is enough to conceal body curves as required in Islamic teachings.

Former film and television actress Astri Ivo, who started wearing Muslim outfits in public after conducting her haj pilgrimage last year, balks at suggestions religious requirements prevent women from dressing in style.

""I like bright colors, I still wear them whenever I like,"" she said, adding that the religious teachings should not be seen as restrictions. ""It's even easier for me now, as I clearly see the borders of the do's and don'ts in deciding what to wear.""

The mother of three said there is no law forbidding Muslim women from appearing elegant and beautiful, especially for their husbands and families.

Although she prefers casual clothing like jeans and shirts, Astri still goes to her seamstress to make outfits for more formal occasions.

""It's more because of my small size. Not many ready-to-wear clothes fit me,"" said Astri, who still occasionally buys designer items, mainly for her head scarves.

Housewives like Ida, Ferry and Yani also prefer to design their own Muslim outfits with the help of their favorite seamstresses.

""It's just for comfort and economic reasons,"" Ida said.

Ferry, for instance, likes embroidered outfits. She has a collection of tunics of her own creation of embroidered decorations along with matching head scarves. from Jakarta Post.