Monday, December 20, 2010

Swimming in modesty: Muslim women head to secluded pool

RALEIGH, N.C. — Salman Sheikh was organizing a swim class for his two sons last summer when fellow Muslim parents approached him about starting a class for girls. Sheikh told them he would ask the Curran Aquatic Center in Cary, N.C., whether it could accommodate a group of Muslims who preferred a women-only pool. Yes, of course, the leaders of the aquatic center said, and showed him a 15-yard pool that could be rented for $170 an hour.  Problem was, the small pool overlooked a larger, Olympic-size pool, and Sheikh wondered whether the center could provide blinds to cover the windows and shield the women from onlookers.Sure, the center’s leaders said, but it would cost $3,000 for custom-made blinds.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

France: Hijab and the City

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PARIS, France — The youngest of six children, all born in France to Moroccan parents, Mariame Tighanimine was in her last year of high school when the 2004 act was passed prohibiting the "conspicuous" display of religious symbols (including the veil) in French state schools.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Islamic fashion: A Parade of options

Indonesia can be described in many ways. We can say it’s a country with thousands of islands, all scattered on both sides of the equator. There are around three hundred ethnic groups, with international influences enriching its culture.
It is among the most populous countries in the world, inhabited by the world’s largest Muslim-majority   population. If there are any words to express Indonesia’s diversity, it is the nation’s motto, Unity in Diversity.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Batik (still) rules Idul Fitri fashion





For many Indonesians, the post-fasting festivity of Idul Fitri, locally known as Lebaran, is often associated with new clothes. The new attire is worn when people visit relatives and friends.

Having regained its popularity in the last few years, batik remains the fashion trend for the upcoming Idul Fitri, as some local fashion designers and apparel manufacturer bring batik to the catwalk.


Local producer Allure Batik, famous for its color gradation style, for example, bought tunics on stage during the Exobatika event, held in mid-August at Plaza Indonesia shopping center.
The collection is quite simple and uses a palette of earth colors. The tunics are easily matched with other clothes and are suitable for both formal and casual occasions.
Allure uses sheer fabrics and puts some unique touches on the sleeves and necklines, making them strikingly feminine.
Take the sheer violet tunic with its wide sleeves and batik detail on the neckline, or the long brick-red sheer tunic, which is paired with a brown camisole and black pants.
A formal look can be seen in a combination of the red-and-pink silk batik tunic mixed with black leggings, while a sheer tunic with asymmetric decoration on the forearms in a color gradation of green, brown and red gives a feminine look.  

Ramadhan Fashion for Celebrity

Ramadhan has come, as well as every ramadhan comes many celebrity change their fashion style, some of them would use a muslim fashion with hijab and long dress, in Islam it was taught that every woman have to cover their hair with hijab. but i wonder why the indonesian female celebrity only use that hjjab on ramadhan months? how about with the other month?
One of the most interesting case is with Cinta Laura. As a young singer, Cinta laura was quite trendy in look. when the ramadhan was come, she said that she will used a closed legging.
“If Ramadan wear closed leggings. But that does not mean wearing the hijab,” Cinta said when met after the show SCTV Sensation Artist in Studio Penta, Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, Monday (7/26/2010).
16-year-old Virgin admitted to not dare to wear the hijab. But she will adjust the style of dresses during the month of Ramadan to make it look more demure.
When fasting pilgrimage last year, Cinta is capable of fasting for almost a month. Soap star and singer Quakenbruck birth, Germany was admitted very excited to fasting.

Saturday, July 24, 2010

price someone is in trendsetter

One of the differences of humans and animals is in fashion. You'll look human if wearing clothes, right? Sometimes I think naughty, "what if everyone did not wear clothes?". must be funny ... : DOnly recently I saw one person sees only the "good" clothing itself. Not on the function of a fashion, that is to humanize humans also protects the body from the sun and so forth.Even many people who think only about how to become a "trendsetter"? if I should give the recommendations of a trendsetter, you also can actually be a trendsetter! Whether it's on campus, at home or in the community. Simply by using clothes that "what is". Do not you follow the fashion. You must believe that your best performance. not only limited to outward appearance, but also inner beauty should be even better. Well, for what became trensetter? Let's look at another opportunity. Remember, trendsetter not only on clothing. But also behavior, speech and personality.Let us be a trendsetter! Not a fashion victim.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Muslim Fashion Revolution?


What is islamic fashion clothing?
To a muslim and especially a muslim woman it is her identity as a muslim. For a muslim woman, along with the head covering also known as the hijab, it stands for the values she believes in.
Islamic clothing has always varied now and in the past depending upon geographic region and also by the culture of the region. But one thing that has always been in common with islamic fashion, no matter what region or culture; is modesty.

Friday, June 18, 2010

batik

Batik is one way of making fabric. In addition to batik refers to two things. The first is the technique of coloring cloth using a portion of the night to prevent staining of the fabric. In the international literature, this technique is known as a wax-resist dyeing. The second notion is the fabric or clothing made with these techniques, including the use of certain motifs that its uniqueness. Indonesian batik, as the overall engineering, technology, and development-related motives and culture, UNESCO has been designated as a Heritage for Humanity for the Oral and Intangible Cultural (Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity) since October 2, 2009.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Batik! nice clothing for party!


Indonesia is an archipelago which is rich in culture. These cultural treasures make Indonesia a nation that is rich in variety kinds of custom clothing. in my area, solo, or better known as Career Network, also has a very interesting clothing. name batik.
There are two types of batik, batik and the batik.
batik is made by drawing a pattern on a white cloth. the fabric used is usually a white cloth, while there also use colored fabric. This type of batik will be very expensive. because it is made manually by hand, not by machine! you can imagine how hard it drew a very complicated pattern on the fabric which make batik? impression of elegance, casual, luxury and traditional also incorporated into a unity that you can get in this batik cloth. you should have one to wear on your special events. cost is also relatively, ranging from $ 20 - $ 10,000! depending on the level of difficulty and material / fabric used to make.
The second batik is batik type CAP.
This kind of batik is more cheap than batik. only cost between $ 5 - $ 15 dollars. His way of making is more modern. namely by using a printer (stamp) batik fabric desired in one already. you can use it as charming casual wear.
There are some places to shop batik that I can recommend to you.
include the following:

but if you want to buy from me, i will give you great discount! just send me an email in regarief@gmail.com

Just Initiation

although my men, I am including a person who love watching the fashion trends. I therefore intend to share what I know about fashion. both local fashion (Indonesia) and international.
hopefully a friend can take advantage of this blog. thanks.

- Regards, suggestwear

Man Fashion Trend 2010


The term fashion is a conglomeration of innumerable items which when combined together make a complete man fashion trend. The list of men fashion catalog is extensive and encompasses primarily four segments namely apparels, footwear, accessories and jewelry. But again the reservoir of these individual segments is comprehensive. Urban man fashion is modernistic hip-hop style. When men go shopping they usually hunt for things that are stylish, durable and comfortable.


While deciding on man fashion style, the first and foremost thing that one should take care of is how formal is event. For party purpose or special occasion, you need something that can accentuate your personality. Everything should be special from head to toe. For men as important is to attire smart clothing equally vital is to maintain a nice cool hairstyle, neat shoes and not to forget our fashionable accessories that truly adorn your personality.

Pick up stuff that reflects your style. Don't get fascinated by celebrity styles but take a pause and see whether the particular style can become your fashion trend or not. Little things can make a big difference to your styling and always remember that first impression is the last impression so next time you go for a job interview make sure you are dressed up rightly as per the need of situation.

Guys if you want to impress your girlfriend then check out some fragrance perfumes. Girls always tend to notice smallest of the things you do then be it your dressing, style or your manners. Men one thing which is very precious but unfortunately we do not value it is smile. It costs nothing but does wonders. A pleasing person is always welcomed.

Men fashion apparel list includes formal office wear business attire, informal casual informal clothing (e.g. funky cargo pants, T-shirt, jeans etc), sports wear track pant and comfy drawstring shorts and winter man ensemble is simply fantastic consisting of designer sweaters, leather jackets, pullovers etc. Now the good news is that our favorite jeans have now entered office premises.

Ethnic section for men is mind-blowing consisting of fashionable sherwani, jodhpuri suits, silk kurta etc. These ethnic wear for men have made their way to ramps. There are distinctive styles in ethnic ensemble like band galas, achkans etc. In fact now the cool dudes are preferring ethnics over western when it comes to wedding time.

But the charm of these fabulous clothing comes when they are teamed with the right accessories which contains multiple items like leather wallets & briefcase, sleek eye wear, trendy belt, fragrance perfume, handkerchief, stylish scarf, hat, cufflink etc. Don't be under the misconception that jewelry is reserved for women because now men have entered women's arena and are making their fashion statement. It's exciting to explore the men jewelry section consisting of men bracelets, earring, chains, and pendants etc.

Men you need to give due consideration to your shoes. Leather shoes are in vogue and next time you go for jogging or for a gym workout, be properly dressed in your sports shoes. For summer season there are funky leather thongs and sandals that are comfortable and are apt for hot summers. But winter comes with a style as it brings along fashionable winter boots. Though boots can be worn at any time but looks fabulous during winters. It is not only stylish but a very practical shoe type and please before stepping out of home polish your shoes. for the complete ethnic look, there are splendid varieties of Punjabi jutties and royal Mojris. So, guys by now you must have got an idea as to what is fashion all about. What are you waiting for; you too can become a fashion icon.