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The abaya is an overgarment worn by some Muslim women. It is the traditional form of Hijab , or Islam ic modest dress, for many countries of the Arabia n peninsula. It is sometimes adopted in other parts of Islamic world. Traditional abaya are black, and may be either a large square of fabric draped from the shoulders or head, or a long black caftan. The abaya should cover the whole body save face, feet, and hands. It can be worn with the Niqab , a face veil covering all but the eyes. Saudi Arabia requires women to wear abaya in public; the ''niqab'' is optional. Abaya-wearing is enforced by the religious police, the Mutaween . Contemporary abaya are usually caftans, cut from light, flowing fabrics like crepe, georgette, and Chiffon . They are now made in colors other than black. SEE ALSO |
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