New to hijab — or simply looking for a wrap that feels secure and looks graceful every single time? Here is the classic method, step by step.
What you will need: a hijab, an under-cap or underscarf, and pins or magnets (optional).
Step 1: Prepare your base. Start by wearing a scrunchie and placing a cotton under-cap or headpiece on your head to keep your hair neat and secure. Tuck in any loose strands of hair.
Step 2: Position the hijab. Hold one corner of the hijab against your forehead. The longer side should be on your left, and the shorter side on your right. Adjust the hijab so it falls evenly on both sides of your face.
Step 3: Wrap the long side. Wrap the longer side of the hijab across your neck, pulling it around to your left shoulder. Make sure it covers your chest area.
Step 4: Bring the short side across. Take the shorter side of the hijab and bring it across your chin, tucking it slightly behind your ear or leaving it loose, depending on your preference.
Step 5: Adjust and secure. Adjust the hijab to ensure it is comfortable and secure. You can use pins or underscarf clips to hold it in place if desired.
Step 6: Style the finish. Style the remaining loose end of the hijab as you prefer. It could be left hanging, draped over the shoulder, or brought back to cover the chest.
Remember, there are different hijab styles and variations based on cultural practices and personal preferences. What matters most is finding a style you feel comfortable and confident in.
If your wrap keeps slipping while you practise, the fix is usually underneath, not in the wrap itself — our guide to how to stop your hijab from slipping walks through the base, the fabric and the fastening, in that order.