Nyla Abaya, a distinguished online fashion brand, has launched its premium abaya collection in the United Arab Emirates , offering an array of handcrafted designs that blend traditional aesthetics ...

An everyday wardrobe staple for women in the Middle East, the abaya has grown in popularity in Malaysia, with many donning it daily as well as for special occasions.

Sophie Mead, a teacher in Dubai, finds fasting during Ramadan to be a profound way to connect with her students. “Fasting was ...

She also enjoys wearing her abaya collection during this time. “I typically dress modestly, but during Ramadan, I make an extra effort to cover up,” she noted. “Having lived in Saudi Arabia ...

So young women are instead following fashions seen in many Gulf nations. Many prefer a flowing abaya robe, worn with a hijab headscarf and often a face covering as well – sometimes a medical ...