All About Us

Assalamualaikum and hye!

As we mentioned in 'About Us' box (on upper left), we're Medical Laboratory Technology's student of Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Puncak Alam campus, Selangor, Malaysia. This blog is established to fulfill our assignment on Health Information System (HPY555) subject taught by our beloved lecturer, En Zed Zakari Abd Hamid.

So, here is some of our trivia!

From left, Nordiana Nordin. Come from Kelantan, she will in charge in definition of hijab and business related to it. (ID no. : 2011880772)

Next to Diana is Nuursolihah Zainal Abidin in charge of hijab issues and the videos related to hijab. This little girl come from Shah Alam, Selangor (ID no. : 2011450128)

The girl in the center named Farah Aqilah Roslan talked about types of hijab and who will wear it, also the current trend of hijab, particularly in Malaysia. Farah is Solihah's childhood friend! (ID no. : 2011247428)

Beside Farah is Nurul Izni Rosman. Come from Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, this tall girl will talk about history of hijab, hijab jokes and also as the auditor of this blog. (ID no. : 2011612622)

Last but not least, Nur Syazwani Ahmad Fadzil. She will also talk on the issues of hijab and in charge in beautifying the blog. She is the native of Klang, Selangor. (ID no. : 2011416836).

That's all for our intro! Enjoy our blog. :)

HIJAB Jokes

Assalamualaikum and hye! I will share a simple jokes which I retrieved from Ayesha (Ayesha1998@aol.com) that is broadcasted on BIC News 20 November 1997.

"Brothers and Sisters,
Although it may seem humorous it can serve as constructive criticism both for the sisters, and the brothers. We learn from this that all those outward actions which Islam requires must be done correctly and with the correct intention, i.e. not for fashion or to fit into a certain group. That is it must all be solely for the sake of Allah (swt). The purpose of this article is not to offend anyone, rather it was written to make a point. Enjoy... 

It has been my personal observation that some Muslim girls and women do not realize the significance of hijab.Hijab is Arabic for protection and cover. Some people put a lot of effort into their hijab, yet it serves no purpose. I am referring to the pointless hijab that some girls wear. 

The first pointless hijab is referred to as the headband hijab. It is a band of fabric approximately 4 inches wide. It covers the back of the head and allows all the hair to be exposed. It doesn't serve much in terms of modesty, but at least it comes in handy in case of an unexpected tennis match. 

The second pointless hijab is the dupetta, also known as the Saran wrap hijab. It covers all the hair, but it is totally transparent. Again it doesn't serve much in terms of modesty, but it keeps the hair nice and fresh. 

The third type of hijab is known as the Mickey Mouse Hijab. It is when a girl wears a black scarf and tucks it behind her ear, so that her ears stick out. 

We now move to my favorites: the yo-yo hijabs. The first yo-yo hijab, also known as the Benazir Bhutto hijab, is the scarf that keeps falling down and needs to be constantly pulled back up....up, down, up, down, just like a yo-yo. The second yo-yo hijab is also referred to as the convertible hijab. This type of hijab is predominant at any type of social event, i.e. an Aqeeqah, Bismillah party, Ameen party, wedding, etc. This is when an Imam or Qari comes up to the microphone and starts to recite Qur'an. At this point, all the convertible hijabs come up...until he says "Sadaqallahul adheem". I'm not sure, but apparently in some cultures that translates to "Ok sisters, you may now take off your scarves". 

I'm sure this may seem odd, but what's even funnier is when people do not anticipate the recitation of Qur'an at a social event, and are forced to be creative and use accessories such as a purse to cover one's hair. I was surprised to see a women hold her purse over her head as "hijab"...as if the multitudes of men surrounding her are not a good enough reason to wear hijab, but some guy reciting du'a compels her to hold a purse over her head. Her friends were more creative...one friend used her dinner napkin. 

I was also laughing when I saw the communal hijab---two or more girls draped under one dinner napkin during the recitation of Qur'an. Her other friend was still more creative. She used her coffee saucer on the back of her head. I wasn't sure if it was hijab or a Yamaka. I didn't know if she was a Muslim or a Jew. I felt like going up to her and saying "Shalom alaikum, sister". 

And, people should remember that hijab is not just a protection from guys, but from a girl's nafs (ego) as well. It should prevent girls from having to spend hours in front of the mirror doing their hair. But, unfortunately, you see girls in front of the mirror for hours doing their hijab as they would do their hair, with all sorts of elaborate braids and the like. I wanted to go up to a sister and say "Is your hijab naturally curly?" I also felt compelled to go up to another girl and say "pardon me, but is your hijab naturally that color, or did you dye it?" 

Well, the point to remember is that some people make an effort to wear hijab, but it is futile, because it is not fulfilling its purpose. It's like using an umbrella with holes in it. Hijab is used for protection from guys as well as from the girl herself, and should not be used as an accessory or for beautifying one's self. Anyway, that's it…."

So, how you guys feel sisters? ;)

What A Non-Muslim Says About Wearing A Hijab?

It basically a survey done 3 members in Canada that open a booth in middle of a mall and ask any non-Muslims to try wearing a hijab.

What make more surprising is that all the women that try the hijab on that day were surprised by how they look after donning the hijab. They think that it is beautiful and of course they looked different.

One of the women were asked what is her religion and she said that she was born in Hindu and she also added that actually she was jealous with people that wear the hijab.

Another women also were asked about what her opinion on hijab and she said, “ I think that it is great, the people that wearing the hijab. A Friend of mine who is Muslim has told me that it is not that you wear because out of being forced, it a choice”.

Besides that, one of the participant also think that it is a proud thing on wearing the hijab as she said that in Canada itself, we don’t see everybody wearing the hijab and it takes a lot of guts to be one of them here.

It somehow fascinating on how the non-Muslims think about hijab. Hijabs is not only to cover the heads but it is also a sign of modesty for those that wear it. Personally, we thinks that those that refuse to wear the hijab is such a wasteful as they didn’t get to feel the beauty of wearing the hijab.

When Chinese Teases Muslims Who Refused to Wear Hijab

TRANSLATED FROM ORIGINAL ARTICLE FROM

http://wowberita.org/gambar-bila-amoy-sindir-muslimah-yang-enggan-bertudung

In the current situation where many Muslims were swayed the way non-Muslims, including tattoos and keep dogs as a hobby, some non-Muslim individuals acting otherwise. If ever there who choose to fast to penetrate the Muslim friends, now there is a Chinese girl wearing a hijab.

Interestingly, the girl said she acted so as to demonstrate to Muslim girls out there how beautiful if veiled.

Even when some Muslim friends commented that 'simple' (do not worry), the girl known as Yun stated, 'simple lah tu young Muslims now can not stand to follow.'

Hmm, quite bitter statement to digest by some Muslim women today is not it?

Celebration of The World Hijab Day

Every year on February 1st have been said to be World Hijab Day and it is open to be participated by every women in the World. 2014 is first time it is celebrated in Malaysia and it have received a warm welcome from Malaysian women not only the Muslims but also non-Muslims. It was first introduced by it’s founder Nazma Khan, a young New Yorker last year.

According to the founder, Nazma Khan, her objective was to allay some of the myths and controversies surrounding why Muslim women choose to wear the hijab. She also encourage all the women of Muslims or non-Muslims to experienced wearing hijab for a day as a means to foster religious tolerance and understanding.

During the February 1st 2014, all the participants have gathered near the Sunway Pyramid mall in Selangor to celebrated the World Hijab Day. On that special occasion, they asked randomly to women both locals and foreigners that passing by to try wearing a hijab. They were given a piece of hijab and were help on how to wear it by the participants. Surprisingly, all the approached women take this positively as to show their support to this special occasion.

As the news spread widely throughout the world, it manage to gain interest from of women, both the Muslims and non-Muslims. Over 100 countries started to participate with more than 50 appointed World Hijab Day ambassadors in over 20 countries.

On the official website of World Hijab Day, it is stated that Malaysia has a total of 7 ambassadors. One of them were Murshidah Said (pic on left). During the occasion, she have posted a picture of her nieces donning hijabs in Melbourne, Australia.

Besides that, two of the ambassadors were said to be non-Muslims, namely Mrs Universe 2013, Carol Lee, who is said to have endorsed the movement and Felixia Yeap, the ex-Playboy bunny and model, who shares her story on wearing the hijab. 

Murshidah Said have posted a video on her personal YouTube account where the video is a footage of her interviewing Carol Lee regarding her support towards World Hijab Day. During the interview, the Mrs Universe mentioned that “ Although I looks different than before, but I realize that it never change who I truly am inside here. ” while placing her hand on the chest. This statement however opened up people that whether wearing a hijab or not does not change a person to someone else. Full interview can be watched here 

An official World Hijab Day Malaysia’s Facebook page have been created which it main purpose was to help spread the news and also an alternative channel for all the Malaysian women in hijab to share their thought and anything regarding the hijab.

Business Opportunities in HIJAB

Hye! Today I would like to tell you the famous hijab enterprise in Malaysia.

There are two famous hijab enterprise in Malaysia that offer a wide selection of hijab. They are Ariani Gallery  and Fareeda House Of Scarf. The hijab offers by them are beautiful, easy to wear and sold at reasonable price.

 Ariani Gallery

This brand is a brand of exclusive scarves that the products can be found in Ariani Scarves & Shawls Gallery. The gallery is owned by Ariani Textile & Manufacturing (M) Sdn. Bhd, a subsidiary of the Jakel Group. Ariani was established in April 2008 and its first branch commenced operations on address 127, Jalan Bunus off Jalan Masjid India, 50100 Kuala Lumpur. 

After 5 years of age establishment, in 2013, Ariani has had 18 branches throughout Malaysia namely

• Kuala Lumpur
• Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC)
• Wangsa Maju
• Kota Damansara
• Shah Alam
• Bangi
• Malacca
• Segamat
• Johor Bahru
• Kuantan
• Kuala Terengganu
• Kota  Bharu
• Tanah Merah
• Kubang Kerian 
• Ipoh
• Sungai Petani
• Alor Setar
• Kota Kinabalu.

Ariani first ambassador was Ekin Mawi (wife of Asmawi, winner of Akademi Fantasia third program), followed by the sweet Wardina Saffiyah. 

Ariani's collection

    Syria 122 plain                                                         Tiara Alfiyya

                         

    Tiara Qaisara                                                           Wafa 65

                         

   T138 Border Lace Loose                                     Aleesya 140 Plain Shawl

                         

    Tiara 315 Chiffon Two Tone                                   Tiara Nur Aisya

                         

    Tiara Shawl 750 Diamond                               Tiara 315 Chiffon Two Tone

                                                                       Color Block

                         

Fareeda House Of Scarf

The design of Fareeda scarfs are by Fareeda House Of Scarf that is owned by Puan Faridah Zakaria. The location of the main gallery and the headquarters is  at 69A-71A, Jalan 8/1, Seksyen 8, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan. Nowadays, Fareeda's collection can be obtain from all around the Malaysia via Fareeda's stockist.

Fareeda's collection

    Laced Suraiya V-shape                                  Dwi Color Suraiya V-shape
                        

    Dwi Color Suraiya Exclusive                                       Khaleeda
                      

    Dania                                                                         Maisara

                   

    Rania                                                           Patterned Suraiya V-Shape

               

      Exora

  

     

Types and Trends of HIJAB

Hye readers! This time we will talk about type and trends of hijab in Malaysia. Let's check it out!

• Bawal scarf [tudung Bawal] (size 45', 48', 50', 55', 60')

This scarf is the normal scarf the Muslim women ( also known as Muslimah) wear almost all the time, anywhere, anytime whether it days or nights, casual or formal functions. This is because it is the easiest scarf to wear and last for a very long time before the new trend of hijab come into the market.

• Sarung scarf [tudung sarung]

Next, this scarf come along. It was totally a hit during years 2010 to 2011. Women all over Malaysia are crazy about this scarf as it provide comfort and no need to be ironed unlike Bawal scarf. 

• Shawl

Fashionista also a singer, Yuna (picture on the left) is known for her turban-like shawl style during her debut. From that moment onward, many had tried to wear like Yuna but in modest way (picture on the right). Nowadays, they are many type of shawl, including wide shawl and half-moon shawl.

• Syria scarf [tudung Syria]

Syria scarf is just like Sarung scarf except that it come with two scarf, the inner and the wide outside scarf. One can wear different color of inner scarf with different outside wide scarf. This scarf come along just a few months after Sarung scarf is introduced. Again, the women are crazy on this fashion! 

• Square shawl 

This scarf is the newest and the latest trend of wearing a hijab in Malaysia. Aide from comfort, this scarf is wide enough to cover women  bosoms and making them look modest. 

There is several of hijab's trend/shop that are popular in Malaysia. They include :

• Ariani
• Fareeda
• Sincerelybyusshawls
• Radiusite
• Cala Qisya

These brand is totally a mega hit in Malaysia and many women, despite their ages will spend a hge amount of money just to get the scarf from these shops. So, what are you waiting for? Get one for yourself now!

Who is wearing HIJAB?

Basically, people who wear hijab is a woman and wear it as a symbol of obligation to their religion. For examples, Hindus, Sikh and Orthodox.

Here, we are focusing more on celebrities who are now wearing hijab. Some of them are:

• Wardina Saffiyah
• Yuna
• Yat Hamzah
• Abby Abadi
• Memey Suhaiza
• Farah (from Akademi Fantasia program)
• Raja Farah
• Natasha Hudson
• Diana Amir
• Shiela Hamzah
• Dato' Siti Nurhaliza
• Irma Hasmie
• Datin Norjuma Habib

However, we are currently shock with the news that Felixia Yeap, a Chinese model who love to wear hijab because of its comfortableness. Below are her story.

Felixia Yeap is a Chinese, and she wore the hijab for the first time is upon advertisement audition local telecommunication company. It is because of the audition require the model to wear hijab. Along with other models like Amber Chia and Jacinta Lee, she always meet men's magazines, particularly 'Playboy' Philippines that showed she was capable of half naked. Her world was filled by a variety of luxury and attention because of her sexiness.

Now, Felixia feel that her pride is significantly higher than during the time she revealed part of her body in a crowd. Felixia then began flocking with her image wearing hijab and finally decided to stay wear it until now. She has made a great decision to become a Muslimah in the month of Ramadhan soon.

 

A bonus for you guys! Here we want to share a tip on what style of hijab would be best for your face. 

Happy trying!

History of HIJAB

The history of hijab begins when Assyrian kings in Near East introduced both seclusion of women in the royal harem and the veil. Prostitutes and slaves, however, were told not to veil and were slashed if they disobeyed the law.

In other part of the world, classical Greece, Byzantine Christian, Persia, upper Caste Rajput in India thought that hijab is by hiding one's face and largely living in seclusion. 

In Muslim perspective, the hijab history begin in 1st Islamic century when Aisha Abu Bakar's niece, Aisha Talha was asked to veil her face by her husband, Musab. In the 2nd century, the veil become common. It is first used among powerful and rich as status symbol while the rural and nomadic women were not. In Quran prescription, the Holy book of Islam, "to draw their veils over their bosoms" become interpreted by same as an injunction to veil one's hair, neck and ears.

In the 10th century, veil become a common rule. In the Middle Ages numerous laws were developed which most often placed women at a greater disadvantage than in earlier times. In some periods, such as under the Mamluks in Egypt, repeated decrees were issued, urging strictness in veiling and arguing against the right of women to take part in activities outside their home. Ibn al-Hajj in Cairo cautioned the shopkeepers to be careful if women come to buy. If she's in delicate clothes and exposing her wrists, he should turns his back until the women leave peacefully

Intellectuals, reformers and liberals in the 19th century began to denounce women's protective clothing. they felt that Western nation want to push their country toward more western-style society and change women status and abandon the traditional customs. 

What is HIJAB?

Hijab

Hijab in English means veil which commonly known as head scarf that covers the head and chest. Hijab is an

Arabic term meaning barrier or partition. However, in Islam it has a broader meaning. Nowadays, hijab is known as the traditional head, face or body covering that usually wore by the women of Middle East and Islamic world. The four major Sunni schools of thought as Hanafi, Shafi'i, Maliki and Hanbali hold that the entire body of the woman, except her face and hands.

Hijab is derives from the Arabic root حجب which give the means ‘to veil, to seclude, to conceal, to form separation or to mask’. Hijab also be used to refer to the seclusion of women from men in the public areas.

Most often, hijab is worn by Muslim women as a symbol of modesty, privacy and morality. Some women wear full-body garments which only expose their eyes. 

Muslim women are required to wear the hijab in front of any men which they are theoretically can be married as the hijab is not obligatory in front of father, brother, grandfathers or uncles. Besides that, Hijab in the sense of veiling is by hanging a curtain or screen between women and men to allow them to speak to each other without changing dress.

This is Us!

Assalamualaikum and hye!

As we mentioned in 'About Us' box (on upper left), we're Medical Laboratory Technology's student of Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Puncak Alam campus, Selangor, Malaysia. This blog is established to fulfill our assignment on Health Information System (HPY555) subject taught by our beloved lecturer, En Zed Zakari Abd Hamid.

So, here is some of our trivia!

From left, Nordiana Nordin. Come from Kelantan, she will in charge in definition of hijab and business related to it. (ID no. : 2011880772)

Next to Diana is Nuursolihah Zainal Abidin in charge of hijab issues and the videos related to hijab. This little girl come from Shah Alam, Selangor (ID no. : 2011450128)

The girl in the center named Farah Aqilah Roslan talked about types of hijab and who will wear it, also the current trend of hijab, particularly in Malaysia. Farah is Solihah's childhood friend! (ID no. : 2011247428)

Beside Farah is Nurul Izni Rosman. Come from Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, this tall girl will talk about history of hijab, hijab jokes and also as the auditor of this blog. (ID no. : 2011612622)

Last but not least, Nur Syazwani Ahmad Fadzil. She will also talk on the issues of hijab and in charge in beautifying the blog. She is the native of Klang, Selangor. (ID no. : 2011416836).

That's all for our intro! Enjoy our blog. :)