Assalamualaikum wbt.I'd like to begin with Hijab/tudung/scarf. So, when you see any lady (regardless their colour, race and nationality) covering full of her hair/head and neck, what would be the first impression you have in mind? Well, I would say "she's a muslim" and if that happens in Dublin or anywhere in non-islamic city, I'll speak my mind by saying "Assalamualaikum". Simple isnt it?
White dress from MNG
Boot Cut Jeans from Levi's
Pumps from Dunnes store.
Pink shopper bag from BB plaza.
Boot Cut Jeans from Levi's
Pumps from Dunnes store.
Pink shopper bag from BB plaza.
However, if you encounter a lady wearing almost "cloth-less" here and there. Some people might say she's "sexy". I would say "she's a whore" (harsh-nyerr). But, if i know that person is a muslim, I would say " May Allah swt guide you". Simple isn't it? You are what you wear. You can't stop first impressions. Follow these Golden Rules.
There are three golden rules when it comes to making a great first impression.
- Always make a good first impression
- You only get a few seconds to make a good first impression
- You never get a second chance to make a first impression
To be honest, i dont care what people think. In this real world, hollywood styles has conquered it all. Thank god, i dont really buy them all. I am very selective. Hey, isn't that what fashionable muslimah ladies should do? You only pick up thing that is right to you. To me it is simple, I'll wear what I want as long as I am well covered.
In fact, I used to get a compliment from one Irish sales assistant at Oasis for my dressing. She liked the way I matched the colour of my tudung and my outfit. I can't remember exactly. what I was wearing. It happened about 2 or 3 years ago. (No riak please, nauzubillah). I am just trying to make a point that even westerners view it as nice.
According to Jo-Barret-Lennard . Women who care about their appearance are seen as
- More credible
- More capable
- More intellegent
- Having a higher self esteem
- Being more confident
than those who look slightly less pulled together.
Nevertheless, being decent, simple and neat always work anywhere, anytime. Apatah lagi, berpakaian yang betul2 mengikut syariat islam, lagilah diangkat darjatnya. A reminder to me as well. Good Luck, ladies.
Lady Gaga in her video, Poker Face.She's just another rising fashion icon. My impression: SHE HAS NO TASTE AT ALL. Have some shame laa you lady!
p/s: bilelah aku nak anggap bertudung labuh itu fashionable? O Allah, please guide me.
Love,
Fadzie.
fadzwani_basri@yahoo.com
"Women who care about their appearance are seen as:
ReplyDeleteMore credible
More capable
More intellegent
Having a higher self esteem
Being more confident"
Agree :)
Tapi suka terpengaruh dgn Hollywood style. Tapi suka tgk je la. Nak pakai tak reti/tak berani :p
From experience, wearing hijab and modest clothing makes me feel safe. No cat calls (except "hi kak long" by mat rempit mana ntah) and ppl instantly recognize u as Muslims.It gets significant when u're travelling in a small group (2-3 girls) in a western country where there are minimal Muslims around. When other Muslims (esp men) saw you, they have a sense of RESPECT and responsibility to protect you in a situation that calls for it. (would they feel the same if your clothing invites sexual allure instead?) Again, this can become really significant when u're in a foreign place.
ReplyDeleteSo yeah, you are what you're wearing.By right,you have the rights to be respected no matter what you wear. But again, people and their impressions..you can't control what people think, but you can help to drive it into the direction that YOU want.