Tudungs, Hijabs, of Many Styles and Persuasions

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Glossary of Terms aka What Does 'Awning', 'Tudung', mean?

Awning
Front part of the tudung/hijab which frames the forehead. Is usually reinforced with interfacing to help it keep its shape, thereby minimising time spent in fiddling with your tudung/hijab in front of the mirror. For more info, see Awnings by Halves, Etc.

Firmness
Refers to the dimensions of awning reinforcement. See Reinforcement.

Hijab
Arabic word meaning to cover. Also known as headscarf, headgear & tudung.

Reinforcement
Interface layer hidden within the awning that helps the awning keep its shape. I use the best quality that I can find; in my experience investing a little more in the reinforcement means that it is easier to take care of and maintain its shape.

Tudung
the Malay/Indonesian word for hijab.

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