Tudung/Hijab Styles and Specs

My hijabs/tudungs come with extra length and a looser cut. Lengths of the tudung/hijab is when WORN, not when laid out flat on a surface. I find that the length also depends on shoulder size, torso width & length (depends on how far your bottommost rib lies from your hip bone) and bosom size. Obviously the bigger these numbers are, the smaller the tudung/hijab would be on you!

Standard Tudung/Hijab

The classic tudung/hijab that is simple yet with a charm all its own.
Length when worn from beneath chin: 17 inches/43cm (mid-stomach)
Pros: One style fits all tudung/hijab. The easiest to wear, this one is really just slip it on and you're ready to go baby!
Cons: Might seem a bit simple for a few. My main gripe is that with certain body types/fabric, this style might not hide the shape of the bosom as well as some would wish.


Scallop Tudung/Hijab

Also known as Tudung Eenaz. :-) Bring the front of the tudung/hijab to one shoulder and secure with a pin; then bring the back of the tudung/hijab to your other shoulder and secure. Gathers beautifully in the front and back: this is the 'scallop' bit.
Length when worn from chin to bottom: 17 inches/43cm.


Pros: Looks really elegant and is really easy to wear. The gathers in front provide extra coverage for the bosom. And you can off-set the whole look with some tasteful pins.
Cons: You still need 2 pins on your shoulders in order to pull off this style.

Button Tudung/Hijab

Has a button and a loop at the back so the tudung/hijab looks a bit neater.
Pros: Fuss-free, it provides a neater look to your hijab, and is quick and easy to pull off. Just slip it over your head and hook the button and you're ready! The fabric gathers slightly in front, providing some coverage where it matters.
Cons: Might look a bit casual for some.

Jakarta Tudung/Hijab

Is slimmer around the neck and rests on the shoulders, then flaring out to drape over the back and bosom.
Pros: Fuss-free, no pins/button required!
Cons: Some people dislike that the seams are on the left and right side of the tudung/hijab.

Oblong Tudung/Hijab

Is basically a long scarf with an awning attached to it.
Pros: Looks really good and is very easy to style! And it is very versatile in that there are many ways to wear an oblong.
Cons: You still need a pin or two to secure it properly.