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Arabian Faces
Twelve watercolor paintings of an artist's impression of veiled women from Saudi Arabia.

Donning the Hijab
When Samuel Cole's feminist sister converted to Islam and donned the hijab, it shocked her family. This is his defense of Muslim women's status in Islam.

Hijab in the Workplace
Questions and answers regarding Muslim women's attire and the issues that Muslim women and employers of Muslim women might face.

Liberation by the Veil
Explanation of reasons behind the Islamic dress code, emphasising the hijab as a liberating force for Muslim women.

Veil: the View from the Inside
Nakata Khaula's article about her experiences as a Japanese convert to Islam who has chosen to veil.

Travellers Guide to Muslim Clothing
Muslim clothing guide for non-Muslim travellers to the Middle East, including instructions on making your own chador.

Hijab
An alternative interpretation of Islamic women's dress.

Muslim Feminists and the Veil
Research project looking at responses to issues of gender equality and veiling from the perspective of Muslim feminists.

Muslim Clothing, Jewelry and Make-up
A presentation of Muslim clothing, its history and development.

Women Dress Code in Islam
A brief presentation of women's dress code in Islam.






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