Your Guide to Hijab Styling for Special Occasions

With wedding season upon us, you’re likely browsing around for the different hijab styles to complement your soirée dresses.

We’re going to help you find the right drape to accentuate your features and your outfit, whether you’re heading to your BFF’s wedding or looking for formal hijab styling tips.

It’s All About the Material

When picking from different ways of wearing a hijab for your special moments, you need to consider your scarf’s fabric.

While your everyday outings typically call for breathable modal hijabs, you’ll want to take it up a notch during these special occasions. Some of these fabrics include:

Silk

Nothing shines brighter in these moments like a pure silk scarf. From its gorgeous luminosity to its luxurious feel, you’ll feel like a million bucks wearing this type of fabric.

A 100% pure silk scarf tends to be a rarity in the hijab market. Nonetheless, we offer this in our latest collection, Fleurette Amour.

You can choose from a variety of lavish designs to elevate your outfit. For those preferring a dark and bold statement, we recommend our sophisticated Onyx Insignia.

If you’re wearing a plain dress, our Silken Flora’s floral designs and delicate colors will breathe life into your ensemble.

Modal

Modal hijabs have become a staple piece in every hijabi’s wardrobe, and for good reason. The fabric is highly lightweight, breathable, and incredibly soft to the touch.

One of the features that set this fabric apart is its versatility. You can easily dress up or dress down modal hijabs to your liking.

In this case, you can pair your modal hijab with a sparkly number or a formal pantsuit to elevate the fabric.

Finding the Right Color Scheme

Styling a hijab is an art. With this art, comes a palette filled with many colors to choose from. That said, your color scheme can depend on the following:

Styling

During special occasions, your hijab styling ideas tend to rely on the outfit’s color scheme and general mood.

For instance, if you’re going for a more voluminous hijab look, you’ll want to opt for neutral shades rather than bold prints to create a seamless balance.

Meanwhile, if your wrap is more naturally draped over your shoulder, you have a better chance of donning a statement printed hijab.

Color Contrasting

Color coordinating your hijab means getting a better idea of the color wheel. In a basic sense, the color wheel contains primary, secondary, and tertiary colors.

To find your complementary colors, you need to pick a color and choose the one opposite it as a contrasting shade.

For instance, if you chose to wear a pink hijab, such as our bestselling Pastel Queen, you can pair it well with a green dress.

Going Monochromatic

If you’re not a fan of contrasting shades, we suggest experimenting with monochromatic options.

For example, you can pair our striking Velvet Dunes with a vivid purple outfit. It’ll give you an effortlessly chic look. Bonus points if you add extra texture to your ensemble, like incorporating a sequined garment.

Ways to Style a Hijab for Your Special Occasions

You could be on the search for hijab styling for a wedding or a formal wrap to update your formal looks.

Either way, the choices are endless, but we’ve gathered the best options to cater for most modest styles and tastes.

1. Neat and Tucked

If you’re going for a polished and effortlessly chic hijab style, a neat and tucked scarf is the way to go.

This style is perfect for professional and elevated settings and screams sophistication. All you have to do is:

1. Frame your face with the hijab and make sure both ends are equal.
2. Use a magnet pin to secure the hijab under your neck.
3. Cross both ends over each other and wrap it around your neck.
4. Tuck the ends and flatten them out under your blouse.

2. Effortless Side Drape

For a softer and more delicate appeal, you can never go wrong with the effortless side drape. Perfect for weddings and most face shapes, you can style this with all sorts of dresses and glam outfits.

1. Place the hijab over your face and leave one side longer than the other.
2. Take the longer side and drape it over your shoulder.
3. If needed, secure the sides with pins.

3. Back Drape

For those that want their outfits to shine, a seamless back drape is your calling. To do it:

1. Place the hijab over your head and make both sides equal.
2. Drape both sides over your shoulder.
3. Bonus: tie both ends in the back for a sleeker look.

4. Side Knot

If you’re looking for a variation of a simple side drape, you can go for the side knot. Here’s how to go about it.

1. Drape the hijab over your head and leave one side longer than the other.
2. Cross the longer side over the shorter one.
3. Pull the longer side from under the shorter side and drape it elegantly to your back.

Final Thoughts

When it comes to hijab styling for special occasions, the possibilities are truly endless. By learning different hijab styles and color coordination tactics, you can effortlessly elevate your ensemble to suit any event, from weddings to formal gatherings.

Remember, your hijab is not just an accessory but a statement of elegance and individuality. So, embrace the journey of experimenting with different styles and let your hijab be the perfect finishing touch to your special occasion outfit.