5 Modern Hijab Tutorials: If you Learn You Can Master Today | Wazi Empire

Let us face the truth: The first challenge that comes to mind, when looking at a hijab style is not an easy task. You see videos having 50 pins, complicated folds, more than three layers — you think it’s a mad plan, “I don’t have time. Without the skill set of a stylist, you can look great. Some of the most fanciest, most difficult to create looks take 60 seconds.

Wazi empire hijabs are fit for life. It doesn't matter if you're running a class or headed to work, someone who prefers no stress, try 5 modern Hijab Tutorials that could be learned on the very same day.

The Essentials Kit for 5 Modern Hijab Tutorials

Before you get started, buy three tools to ease the work of styling; no one styles without them.

● A Cotton Undercap: Holds your hair back and reduces slippage.

● Magnet Pins: Ditch your safety pins! The Wazi Empire magnets are extremely strong, snag-free and won't get you hooked.

● Great for Beginners: Jersey (no slip) or Chiffon for a dressed up look

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Style 1: The Simple “Throw-Over” (The 30 Second Style)

● Best Fabric: Jersey or Cotton

● Crinkle Best For: Running errands, gym, casual days.

This is, so to speak, the hijab scrub." It’s effortless and cool.

Step-by-Step:

● It will come in two pieces; one side short (about chest length) and the other long.

● Don’t tuck it under your chin. (Yes, really!).

● Take the long side and drape it over your other shoulder gently.

● Let it hang there. The jersey fabric will cling to the body, so you don’t even need to pin it.

Pro Tip: If it seems too loose, use a tiny magnet pin on the shoulder for drape.

Style 2: The traditional chiffon wrap Hijab

● Best Fabric: Chiffon

● Silk Best For: Work, school and events.

This is the gold standard. It is high-class, well organized and artistic.

Step-by-Step:

● Ensure that your hijab is windowed on top of the head.

● Hold it in place with a Magnet Pin beneath your chin.

● Wrap the long side around your neck and, if you’ll be wearing a tie more than once in one sitting, fold it inside itself.

● Wrap it all the way to the front.

● Pin the end to your shoulder (or nip it under your top for a neater result).

Styling note: The wrap will make your face look oval if you don’t pull it tight around the top of your head. Tight wraps can emphasize roundness.

[Read: How to Wear Hijab for the Shape of Your Face]

Style 3: The “Turban” (Neck Exposed)

● Best Fabric: Jersey, Satin

● Pleated Chiffon Best For: High-neck dresses, warm temperatures and bangin’ earrings.

Step-by-Step:

● Folding (or scrunching) your hijab into a strip that’s long.

● Position the hijab at the back of your neck.

● Position both ends toward your forehead.

● Cross the ends over each other at the top of your forehead.

● Then bring the ends to the back of your neck and tie in a knot.

● Fold in any loose ends under the wrap so they are out of view.

Pro Tip: Since this style leaves the neck exposed, it goes well with a turtleneck or a blouse with a high collar.

Style 4: “Chest Coverage” Drape

● Best Fabric: Wide Chiffon

● Jersey Best For: Long thin scarf for modest/ prayer/work.

If you want a lot of coverage but don’t want to look frumpy, this is the style for you.

Step-by-Step:

● Hang the hijab folded on your head with a long side and other short.

● Pin under the chin.

● The long side drapes loosely across your chest and is pinned over the other shoulder.

● But instead of spinning it around your head, let the fabric hover over your chest.

● Pin the rest of the piece across your head (or shoulder, if you are draping it over your shoulder).

Style 5: “Earrings Show” (Side Pin)

● Best Material: Chiffon

● Silk Best For: Weddings, cocktail parties, jewelry.

Step-by-Step:

● Use a full-coverage Ninja Undercap (covering neck and hair).

● Place your hijab loosely on the head.

● Instead of pinning under your chin, pin the hijab behind your ear or at the side of your jawline.

● Your earlobes are out, but your neck is enveloped by the undercap.

● Swathe the long end over your shoulder.

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Common Beginner Mistakes to Avoid

● The Undercap Neglect: You can absolutely get away without wearing an undercap (especially with chiffon), but not all the time. Otherwise, your scarf will shimmy its way backward.

● Using Too Many Pins: If you need 10 pins, then you are overthinking it. Great entries need 1-3 pins max.

● Ironing Mistake: A crumpled hijab can ruin an excellent clothing. Invest in a handheld steamer — it literally takes 30 seconds to make your hijab look fresh!

Conclusion

Don't be afraid to practice! The most ideal way is to stand in front of a mirror and practice with the fabric. Start with Style 1 (The Throw-Over) and progress up.
Alternatively, if a style sits strangely, know that it’s not the one for you. Comfort breeds confidence.

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