JEDDAH — A fashion show, titled "Muslima Fashion Show and Hijab Tutorial," was organized by one of well known Indonesian fashion designer Irna Mutiara and members of Indonesian Women Association to highlight new trends and fashion to Muslim females. The event took place on Sunday at the Gathering Hall of the Indonesian Consul General's residence here. “Hijab is not merely about fashion, it is more about a reflection of our faith. The design and styles of Islamic clothing have mushroomed in last few years with the increasing awareness among the young generation to put on hijab as obligated by our religion,” said the wife of Indonesian Consul General, Lies Tresnowati Dharmakirty in her brief welcoming remark. Comprising 88 percent of the total population, Indonesia is set to become the trendsetter of the world's Muslim Wear with fast growing styles. "Islamic and modest clothing that is trendy and fashionable has inspired a lot of young generation in Indonesia. This brings a very lucrative business especially for those who are interested to pursue a career in Muslim wear business," said Mutiara. She added: "I've been consistently striving to come up with modest design but still look fashionable and trendy, as well as easy and comfortable to wear according to a particular occasion. I constantly take a journey and explore the Islamic clothing world to shed some light on the latest trend in Islamic fashion for Muslim women." Wives of the consulate's staff and female of Indonesian community living here attended the function. Elly Warta Malik, founder of Dar ul Ilm institute of Al-Qur'an and Arabic language in Jeddah and a member of Indonesian Women Association, highly appreciated the them of event. She said: "Indonesian females in Jeddah have a golden chance to get more acquainted with the latest trend of Islamic fashion clothing. Whenever people talk about fashion, their mind jumps to Paris. So my wish is that whenever people talk about Muslima fashion, their eyes must turn toward Indonesia." Malik also said that people wear hijab for many reasons — the call of faith or it may be because they look more elegant. "This event brings DawaH and economic mission, with the mushrooming business of Hijab fashion, women can explore business opportunities by becoming entrepreneurs," she said. The colorful event showcased a vibrant variety of clothing suitable for Muslim females.
