ISLAMIC ATTIRE:

In many professions, it is required that a person dresses in a certain manner or has to wear a uniform to identify his profession. If these rules are not followed, then one is dismissed. Similarly, in Islam, different codes of dressing have been set aside for Muslims so that they can be recognized among the Kufaars. If this dress code is not followed, then we deserve to be punished as well. 

As Muslims everything about us from our character to the dressing should serve as an example to people. We should be proud of showing that we are Muslims by adhering to the Islamic way of dressing and not following the west blindly and trying to look like them. 

It is Fardh on a male to keep the area between his navel and knees covered at all times. It is Sunnat for a male to wear a full-sleeved Kurta. A Muslim male is recognized by a Topi (hat).

If one is wearing a Turban, a Topi should be worn under it as well. 

The keeping of a beard is Waajib. The moustache should no be completely shaved off but kept well trimmed so that it does not come on the upper lip. 

It is also Sunnat to shave underarms and the area below the navel. 

The nails should be neatly trimmed as well. This should be done at least once a week but never left for longer then 40 days. 

Men have been commanded to restrain their gaze and avoid looking at women intentionally. 

Women should wear clothing that provide comfort and not restrict movements, such as tight- fitting clothes, see through clothes and clothing that attract attention should be avoided completely. Women should also not reveal their adornment in public or in front of any Non-Mahram (one whom Shari’ah allows them to marry). 

A women’s clothing must be such that it covers her from head to toes (with exception of her face and palms in Namaaz). 

Shari’ah also commands that women should not leave their homes without necessity. When traveling, it is very important that a woman be accompanied by a Mahram (one whom Shari’ah does not allow them to marry. 

To preserve her modesty and honour it is necessary that she adopt the Islamic way of dressing.

For a Muslim it is Haraam to wear anything that represents the Kufaars. 

Females should not cut the hair to resemble males.