The Dupatta

In Islam, we use a lot of fabric.  The long, soft and flowy fabric used by muslim women to cover the chest area is called a dupatta.

The dupatta is both feminine and protective.  I find it very fashionable.  It is my favourite piece of garment.  It can be worn in so many ways, for so many purposes.

There is nothing more pleasing than the warmth of a dupatta on a chilly morning, drawn around one's shoulders to keep out a sudden nippy wind.

Let a dupatta wrap you in its arms, let it arch over your head like a glorious monument, let it softly frame your frame.

In its simplicity may you glow.