Muslim Headscarves in the New Millenium

The jilbab, or mandatory headcovering for Muslim women, has been growing in popularity, and is in vogue in many social circles. But why do many feel it is still not Islamic enough?

December 25, 2001

Twenty-year-old Aida Fadilah, is an attractive woman. Her shirt, slacks, and handbag are all in red. There is a yellow flower pattern on her headscarf, which contrasts nicely with the ensemble. The edges of the scarf are not draped over her chest, but tied up behind her neck, somewhat resembling a hat with a tail, exposing Aida's slender neck. "This is known as the millenium jilbab (headscarf)," said Aida, who is a student in one of

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