Guide
Fabrics & fit
Everything needed to choose a length, a fabric and a cut with confidence — for women's jilbabs, men's robes and children's prayerwear.
Size and height guide
| Length | Wearer height | Adult garment length | Kids equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petite | Up to 5'3" | 52" | 3-6y: 42" |
| Regular | 5'4" - 5'8" | 56" | 7-10y: 48" |
| Tall | 5'9" and above | 60" | 11-14y: 52" |
Fabric guide
- Modal
- Soft, fluid drape with good breathability. Best for humid climates and prayerwear.
- Nidha
- Matte microfibre with body. Holds a clean silhouette and resists creasing.
- Crepe
- Textured surface that hides light. Mid-weight and forgiving in wear.
- Jersey
- Stretch knit for pull-on styles. Comfortable but shows shape more readily.
- Cotton
- Cool and washable. Creases more; ideal for kids and everyday robes.
- Cotton-linen
- Dry handle with texture. Excellent in dry heat, softens with washing.
- Bamboo blend
- Brushed, temperature-regulating and quiet against the skin.
- Chiffon overlay
- Sheer layer used over an opaque base for volume, never alone.
- Wool blend
- Winter over-robes. Warm without bulk; dry clean recommended.
Seasonal and regional guidance
- UK winter: mid-weight crepe or a wool-blend over-robe layered over jersey.
- GCC heat: lightweight cotton, modal and open-weave linen in pale colours.
- Southeast Asia humidity: bamboo blends and modal, which dry quickly.
- Travel: crease-resistant crepe that packs flat and shakes out clean.
How to measure yourself
- Stand straight in the shoes you usually wear.
- Measure from the top of the shoulder to the floor; that is your garment length.
- Measure your chest at the fullest point, keeping the tape level.
- For men's robes, measure sleeve from the shoulder point to the wrist bone.
- Add roughly two inches of clearance to the length, then choose the nearest size up.
Common questions
One-piece is quicker to wear and better for prayer; two-piece is more flexible for daily styling and easier to launder in parts.