The Journal

How to Measure Yourself for a Custom Abaya — The Complete Guide

"A perfectly fitting abaya does not just look better. It feels better. It photographs better. It gives you a confidence that a badly fitting piece simply cannot — no matter... Read more...

The Best Alcohol-Free Perfume Oils in 2026

Alcohol-free fragrance is not a compromise. It is a choice. And in 2026, that choice comes with oud, ambergris, Turkish rose and 12 hours of sillage on your skin. Still... Read more...

Why You Should Wear Linen This Summer — SUNMER '26

Why You Should Wear Linen This Summer, No synthetics. Nothing that traps the sun. Only fabric that breathes with the heat. Read more...

7 Abaya Styles Every Muslim Woman Needs in 2026

There are women who own 40 abayas and have nothing to wear. And there are women who own 7 and are dressed for every single occasion that walks through the... Read more...

Abaya for Tall Women — Custom Sizing Available at Maison AshShifa Dubai

Abaya for Tall Women — We Finally Made One That Actually Fits

If you are 5'8 or above, you have probably accepted as fact that abayas just do not fit you properly. The sleeves end at your forearm. The hem hits your... Read more...

Luxury Abaya UK — Handcrafted in Dubai, Delivered to Your Doorstep

"You live in the UK or anywhere around the world. You deserve a luxury abaya from Dubai. And you should not have to fly there to get one or pay... Read more...

Why Does a Handmade Abaya Cost $300 — The Honest Answer by Maison AshShifa Dubai

Why Does a Handmade Abaya Cost $300+? (The Honest, No-Filter Answer)

"Let's settle this once and for all. Because yes, $326 for an abaya is a real number. And yes, it is completely, entirely, 100% worth it. Here is why —... Read more...

What to Wear to a Walimah and Nikkah in 2026 — The Complete Abaya Guide by Maison AshShifa Dubai

What to Wear to a Walimah/Nikkah in 2026 — The Complete Abaya Guide

The walimah is more than a wedding celebration — it is the moment you walk in and every eye turns. What you wear is your statement. Make it unforgettable. Read more...