The black abaya (a full-length loose fitting robe) and niqab (full-face veil) were once emblematic of the restrictions placed on Saudi Arabian women, and those who strayed from this dress code ...

Saudi Arabia’s authorities must immediately reveal the fate and whereabouts of Manahel al-Otaibi, a 30-year-old woman serving an 11-year prison sentence for promoting women’s rights, who has now been ...

for the Spanish model in one of the malls in Saudi Arabia. Even though she was not wearing the niqab, Rodríguez appears to enjoy wearing the traditional Arab abaya, or cloak, as the 28-year-old ...

In short? No. A burqa is not required anywhere in Saudi Arabia for female travelers. However, there were certain areas that I do recommend wearing a headscarf and/or an abaya, though not everywhere.

I tell you these things here because Sami was about to drive us to the mall so Noof could help me pick out a new abaya, the ankle-length covering garment women must wear in Saudi Arabia ...

Women in Saudi Arabia need not wear head cover or the abaya, as long as their attire is "decent and respectful", the Kingdom's reform-minded crown prince said. With the ascent to power of young ...

Have you ever dreamed of exploring the enchanting landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich culture of Saudi Arabia? The Arabian ...

The launch of the fashion line redefines the abaya as a global garment for all women, a symbol of elegance and modesty. Saudi Arabia’s Princess Safia Hussein Guerras and Belgian designer ...

Saudi Arabia threw open its doors to foreign ... public places and requiring women to wear all-covering black robes, or abayas. Tourism chief Ahmed Al Khateeb told Reuters in an interview ahead ...

She’s done it once again at the Joy Awards 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Shraddha Kapoor seemingly drew inspiration from the Islamic Abaya, seamlessly blending modesty and faith with fashion in the most ...