The Ultimate Hijab Style Guide: Elevate Your Look with Timeless Styles

Hijab styling is an art that reflects both cultural traditions and personal expression. With so many styles to choose from, you can find a look that not only suits your face shape and fashion taste but also fits every occasion, whether it’s casual, professional, or something more polished. In this guide, we explore some of the most popular hijab styles from around the world that every hijabi should have in her repertoire. These styles are versatile, easy to recreate, and will elevate your wardrobe. Let’s dive into these timeless hijab looks!

The Classic Hijab Styles

The classics never go out of style. These tried-and-true hijab styles are essential for building the foundation of your everyday looks. No matter your personal style, these options are universally flattering and versatile, making them true wardrobe staples.

The Everyday Wrap

The Everyday Wrap is one of the most iconic and widely-recognized hijab styles. It’s simple to tie, works well with almost every face shape, and looks great with a variety of fabrics. This timeless style can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion, making it perfect for day-to-day wear.

How to Style It:

1. Begin by framing the hijab around your face, leaving one side longer than the other.
2. Cross the longer end over the shorter end and wrap it loosely around your head.
3. If you prefer a sleek look, you can wrap it tighter; for added volume, keep it loose.
4. Secure the hijab with a magnet or pin on the side or at the top.

Best Fabrics:

• Jersey
• Woven
• Chiffon
• Satin

Why You’ll Love It:

• Suitable for all face shapes.
• Provides extra coverage.
• Perfect for those who wear glasses.

The No-Hassle Tassel

The No-Hassle Tassel is a minimalist’s dream. It's simple, versatile, and effortless. This style works wonderfully with non-slip fabrics, making pins entirely optional. Whether you're running errands or attending a casual gathering, this look is both carefree and stylish.

How to Style It:

1. Start by framing the hijab around your face and secure it under your chin with a magnet.
2. Bring the longer side over your head and let the 'tassel' drape over your shoulder.
3. You can wrap the longer side around your neck for extra coverage or let it hang freely—it all depends on your preference.

Best Fabrics:

• Jersey
• Woven
• Modal
• Chiffon

Why You’ll Love It:

• No pins required with the right fabric.
• Works with both rectangle and square hijabs.
• Offers a stylish yet relaxed look.

The Casual Chic Style

The Casual Chic style radiates effortless elegance. It’s the perfect balance between laid-back and stylish, making it an ideal option for everyday wear. Whether you’re on the go or heading to a casual outing, this style keeps things simple yet fashionable.

How to Style It:

1. Frame the hijab around your face, ensuring that one side is slightly longer than the other.
2. Secure the hijab under your chin with a magnet.
3. Wrap the longer side around your neck and let both sides hang loose for a carefree, draped look.

Best Fabrics:

• Jersey
• Woven
• Chiffon
• Satin

Why You’ll Love It:

• Offers an effortless, casual-chic appearance.
• Works with all face shapes.
• Perfect for day-to-day outfits.

The Heritage Styles

These hijab styles offer an elegant and polished appearance, perfect for professional settings or when you’re aiming for a more sophisticated look. Their tucked-in appearance makes them a great choice for high-neck tops or blazers, allowing you to maintain a refined silhouette.

The Parisian Knot

The Parisian Knot combines elegance with a bit of flair. This style adds a chic European touch to your wardrobe, especially when paired with a printed square hijab. It’s perfect for those days when you want to keep it sophisticated but with a dash of personality.

How to Style It:

1. Fold your square hijab into an uneven triangle.
2. Place it over your head and secure it under your chin with a magnet, leaving one side shorter than the other.
3. Bring the longer side around your neck and tie it with the back part of the hijab on the side of your neck. Be sure to double knot it.
4. Drape the shorter side across your neckline or tuck it in for a polished finish.

Best Fabrics:

• Chiffon
• Satin

Why You’ll Love It:

• Perfect for professional or formal occasions.
• Offers a sleek, tucked-in appearance.
• Works great with crew necks.

The Voluminous Styles

If you’re someone who loves a little extra volume in your hijab, these styles are for you. Adding layers and pleats not only enhances your overall look but also adds a luxurious touch.

The Side Twist

The Side Twist is a great style for those who prefer volume without adding bulk to the chest area. It’s also a fabulous option for glasses wearers, as the fabric can be kept away from the eyes. This style brings in a playful twist while keeping things relaxed.

How to Style It:

1. Begin by framing the hijab around your face and securing it under your chin with a magnet.
2. Take the shorter side and wrap it over your head, letting the longer side follow.
3. Style the remaining fabric by twisting it backward and securing it under the folds with a magnet.

Best Fabrics:

• Woven

Why You’ll Love It:

• Ideal for adding volume without overwhelming the look.
• Perfect for all face shapes.
• Works well with glasses.

The Loose Drape

The Loose Drape is your go-to style when you want maximum coverage with minimal effort. It offers a loose, breezy look while still maintaining modesty. This style works well with most fabrics and pairs beautifully with accessories like brooches or necklaces.

How to Style It:

1. Frame the hijab around your face, keeping one side longer than the other.
2. Wrap the longer side around your head, fluffing the fabric to add volume.
3. Secure the fabric on top with a magnet and adjust the drape for the desired look.
4. Tuck the shorter side underneath the folds for a neat finish.

Best Fabrics:

• Woven
• Chiffon
• Satin

Why You’ll Love It:

• Offers extra coverage.
• Versatile and works with both rectangle and square hijabs.
• Great for glasses wearers.

The Whimsical Bow

Perfect for days when you’re looking for a statement style, the Whimsical Bow is charming, fun, and not overly bulky. It looks great with crew neck shirts.

Instructions

1. Frame the hijab around your face, leaving one side slightly longer than the other.
2. Wrap both sides around your neck, and bring them back to the front, letting them meet at the side.
3. Tie into a bow.

The Whimsical Bow

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• All face shapes
• Great with crew necks!

Works With:

Chiffon

Satin

Heritage

The Voluminous

Luxurious layers and breezy pleats make these styles perfect for those who like a little extra volume in their hijab looks. These voluminous styles deliver extra flair in your style step!

The Side Twist

This classic style is a great way to incorporate volume into your look with no bulk in the chest area. Due to the many folds, it works great with glasses! Perfect for a day when you want a relaxed style but are looking for that extra twist of personality.

Instructions

1. Frame the hijab around your face as you like, making sure to keep one side shorter than the other. Secure under your chin with a magnet.
2. Take the shorter side and wrap it backward over your head.
3. Bring the longer side around your head over the shorter side. The two pieces should now be layered atop your head. Secure the top of your hijab with a magnet.
4. Style the "tail" end of your hijab by twisting it back a few times, then secure with a magnet to the fabric at your neck, hidden underneath the folds.

The Side Twist

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• All face shapes
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Woven

The Loose Drape

A great option for women looking for extra coverage, the Loose Drape is versatile and works with most fabrics. This style is well suited to pair with a necklace or brooch.

Instructions

1. Frame the hijab around your face, keeping one side significantly longer than the other.
2. Wrap the longer side around and over your head, fluffing it up on top to create some volume, and back to the front over your shoulder.
3. Take that same strand and bring it around your head once more, pinning it to the top of your head. Fix the fabric in front for the desired loose drape.
4. Tuck the untouched shorter side underneath the front drape.

The Loose Drape

What's it good for?

• Rectangle & square hijabs
• All face shapes
• Extra coverage
• Perfect with glasses!
• Works well with a brooch

Works With:

Woven

Chiffon

Satin

Over the Shoulder

A favorite among the influencer set, these playful over-the-shoulder styles are beloved for their breezy, bohemian vibe. Wrap yourself in one of these chic styles for a look that is equal parts effortless and glamorous.

The Turkish Wrap

If you spend a week in Istanbul you’re sure to see this iconically Turkish hijab style everywhere! Be sure to use a square sized thicker satin fabric (shiny or matte) to obtain that classic point over your forehead.

Instructions

1. Wear an undercap that coordinates with your hijab.
2. Fold your square hijab in an uneven triangle. Place over your head, keeping both sides even, styling with a point at the top. Secure under your chin with a magnet.
3. Take the two hanging sides, cross them over each other and around your neck. Use a magnet to secure or tie them together under the triangular tail in the back so it’s hidden.

The Turkish Wrap

What's it good for?

• Square hijabs
• All face shapes
• Best with an undercap

Works With:

Satin

Heritage

The Throwback

Simplest of the Over-The-Shoulder Styles, the Throwback radiates a relaxed vibe. This look is perfect for crew-neck shirts and only requires one pin to stay in place.

Instructions

1. Frame the hijab around your face, keeping both sides even. Secure under your chin with a magnet.
2. Take one side and toss it over your shoulder. Pull it tightly and let it trail down your back for a more streamlined look, or let it drape softly over your shoulder for a more relaxed effect. (Optional: Secure with a magnet).

The Throwback

What's it good for?

• Rectangle & square hijabs
• All face shapes
• Great with crew necks!

Works With:

Jersey

Woven

Chiffon

Satin

The Chic Flare

This style is perfect for the girl looking for a graceful look with delicate artistry. To achieve this ethereal billowing effect, be sure to choose a light-weight fabric.

Instructions

1. Frame the hijab around your face, keeping one side very short, and the other very long.
2. Take the back edge of the longer side (as if you’re pulling it inside out) and wrap it around your neck, leaving the fabric framing your face loosely billowing. Secure behind your neck as tight or as loose as you like depending on your preferred front coverage.
3. Take the shorter side that has been unused until now, and bring it under the billowing fabric and around your neck, letting it hang over your shoulder.

The Chic Flare

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• Oval, Round, Heart & Square Face
• Best with an undercap

Works With:

Woven

Chiffon

Satin

The Turban

Turbans have long been a mainstay in many cultures, from the colorful headwrap traditions of Africa to the voluminous pleated styles prevalent in Asia. Especially ideal for ladies with a strong jaw and curved forehead, these looks are rooted in rich history, with a modern, creative vibe.

The Side Knot

One of the most versatile turbans, the side knot changes drastically depending on the fabric you choose. Select a light-weight fabric for a simple, serene effect and a bulkier fabric for more drama. The long tails of the fabric give you plenty of room for creativity so have fun with it!

Instructions

1. Fold your hijab in half lengthwise, and put it over your head (covering your ears), then bring both strands to the nape of your neck and tie them together.
2. Bring one side back to the front, over your shoulder.
3. Grab both ‘tails’ on the side of your head and tie a knot.

The Side Knot

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• Square & Round Face
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Woven

Heritage

The Criss Cross

This simple turban is differentiated by an artistic criss-cross above the forehead. The elevated style is perfect for a long day when you want your hijab to stay in place and out of your way.

Instructions

1. Fold your hijab in half lengthwise, and put it over your head. Cross both pieces toward the back, at the nape of your neck.
2. Take one ‘tail’ and wrap it toward the front of your head, and back around toward the nape of your neck. Tuck the end into the hijab under your bun.
3. Repeat for the other side, being sure to preserve the criss-cross look at the top of your head when you wrap it.

The Criss Cross

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• Square & Round Face
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Jersey

Woven

Heritage

The Refined Turban

The Refined turban emits an aura of glamour and sophistication due to its symmetry and simplicity. All excess fabric is tucked seamlessly inside the turban. Dress it up for an elegant evening or down for a casual day around town.

Instructions

1. Before you put your hijab on, tie your hair in a bun – not too high and not too low.
2. Fold your hijab in half lengthwise, and put it over your head, keeping one side much shorter than the other. Cross both pieces toward the back, at the nape of your neck.
3. Wrap the shorter end around your bun, tucking it into itself to secure.
4. Then wrap the longer piece around your bun several times. Once again, tuck the remaining fabric into itself. Secure with a concealed magnet.

The Refined

What's it good for?

• Rectangle hijabs
• Square & Round Face
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Jersey

Woven

Heritage

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Rosie-the-Riveter

Named for a feminist icon, this powerful turban will make you feel capable of accomplishing anything you can dream! Have fun with big earrings for an unexpected twist.

Instructions

1. Drape the hijab over your head, keeping both sides equal.
2. Grab the hijab from your temples, and pull forward, bringing the hem of the hijab in the back up to the base of your neck, right before your back hairline.
3. Grab both ends of the hijab, and cross them over your head, tying once at the top (and front) of your head, leaving a small amount of fabric draping over your forehead.
4. Then, bring each side to the top of your head once more, cross them, and bring it around your head to the back, flattening the fabric along the side of your head.
5. Cross them in the back and tuck remaining fabric into itself along the sides of your head.
6. Pull remaining flap draping on your forehead up and over the front knot and tuck it in behind the knot.

Rosie-the-Riveter

What's it good for?

• Square & Rectangle hijabs
• Square & Round Face
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Woven

Heritage

The Top Knot

This bold style is perfect for the woman on a mission. The power knot exudes personality, creativity and fearlessness.

Instructions

1. Drape the hijab over your head, keeping both sides equal.
2. Grab the hijab from your temples, and pull forward, bringing the hem of the hijab in the back up to the base of your neck, right before your back hairline.
3. Grab both ends of the hijab, and cross them over your head, tying once at the top (and front) of your head.
4. Wrap each side around the knot, until you have your large top knot.

The Top Knot

What's it good for?

• Square & Rectangle hijabs
• Square & Round Face
• Perfect with glasses!

Works With:

Woven

Chiffon

Heritage