Hijab Obsessions-Kaftan/Abaya Review

Today I will be reviewing a  a Simplicity Kaftan abaya sent to me by Hijab Obsessions. This is the first abaya that I have in my collection at the moment so I was very excited to try.  I was kindly sent one in a striking electric blue. It is plain so can be worn like so or dressed up with accessories.

On first impressions I was wondering if they had sent me the wrong size as it was HUGE! However once worn with a belt it was perfect! I was sent a size 52 which I believe was based on my height (I am 5ft2 inches). Other sizes available are 54, 56, 58 and 60.

Without belt                  worn with belt

Ignore the colour of the kaftan on the left, it was taken in the dark. The true colour is on the right and is stunning!

The kaftan is made from jersey material but isn't tight at all. The sleeves are batwing style and flattering without looking large. An added feature is strings inside, which allow you to tie and adjust to your size.

I have dressed mine up with a black belt from Primark; wedges from Forever 21 and a cobra hijab from Princess Rockz

With the heels and belt the kaftan is just about the right length. If you're petite like me it won't be possible to wear flats with this length kaftan.

As the colour is so striking I would probably save this for an evening event and choose their black kaftan to wear during the day.

Conclusion

I like that the kaftan is plain which gives you the freedom to dress up however you like. It can be worn for a majority of functions and and give you a different look each time.

You can purchase from Hijab Obsessions for £42.99. Check out their website for more photos :)

What do you think of the kaftan? Do you have something similar in your wardrobe?

Short guide to Morocco

Morocco is a wonderful place...great sites, great beaches and amazing shopping!!! ;)

I found that it helps if u know French or Arabic as not much English is spoken there..apart from the tourist places such as Marrakesh and Agadir and the bigger cities. The Arabic phrase I think will come in much use (if your a girl) is 'Emshi!' -meaning go away....when you visit Morocco you will know why this word comes in much use!

For more Arabic words and phrases click here

Shopping in Marrakesh

In Morocco the price of all things is bartered for, so don't be afraid to try it! The general rule is to go half and then a bit less than that of the asking price.

I'm sure you all seen the Apprentice episode in which Alan Sugar sent the wannabe apprentices to Marrakesh? If not check it out !

Marrakesh is a place for those who love to spend agesss haggling over the price bartering...the apprentices were sent to the bargaining capital of the world (i reckon anyway :P) to test out their skills...do you think you can match them??

Necklace Heaven!!

CD Shop

With tourists flocking to Marrakesh, and even celebrities, it tends to be much more expensive than other places in Morocco; so if you can, explore different cities, where you can witness the real beauty of Morocco.

Moroccan Fashion

Traditional Moroccan dress is the Kaftan....when i went Morocco I saw some georgous ones, such as the ones below. They come in different styles and sizes and can be adjusted to fit you.

Moroccan Abayas


If you haggle well, you can get a good deal!

Wedding kaftans are so elegant and gorgeous!!


Ourika Valley


Not far from Marrakesh this place offers a cool haven away from the heat of the city. Driving through the Atlas Mountains you can stop off and go for a camel ride. At Ourika Valley why not climb to a beautiful waterfall whilst enjoying a delicious meal of tagine- a traditional Moroccan dish.

Moroccan Tagine

High in the Atlas Mountains

Waterfall


Camel riding in the Atlas Mountains