Know Your Fabric
The LAMSAH Fabric Guide
Colour is only half the story — the fabric decides how a hijab feels, drapes and catches the light. Learn the character of each material so you can choose with confidence.
01 — Fabric Library
Chiffon
Weightless and airy with a fine, smooth grain — chiffon floats rather than falls. The signature fabric of soft, effortless elegance.
- Texture
- Soft, smooth, slightly translucent
- Weight & Feel
- Feather-light and breathable
- Opacity
- Semi-sheer — pairs beautifully with an underscarf
- Drape
- Fluid, floating drape
- Shine
- Soft matte
- Best For
- Everyday elegance, layering, warm weather
Care — Hand wash cold with a gentle detergent. Drip dry away from sunlight. Cool iron on low.
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02 — Fabric Library
Crepe
A matte surface with a fine, pebbled grain. Crepe holds its shape with quiet structure — polished with no fuss.
- Texture
- Matte, softly grainy pebbled surface
- Weight & Feel
- Light to medium, substantial in hand
- Opacity
- Opaque
- Drape
- Structured yet graceful — holds its styling
- Shine
- Fully matte
- Best For
- Work, daily wear, crease-free travel
Care — Hand wash cold. Lay flat to dry. Steam gently rather than pressing hard.
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03 — Fabric Library
Cotton
A natural, breathable weave with a soft matte touch. The most comfortable companion for long, warm days.
- Texture
- Natural woven feel, soft against the skin
- Weight & Feel
- Medium, breathable and airy
- Opacity
- Opaque
- Drape
- Relaxed, natural drape
- Shine
- None — fully matte
- Best For
- All-day comfort, everyday wear, sensitive skin
Care — Gentle machine or hand wash cold. Iron on medium while slightly damp.
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04 — Fabric Library
Jersey
A soft knitted stretch that moves with you and stays exactly where you place it — often without a single pin.
- Texture
- Soft, smooth fine-knit stretch
- Weight & Feel
- Medium — comfortably weighty
- Opacity
- Opaque
- Drape
- Heavy, fluid drape that stays in place
- Shine
- Matte
- Best For
- Active days, travel, effortless pin-free styling
Care — Machine wash gentle, cold. Dry flat — never wring or hang wet.
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05 — Fabric Library
Silk / Satin
Smooth, cool and lustrous. A liquid drape and a luminous sheen make this the fabric of occasions.
- Texture
- Silky smooth, cool to the touch
- Weight & Feel
- Light with a fluid weight
- Opacity
- Opaque with a luminous surface
- Drape
- Liquid, flowing drape
- Shine
- High, luxurious sheen
- Best For
- Evenings, celebrations, special occasions
Care — Hand wash cold or dry clean. Iron on reverse at the lowest setting.
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06 — Fabric Library
Georgette
Lightly crinkled with a delicate, grainy surface. Georgette grips softly as you style it — graceful and forgiving.
- Texture
- Lightly crinkled, subtly grainy
- Weight & Feel
- Light and airy
- Opacity
- Semi-sheer
- Drape
- Graceful, easy to shape and layer
- Shine
- Low, soft lustre
- Best For
- Everyday to dressy, humid climates
Care — Hand wash cold. Drip dry. Cool iron only if needed.
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07 — Fabric Library
Organza / Shimmer
A crisp, fine weave threaded with light. Structured volume and a gentle shimmer, made for celebration.
- Texture
- Crisp and fine with light-catching threads
- Weight & Feel
- Very light yet structured
- Opacity
- Sheer — layer with an underscarf
- Drape
- Holds airy volume and sculptural shape
- Shine
- Shimmering, luminous
- Best For
- Weddings, Eid, festive evenings
Care — Hand wash gently in cold water or dry clean. Cool iron under a pressing cloth.
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More fabrics are joining the library
New materials are curated one touch at a time. Until then, browse the full colour catalogue.
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