Muslim women in Jakarta, Indonesia, take hijab as a real fashion accessory. Colorful scarves and dresses are put on to cover their bodies, not only for religious reasons but also for the purpose of being chic.
Hijabistas, contractions of hijab and fashionistas are common scenes in the streets of Jakarta. For them, being religious was never really a restriction to freely express themselves. In accordance with Islamic principles, they cover their body except for the face and hands. However, they also have a great interest in fashion and do not want to be ostracized by femininity.
Anneke Scorpy Situmorang (31), a muslim woman with stylish hijab, owns a muslim fashion magazine in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday (19/01/2013). [Photo : Eka Nickmatulhuda]
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Wida Herlina Wardhani (37), a muslim woman with stylish hijab, works as dentist in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday (19/01/2013). [Photo : Eka Nickmatulhuda]
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Yunia Rahayu (35), a mother of 3 years old son, in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday (26/01). [Photo : Eka Nickmatulhuda]
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Meisra Adni, 32 years old and her 7 years old daughter Qisthi Khaera Dayyana, take a walk in a park in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sunday (3/2/2013). [Photo : Eka Nickmatulhuda]
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Rina Nurlaila (20), a young muslim woman with stylish hijab, also a university student majoring in engineering at a mal in Jakarta, Indonesia, Saturday (2/2/2013). [Photo : Eka Nickmatulhuda]
nickmatulhuda
Documentary Photographer based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Dedicates most of her work in exploring the stories of humanity, religion and women. Eka also writes and produces videos.