Journal

Style guides, care tips and stories from the atelier.

Style Guide · 17 September 2026 · 4 min read

5 Ways to Style a Black Abaya

Black is the most-worn shade in modest fashion for a reason: it goes everywhere and works with everything. Here are five ways to keep it from feeling one-note.

Style Guide · 13 September 2026 · 3 min read

Abaya Sizing Guide: Measuring Yourself at Home

Ordering an abaya online means working from a size chart rather than a fitting room. Three measurements, taken at home, are all you need.

Style Guide · 10 September 2026 · 4 min read

Open vs. Closed Abaya: Which Suits You

The choice between an open and a closed abaya is practical, not only stylistic. Here is how to decide which suits your day.

Style Guide · 10 September 2026 · 4 min read

A Guide to Choosing and Styling Your Hijab

From everyday cottons to occasion silks, a short guide to the fabrics, styles and care habits worth knowing before you choose your next hijab.

Style Guide · 20 June 2026 · 4 min read

How to Style an Abaya for the Office in 2026

A considered guide to wearing a well-cut abaya, from morning meetings to evening engagements.

Care Guide · 12 June 2026 · 3 min read

Caring for Fine Fabrics: The Complete Barakah Guide

A delicate fabric is an investment. Here is how to wash, store, and travel with your finer pieces so they last decades, not seasons.

Behind the Brand · 5 June 2026 · 5 min read

Custom Sizing at Barakah: What to Expect

Every body is different, and we believe your abaya should reflect that. A walk through our custom sizing process, from measurement to delivery.