Abaya

The Abaya is the garment that is worn to cover the body from shoulders to foot and is traditionally black in color.

The Muslim Woman K_Norm 2010

The Abaya is the garment that is worn to cover the body from shoulders to foot and is traditionally black in color.

The Muslim Woman K_Norm 2010

The Abaya is the signature dress for emirati women.

iToot Stream 2009

Although outwardly secular, Tarek was raised in the type of traditional Muslim family typical of the Middle East: Abaya-covered home-maker mother; extended family under one roof; strong expectations of marriage.

David Kaufman: Urban Legend: Black Men, Gayness and the Hypocrisy of the DL 2010

Matt Abaya curated the first year's film/vid by himself (subsequently done by committee, although Matt continued to take point for a few years.)

APAture Live 2008

Connie Abaya has created this fun line of trendy custom casual wear with sparkle.

GBK Productions Gives Back at their 2007 MTV Gifting Suite 2007

Sara wore skintight tracksuits and her short, spiky hair uncovered; I wore an Abaya with full headscarf which she taught me to fold and tuck.

LabourList: France Tells Women What Not to Wear 2009

Veteran journalist Tony Abaya questions the citing of the presence of groups of armed men in Maguindanao as justification for martial law:

Philippines Bloggers Raise Voices Against Martial Law 2009

Women in Jeddah are dressed in an outside gown called “Abaya”, it supposed to be worn over clothes so dress lightly beneath it especially in the summer.

Saudi Arabia: Independent Women 2008

On the Abaya, or cloak worn by women in Saudi, Sabra writes:

Saudi Arabia: The Black Garbage Bag 2008