Reader Request: Eid Evening Gowns

A few years back, a friend invited me to an iftar night out - essentially, grabbing iftar at a halal-friendly eatery (in this case, the wonderfully satisfying Burger 7 where I had not one but TWO burgers to break my fast).  Conversation got around to what and where we're finding Eid clothes.  I generally look for Pakistani clothes, which either my mom or me will find at the 11th hour, but I embrace anyone who wears American clothes to celebrate - because being American is part of our identity, in addition to any ethnic or other cultural practices we have.

Back to clothes...Yasmin is looking for a sleeved evening gown, and was willing to put down up to $150 for a nice gown for Eid.  She wears hijab and prefered not to have to jerry rig any gown to be modest, but will do it if needed.  Additionally, she stated she's looking for more "muted" colors, but you guys know me - I live for sequins and embellishments.

A long-sleeved gown in the summer months can be tough, but I put together a few to get Eid clothes shopping kicked off. It's no DKNY Ramadan Capsule Collection, but these might be slightly more Eidee-friendly. Click on the images below to be taken to the retailer!

**Disclaimer: Sizes and stock are limited AND some of these may need to be more modestified than others for Eid.**
1) Laundry by Shelli Segal: $53.99 // 2) House of Fraser Jersey Maxi: $54 // 3) Laundry by Shelli Segal Lace Floral Gown $108 

Laundry by Shelli Segal <span>Evening Dresses</span>
House of Fraser <span>Evening Dresses</span>

1) BCBGMaxazria Long-Sleeve Meredith Gown: $134 // 2) Twelfth Streeth by Cynthia Vincent: $274 // 3) Eliza J Portrait Collar 3/4 Sleeves: $194

Eliza J <span>Cocktail Dresses</span>
BCBGMAXAZRIA <span>Evening Dresses</span>

And a few others that wouldn't fit into the layouts. Click on the images to be taken to the retailer!

Modest Marvel: Essra Azim (ISNA, Day 1)

Sometimes you see an outfit and mentally memorize every piece of it, because it's THAT good.  I literally chased down this Modest Marvel from halfway across the ISNA bazaar to learn more about her outfit and her style.

Name: Essra Azim
Background: Essra is from East Lansing, Michigan and a student at Michigan State University, graduating in the spring with a degree in psychology.
What we love about her style:  The neutral on top of neutral and blues of her hijab were so elegantly coordinated that they were worth the chase!
Favorite pieces:  "Blazers!"  Essra finds layering a must and enjoys blazers for how they allow her to blend into modern dress.
About her style: "Posh.  I love Victoria Beckham!"
About her:  We loved her smile and the support her friends gave her as we interviewed her!
Her no-limit gift card:  "BCBG, for sure!"

An Evening to Remember - Strapless Gowns

I get to look forward to many things this year, but among the best are two weddings in which I have the honor of being a bridesmaid. People often share war stories of serving as a bridesmaid, but it's something I truly enjoy. Dote on someone I love for an entire day or more?? Yes, please! In my search for an Islamically appropriate dress, I came across this BCBG gown that I would pay the arm and leg I can't spare to own.

Day Dresses by BCBG MAX AZRIA
Cardigans at Kohl's

Unfortunately, I am not independently wealthy (at least not yet), and should not be considering a $348 dress.  These dresses below are a bit more wallet friendly with a wow factor all their own.

More ABS by Allen Schwartz...

Don't forget to check out our previous posts on evening gowns here.