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@ Halal | JANUARY-FEBRUARY . 2023

While they may have the option of layering them with outerwear such as jackets or cardigans , the weather in Malaysia can sometimes make some people uncomfortable wearing layered outfits . They will prefer to match the shirts with hand socks or arm socks on some occasions , especially those involving more physical activities .

However , whilst hand socks are intended to cover the wearers ’ aurah ( especially arms ), not all hand socks are Shariah-compliant .

There ’ s an argument that the ones commonly found in the market are fit to the shape of the arms - hence , not giving wearers the proper coverage they ’ re supposed to cover . Therefore , it cannot be considered as covering one ’ s aurah .

But worry no more ! More and more businesses have come up with new ideas to address this concern that has been bothering Muslim women for years .

Your hand socks specialist - Handsock Signature , for example , has introduced the “ T-shirt Handsocks ”, designed to look like the regular long sleeve of a T-shirt that does not follow the arms ’ shape . It allows the wearers to style their short-sleeved shirts without compromising their aurah .

PREMIUM T-SHIRT HANDSOCKS

Handsock Signature ’ s premium T-shirt Handsocks are made of high-quality cotton and polyester . There are six choices of colour for the premium hand sock : black , dark grey , blue-black , warm grey , beige and khaki brown . Its plain design and neutral colours make it easy for the wearers to mix and match the hand sock with their outfits .

The hand sock comes in two measurements : free size and plus size . The free size has 8.5 inches of wrist width , 19.5 inches of arm ’ s length and 7.0 inches of upper arm width , while the plus size has 10 inches of wrist width , 19.5 inches of arm ’ s length and 8.5 inches of upper arm width . Handsock Signature added a minor yet valuable feature ;

Handsocks Stella in navy blue .

an elastic band which holds the sleeve in place and prevents the fabric from slipping off the arm .

With such a small detail , the wearers can easily style their short-sleeved clothes whilst dressing according to the guidelines allowed by Shariah .

The premium T-shirt Handsocks by Handsock Signature are commonly paired with sports attire such as jerseys . Those who have to wear short-sleeved work uniforms are also among the fans of this hand sock .

NORMAL-DESIGNED HAND SOCKS ARE STILL IN DEMAND

The innovation from the normal-designed hand socks to this long-sleeve-looking hand sock has taken the local modest fashion scene by storm . After many years of pairing their short-sleeved shirts with either fit-to-shape hand socks or cardigans , these Muslimahs can finally wear loose hand socks that are more

Handsocks Inaya in dusty pink .

Handsocks Inaya . Handsocks Stella .

suitable for their overall modest look !

However , it is noted that there is still much demand for normal-designed hand socks . These typical fit-to-shape hand socks are more appropriate to be paired with long-sleeved clothes as they will provide the wearers extra coverage of their aurah . With this additional coverage , the wearers can easily perform prayers in casual outfits .

Being a business that emphasises comfort and modesty , Handsock Signature is catering for both - those who want just enough coverage and extra coverage . As for the regular hand sock , the brand comes up with various collections , such as Handsocks Stella and Handsocks Inaya .

Those interested in purchasing hand socks from Handsock Signature can browse their collections at handsocksignature . com . They are also available on Instagram at @ handsocksignature .

The diffences between normal hand sock and T-shirt Handsocks .

The premium T-shirt Handsocks are available in free size and plus size .

T-shirt Handsocks by Handsock Signature are suitable for Muslim women with active lifestyle .