Is It Permissible to Wear Embroidered Clothing in Islam?
Question
Assalamualaikum If a person has bought clothes for Eid that is covering , but it has embroidery on it , can she wear it . If embroidery is common in her country .
Islamic Ruling & Answer
Walekumussalam,
Yes, if the clothing fulfills the required covering, wearing it with embroidery is permissible, even if it is common.
Provided they are not for arrogance or showing off.
Answered by
Mufti Tosif Qasmi
July 02, 2026
Researched & verified under our editorial & answer-review policy.
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