Men's Dress & Grooming
Do I have to wear Arab clothes after becoming Muslim?
No. Arab clothes are culture, not Islamic law. Islam asks only for modest, clean, lawful dress: navel to knees covered, and no gold or silk for men.
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Men's Dress & Grooming
Beards, clothing, gold, silk and grooming rules for Muslim men. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear women's or unisex fragrances?
Unisex fragrances, yes; clearly feminine ones, it depends. The concern is imitating women, so choose a scent that a man can wear comfortably.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear watches or glasses with gold parts?
Usually no if the gold is real: men may not wear gold, including on watches and glasses. Gold-coloured items are fine. Plating is debated, so avoid it.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear silk pyjamas or shirts?
No, real silk pyjamas and shirts are forbidden for Muslim men, even at home. Polyester satin is fine, and medical need is an exception.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear short sleeves?
Yes, Muslim men can wear short sleeves. A man's arms are not awrah, so short-sleeved shirts are fine in public, at work and in prayer.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear platinum or titanium jewelry?
Yes, Muslim men can wear platinum or titanium jewelry. Islam restricts only gold for men, so platinum, titanium, steel and silver rings are fine.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear gold-plated jewelry?
Can Muslim men wear gold-plated jewelry? Scholars differ, and many advise avoiding it. Solid, white and rose gold are forbidden for men.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear earrings or get an ear piercing?
Not usually. Most scholars say Muslim men should not wear earrings or get an ear piercing, as it imitates women, though some are lighter on a unisex stud.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear dreadlocks or braids?
Usually yes. Dreadlocks, cornrows and braids are not forbidden for Muslim men if kept clean, not feminine, and water reaches the scalp for ghusl.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear clothes with crosses or skulls?
It depends on the symbol. Crosses and occult symbols are not for Muslims to wear; skulls are not banned but best avoided if they glorify death.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear clothes with alcohol brand logos?
No, it is best to avoid. Wearing clothes with beer, wine or liquor brand logos advertises alcohol, which Islam forbids, so many scholars discourage it.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Can Muslim men wear a toupee or hairpiece?
It depends. Many scholars allow Muslim men a removable hairpiece for real baldness, while others advise avoiding it because of the hadith on false hair.
