Hijrah is a splendid clean cut sophisticated African kurta top. Premium all the way. This design uses a new type of black printed fabric to ooze sophistication. Which is cool in the heat. Designed for those looking for the cool dark mysterious look. Beautiful in all environments, perfect with jeans or with formal pants (which we can make by special request).
Inspired by the first Hihraj from Saudi Arabia to Ethiopia of early Muslims who sought refugee from persecution of Arabs. They were protected as refugees by the Ethiopian Negus. A gesture of African hospitality and religious tolerance from a Christian king.
This is a sophisticated high end African design for those looking for a clean African premium top without any bells and whistles. Perfect when ordered with formal cuffs.
Did You know:The first Hijrah is dated to 615 or Rajab (September-October) 613 when a group of Muslims counseled by Muhammad to escape persecution in Mecca arrived at the court of the Christian monarch (Negus) of the Ethiopian Empire, Ashama ibn-Abjar. Muhammad himself did not join this emigration. In that year, his followers fled Mecca's leading tribe, the Quraysh, who sent emissaries to Ethiopia to bring them back to the Arabian Peninsula. However, the Negus refused to send them back.
Please note styles vary from design to design, exact style in photograph is not possible as each shirt is unique to each customer.
*All items are hand tailored and take approx 21 WORKING DAYS, special order items may take longer. *
CARE
It is always best to hand-wash expensive garments or machine wash them alone as not to damage the fabric or the accents. Machine Wash Cold Gentle, Do Not Bleach, Iron Low Heat, Do Not Dry Clean, Do Not Tumble Dry
SIZES
Please check with our size chart before ordering. As we cannot refund due to size error. Each display items comes with as much information so you can gauge which size is best for you. Most African clothing is worn loose. So a person who is large may choose an extra large for a more flowing fit. Some sizes take longer and our expected transit time attempts to accommodate for all possible delays.
BESPOKE
Ocacia designer range and other brands sold on this site are not mass manufactured. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. We cannot accept undamaged returns. Check sizes before ordering. These are uniquely hand crafted attire. As such there will be subtle variations from garment-to-garment. But the good news is that every garment is unique. And you know that you are wearing something tailored for you. If you want customized cuts you can contact us and discuss modification. There is a standard charge for this.
Ocacia designer range and other brands sold on this site are not mass manufactured. When you order we make the clothes just for you. A single tailor tailor makes your item just for you. We quote 21 working days, but orders usually are sent much sooner. We do not like to rush our work, and rather it be slightly late than slightly wrong. Special order items take a little longer. You can always contact us if you have any questions and get a rough idea about when we might finish. We have to work on a first come first serve bases, and if you need the item urgently please let us know and we will prioritize it for you.