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Idris Mukhtar, for CNN

Updated 1131 GMT (1931 HKT) June 20, 2018

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The fashion industry has embraced hijabs and abayas. For the first time, in 2015, Dolce & Gabbana released a collection of hijabs and abayas targeting Muslim shoppers in the Middle East. Here's a look at their take on modest dressing.
Photos: The hijab goes haute couture
The hijab goes haute: Dolce & Gabbana's Middle Eastern collection – The fashion industry has embraced hijabs and abayas. For the first time, in 2015, Dolce & Gabbana released a collection of hijabs and abayas targeting Muslim shoppers in the Middle East. Here's a look at their take on modest dressing.
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The collection was first revealed on Style.com/Arabia on January 3.
Photos: The hijab goes haute couture
The hijab goes haute: Dolce & Gabanna's Middle Eastern collection – The collection was first revealed on Style.com/Arabia on January 3.
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The hijab and abaya are common garments worn throughout the Middle East.
Photos: The hijab goes haute couture
The hijab goes haute: Dolce & Gabanna's Middle Eastern collection – The hijab and abaya are common garments worn throughout the Middle East.
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Dolce & Gabbana is typically known for its feminine, overtly sexual designs.
Photos: The hijab goes haute couture
The hijab goes haute: Dolce & Gabanna's Middle Eastern collection – Dolce & Gabbana is typically known for its feminine, overtly sexual designs.
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These looser robes signify a distinct departure from their usual look.
Photos: The hijab goes haute couture
The hijab goes haute: Dolce & Gabanna's Middle Eastern collection – These looser robes signify a distinct departure from their usual look.
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