My First Abaya

This is my first abaya. I bought it in Quiapo a day after I took my Shahadah.

My husband and I thought abayas are affordable. We were surprised to learn that a plain black abaya and tarha would cost as much as Php 550 and up. 

We bought this abaya with tarha for Php 450. It was the cheapest we could find. The seller, a born Muslim,  gave us a discount when we told her we are Muslim reverts. She first thought I was a nurse going to work in the Middle East.

I still have this abaya. The velcro strap has worn out but I can replace it with a new one, or use buttons instead of a velcro. The color has faded though, and I do not know how to use dye. I do not want to ruin this abaya.

Someone put there might be needing this more than I do. When I find time I'll work on this and find it a new owner.