Jummah Aesthetics: British Muslim men and their sartorial choices

Location

Oxford House
Derbyshire Street
Bethnal Green
London
E2 6HG

Description

This exhibition runs from Saturday 11th January 2025 to Friday 28th February 2025.


The exhibition, consisting of 25 images, is an insightful exploration of the diverse clothing British Muslim men wear during Friday prayers, known as Jummah.

Curated by Dr Fatima Rajina, this exhibition features the work of photographer Rehan Jamil, who has captured what Muslim men attending Jummah at Shoreditch Masjid, East London Mosque, Brick Lane Jamme Mosque and Al Huddah Mosque chose to wear to Jummah. The exhibition showcases a rich array of styles, from traditional garments such as the thobe, funjabi, and shalwar kameez to contemporary attire that reflects the fusion of cultural heritage and city identity. While explicitilty focusing on clothes, the images also pays attention to hairstyles, shoes, trainers and more.

Each photograph is paired with a short narrative that delves into the reasons behind these satorial choices, offering insights into how clothing is a powerful expression of faith, cultural identity and personal style.

The exhibition aims to illluminate the importance of modesty, spirituality and cultural pride that guide these fashion choices while also reflecting the diversity within the British Muslim community.

Prices

Free

Contact and Booking Details

More information at this website.

Upcoming Dates

This exhibition runs from Saturday 11th January 2025 to Friday 28th February 2025.

Forthcoming dates:

Sun 9th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Mon 10th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 7:45pm - Late closing)
Tue 11th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Wed 12th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Thu 13th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Fri 14th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Sat 15th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Sun 16th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 6:00pm)
Mon 17th Feb 2025 
(10:00am to 7:45pm - Late closing)

Disclaimer

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All images are supplied by the exhibition organiser.

Oxford House
Derbyshire Street
Bethnal Green
London
E2 6HG

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This exhibition runs from Saturday 11th January 2025 to Friday 28th February 2025.

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February 2025