Swimming should never mean choosing between comfort and coverage. A good swim hijab and burkini let you enjoy the pool, the beach and the sea fully covered and completely at ease, in fabric built for water rather than a regular scarf pressed into service. With year-round swimming weather across the UAE, this is one of the most useful things in a modest wardrobe, and we have made it easy to get it right.
How modest swimwear is built
The fabric is what separates real swimwear from an ordinary outfit. Our swim hijabs and burkinis are made from quick-dry, chlorine-resistant material with built-in UPF sun protection, so they hold their shape and colour in pool and sea water and dry fast afterwards. A swim hijab is cut close and secure so it stays put when you move, and a burkini is designed to skim rather than cling, giving full coverage that still lets you swim freely.
Swim hijab, burkini or modest swimsuit
It helps to know the difference. A swim hijab is the head-and-neck piece, worn with your own modest swimwear or one of our sets. A burkini is the full three-piece: a top, leggings or trousers, and a matching hood, giving head-to-ankle coverage in one coordinated look. A modest swimsuit sits in between, offering more coverage than a standard suit without full length. Choose by how much coverage you want and where you will swim.
Fit and coverage
The right fit is a swim hijab that stays secure without digging in, and a burkini that covers comfortably while leaving you free to move through the water. Check each product's size guide, measure against a piece that fits you well, and size up if you are between sizes for a relaxed, easy swim. For active swimming and water sports, a closer, more streamlined cut works best; for a relaxed day at the beach, comfort and coverage lead.
For the gym and beyond
If you train as well as swim, pair your swimwear with a sports hijab for the gym and a breathable jersey or instant hijab for everyday. Modest activewear and swimwear work as a wardrobe, not single pieces, and building a small set means you are covered for every part of an active week.
Care so colour and stretch last
Swimwear lasts far longer with a little care. Rinse it in cool, fresh water straight after swimming to wash out chlorine and salt, which are what break down stretch and fade colour over time. Wash gently by hand, never wring, and dry flat in the shade rather than in direct sun or a hot dryer. Avoid sitting on rough poolside surfaces, which can pill the fabric.
Price, delivery and payment
Modest swimwear is an investment in comfort, and we price it fairly and clearly. Every order ships across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider UAE, free over AED 200, with cash on delivery, card, Apple Pay and Tabby or Tamara instalments so you can split the cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a swim hijab and a burkini? A swim hijab covers the head and neck and is worn with modest swimwear; a burkini is the full head-to-ankle set with a top, bottoms and hood. Choose by the coverage you want.
Is the fabric chlorine and sun safe? Yes. Our swim hijabs and burkinis use quick-dry, chlorine-resistant fabric with UPF sun protection, made to hold up in pool and sea water.
What size burkini should I buy? Follow each product's size guide and measure against a piece that fits you well. If you are between sizes, size up for a relaxed, comfortable swim.
Do you deliver swimwear across the UAE with COD or Tabby? Yes. We ship UAE-wide with cash on delivery, cards, Apple Pay and Tabby or Tamara instalments, free over AED 200.