[Islam&Muslim] Why do people buy new clothes for Eid?

Wearing New Clothes During Eid

Wearing new clothes during Eid has important cultural and religious meanings. Ramadan, the month before Eid al-Fitr, is a time for self-reflection for over 2 billion Muslims worldwide. Wearing new clothes during Eid, especially for the morning prayer, symbolizes a fresh start, purity, and renewed faith. It is also a way to show joy and gratitude. For many generations, Eid clothes have been a key part of childhood memories and the holiday experience.

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A 19-year-old girl from Qatar, M, says that carefully chosen Eid clothes "represent the feeling and atmosphere" of the holiday. She remembers matching Eid clothes with friends and going to fabric shops with her mom and aunts to pick out colors and materials.

Similarly, a woman in her late 20s, N, recalls shopping for clothes with her mom a few weeks before the holiday. She enjoyed lining up her new clothes next to her bed the night before Eid. For N, choosing clothes with her mom was a special tradition and a sign of her mom’s care.

A Syrian woman, A, shares the same feelings. She remembers the joy of choosing Eid clothes and getting compliments from loved ones. For A, dressing up with her sisters on the first morning of Eid was a precious tradition. This tradition continued even after she got married and had children.

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Wearing new clothes on Eid is not a requirement in Islam, but scholars say it represents freshness and beauty for the celebration.

As times change, the joy of buying and wearing new clothes for Eid can fade with age. Some people feel that this tradition has become more of a duty, making it less enjoyable and freeing.

We hope the wonderful tradition and spirit of Eid continue for many more years!