Nike has a new product for Muslim women: The ‘Pro Hijab’
Nikewill certainly quickly start offering an efficiency hijab for Muslim ladies professional athletes.
The head cover, called the “NikePro Hijab,” flaunts a single-layer pull-on layout made from light-weight polyester in dark, neutral shades. The textile’s small openings will certainly make it breathable while continuing to be nontransparent, a need for hijab-wearing ladies.
Nike(NKE)claimed it started creating the hijab after some Muslim professional athletes grumbled concerning using a standard head headscarf throughout competitors.
The layout procedure took 13 months, as well as the end product will certainly be readily available up for sale in the business’s Spring 2018 period.
Nike claimed the hijab is currently being used by Emirati number skater ZahraLari
“I was delighted as well as a little bit psychological to see Nike prototyping a Hijab,” Lari claimed in a declaration. “I’ve attempted numerous various hijabs for efficiency, as well as … so few of them in fact benefit me. But when I place it on as well as took it for a spin on the ice, I was surprised by the fit as well as the lightweight.”
The step comes simply weeks after a controversial Nike ad launched in the MiddleEast
It included 5 effective women specialist from various components of the Arab globe pursing their sports desires while a voice asks, “just what will they claim concerning you?” It’s an ornate concern that numerous young Arab ladies encounter if they get out of social as well as conventional standards.
The video clip went viral with numerous sights on social networks, triggering an argument over its message.
CNNMoney (Dubai) Firstreleased March 7, 2017: 9: 30 AM ET
