Japanese clothing giant to introduce hijab line to Canada

Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo is planning to release a line of modest wear in Canada next month.

Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo is planning to release a line of modest wear in Canada next month.

Different forms of wear will be available from hijabs, a traditional head covering worn by Muslim women; abayas, a longer robe worn by Muslim women and a tunic-and-pants outfit worn in South East Asia.

The spring-and-summer line will be on the racks at Uniqlo’s two Canadian locations in Toronto, at the Eaton Centre and Yorkdale Mall, next month.

Kat Adams, a spokesperson for Uniqlo, told The Star that it is hoping to fill a demand for modest wear in Canada.