Salaam VELA fam! With the warmer weather a lot of us are transitioning to having abayas in our closet to provide a touch of elegance and sophistication. VELA has a collection of open and closed abayas and depending on your preferences, this blog will help you decide which one is the best for you!

VELA Open Abayas

Open abayas are quite versatile in that they can be worn as a traditional abaya or even as a casual fit with jeans! It is especially ideal for the summer because these abayas are breathable and lightweight. Here are a few open abayas from VELA’s collection:

Jacquard Abaya

This beautiful abaya is made from a velvet floral emboss with tapered sleeves. This abaya can be worn as an open or a closed abaya because of the floral embossed ties.

Tweed Curve Abaya Pink

This beautiful abaya is made from tweed with a textured curve design at the front. The sleeves are flared and the abaya itself has a relaxed fit.

Tapestry Reversible Abaya

This stunning abaya has a tapestry design at the front edges with tapered sleeves. This abaya is reversible meaning it can be worn plain with the tapestry edges or with the full tapestry design with a solid colored edge.

VELA Closed Abayas

These abayas are the traditional design for abayas meaning they do not have an opening at the front and can often be worn as a stylish dress. Here are some of VELA’s closed abayas:

Ruched Trench Dress Powder Blue

This is an elegant and polished abaya with a classic trench coat silhouette. This abaya also has a notched collar and a ruched enclosure design providing a fitted but also relaxed look.

Trench Tweed Abaya

This is a stunning abaya highlighting a full coverage tweed coat with button enclosures. The collars are notched and sleeves are tapered and fastened with a button design as well.

Flared Sleeve Abaya

This is a gorgeous abaya with an embroidered design on its flared sleeves. The silhouette is relaxed and adorned with jewels, highlighting its iridescence.