In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful.
Clothing is a blessing from Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى). It protects the body, gives dignity, and reflects modesty.
Islam emphasises both inner and outer cleanliness, and wearing garments is part of honouring that principle. The Quran highlights this in Surah Al-A’raf (7:26):
Transliteration: yābanī ādama qad anzalnā ʿalaykum libāsan yuwārī sawātikum warīshan walibāsu l-taqwā dhālika khayrun dhālika min āyāti l-lahi laʿAllah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ)um yadhakkarūn
Translation: “O children of Adam! We have sent down to you clothing to cover your nakedness and as an adornment…”
This verse shows clothes are not just physical coverings but also spiritual symbols.
Why Is It Recommended to Recite a Dua for New Clothes?
Wearing new clothes is an everyday moment turned sacred through remembrance. Reciting a dua for new clothes expresses gratitude, seeks protection, and acknowledges Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ)’s blessings.
Many Muslims overlook these moments, but Islam teaches mindfulness in all actions—even putting on a new garment.
By saying the Islamic dua, we seek blessings (barakah) in what we wear and ask Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) to clothe us in piety. It’s a simple act with deep reward.
What Are the Authentic Duas for Wearing New Clothes?
There are several authentic duas the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) would say when putting on clothing. One of the most well-known is:
Transliteration: Allāhumma laka al-ḥamdu, anta kasawtanīhi, asʾaluka min khayrihi wa-khayri mā ṣuniʿa lah, wa-aʿūdhu bika min sharrihi wa-sharri mā ṣuniʿa lah
Translation: O Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ), all praise is for You. You clothed me with it. I ask You for its goodness and the goodness for which it was made, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil for which it was made. (Abu Dawood)
This dua for new clothes teaches gratitude, protection, and reliance on Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ). It reminds believers that clothing is not just fabric—it’s a means to gain or lose favour.
Dua for Wearing New Clothes in Arabic, English & Transliteration
To make it easy, here is the dua in all three formats:
- Arabic:
- اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ الْحَمْدُ، أَنْتَ كَسَوْتَنِيهِ، أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِهِ وَخَيْرِ مَا صُنِعَ لَهُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهِ وَشَرِّ مَا صُنِعَ لَهُ
- Transliteration:
- Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ)umma laka al-hamdu, anta kasawtaneehi, as’aluka min khayrihi wa khayri ma suni’a lahu, wa a’oodhu bika min sharrihi wa sharri ma suni’a lahu.
- English:
- O Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ), to You is all praise. You have clothed me with it. I ask You for its good and the good of what it was made for, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil of what it was made for.
Use this dua when wearing new clothes. It covers both the joy of receiving something new and the hope that it brings blessings.
Hadith on Dua for Wearing New Clothes
ʿAn Abī Saʿīd qāla: kāna Rasūlu Allāhi ṣallā Allāhu ʿalayhi wa-sallam idhā istajadda thawban sammāhu bi-ismihi — ʿimāmah aw qamīṣan aw ridāʾ — thumma yaqūlu: Allāhumma laka al-ḥamdu, anta kasawtanīhi, asʾaluka khayrahu wa-khayra mā ṣuniʿa lah, wa-aʿūdhu bika min sharrihi wa-sharri mā ṣuniʿa lah
Abu Sa’id al-Khudri reported: When the Messenger of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ), peace and blessings be upon him, wore a new garment he would name it, such as a turban, a shirt, or a cloak, and then he would say,
What Is the General Dua for Wearing Clothes?
Even when not wearing something new, there’s a general dua for wearing clothes:
“بِسْمِ اللَّهِ” – Bismillah (In the name of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ))
Another authentic narration is:
Transliteration: Al-ḥamdu lillāhi alladhī kasānī hādhā (ath-thawb) wa-razaqanīhi min ghayri ḥawlin minnī wa-lā quwwah
Translation: Praise be to Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) who has clothed me with this (garment) and provided it to me without any power or might from myself.
This reminds Muslims that every garment, whether old or new, is a gift from Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ).
Scholarly Opinions on Duas for Wearing Clothes
Islamic scholars agree that reciting a dua when wearing clothes is Sunnah. It reflects gratefulness and reminds believers to stay mindful of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ).
Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya wrote that clothing symbolises dignity and modesty.
Scholars from various madhabs emphasise reciting the blessings dua for new clothes, especially during occasions like Eid or Jummah.
It is seen as a way to spiritually “cover” oneself with the favour of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ).
What Is the Etiquette of Wearing and Removing Clothes in Islam?
Islam teaches modesty and decency. Before putting on or removing clothes, say:
“بِسْمِ اللَّهِ” – This simple phrase protects from shaytan and guards privacy.
The Prophet (ﷺ) taught that saying Bismillah creates a barrier between the jinn and one’s body.
Also, one should begin wearing clothes from the right side—right sleeve, right leg, etc. Upon removal, start from the left.
This order is based on several hadiths, aligning daily acts with a prophetic pattern of balance and respect.
What to Say When Seeing Someone Wearing New Clothes?
When you see a fellow Muslim in new clothes, say:
Transliteration: Tublī wa-yukhlifu Allāhu taʿālā
Translation: May you wear it out and may Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) replace it with something better
Another option is:
Transliteration: Bāraka Allāhu laka fīhi
Translation: May Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) bless it for you.
These phrases not only express kindness but also make a dua of blessings for your brother or sister in Islam.
They foster love, unity, and gratitude within the Muslim community.
Spiritual Reflection – How Gratitude to Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) Enhances Faith
Being thankful for clothing reflects a heart that recognises Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ)’s mercy. Gratitude (shukr) for a new dress, shirt, or pair of shoes trains the soul to see divine favour in daily life.
When we thank Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) for material things, it becomes easier to be content with life’s bigger tests.
The Prophet (ﷺ) linked gratitude directly to increased blessings:
“If you are grateful, I will increase you…” (Surah Ibrahim 14:7).”
A simple dua when wearing clothes is a doorway to spiritual growth.
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Conclusion – Dua for New Clothes
A new garment is more than a gift—it’s a moment to seek protection, express gratitude, and acknowledge Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ)’s blessings. By reciting a dua for new clothes, Muslims turn a worldly act into worship.
Whether you’re buying clothes for yourself, your children, or starting a clothing business, remember: every blessing deserves remembrance.
Make it a habit. Say the Islamic dua every time. Feel the gratitude. Wear the blessing. Stay spiritually clothed in the light of faith.
