The fashion industry is growing rapidly and will continue to grow 8.94% (2024-2029). Clothing is the most important part of the fashion industry, and it has been since the inception of humanity.
All of us love to wear branded clothes, especially on important occasions like Eid, weddings, and job interviews. But how many of us know that there is a dua for new clothes?
Sadly, only 0.5% of the Muslim nation knows there is a specific dua for changing clothes, which was pronounced by the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and mentioned in Hadiths. This guide will educate you on the best dua for putting on clothes, its benefits and when and how to recite it.
Best Dua for New Clothes
اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ الْحَمْدُ أَنْتَ كَسَوْتَنِيهِ، أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ خَيْرِهِ وَخَيْرِ مَا صُنِعَ لَهُ، وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ شَرِّهِ وَشَرِّ مَا صُنِعَ لَهُ
Dua for New Clothes in English: Allahumma lakal-hamdu, Anta kasawtanihi, as’aluka khairuhu wa khaira ma suni’a lahu, wa a’udhu bika min sharrihi wa sharri ma suni’a lahu.
Translation: O Allah! For You is the praise, You have clothed me, I ask You for its good and the good for which it was made, and I seek refuge in You from its evil and the evil for which it was made.
Hadith: Narrated Abu Sa’eed: “When the Messenger of Allah (PBUH), would wear a new garment he would mention what it was, whether an ‘Imamah, a Qamis, or a Rida’, then he would say: Allahumma lakal-hamdu, Anta kasawtanihi, as’aluka khairuhu wa khaira ma suni’a lahu, wa a’udhu bika min sharrihi wa sharri ma suni’a lahu'” [Abu ‘Eisa said:] There are narrations on this topic from ‘Umar, and Ibn ‘Umar. —Jami` at-Tirmidhi 1767
Explanation: This dua for wearing clothes has been transmitted in other Hadith books like Sunan Abi Dawud 4020, Hisn al-Muslim 6, Mishkat al-Masabih 4342, and Riyad as-Salihin 812.
In this dua for clothes, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) is praising Allah for clothing him. He is further asking Allah for his blessings and mercy in wearing that cloth and for his protection against the evil associated with that cloth.
We should follow the Prophet (PBUH) and ask Allah’s mercy when wearing new clothes. You can also say SubhanAllah if you like what you are wearing.
Dua for Changing Clothes
Here is the best dua you can recite when changing clothes.
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلاَ قُوَّةٍ
Dua for changing clothes in English: Alḥamdu lillāhil-ladhī kasānī hādhā (aththawba) wa razaqanīhi min ghayri hawlim-minnī wa lā quwwah.
Translation: Praise is to Allah Who has clothed me with this (garment) and provided it for me, though I was powerless myself and incapable
Hadith: Narrated Mu’adh ibn Anas: The Prophet (PBUH) said: If anyone eats food and then says: “Praise be to Allah Who has fed me with this food and provided me with it through no might and power on my part,” he will be forgiven his former and later sins. If anyone puts on a garment and says: “Praise be to Allah Who has clothed me with this and provided me with it through no might and power on my part,” he will be forgiven his former and later sins. —Sunan Abi Dawud 4023
Explanation: The following dua for changing clothes has been mentioned in Hisn al-Muslim 5 and Mishkat al-Masabih 4343.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) advised believers to thank Allah whenever they receive food and clothes. By thanking Allah, their sins will be washed away. You can also thank Allah by saying Alhamdlillah.
Dua for someone wearing new clothes
Here is the dua you should give to a believer who is wearing new clothes.
تُبْـلي وَيُـخْلِفُ اللهُ تَعَالى
English transliteraton:Tublī wa yukhliful-lāhu ta`ālā.
Translation: May Allah replace it when it is worn out.
Reference: Sunan Abi Dawud 4020
اِلبَـس جَديـداً وَعِـشْ حَمـيداً وَمُـتْ شهيداً
English transliteraton:Ilbas jadīdan, wa `ish ḥamīdan, wa mut shahīdan.
Translation: Put on new clothes, live a praise-worthy life, and die as a martyr.
Reference: The following dua for someone wearing new clothes has been transmitted in Hisn al-Muslim 8 but marketed as Da’if in Ibn Maja, Sunan Ibn Majah 3558. You can also say Mashallah if you like someone’s clothes.
What are the benefits of dua for putting on clothes?
Reciting a dua (supplication) when wearing new clothes carries several benefits in Islamic tradition, both spiritual and practical. Here are a few key points:
- Expression of Gratitude: Reciting the dua reflects gratitude to Allah for providing new clothing, which fosters a sense of contentment and humility.
- Protection from Pride: It serves as a reminder that material possessions, including clothes, are blessings from Allah and helps prevent feelings of vanity or pride.
- Barakah (Blessings): The dua is believed to invite barakah (blessings) into the use of the new clothes, ensuring that they are worn in good health and serve a beneficial purpose.
- Seeking Protection: The dua asks for protection from any harm or evil that could come through wearing the clothes, whether physical or spiritual. Recite the dua to seek Allah’s protection.
- Sunnah Practice: Reciting a dua for new clothes follows the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and adhering to it brings additional reward.
When is the best time to recite dua to change clothes?
The best time to recite the dua before wearing clothes is before wearing them. Let’s say you are preparing for the Friday prayer and went to the bathroom to bathe. You should recite the dua before entering the bathroom.
After taking the bath, come out of the bathroom and recite the dua to change clothes. You can recite the dua for new clothes if your clothes are new and seek Allah’s mercy.
After wearing new clothes and reciting the dua for it, thank Allah for everything you have and go out to attend the Friday prayer. Before going out, you must recite the dua for leaving home and the dua for Jummah Mubarak on the way to the mosque.
Wrap Up
We have discussed the best dua for new clothes and changing clothes, which you should recite and memorize. These supplications for wearing clothes are short, simple, and easily memorized.
We have also provided references to the Hadiths, which have this dua for clothes. We believe you will find this guide useful and will benefit from it. Remember us in your prayers, Jazakallah.
FAQs
What dua is used when changing clothes in English?
Alḥamdu lillāhil-ladhī kasānī hādhā (aththawba) wa razaqanīhi min ghayri hawlim-minnī wa lā quwwah.
What dua to recite when wearing new clothes?
Here is the dua for wearing new clothes in English.
Allahumma lakal-hamdu, Anta kasawtanihi, as’aluka khairuhu wa khaira ma suni’a lahu, wa a’udhu bika min sharrihi wa sharri ma suni’a lahu.
What is the dua for taking off clothes?
There is no specific dua for taking off clothes, as mentioned in Hadiths. However, you can say Bismillah before taking off clothes to seek Allah’s mercy from Evil Jinns and Shaytan. For your information, here is the dua for evil eye protection.
What else should you know?
Here is a list of a few powerful dua you should know.
