Is it permissible for a woman in Ihram to wear jewelry such as anklets, bracelets, or armlets?
Chapter on What the Muhrim Must Avoid and What is Permissible for Him
Al-Mughni
Book of Hajj
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The apparent position of Al-Kharqi is that wearing anklets and similar jewelry, such as bracelets (asawir) and armlets (damalij), is not permissible. However, the apparent position of Ahmad's Madhhab is one of concession (permission), which is the view of Ibn Umar, Aisha, and the Companions of the Opinion (Ahl al-Ra'y). Ahmad reported that Aisha said a woman in Ihram wears what she wears when not in Ihram, including her dyed cloth, silk, and jewelry. Ibn Umar heard the Prophet (peace be upon him) say: "And she shall wear thereafter whatever she desires of colored garments, whether dyed (mu'asfar), silk, or jewelry." Some scholars interpret prohibitions issued by Ahmad and Al-Kharqi regarding jewelry as denoting dislike due to it being adornment, similar to kohl made of ithmid, for which there is no expiation (fidyah).
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Ata disliked that a woman in Ihram wear silk and jewelry. Al-Thawri and Abu Thawr also disliked it. Qatadah permitted a woman to wear a ring and earrings while in Ihram but disliked bracelets, armlets, and anklets. Ahmad also stated that a woman in Ihram and a widow must abstain from perfume and adornments, but they have dispensation for what is beyond that.