The Story of Our First Prayer Dress

It started with a simple need: a prayer dress that was actually there when we needed it.

For years, we found ourselves in situations where prayer time came and we didn’t have a proper prayer dress on hand. Either it was too bulky to carry around, the material didn’t feel quite right, or it simply didn’t make us feel like the best version of ourselves. As women who care about faith, comfort, and elegance, we kept asking: Why is it so hard to find something that’s both beautiful and practical for prayer?

That question led to an idea. And that idea became Nayla.

A Dress with Purpose

Our first prayer dress was born from the intention to simplify and elevate the experience of prayer. We wanted a piece that felt like a natural part of your day, that blended into your day with ease,  practical, thoughtful, and always within reach.

We designed Nayla to be:

• Elegant: with a satin-feel fabric that drapes beautifully and feels soft against the skin

• Timeless: a refined one-piece silhouette designed to feel effortless and never go out of style

• Practical: lightweight and easy to wear, with a matching drawstring pouch so you can carry it effortlessly  whether you’re at work, traveling, or simply moving through your day

More Than Just a Dress

We believe that looking good and feeling good is part of a bigger ritual that includes intention, presence, and peace. Prayer is not just a moment; it’s a grounding experience. And what you wear for it should reflect that.

With Nayla, our goal is simple: to create a prayer dress that supports your practice with beauty, function, and ease. Whether you’re slipping it on at home or unrolling it from your bag in between meetings, we hope it becomes a piece you return to  not just for how it looks, but for how it makes you feel.

This is just the beginning.

Welcome to By Nayla, designed with purpose, worn with intention.