The company joins a short list of designers and apparel purveyors now making clothing expressly for Muslims, who comprise a quarter of the global population.
Nike this week released a video showing female athletes wearing the hijab, which bears a big "swoosh" -- the company logo -- prominently on the side.
The single layer, pull-on elasticised garment made of polyester was highlighted in an ad on the company's Facebook page in which it was worn by prominent Muslim athletes.
Nike's Facebook page showed a variety of reactions to the announcement, including effusive praise from some posters like Azra Baig.
"Thank you Nike for the Nike Pro Hijab!! As a Woman, a Muslim, a mother of two daughters, a Marathoner and fitness supporter I so appreciate this athletic wear!" she wrote.
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