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Let’s Talk About Poly

In every community across the U.S, there is a married Muslim man on the hunt for a second wife. Though it’s still a bit taboo to openly discuss, there are husbands that believe it is...

Building a Capsule Wardrobe with VELA

Building a capsule wardrobe is like designing your dream closet where every piece is both stylish and versatile. For me, the ideal wardrobe is one where each item can be easily styled in multiple ways....

Integrate Sunnah Foods Into Your Diet

Salaam VELA fam! Today’s blog post will focus on certain foods that we should incorporate into our diet. Before we dive into this topic, we should familiarize ourselves with the sunnah of eating. Before eating...

The Toxicity of Dupe Culture in Islamic Perspective

Five years ago, being caught buying knocked-off products would have resulted in public backlash. Today, the practice has become nearly instinctual for consumers worldwide. Almost every fast-fashion app, e-commerce platform, and even smaller fashion businesses...

Where are the eligible Muslim bachelors?

If you’re a twenty-something or thirty-something Muslim woman I can bet you the most frequently asked question in your friend-circle is: why is it so hard to get married? It’s a question that young Muslims,...

Jersey Lite: Your Go-To Hijab for All Hijabi Needs

Say hello to the ultimate hijab upgrade that’s set to transform your everyday style! Imagine the classic VELA Jersey you love, now even more lightweight and softer than ever before. We’re thrilled to introduce the...

A VELA Hijab Party

“O Prophet, tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to bring down over themselves [part] of their outer garments. That is more suitable that they will be known and not...

Time Management: Balancing Faith, Work, and Family

Salaam VELA fam! August is almost ending and for some people, classes are in full swing. As a first year medical student, I can personally attest to the challenges in balancing time for family and...

Addressing your concerns: A Q&A with VELA Co-CEOs

We pride ourselves on being community driven and open to our community members. In the spirit of transparency and community, we're addressing the questions you've been asking. From our production process to sustainability, we’re diving...