Jersey Lite is Back: Why this is the Hijab Your Summer Wardrobe has Been Missing
Salaam VELA fam! The hot summer days are one of the things that every hijabi hates, primarily because of the state our hair would be in, due to the sweat,...
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The Slow Build: Why Your 20s Don’t Have to Look Like Anyone Else’s
I believe people in their twenties fall into two different buckets when it comes to navigating the twenties. Bucket A are the people who think their twenties is a time...
The Body as Amanah: What It Actually Means to Take Care of Yourself as a Muslim Woman
As Muslim women, we’re often taught to give—to our families, our children, our husbands, our careers, our communities. But somewhere along the way, we can forget that we are also...
On Crying, Feeling Low, and What Islam Says about Emotional Honesty
Islam never asked anyone to swallow grief and call it faith. Still, many of us grew up with a version of sabr that looks like a straight face, a quiet...
Muslim Women in the Workplace: Navigating Professional Dress with Confidence
For many Muslim women, getting dressed for work is about more than simply choosing an outfit, it's about finding a balance between professionalism and staying true to their faith. As...
The Loneliness Nobody Talks About: Being Muslim in Spaces That Weren't Built for You
There are some kinds of loneliness that are easy to recognize. But there's another kind that often goes unnoticed, which is the loneliness of constantly feeling like you have to...
Black Modal Hijab Styling Guide
Black Modal works well for everyday wear because the fabric's soft, fluid drape creates less bulk at the neckline than a knit or woven cotton. If you already own a...
Cotton Jersey vs Woven Modal Hijab: Which Is Right for You?
Jersey and woven modal hijabs offer different styling experiences, but the terms describe different things. Jersey refers to a stretchy knit construction, while modal is a plant-derived fibre that can...
How to Do a Turban with a Jersey Hijab
A jersey hijab is a practical choice for turban styles because its stretch and natural grip make it easy to wrap and tuck without creating fabric bulk around the neck....
How to Style a Red Hijab for Special Occasions
Red reads as celebratory and formal at the same time, which makes it a practical choice for events without requiring much additional planning. The outfit you pair it with does...
Maroon vs Red Hijab: Which Should You Choose?
Maroon and red hijabs both add rich colour to an outfit, but they create different looks. Maroon offers a deeper, moodier finish. Brighter reds make a more noticeable statement. This...
A Beginner's Guide to Styling Animal Print Hijabs
Trying an animal print hijab for the first time can feel intimidating, but many of VELA's animal prints contain colours you may already wear regularly, including black, cream, brown, grey...
Leopard Hijab Outfit Ideas for Every Season
Leopard print may look bold, but its mix of brown, tan, cream and black makes it surprisingly easy to pair with everyday outfits. It can add interest to simple neutral...
Printed Hijabs for Every Season
Printed hijabs can work throughout the year. The key is choosing colours and patterns that sit well with the pieces you already own. Soft florals can brighten spring outfits, earthy...
Best Colors in Solid Modal Hijabs and How to Wear Them
Choosing a solid modal hijab color should make getting dressed easier, not more complicated. Start with shades that work with the clothing you already own, then add one or two...
Modal vs Cotton Hijab: Which Is Better?
Modal and cotton hijabs can both be comfortable everyday choices, but they feel and drape differently. Modal is known for its soft, lightweight finish and fluid drape, while cotton offers...