A Whole New Wave of Ripples: Waste Less
Salaam VELA fam! The moment we have all been waiting for is finally here… Ripple hijabs are making a comeback! Yes, you heard correctly, the ripple hijabs are being restocked!...
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5 Muslim Women Author To Binge-Read This Winter
Muslim women have long told stories of faith, family, belonging and everyday life. Today, those stories can be found across a wide range of books, from literary fiction and contemporary...
Gym Modesty: How to Work Out Confidently as a Muslim Woman
Staying active and honoring your modesty can go hand in hand. Finding the motivation to work out can be challenging enough. Add the question of what to wear, where to...
Fall 2026 Hijab Colors: The Shades Worth Adding and How to Wear Them
Salaam VELA fam! The autumn breeze has made all of us so excited not just for the crisp weather but also for the new fall line at VELA. From the...
How to Style Pastel Watercolor Hijabs: Color and Outfit Guide
Watercolor hijabs look complicated to style because the print already does so much. Multiple soft tones blend into each other across the fabric, and it is not always obvious what...
How to Style a White Hijab Without It Looking Washed Out
A white hijab has a clean, bright quality that works in almost every wardrobe. It sharpens a neutral look, lightens a dark outfit, and gives simple pieces a polished finish....
How to Style a Gray Hijab for Casual and Everyday Outfits
Gray is one of the more underused hijab colors in everyday wardrobes, which is surprising given how much range it covers. A light gray hijab is close to white but...
Silk Hijab Style Guide: How to Wear and Look After Your Silk Hijab
A silk hijab sits differently on you than any other fabric. It catches the light, moves with you, and brings a quiet elegance to both everyday outfits and more dressed-up...
How to Wear a Leopard Print Hijab with Denim
Leopard print and denim is one of the more reliable combinations in modest fashion. It works because denim is neutral in the way a solid color is neutral. It does...
How to Style a Black Hijab for Casual Everyday Wear
A black hijab is the easiest piece to reach for and the hardest to actually style with intention. Most people default to it because it goes with everything, then end...
How to Care for Your Jersey Hijab and Keep It Looking Its Best
Jersey hijabs are popular for a reason. They are comfortable, easy to wear, and hold up well to daily use. But like any fabric, they do best with a little...
How to Do a Turban Style with a Jersey Hijab
The turban hijab gets avoided because it looks complicated. In practice, it is one of the more straightforward styles to learn because jersey fabric gives you something to work with....
How to Style a Printed Modal Hijab Without Overdoing It
Printed hijabs get a reputation for being difficult to style. That reputation usually comes from pairing them with outfits that are already busy. The printed modal hijab is not hard...
How to Wear a Solid Modal Hijab for Work
A solid modal hijab is one of the more practical choices for professional dressing. It drapes smoothly, pairs with structured workwear without competing with the outfit, and comes in the...
Fall Back, Don't Fall Behind: Adjusting Your Salah Routine When the Clocks Change
Here comes autumn again! The clock is ticking fast, and before we know it, winter steps in and says hello. This is usually the time when many of us find...
Hijabi Haircare: The Winter Edition (Static, Dryness, Breakage)
The season is approaching, where winter has a way of humbling hijabis. One minute, your hair is looking healthy and soft, and the next, you take off your hijab and...