Surviving Ramadan: Ramadan Tips
Salaam VELA fam! Ramadan Mubarak! This year Ramadan falls during an interesting time, more so in the spring than the summer. Naturally, everyone is trying to balance their work, education,...
Salaam VELA fam! Ramadan Mubarak! This year Ramadan falls during an interesting time, more so in the spring than the summer. Naturally, everyone is trying to balance their work, education,...
As Ramadan approaches, it is easy to fall into the concept of starting off strong, doing your 5 prayers on time, or wearing the hijab, but let me tell you...
I've always dreamed of seamlessly blending the life I've grown up with the one I desire. Being able to dress modestly while still reflecting my full personality has been a...
Salaam VELA fam! With Ramadan here, everyone is trying to find the perfect hijabs, clothes, and of course, abayas to wear during this time. Abayas are a traditional loose garment...
At VELA, solidarity isn’t just a word—it’s a core value. VELA believes in using their platform to uplift communities in need, and are committed to ongoing efforts that make a...
Romantic breakups are hard. The pain and emotional turmoil that comes with that territory is something we’re all familiar with through pop-culture. You watch movies from a young age where...
Black Muslim identity is rich, layered, and deeply personal. In this special Cultural Series Q&A, we sit down with a filmmaker and artist whose work reflects the intersections of being...
Ramadan is approaching and it is a time of reflection, generosity, and community. This year, VELA is proud to partner with Islah LA Academy to bring the spirit of giving...
As the scents of Ramadan approach and the moon nears its fullest form, VELA proudly presents its most captivating collection to celebrate this eagerly anticipated month. Drawing inspiration from the...
If you’re like me, you didn’t talk to boys with heart-shaped eyes until you were ready to get married. And if that’s the case, your experience trying to decide between...
In a world that often reduces women to mere objects from a young age, modesty becomes not just a form of protection, but a powerful act of empowerment. It teaches...
Making friends and keeping those friendships alive can be tough, whether you're an introvert or an extrovert. It gets even trickier when you start taking your faith seriously. You may...
You just opened your mail and got your hands on a gorgeous new VELA Hijab—that perfect blend of luxe fabric, stunning prints, and effortless flow. Let’s be real: keeping your...
Salaam VELA fam! Have you ever been in a situation like a "bad hair day?", or I guess for us hijabis it would be a "bad hijab day." Even if...
Being grateful for the blessings from Allah is as easy as breathing. The best way to attain Allah's pleasure is through gratitude. However, if you easily complain when things don't...
“Aren’t you hot in that?” “Are you forced to wear that thing?” “Do you ever feel like taking it off?” “So men can’t see your hair? Like ever? What if...