Building your hijabi 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. The key is having timeless pieces that mix and match effortlessly, making outfit choices simpler and more exciting. VELA’s collection embodies this perfectly. Their pieces combine elegance with practicality, letting me effortlessly transition from a more refined look for special occasions to an everyday outfit such as jeans and a woven scarf. 

My Favorite Style Tip: I love layering a patterned hijab over my favorite jeans. It creates a perfect blend of traditional and modern, making it suitable for both everyday errands and more dressed-up events.

Chiffon and Modal Hijabs

Hijabs are more than just a final touch—they’re essential to completing your outfit. VELA’s chiffon and modal hijabs are both stylish and practical. I enjoy experimenting with their different colors, whether I’m contrasting a neutral outfit with a bright hijab or keeping it understated with earthy tones. VELA offers a style and material for every mood and occasion. Some of my favorites are Pista Kulfi, Earthy Bark, and Deep Taupe. 

Styling Tip: Play around with different ways to style your hijab. It’s a great way to personalize your look and showcase your unique style. I remember one night spent in front of the mirror with my Red Amber hijab, which led me to discover my favorite styling technique—a routine I now use every day.

A staple in most, if not all, hijabis' styling libraries is the classic over-the-shoulder look. Deciding between keeping both sides equal length or making one side slightly shorter is all it takes to achieve this everyday style. Personally, I think it's perfect for those on-the-go days. With this style, I worry less about how my hijab is laid and am more comforted throughout my day knowing how flatteringly it sits. 

In contrast to the right style, the left style adopts a more casual flip, as opposed to a tighter one. Securing the hijab at the base of my neck, I take one side and lay it over the top of my head. The remaining material gently grazes over both the front and back, creating a stylish and comfortable look. Thanks to VELA’s various hijab length choices, I enjoy both coverage and personality in my hijab choices.  

This style is my absolute favorite way to wear my hijab. A staple for all of the dresses or skirt days I choose to wear. For this style, I will go ahead and wrap the hijab in on itself, but only slightly. Creating the “double” hem effect at the top of my hijab, as pictured. Then, forming one short and one long side, I will toss the short side over to my back, providing the first layer to this look. Then taking the longer side, and curving it around my neck, and tossing it to my back as well but leaving a bit of slack for that same side to drape along my arm. The two sides will meet in harmony, greeting one another in complementary layers  The graceful flow my hijab embraces with this look, as I navigate through my day, is unparalleled. Sophistication and elegance at its finest. 

Add a Pop of Color

Don’t be afraid to let your favorite colors shine. Wearing my favorite pop of color is the Oasis Green hijab. One of the ways I would go about achieving this look is by dividing the scarf equally into two sides. Then, tossing one of the sides over my shoulder, and another over my head. That way I would be able to create both a look that provides an ample amount of coverage, and still flowy enough to compliment my outfit as seen in the second image. With a subtle play of fabric at the chin, this hijab style grants glimpses of her jewelry as well, like earrings that gracefully peek through. 

Accessorize 

Accessories can make a huge difference in your overall look. VELA offers practical accessories that enhance your hijab styling. Their hijab magnets are a game-changer, providing a secure hold without leaving any holes or marks on your fabric. This means your hijab stays perfectly in place all day long, without any worries. My favorites are their Matte Nude magnets as they blend in seamlessly with all of my hijabs! 

One of my absolute favorite ways to wear a hijab involves a unique blend of styling and wrapping, utilizing VELA’s hijab magnets. To start, I secure the back of my hijab at the base of my neck using the magnets. Next, I work the breathable woven material to sit beneath my earring and flip that side of the hijab over my head. This technique not only provides coverage for my ear and neck but also allows me to express my personality through the choice of jewelry.

And if you’re looking to change your hijab game even further, VELA’s hijab hoops are a favorite choice. Coming in both gold and silver, their Orbital and Pearl hoops are perfect for special occasions or when you simply want to add a bit more to your everyday outfits.

For many hijabis, the path to embracing modesty is a unique journey, one that cannot be confined to a singular definition. VELA, a brand that understands the intricacies of this journey, stands out in its mission of empowerment and modesty. The brand challenges stereotypes and fosters inclusivity through a wide array of colors and sizes, ensuring that modesty is not a one-size-fits-all concept. VELA's deep understanding is reflected in their careful creation of four distinct hijab sizes, each crafted to seamlessly complement every significant moment in a hijabi's valued journey.In the tapestry of hijab, each thread represents a unique story, a journey of strength, beauty, and empowerment. And no part of your modesty journey should go unnoticed, unwelcomed, or without honor. With every Salaam, as an Ummah, we notice one another, and we applaud your strength and resilience, every single day.