New Year, New VELA: Apparel Drop
As the year turns, so does the world of modest fashion. For VELA, this is the ideal moment to roll out a vibrant new collection that captures the spirit of...
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Hijabs for Travel: Versatile and Packable
Destination, check. Tickets, check. Outfits, check. Now, all that's left is to find the perfect hijabs to go with your travel looks. Honestly, it’s way easier to picture the whole...
Chiffon Hijab: Lightweight and Flowy
Ahh, chiffon hijab. The classic, the OG and the it-girl of all hijab materials. Most hijabis probably go through a chiffon phase that’s hard to beat. The love for chiffon...
How to Style Bold Prints: Navigating "Scary" Fabrics
Many people associate Halloween with a night of fears, but in the hijabi world, one of the most common fears is wearing a printed hijab. Printed hijabs have become popular...
How To Experiment With Hijabs and Abayas
If there is one thing I’m eternally (and externally) grateful about being a Muslim woman is that the commandment given to cover our bodies and embrace the idea of modesty...
How to Cope with Stress
A return of Fall doesn’t just mean a return to pumpkin spice everything: it’s also a signal that the end of the year is coming. Even if you’re no longer...
From Work to Weddings: The Hijabs I Rely on for Every Moment
This might sound odd, but I truly believe in trusting my hijab. On days when I know I'll be busy, the last thing I want to worry about is constantly...
Navigating Social Media as a Muslim Woman
Let's be clear, social media is FILLED with sin. On the surface, it is fun and lighthearted, but on a deeper level it can suck us into a world that...
Hijab Tips for Hot Weather
Salaam VELA fam! Hope everyone is enjoying their summer! Personally, I love summer but most people don’t consider it to be their favorite season due to the hot weather. For...
Hijab Hacks To Try Now
In a world brimming with 'makeup hacks', 'skincare hacks', and even 'baking hacks', it looks like the internet seems to have left out one of the most crucial gems: 'hijab...
Finding your voice: How to find the confidence to dream big
Growing up in the age of Disney Channel, I saw young girls on television doing all the things– becoming entrepreneurs, pop stars or captain of the debate team. They knew...
Effortless Hijab Styles for Busy Mornings
Mornings can be a whirlwind, right? It's a rush from when you wake up, from getting ready for work or school to ensuring you don’t leave your car or house...
Five love languages in the Sunnah
The question "What is your love language?" is often asked when we want to deepen our understanding of someone and improve our ability to love them. The renowned book, "The...
Choosing Hijab According To Your Skin Tone
Have you ever experienced a situation where you had a complete image of your outfit in your mind, only to discard all the ideas and opt for a completely different...
Traveling in Modesty: Essential Tips for Muslim Women
And here we are again! Summer is approaching quickly, and it is time for us to put our savings into a getaway trip! Traveling as a Muslim woman can be...
Embracing Prints with VELA Hijabs
Transitioning from our black hijabs to colorful ones requires a kind of courage similar to bravery itself. It’s a step outside our comfort zones, one many of us have been...