How To Experiment With Hijabs and Abayas

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 is a branch of faith....
How to Cope with Stress

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 wrapped up in the back-to-school...
From Work to Weddings: The Hijabs I Rely on for Every Moment

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 readjusting the shape or sides...
Navigating Social Media as a Muslim Woman

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 is out of touch with...
Hijab Tips for Hot Weather

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 us hijabis, the hot weather...
Hijab Hacks To Try Now

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 hacks'. To speak on behalf...
Finding your voice: How to find the confidence to dream big

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 what they wanted in life...
Effortless Hijab Styles for Busy Mornings

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 keys behind. For all the...
Five love languages in the Sunnah

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 5 Love Languages" by Gary...