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What Does VELA Mean To Me?
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What Does VELA Mean To Me?

By VELA Team

When I think of VELA, the words hijab, modesty and femininity instantly come to mind. Prior to practicing my deen, femininity was not something on the table. I used to believe that carrying a masculine...
How to Host the Perfect Iftar During Ramadan
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How to Host the Perfect Iftar During Ramadan

By VELA Team

Whether you're a born Muslim or a revert, hosting the perfect iftar may seem daunting but can be done with the right preparation and intentions. افطار (Iftar) means “to break” in Arabic since iftar is the...
VELA Stands With Sudan
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VELA Stands With Sudan

By VELA Team

THE CAUSE During the month of Ramadan, all Blossom hijab proceeds will go towards HHRD’s Sudanese Refugee Relief. From providing clean water and food to distributing hygiene kits and clothes, Helping Hand’s efforts are comprehensive to...
VELA’s Ramadan ‘24 Collection: Shop the Drop
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VELA’s Ramadan ‘24 Collection: Shop the Drop

By VELA Team

Embracing modesty in our daily lives can be challenging, yet during Ramadan, it brings out the best within us. At VELA, our new collection of abayas aims to reflect the essence of this sacred month....
Protecting Yourself at a Time of Heightened Hate
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Protecting Yourself at a Time of Heightened Hate

By VELA Team

I remember the exact moment of the day my mother and I were verbally harassed by a man in the parking lot of our local grocery store.  It happened in our hometown of Decatur, Georgia....
A Gym Girl's Go-To Hijab
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A Gym Girl's Go-To Hijab

By VELA Team

In the last few years, there has been a growing movement to inclusivity in the fitness space, encouraging people from all backgrounds to promote and embrace a healthy and active lifestyle. A group that is...
Double but No Trouble: How to Style Your Double Woven Hijab
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Double but No Trouble: How to Style Your Double Woven Hijab

By VELA Team

Opting for the hijab as a woman — is not just about looking good; it's about embracing a beauty that goes beyond aesthetics and emphasizing how one feels within. Beginning my own hijab journey at...
Why You Need VELA's Double-Size Woven Hijabs
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Why You Need VELA's Double-Size Woven Hijabs

By VELA Team

Why Double? In the ever-evolving world of fashion, diversity and inclusivity have become the driving forces behind groundbreaking trends. One such trend that has been paving its own way, particularly in the realm of modest...