Revert Series: Zoroastrianism to Islam in 3 Months
Converting and studying a new religion, let alone Islam, is no easy task or journey. It is common for families to react in anger, friends to view you differently, and...
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How To Deal With Modern-Day Challenges As A Devoted Hijabi
Dear sisters, here's how to establish our self-image as a hijabi—while effectively maneuvering through the contemporary world as a devout Muslim.
Confessions of a Hijabi: Embracing your Hijab journey
The hijab is a bridge between the inner self and the external world. To my fellow hijabis or those pondering wearing it, as we navigate this path, we carve out an...
Marwa’s Eid Gift Picks
POV Eid al-Fitr is fast approaching and there's no time to do a deep dive web search on what to get every loved one! So if you're on the hunt...
9 Morning Du'as to Empower You This Ramadan and Beyond
“O you who believe! Remember Allah with much remembrance. And glorify His Praises morning and evening.” [Qur’an 33:41-42] As you wake up for suhoor and prepare to pray Fajr, you...
Solidarity Spotlight: Fareeha Amir with Islamic Relief
Fareeha Amir has been to disaster sites before. But the devastation in Turkiye was unlike anything she had ever seen. In just a few seconds, the earth moved, and entire...
Reach a Modesty Milestone This Ramadan
I had a bit of an epiphany a few weeks prior to Ramadan. For the past year or so, in addition to sharing written reflections on social media, I was...
Our Dreamiest Ramadan Drop is Here
The feeling of your forehead against the carpet during long nights of prayer. The watercolor sky during the last few moments before Maghrib. Breaking fast with love and laughter, surrounded...
Hanan’s Corner of the World
Hanan Abdu wants you to know that if you love her work, she created it for you.“ The more people said that they felt seen and acknowledged, the more it...
Earthquake in Syria & Turkey: A Letter from Tasneem
Our hearts are heavy and shattered over the devastating earthquake that has struck Syria and Turkey. As the death toll continues to climb 36,000 and counting, the images are simply...
Inspiring Women Rocking Hijab and Breaking Barriers
Happy World Hijab Day, VELA girls! While we believe in celebrating hijab and those who wear it every day, we’re taking the opportunity to highlight hijabis who inspire and empower...
From City Girl to Snowing Alps: The Velaclava is Here
Last winter, balaclavas became the ultimate accessory. From the runway to TikTok, the headpiece went from a practical way to stay warm to a fashion statement. A year later, it’s...
Get inspired with these 7 winter fits
Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt personally victimized by freezing temps. Yeah, we’ve been there too. The chilliest months of the year are here, but that doesn’t mean you...
4 Winter Party Looks to Style with Silk Chiffon
The most festive time of the year is here! From winter weddings to holiday office parties and ringing in the New Year, it’s the season for glitz and glam. Our...
Your Cheat Sheet for Styling Printed Hijabs
Printed head scarves can be intimidating. It can be hard to know what goes with what, and what is overdone versus stylish. While they may require a little more coordination...
What does Hijab mean to you?
“My value as a human is defined by my relationship with God, not by my looks. I cover the irrelevant. You see, as a Muslim woman, I’ve been liberated from...