Chiffon Season: Silk, Crinkle, and Signature
As a new season arrives, it is the perfect time to revisit one of the most timeless and elegant hijab fabrics. Chiffon hijabs have always been a favorite among hijabi...
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Beyond the Basic Hijab: Exploring Diverse Style
Rediscovering the Beauty of the Basic Hijab The phrase “back to basics” may sound simple, yet in the world of modest fashion, it carries deep meaning. A basic hijab is...
Social Justice Warriors: Muslim Women Leading the Charge
Salaam VELA fam! WIth the recent election results and the ongoing war in Gaza, Lebanon, and other countries, todays’ blog post will be focusing on highlighting the efforts of a...
Hijab 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Different Hijab Styles
Building Your Hijab Wardrobe with Purpose and Style Creating your hijabi wardrobe is like curating your dream closet filled with versatile, timeless, and expressive pieces. Each hijab you choose becomes...
“Flirt to Convert”: Is the Solution to the Marriage Crisis Marrying Reverts?
We’ve all seen it happen. Timmy turns into Mohammad, or Allie becomes Aisha. With just a few short sentences uttered, non-Muslims can become Muslims. But how? How did the All-American...
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...
Rewards for Small Actions
In Islam, the rewards for even the smallest actions can be profound, reminding us that no act of kindness or worship goes unnoticed by Allah (SWT). We often overlook how...
Supporting your hijab journey: Tips for wearing hijab
Everyone meets the hijab, but not everyone knows the hijab. Whether you learned about the hijab from your parents inspiring you to put it on or on the news from...
Religious Guilt: A Blessing or a Fault?
Religious guilt is something many of us carry quietly, shaping the way we perceive ourselves, our faith, and our place in the world. As a hijabi, that guilt can be...
Fall Trends: Sustainable Approach to Revamping Wardrobe
Fall is officially here. I know how eager everyone is to revamp their wardrobe. For modest girlies, it is your time to shine. It's the perfect time to replace those...
A Room of One’s Own: The Case for Moving Out Before Marriage
One of the great female writers of the twentieth century, Virginia Wolf, wrote an essay titled “A Room of One’s Own,” in which she argues that female writers must have...
Transform Your Look with VELA's Abayas
Abayas are more than just garments; they are a timeless symbol of grace, elegance, and cultural heritage. But what if you could take that classic appeal and transform it into...
Underconsumption Core: Islamic Perspective
Consumerism addiction is nothing new but it has evolved into a complete normalization in today's society. We all have our own personal spending habits and perspectives on money. There are...
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...
There is More to Marriage, than Marriage
Marriage has become a trending topic in the Muslim community, particularly the pressure to marry young. This idea often foregoes the completion of one’s education, finding a stable income, or...
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...