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...
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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 Hijabs
The most festive time of the year is here! From winter weddings and holiday office parties to ringing in the New Year, it’s the season for glitz and glam. If...
Your Cheat Sheet for Styling Printed Hijabs
Printed head scarves can feel intimidating. It’s common to worry about overdoing a look or struggling to find the right coordination. However, while they may require a bit more thought...
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... I don’t answer to the slaves of God on Earth....
Should Muslim Women Become “Cougars?”: 4 Reasons to Consider a Younger Spouse
It’s an age-old adage that a woman is better off marrying a man who is older than her. Tradition tells us an older man provides stability, a solid career, and...
Hijab Sizes for Every Hijabi: Marwa Atik on Designing Inclusive Sizing
We’ve seen the fashion world move towards inclusive sizing - but what does it mean when it comes to hijabs? We sat down with Marwa, designer and co-founder of VELA,...
The Isms Project - A photo series documenting the Muslim Marriage Crisis from the perspective of Muslim Women
When I was little, I loved playing dress up with my sister. We wouldn’t just borrow my mother’s oversized jackets and high heels, but we would take scarves, blankets and...
Solidarity Spotlight: Reem Elkhaldi with Healing Our Homeland
During a humanitarian trip to Gaza, Reem Elkhaldi saw two young boys, a 5 year old and 14 year old, selling Palestinian frozen ice in the sun for what would...
5 Things to Love about Jersey Hijabs
Jersey hijabs are a universal favourite for a reason. Their perfect blend of versatility, durability, and comfort makes them a staple in every Muslimah's wardrobe. At VELA, we’ve revolutionised the...
Introducing Vela’s Instant Hijab
We’ve all been there - days when we have to run out of the house, can’t be bothered with pins and layers, are venturing out for a hot day out...
3 lessons on hardship from Hajar’s (as) life
With the blessed days of Hajj upon us, we reflect on the life and legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (as). But one cannot tell his story without acknowledging and appreciating Hajar...
4 reasons why Bamboo hijabs beat Modal hijabs
I still remember the first time I tried on a VELA Modal hijab. It was unlike any other scarf I had ever tried on. Not only was it buttery soft,...
7 Easy Eid Outfit Ideas
With the second and final Eid (Muslim Met Gala) of 2022 less than a couple weeks away, we know VELA fashion girls are on the hunt for Eid outfit inspo....
9 Ways to Maintain or Build Your Prayer Habit After Ramadan
If you struggle with praying 5 times a day, you’re not alone. Salah is the second pillar of Islam and the first thing we will be asked about in the...
Afghanistan and the World Orphan Foundation
“People have to know that most of the 32 million people have no choice, Angela Azar says to me in an interview over the phone. “They can't even get out....