Role of Hijab in Professional Settings
Wearing the hijab in public can be scary, but wearing it at work or professional settings can be just as intimidating. Every job offers a unique work environment that comes...
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Ashura and Its Relevance to Palestine Today
What is Ashura? Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar, and within this holy month, many Shia Muslims all around the world commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Husayn,...
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...
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...
VELA Girl Tip: Self Care is an Amanah
In the midst of our hectic lives, filled with responsibilities, deadlines, and countless distractions, the concept of self-care is often sidelined. Yet, in the teachings of Islam, self-care is not merely...
A VELA Graduation: VELA themed grad party
Would you believe me if I said I made my college, lifelong friends through a VELA hijab? Bonding over a hijab may sound silly, but someone recognizing that I would...
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...
Hijabis in Healthcare
Salaam VELA fam! Today’s blog post is unique because it will be an interview style post featuring some hijabis who work in healthcare. Alhamdulillah I began my hijab journey shortly...
Navigating Halal “Dating”
To be clear, there is no such thing as dating in Islam, but in the Western world, approaching love and marriage in a halal manner can be difficult and confusing...
The Abaya Trend Is Here To Stay: Modest Styling
Have you heard the new fashion buzz? The abaya trend is making its way back to our world of modest fashion, and it's absolutely stunning! Whether you're a seasoned abaya...
History of Henna: Prepping for Eid
Happy early Eid Mubarak VELA fam! We hope that you all have a joyous and blessed Eid Al Adha! Today we will be discussing the origins of henna and its...
A Journey of a Lifetime: Hajj
We have entered the blessed month of Dhul Hijjah. It is the month that contains the best days in the entire year. After Ramadan, the first ten days of Dhul...
How can I buy nice things and not go broke?
Times are tough. Inflation is high and wages are stagnant. Home prices still haven’t dropped and the student loan debt crisis isn’t going away. The older generations are warning the...
Print Perfection: Styling VELA Prints
Printed hijabs are back and trending better than ever! Prints are the perfect way to express your unique style and stand out from the crowd. This summer season, they're not...
Haircare Tips for Hijabis III: Preventing Hair Loss
Welcome back! As you all know, this blog is part of a three-part series called "Haircare Tips for Hijabis. To recap, the first part discussed hair conditions that hijabis face along with...
Haircare Tips for Hijabis II: Sunnah of Hair Oiling
Welcome back! As you all know this blog is among a three part series called "Haircare Tips for Hijabis." The first part discussed hair conditions that hijabis face along with their symptoms...