Eyes on the prize, baby!
By Ahlam AbdelkaderEid is one of the happiest moments of the year and, although it shouldn’t, can sometimes be stressful. Here are some tips to try this Eid so you can celebrate the end of Ramadan with a bang! 1. Clean the house. Nothing is more satisfying when everything is neat and organized. 2. Put in your…
By MG StaffWe live in a world where wealth is the most important indicator of how much respect a person receives in society. It would be no further than the truth if one were to say that the overwhelming purpose of acquiring an education is gaining wealth. People spend a majority of their lifetime — say 15, 20,…
By Imagine going through Ramadan in a refugee camp as a six-year-old, under the hardest circumstances, away from home, and without much to look forward to on Eid. The 250 children of Ritsona camp deserve an Eid celebration full of the things we take for granted – candy, toys and smiles. So, a campaign was launched…
By Guest BloggerWritten by Zeinab Khalil and Annie Sajid. For some of us Muslim women, the practice of dhikr might seem irrelevant in our lives. Those of us in the diaspora might understand dhikr as an outdated ritual with no benefit to us. For those of us that associate complicated experiences with places or practices of worship,…
By Sepideah Mohsenian-RahmanVela Scarves launched a brand new collab with your girl, Babbu the Painter, just in time for Ramadan! The collection features scarves and accessories that feature the artist’s signature pop-art graphics, but I’m in love with this cozy long-sleeve tee. Shop the looks below for Day 19! 1. Long Sleeve Tee I’d dress it…
By Marwa AdinaDo you get bloated or feel too full to move after breaking iftar? Do you prefer to save time washing the dishes instead of attending Taraweeh? Do you have children that make it seem impossible to focus on your imaan and prayers? Did you attend Taraweeh the first few nights of Ramadan but found yourself reaching exhaustion, fatigue…
By Fatima NPotential conversation starter: “We’re halfway through Ramadan. Can you believe it?” Another one: this outfit. Today’s outfit starts with this bell sleeve top from Hijab House. Tuck it into these high-waisted pants. We’re obsessed with the shade of yellow, it looks good on literally every skin tone. It was so hard picking a hijab for…
By nihalmubarakWe all know that Ramadan is a time for spiritual reawakening, but that doesn’t mean that we should neglect our bodies and their needs. It’s possible for both your skin and spirit to glow this month — and what better way to maintain healthy, radiant skin (and hair) than by formulating a customized, organic beauty…
By Marwa AdinaZakat, as many of us know, is one of the five pillars of Islam. But what really is Zakat? Where and to who is it acceptable to donate to? When and how does this donation happen? More importantly, why are all Muslims obliged to do it? Sheikh Dr. Yasir Qadhi answers all our questions on the Fiqh (deep…
By Ahlam AbdelkaderToday’s outfit is for our lovely plus-sized readers! Lately, I’ve been a fan of floral on white and I thought a palette with a dash of blue would be nice, simple and chic for the summer. All you need is a floral duster, a white top and bottom, and a hijab from the Chinutay &…
By maryam abdul-kareemIn this beautiful month of Ramadan in which the Qur’an was revealed to our beloved Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), we fast. Yes, we fast from food and drink but also from worldly desires, indecent behavior (such as wasting food and eating excessively), bad language etc. It is a month in which we increase our good deeds,…
By Fatima NWe’re starting Day 12’s outfit off with this white Mandarin Collar Tunic from fab fashion brand Mode-ste. Wear it tucked or untucked with black pants. The Ruffle Me Up hijab in nude from Covered in Confidence is the scarf for this look. We wanted to pair this simple top with a statement necklace. Our choice…
By Ahlam AbdelkaderDay 11’s outfit is perfect for Iftar and Taraweeh and is for anyone who has been meaning to try earthy tones. Start off with a grey top and bottom and finish it with a brown kimono. You can top it off with a brown hijab and a pair of comfy flats. Everything is from Inayah except…
By Sepideah Mohsenian-RahmanFor the past few years, my wardrobe has consisted of a few staples: Skinny Jeans Oversized Top – Preferably Patterned Chucks, Boots or Wedges Huge Bag OR A really short floral dress Whatever. I’m a complicated person. I don’t wear hijab, and I don’t tend to mix things up too much. My favorite colors…
By Fatima NDay 9 got us dreaming of simple sweats. Black Orchid’s Pretty Girl Sweater is the cutest thing we’ve ever seen, so of course we had to pick it as our top. This sweater can be paired with anything, be it jeans, sweatpants or joggers. We picked the classic Adidas track pants. The blue hijab, from Inayah,…
