By Guest BloggerDressing modestly doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your style. If you mix fashion and modesty together, you can end up with a masterpiece of an outfit. Instead of regarding hijab as a hurdle to being stylish, think of it as an extension of your outfit. Here are a few of our favorite trends right now…
By emanAbayas have come a long way, like seriously. Back in my day (do I sound like my mom yet?!), at my Islamic school, we had to wear these ugly red Harry Potter looking cloak things. They were heavy, uncomfortable and just plain ugly. Cue the modesty movement. Now cute brands like Modeste have become somewhat trendy,…
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By yusra“Aren’t you, like, hot under there?” “If I were be you, I would be sweating.” “I don’t know how you survive.” Trust me, you don’t know how many times I’ve had to hear all that in just one day of walking around school — it’s brutal. But there are ways to avoid the extreme heat,…
By yusra“You could never pull that off.” It’s nice to see trends on the runway; the fashion world is constantly evolving. But sometimes there’s a trend or two that make us go, “Oh my God, I really want to try that!” and “Oh my God, I could never pull that off!” at the same time. So,…
By Sara MaherThere’s nothing more head turning than a flash of color on a palette of black or gray. Sure, a black outfit is always easy, and almost always elegant, but black is safe. Fashion is bold. Add a stroke of color to those neutral outfit choices, and you’ll see a huge difference! Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize! And it’s easy for…
By Sara MaherElite Daily wrote a post about how the successful are known to have uniformity with their outfits. Of course, on the top of their article, they have pictures of both FaceBook’s Mark Zuckerberg and Apple’s Steve Jobs. “Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity” they say. Of course, as a fashion enthusiast, I say NO. I think fashion is an important…
By sobiamasoodSalaam chicas! Okay so for those of you who haven’t noticed, it’s gotten cold. Like really, really, really cold. The perfect time to cover up modestly without sacrificing fashion and comfort. So layer, drape, and wrap up all you want to keep warm. Here I am again to show you my cute and fashionable solution to…
By Sara MaherIf you’re anything like me, a good hijab is hard to find — a nice maxi hijab that’s easy enough to manage, even with the complexity of many different hijab styles nowadays. Sure, there are vendors and relatives overseas that have a good variety of hijabs to choose from. And sure, we can always go…
By SaniaHats and Hijabs. I know you’re thinking that it might be a little weird. I definitely thought so. However, recently I’ve learned to embrace it. Hats have their own personality and add so much to a simple outfit. They’re easy to wear, especially in the summer under the sun. I personally enjoy wearing them in…
By SaniaAs school begins and the weather becomes chilly, I just want to throw on some sweatpants and a comfy tee. But then again I also hate looking a bum. Thanks to fashion, there is a solution: graphic tees! These tees are perfect for fall and can be dressed up or down. I love tees with…
By hinataiThe government of Turkey lifted its decades-long hijab ban in middle and high schools yesterday, about a year after the nation lifted the hijab ban for women working in state and civil occupations. This loosening of restraints on the hijab ban demonstrates the Turkish government’s shifting attitude towards the hijab and in protecting the individual’s…
By Sara MaherA bold lip takes courage. It stands alone–strong and proud! You don’t need to fancy up a bold lip with more makeup or vibrant clothes; you don’t need to do anything really to work a bold lip. Just have courage! You maybe thinking, “Why do I need courage to wear a bold lip? It’s just…
By israaodehStatement necklaces have boomed in the fashion industry over the last two years. A great way to double your fashion statement is by wearing more than one statement necklace! Choosing different colors and shapes grab the eye and will draw more attention to your overall look. The key to successfully layering necklaces is to have two…
By NidaStarting a fashion line for Muslim women has always been a dream of mine; as a young Muslim girl, I’d have trouble finding the perfect hijab or the ideal shirt in terms of sleeves, length, color, or style. All the Muslim-owned stores were the same — solid colors, jilbaabs, maybe even a few shalwar kameezes….
