By manalmoazzamThey say that in times of great strife, when it literally feels like there is no way out, there’s no greater solution than the one gained by seeking advice from someone who is able to look at the situation at hand with fresh eyes, and a brand-new perspective. After all, you never know what type…
By manalmoazzamAh, August, how I’ve missed you. How I’ve missed this month of fall colors everywhere you look, eau de Pumpkin Spice everywhere you sniff, and…an entire new Freshman class, shaking like fall leaves with fear and eager anticipation of everything that their first year at college has to offer? Oh, I remember those days well (hey,…
By manalmoazzamAnd just like that, Eid-al-Adha is behind us! And yet, we can’t stop fan-girling over some of the stunning looks our sisters in faith (and in style) slayed this time around. From the understated pastels hues, to the iridescent sparkles that you can admire from space, there was no style that the sisters of our…
By manalmoazzamHow is it already Eid?! If you’re anything like me, at this very moment, you’re scrambling to put together a chic outfit worthy of the occasion. You’re on your own where clothes and jewelry are concerned, but here are six drop dead gorgeous makeup looks from a few of the makeup artists and influencers that…
By manalmoazzamThere’s no denying that Muslims get asked some head-scratching questions about Islam. While we’re always happy to help clarify some of the weirdest of the weird misconceptions, there comes a moment when you’re faced with a question so odd, that you can’t help but take a step back, tilt your head backwards, and let out…
By manalmoazzamWhen I lived in the tiny island nation of Bahrain, innocuously situated right at the center of the Middle East, there was nothing I loved more than ending the occasional tough day by stopping by a local KFC and indulging in a small portion of their crispy fried chicken. To me, there was nothing more…
By manalmoazzamDon’t you just hate it when you’re coasting through life, happy as a clam, and out of nowhere, you get taken down by the specter of self-doubt, self-deprecating thinking, or imposter syndrome? Ah, it happens to the best of us, but where do you turn when this trifecta of trouble comes knocking on your door?…
By manalmoazzamAs we speak, pilgrims around the globe are probably neck-deep in preparation for Hajj 2019. For those who may not be aware, this daunting, yet eagerly anticipated fifth pillar of Islam is a time when Muslims from around the globe — who are able to, both physically and financially — descend upon the holiest cities…
By manalmoazzamIt has been a month since the Sudanese calls for justice against the corruption of their military government was met with violence. In the days to follow, we received fleeting glimpses of the death and destruction rained down, not only on those demanding stability and justice, but also on those who simply dared to be…
By manalmoazzamIn March 2019, I had the honor of attending a poetry reading by Najwa Zebian, a woman I have greatly admired for a while. As Najwa spoke, her soft, yet firm, dulcet tones compelling us to join her on a journey through heartbreak and betrayal, ultimately ending in glorious triumph over that heartbreak, it struck me…
By manalmoazzamRamadan has come and gone, and this Eid-ul-Fitr, the gorgeous goddesses of our ummah have channeled all that noor into slaying their looks as they feasted away! From classic looks to dramatic ones, from the minimalists to the extravagant, you blew us away on this day of celebration. And so, to celebrate the resplendent beauty…
By manalmoazzamIn a classic case of blink-and-you’ll-miss-it, Ramadan has flown by and given way to Eid-ul-Fitr, and all the celebration that entails! As we prepare to cannonball into our favorite Eid traditions — those little things that make Eid truly feel like Eid — the Muslim Girl team reached out to a few of our writers…
By manalmoazzamAh, period shaming during Ramadan. How many Muslim women can honestly claim that they haven’t been told to eat secretly so as to not offend the delicate sensibilities of an ummah who can’t handle the knowledge that a woman might menstruating? Let alone the fact that we somehow manage to get caught sneaking a bite…
By manalmoazzamFrom our allies, to our partners, to our #MuslimGirlArmy, we really felt the love for our third annual Muslim Women’s Day! Initially pioneered in 2017 as a day dedicated to the visibility of Muslim women and their accomplishments, Muslim Women’s Day has grown year after year to include more partners and allies who have committed…
By manalmoazzamCould Muslim Women’s Day ever be complete without us sounding the alarm on all things politics and identity? We think not! Of course, there’s no denying that the conversations surrounding our current cultural and political discourse are so pertinent, perhaps more so than ever before. And so, we are exceedingly proud to bring you a…
