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Elevate your style game by mixing the classic with the bold for a look that's uniquely striped-chic!

Striped tops are incredibly versatile and can be paired with a variety of prints for stylish and eye-catching outfits. Here are some prints that match well with striped tops. The safest is to go with like-colors and solid hijabs, but if you’re in the mood for some fun, you can match two prints together or even different colors.

How? The main key in mixing prints is to have one common color for a cohesive look. The second key in mastering the art of mixing is looking at the proportion of your prints. If your top has bold big prints, opt for something smaller and delicate in your other piece. Third key is to use your accessories, shoes, and purse to complete the look. Don’t overdo it, use solids to tone things down 😊 

Hijabis Standing Strong Amidst Islamophobia; Symbols of Courage and Faith

In a world marked by diversity and cultural pluralism, the hijab, a symbol of modesty and devotion to faith, has become a visible representation of Muslim women's identity. 

In recent events & amid the rising tide of Islamophobia, many hijabis find themselves navigating a path filled with both strength and fear. Hijabis being afraid amidst Islamophobia is a heart-wrenching reality, but their strength and resilience are equally inspiring. They face adversity with unwavering faith and a commitment to promoting peace and understanding. These women are not just symbols of courage; they are living embodiments of the principles of their faith, which include patience, perseverance, and the unwavering belief in a better, more inclusive world.

I’m sharing my hijab story with you today, not because it’s special per se, but rather to shed light on some struggles some of us do face before wearing our hijabs. Maybe we can spread awareness of what non-hijabis go through, stop judging them, just embrace their fears, reassure them that they’re not alone, and show them the real beauty of hijab.

I wore my hijab 20 years ago. I’ve loved the concept of hijab ever since I was a little girl, but in all honesty, many in my inner circle and my community were not fans of the idea. You would assume that wearing hijab is easier in the Middle East, well, not necessarily so! I’ve heard it all... “You’re too young”, “you’ll look old”, “you’ll become different (negatively was the connotation, as you can imagine), “you’ll stop caring about your looks”, “it’s too hot”, “you’ll take it off later”, “who said hijab is really a must in the first place?”, “you will limit your job opportunities”, “you want to cover in front of X, Y, Z?!!!”, “hmmm, is that a way to save money on your hair and beauty?”…ugh, the list was endless, as I’m sure many of you have heard or gone through.