Feeling Fringe? Autumn/Winter 2018 catwalk looks
Slide into the party season with these key looks curated and adapted straight from the runway this Autumn/Winter 2018. From Loewe, Nina Ricci, Ellery, Acne Studios, Balmain, Céline, and Altuzarra.…
Muslimah Dating Diaries: Dear Hanging Back Haitham
A special series on finding a bae, we hear from our resident dating Muslimah on the sorts of guys she comes across. We’ve heard about Boring…
The Black and Muslim in Britain project is about to launch their second season
The acclaimed Black and Muslim in Britain project is gearing up to release their eagerly anticipated second season on the 15th of October season 2.…
When is it time to seriously consider a divorce? A talk by @Maysmode
Haifaa otherwise known as Maysmode to her 14.9k followers is based in Cardiff and one inspiring mama. She is head designer and owner of her…
Acceptance: A short reflection on Miscarriage
Trigger warning: This article mentions miscarriage and may be emotionally triggering for some. Twenty-five percent of women will miscarry, and yet very few have the confidence…
Style Crush @Salmajj
We are in love with @Salmaj and her impeccable eclectic street style, think hats, layers, skater looks, oversized shapes, and layered textures. She is based…
Best Of Bengali- Anarosh Chutney (Spicy Pineapple Chutney)
The last time I went to Bangladesh, I was a toddler. I don’t remember much beyond the memories I have in photographs, but sometimes the…
My Top 5 Lush Products
Disclaimer: LUSH does not sponsor this Article. Please do not take these recommendations as for medical advice. If you have any medical concerns please consult…
Khabib Nurmagomedov: Islamophobia, and white privilege in the cage
Khabib Nurmagomedov brought home a win for Russia on Saturday evening in T-Mobile arena in Las Vegas. Following his fourth-round submission win when the mixed martial artist of…
Whats going on in the Muslim world? Search for Saudi Journalist continues & Deal for Idlib
1. Muslim UFC fighter, Khabib wins post Mcgregor Islamophobic taunting The Nevada Athletic Commission told UFC president Dana White last night they were withholding UFC…
Trend Alert: Faux Fur
Fur is back, but this time with less penny pressure. A critical trend that is resurfacing is consciousness when consuming. This year we are all…
The Adulting Series: How to take care of 5 brand new household appliances
Are you moving to a new home? Packing must have been exhausting. I know! You probably won’t be moving everything to your new house, especially…
Bad Advice I received before moving to China
Before moving to China, I received advice from colleagues who had traveled to China on business or vacation. Most of them echoed similar sentiments, sadly…
Muslim Twitter coming at you at full force this week
This week Muslim Twitter is just as funny as ever this week, a little more mellow than last week. If you have never come across…
We are totally loving’ Dina Laraki’s art and photography on Instagram
We always love to check out who’s part of our supportive Instagram community and this week we want to celebrate this beautiful account from Dina…
Why we are in Desperate need of Muslim therapists in mainstream institutions
There are just too many issues, too many pressures, and too many traumas we are individually working on internally. There are some specific Muslim traumas…
Tayyib Eats: Stax Review
*Disclaimer* – 2019 update: Abraham’s Natural Produce is no longer supplying Stax Diner, Harlem Soul or Butterscotch Bakery (The Soul Food Group) Gourmet burgers have…
It’s Parka Weather
We finally have an excuse to purchase and bring out, our Parkas this Autumn. The runways have been filled with velvet, suede, and lycra, faux fur-clad…
80’s Shoulder pads making a comeback
You won’t believe it, but those 80’s oversized shoulders are slowly making a comeback this fall. It does take some courage to wear these striking…
Poem: I am Crimson
We are the inheritors of classifications Of limitations The official document sections, Tick-boxes, real boxes Reminders of who to be, or not to be…
Glowy dewy looks with @hodanysf
Hodan Yusuf is literally Noor incarnate mash’Allah, as a mum of 4 beauty guru Youtuber, we are never left disappointed looking through her marvelous Instagram feed.…
Fortress of a Muslim author Shaykh Sa’d Al-Qahtani passes away after battle with cancer
The author of the well-known du’a book ‘Fortress of the Muslim’ , Shaykh Sa’d Al-Qahtani passed away on the 1st of October, ‘Inna lilahee wa inna…
Film Review: ‘Nappily Ever After’ & being a Natural Hair Hijabi
As a Black woman who has done the big chop -the act of cutting off all chemically relaxed or damaged hair and leaving only the…
What’s going on in the Muslim World? Lindsay Lohan attempts to take 2 refugee children & Indonesia Earthquake
1. Lindsay Lohan attempts to take two boys from a refugee family Actress Lindsay Lohan left Instagram viewers largely disturbed on her live on, the…
Black girl magic at #MilanFashionWeek
Fashion moguls, bloggers, and models came out to absolutely slay at Milan fashion week. It has been an incredible line up of shows, from Maxamara…
A road less travelled… boosts imaan
I’ve always been passionate about the road less travelled, in my younger years I loved to adventure off the beaten track. I truly believe that…
It’s Friday… So it can only mean one thing…Muslim Twitter!!
This week Muslim Twitter has been set alight with commentary on gender wars in Islam, modesty, bridal showers, and scholarly impact on our communities. If…
Why we’re loving ‘Till We Cover’
We’re always on the lookout for amazing brands on the ‘gram that cover just all the right bases! Right now, we’re here for ‘Till We…
Hijab, no Hijab or Turban: The conversation that has split Muslim Twitter
So the last two weeks, Muslim Twitter has been set alight with commentary on a debate that has triggered, the coming of an online civil…
Keep toasty With Autumn Slogan socks
Go in prepared, we have set out to find the warmest chic socks to keep you warm this season! Shop the look! Boohoo Embroidered Socks
Watch: What’s in a name? “It took me 19 years to say my name like my mother did”
I spent 19 years mispronouncing my name so others will be able to say it. I wrote this poem about learning/unlearning that habit. pic.twitter.com/OZy1R0c9WZ —…
Why it is important to have black Muslim only spaces: An interview with Neimo Askar & Ayo Olatunji
“When it comes to black people we ourselves don’t know our worth, but everyone else does and they are threatened by it and try to…
Our Style Crush @Halima.Kalim
Our beautiful style crush this week, is the sophisticatedly chic, Halima Kalim. We appreciate how simple, the cuts and lines of her clothes are creating…
Oversized Knitware: Get the look
Vogue said it, one of this season’s most sought-after trends is oversize knitwear, we are loving all things snuggly, dress sweaters, Lenny Kravitz meme style…
London Fashion Week 2018: Modest Looks on and off the catwalk
We are blown away by the dramatic shift in the fashion world when it comes to dressing modestly. We are fully aware how easy it…
Twitter accuses the BBC of feeding Islamophobia through the portrayal of a Muslim woman as a “Jihadi”
The BBC hit show “Bodyguard” has been a topic of conversation all over social media, from hailing it as one of the BBC’s best shows…