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Hope at South Korea Winter Olympics opening ceremony. A monumental handshake caused a stir yesterday in Pyeongchang, as the start to the opening ceremony…
The Ultimate Guide to Full Coverage Foundation
For someone who has suffered from acne, scarring and general blemishes on my face, I need foundation, and a high coverage one to complete my…
Pick of the Week
This week its all about this crisp white blouse with a flounced hem from H&M. The flounce detail makes the piece both delicate and modest.…
Fiji’s Islamic Past and Present
Fiji, a state made up of 844 islands is home today to a population of nearly 900,000 people. Closest to both Australia and New Zealand…
Muslimah Dating Diaries: Dear Patronising Pervez
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…
How to Save the World While On Your Period
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Watch: Niqabae + Zainab Talk Periods and Self Care
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Amaliah Recommends: Podcasts for a dose of inspiration
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Skincare for Acne Prone Skin
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Fringe Benefits
Fringing may remind you of cowboys, festivals and flappers, but with these key pieces, you can definitely work the trend in a subtle way. Add a…
On FGM and women being the bearers of Honour
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High-waisted Trousers
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Reflections From A Day Spent in a Rohingya Refugee Camp: Part 2
Click here to read Part One of Ryssa’s journey “Look around you, sister. Everybody has lost someone. A mother, a father, a sister…We are all…
Ethical Brands: Nakshi Stitch Combatting Modern Day Slavery & Child Labour
I met Tahsin Ahmed almost seven years ago as this bright-eyed and bushy-tailed history and politics student, bursting to tell me about an idea…
Muslim Woman Crush Monday: 011 @Sahararrayeh
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Muslimah Dating Diaries: Dear Instagram Imran
A special series on finding a bae, we hear from our resident dating Muslimah on the sorts of guys she comes across. Immy, Immy, Immy- I am happy that you’re having the time of your life. You like travelling?…
Two Sense; The Trials Of Contraception & The Wider Conversation On Self Care
Welcome back to our fortnightly Two Sense series, in which Selina, Nafisa + Sara, hit the roundtable to put their two cents on 4 subjects they’d each like to…
Reflections From A Day Spent in a Rohingya Refugee Camp
Last month, I had the opportunity to visit my family in Bangladesh. After booking the tickets, I made the intention to visit the Rohingya refugee…
Juvia’s Place Eyeshadow Palettes
Known for their super-pigmented and bright shades, independent make up brand Juvia’s Place has beauty bloggers and youtubers raving. Inspired by African- Caribbean culture, the…
World Hijab day, the highs and lows
This week we saw World Hijab Day take place where hundreds of people shared their personal thoughts and experiences. The event takes place in over 140…
This Week In World News: Starting With Rohingya & Iran
Rohingya Mass Graves Uncovered In Myanmar 5 Mass graves were uncovered in Myanmar yesterday in connection with the ongoing genocide of the Rohingya. Approximately 400…
The Kanga Project: Gifting the Women of Rural Zanzibar
The Kanga Project is a non-profit initiative celebrating the women of the rural tribes of Zanzibar by gifting them Kanga. Kanga is a rectangular piece…
In honour of National BBQ week here are some Iftar finds you need to know about, brought to you by Halal Gems
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Pick of the Week
This week we’re loving this green trench coat from Mango that will have you channeling your inner Audrey Hepburn. Pair with matching tapered trousers and…
Three Amazing UK Getaways To Kickstart Your Year
With reports saying that the weather in the U.K is set to plummet right through to March, and with the first month of 2018 leaving…
“My hijab makes me of marketable value” : A Thread
So, somewhere in this twitter thread from Heraa Hashmi, sheposes some very, very important questions about representation across communities. Social media has launched many hijabis…
A Muslim History of Brazil
In recent years, the Muslim community in Brazil has witnessed a surge of reverts to the religion of Islam. The growing numbers and the spotlight…
Women Around the World Are Protesting Against Compulsory Hijab in Iran
Iran is currently experiencing a wave of protests from women against its compulsory hijab order, as reports and images circulating on social media emerge from…
Recharge your Body Batteries with Relaxing Bath Salts
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Making Your Wealth Work for You
Wealth is a test, and the way we spend it could either spell our success or failure. It is a bargain transaction where what we get…
Amaliah Recommends : There’s a podcast here for everyone
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Whose Modesty is it anyway?
From London to Dubai to Pakistan to Palestine to Saudi Arabia to South Africa… “Modest Fashion”… in the Muslim context… means something quite unique…
Where are you from? Where are you really from?
My concern with the issue of race does not stem from my beautiful brown background and extensive foreign knowledge. I am not race-classification averse because…
Knitted Midi Skirts
Already tired of your winter wardrobe? Staying warm doesn’t have to mean boring knitted jumpers everyday. Vamp up your winter-wear with a knitted midi skirt.…
“I am not determined by my ability to get pregnant”
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A female Imam led prayer in India, here’s what Twitter thought
Last week Twitter reacted to the news that Jamida Teacher, the 34-year-old state secretary of the Quran Sunnath Society led prayers of a congregation which included…
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