The Blues

The Blues by Rae Aida featuring a beaded bib necklace

Silver tank
19 GBP - debenhams.com

H M cotton blouse
15 GBP - hm.com

Wide leg pants
12 GBP - axparis.co.uk

MICHAEL Michael Kors michael kors flat
$98 - endless.com

GUESS silver jewelry
$20 - zappos.com

Old Navy beaded bib necklace
$15 - oldnavy.gap.com

Cotton scarve
55 GBP - farfetch.com


I think that this outfit would be ideal for an office, professional or classroom setting. The pants fit looseley and the material seems to flow. They are modestly widelegged. I would wear the silver tank top underneath the blue blouse. I think it would be really cute to unbutton the blouse's first few buttons so that the ruffles could be seen. Obviously you would still wear your hijab low enough that no skin would show. I think a navy scarf to match the pants would be great. I love the silver flats! I think that they are very pretty and add some color contrast to the outfit. Finish off with some cute blue and silver accessories and you're good and lovely to go! I chose the navy and silver bow ring and the long necklace of different shades to pull all the colors together.

Goody two shoes

Goody two shoes by Rae Aida featuring silk scarves

Long sleeve dress
30 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

Jaeger wide leg pants
60 GBP - johnlewis.com

Lace flat
$47 - shopruche.com

Amrita Singh collar necklace
$100 - amritasingh.com

Jon Richard vintage pearl brooch
15 GBP - debenhams.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs post earring
$48 - zappos.com

Dorothy Perkins silk scarve
12 GBP - dorothyperkins.com

Marc Jacobs Daisy 1.7 oz Eau de Toilette Spray
$60 - sephora.com

Diorshow Unlimited Mascara
$25 - bloomingdales.com




I think the most notable thing about this outfit is the sweetness of it. It's a very cute and innocent look. I think it would be great for class, a job interview maybe, or even a casual date or outing. The pink peter pan collared top is modest enough that it shouldn't require any over or under layers. I would recommend buying up a size though to make sure it doesn't come too tight. I'd recommend the same for the navy pants.. though they are wide legged so they shouldn't be too very problematic. It's really hard for me to pick my favorite part but if I had to it would be the shoes! Definitely give those a click and check those out in a larger picture! They are very sweet mary jane style flats with a tiny navy floral print. They lace up with old fashioned retro strings.. too cute. The scarf is also great! I love the detail around the edge. Open up and add some color to your lovely eyes with a dash of navy mascra and finish off with polished accesories. For jewelry I would recommend real or faux pearls. There is nothing more classic, sweet or feminine than pearls. I like the pearl necklace shown because you tie it around your neck with it's ribbon ends making a lovely bow! Finally perhaps a pearl hijab brooch or pin at most.

Super easy! No pins!

I have worn my hijab like this a few times lately. The main reason I love wearing it this way is because I can do it so quickly and easily.. with no pins or anything! Plus it stays securely in place.  The way I do it is by starting off as most of us always do. I place the hijab on top of my head and let both ends fall at even length on each side. I then take one side and then pull it up towards the opposite side.It literally goes over my head a second time. I do the same thing oppositely with the other side. I then neaten it and tuck the ends in and any off spots. I don't pin it. I leave if fairly loose..somewhat Shayla style. I then take a white scarf that is long enough to be a hijab in itself but about half the width. You can tell the white scarf was meant to hang around the neck not be a hijab. I take the white scarf and  tightly twist the entire length of it the way you would wring out wet clothing. Next I fold the twisted scarf in half longways (obviously!). Once it is folded in half if you hold it up by the ends it should start twisting into itself. You will want to help it out though to make sure the twists are tight and even. It should be the same idea as if you were twisting two strings together.. or the way some girls divide their hair into two, twist the two halves together all the way down and then tie. When you have done this part the twisted scarf should be have the length originally and start to be looking the way mine does. One end should have the two scarf ends, the other should be able to be a loop.  Pull the twisted scarf around your head bringing both described ends to the back of your head. Pull the scarf ends tightly through the loop. It should be kinda like making a slip knot. If you've done it right the twisted scarf should be enough to secure your hijab and you won't need pins or anything. Yes, believe it or not this really does stay very secure all day! Plus, I think with a hijab of  different material or pattern this could be a great formal or even bridal look. It would be easy to stick some veiling under the twisted scarf. :]

Today..

This is what I wore today. You can't tell but it was a loose black skirt worn with it. My hijab, the floral pink scarf is from American Eagle. They often have lovely scarves.. one of my favorite stores. The white undershirt is from comfortteez. I often put their long sleeved shirts in my designs as the bottom layer. You can find the link to their site in most of my designs and previous posts. I really like them because the shirts are sooo comfy. They are a really soft material. They also hold up very well. I have some years old still in very good condition. They are a company that specifically has modesty in mind. They have tank tops and cami's that are extra long and high necked. They are made this way so that they are perfect to wear under a long sleeved shirt or dress that happens to have a neck that shows too much.. as so many do. Definitely check them out.  My blue blouse is from Target and is was very cheap! My black skirt is a thousand years old and I'm sure you would be able o find something like it anywhere. My white underscarf is pretty much the same story. :]

I think that girls should be less afraid to mix colors! Just because your shirt is blue and white doesn't mean your hijab has to be so! I love to see when girls mix things up. I'm a big fan of creativity. Kinda like the Nautical post a few days ago. I don't think many girls would mix that many colors and would have instead chose to wear a white or navy.. maybe yellow at best hijab. There's nothing wrong with simpler looks and color schemes but there's nothing wrong with having fun and tossing in a surprising color once in a while.

Aida

pretty in pink! ..and gray!

pretty in pink! ..and gray! by Rae Gregory featuring ballet shoes

Dolman tee, $38
Skirt, $128
TopShop ballet shoes, $85
Kate Spade stud earring, $68
Saskia Diez wooden bead bracelet, $65
Jennifer Ouellette hair accessory, $125
Maxmara Studio silk scarve, 88 GBP
Forever21 woven scarve, $6.50

This is a very feminine pretty spring or summer outfit. It would be appropriate in some professional settings, on a casual date, shopping, to class etc. As I often warn, the skirt and gray shirt should be purchased at a size larger than usual as these brands tend to run small and tight fitted clothing is not hijab. I think wearing the coral pink scarf underneath and then layering the the other on top would be very cute. I am linking a youtube video that shows how to wear headbands with hijab! I think finding a way to do this with the matching gray and coral pink head band would be super cute. Or if you're not into the headband thing you could take those two cute earrings (or similar ones!) and use them decoratively as you would a hijab pin. I wouldn't recommend using decorative pins AND a headband though.. that would be too much. Maybe finish off with some white accessories like a white beaded necklace or bracelet? I am in love with the woven shoes!

How to wear hijab with a headband..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxxFNVkQYsc

How to easily make a floral headband YOURSELF perfect for wearing with hijab!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zB2OAEtuW9g&feature=related

Nautical Summer

Nautical Summer by Rae Gregory featuring embroidered pants

Billabong long sleeve dress, $38
O'Neill embroidered pants, $39
Sigerson Morrison thong sandal, $225
Stud earring, $100
Chain pendant, $15
Scarve, 8.50 GBP
Dorothy Perkins bow belt, 2 GBP
dELiAs > Solid Burnout Boy Tank > tops > view all tops, $25

This would be great for warm weather! The pants are a loose fit and won't require anything worn underneath. I would recommend purchasing the two shirts one size bigger than your usual as these stores do tend to run small. I think layering the fun yellow tank over the navy striped shirt is a great colorful look. Create a high waist with the bow belt over both shirts! This outfit would look cool topped off with a lightweight red hijab or scarf to complete the primary color theme. Accessorize with nautical jewelry! This outfit will help you avoid overheating while staying modest and looking cute! I chose red sandals however tan sandals that match the belt would look great too.. or navy flats of some kind for sisters who do not show any foot. Sisters who do not wear pants could wear this look with a long khaki skirt. I can see this outfit being worn walking on the beach, to an amusement park, to the park or a cookout! Definitely a summer look.

Edit: As I looked back at this outfit I questioned the appropriatness. I think that while in picture it may not look hijab if bought and worn in oversize as intended it is still okay. Also keep in mind the picture of the pants is small. I have actually seen them in the store and they seem much larger and wider legged. Allah knows best.

Haute Hijab

I am really excited. I have just found the most awesome little site. Haute Hijab is an online store that sells one of a kind vintage scarves and wraps. Their hijabs are cleaned, treated and steamed to restore original quality. They are an Islamic company so they make sure all of their scarves are large enough to be worn as hijabs. Some scarves will require an underscarf of some kind due to the varying materials..some of which may be somewhat sheer or thin. This is no big problem though! I personally always wear an underscarf anyway. I like the look of the contrasting color above my forehead and face. You would think these scarfs would be really pricey but from what I have seen most are all 20.00-25.00$usa and some are 30.00$ at most. For one of a kind vintage scarves by brands like sarah coventry, yves saint laurent, liz claiborne and ann klein this is a fantastic deal!

ps. the wraps are not hijab sized but they would look great on top of an already in place hijab tied bandanna or headband style as a fun accessory! Be creative.

http://www.hautehijab.com/

Orange summer outfit

Orange summer outfit by Rae Gregory featuring satya jewelry

Ecote maxi dress, $49
Cardigan
Melissa ballet flat, $32
Satya jewelry, $48
hijab shop, Amira hijabs, hijab bands, light thin hijabs pashminas, $6.95
ComforTeez - A Modest Undershirt

This outfit was ideally designed for a young, (or young at heart!) fun, fashionable muslimah. This outfit would be great to wear going out shopping, to lunch with family or friends, school etc. It's pretty and feminine without being too formal. It definitely has a fun vibe.

It is designed with modesty in mind however to further ensure you mantain your modesty I would also recommend wearing a pair of thin leggings ( I think black or dark grey would be best!) beneath the dress.

The gray scarf shown is not from a shopping site.. any gray hijab would work fine. If you cannot find or do not have a gray scarf that provides adequate coverage I think wearing an orange bonnet, cap, or underscarf would be a fun way to ensure you are covered and add a bit more color.

Please remember sisters that hijab does not just include covering skin it also requires we hide our feminine curves and conceal the line of our bodies. The store this dress is from tends to run small. If you normally wear a small I'd recommend going for a medium, wear a medium go for a large etc.

I would recommed choosing a long orange sweater like the one I have shown so that you don't have to wear an additional slip or underskirt. The one shown is long enough to well hide any clinging and come past your lower curves.

I know the beads on the selected hijab pin look red in the picture but they are actually a matching orange. :]

Hope you like!