Well-informed consumers are increasingly opting for halal fashion and lifestyle products as their wholesomeness appeals even to non-Muslims. Patricia Chow-Capodieci rounds up some halal lifestyle brands, some of which also adopt ethical and environmentally friendly practices. Clothing & Accessories Dian Pelangi Indonesia The brand’s name combines the name of its young designer, 19-year-old Dian Wahyu Utami, … Read more
This designer and visual artist constantly evolve his work to push out of tradition and embrace modern influences. British-born Ruh al-Alam was raised in the UK by his Bangladeshi parents. Trained as a traditional calligrapher, his deep passion for graphic arts led him to experiment with design and typography. Together with designer Peter Gould, Ruh … Read more
Stay modest and fabulous by upcycling new hijabs. In our society, being fashionable is a moving target. One day your clothes are in style, and the next they’re out. It can be exhausting to stay on top of the constantly shifting trends, not to mention expensive! One way to cut costs and still remain modest … Read more
In this exclusive interview with luxury womenswear designer Diana Kotb, the Australian reveals her philosophy behind dressing modestly and talks about her business journey. She spoke to Aydha Mehnaz. There is a very fine line between effortless and trying too hard. As a keen lover of modest fashion, it gives me great pleasure to observe how … Read more
Here’s a shopping list that no busy, fashion-forward Muslim woman should ignore. By Maryam Yusof. I decided to start wearing the hijab on the first day of Ramadhan in 2010. I realized in those early days that I was spending a lot more time fixing my hijab before heading to class than I used to spend … Read more