Category: Hijaab & Fashion

Niqab for Beginners: I WANT to wear the Niqab / Purdah

Guest post by  Zaakirah Kadwa Congratulations, my dear sister for intending to adopt the Niqab! Alhumdulillah, it is solely due to the grace, Rahma and love that your creator has for you that he has chosen you to embark on this this noble and admirable journey… A journey wherein you discover yourself from a new perspective.  This, my dear sister, is the beginning of a beautiful relationship with your Muslimah identity. Being brave enough to  move forward in the direction of donning the niqab indicates that you are earnest to  nurture this deep  respect for Allah’s rules of segregation...

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Upcoming Cape Town Event: The Muslimah Bridal Show

The Muslimah Bridal and Glamour Show takes place on Sunday 4 December 2011 from 15h00 at The Capetonian, Raya Suite, 3rd floor. Featuring bridal wear from Wimsy and Shahiema Mansfield, glamour wear from Gadija Khan as well as exhibiting flower arrangements from Fawda Sasman, wedding cakes from Divine by Design Cakes, photography from Sassure, make up by Munirah, jewellery from Nadeemah and beauty treatments from Yumna Jamodien. Tickets are R120 each and includes cake and tea/coffee. Muslimah Bridal show ticket holders and their families, can also enjoy a buffet lunch at the Capetonian on Sunday 4th December at only R100 per person, normally R145 per person. (kindly let me know if you would like to take advantage of this offer when making a booking) (payable at the restaurant) To book call Gadija on: 084 408 3479 021 952 1513...

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Hijab for Beginners: Why wear it? What’s the big deal?

As individuals we are all at various points in our awareness as regards the Hijab. Many muslimahs are in denial of the fact that observing the Hijab is indeed obligatory and not a choice. Some make excuses for not wearing the hijab, inspite of knowing that it is obligatory. See our Post 30 excuses for not wearing the scarf – It is a humourous look at excuses use to avoid the scarf. The reality of it is … The hijab is more than just putting on a scarf. We want simplify our Hijab for beginners series to the easiest...

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Introducing our ‘Hijab for Beginners’ Series

You may feel overwhelmed if you consider an overnight transition into full hijab – these are normal feelings one experiences. There are many questions ‘what is appropriate?’ , ‘where do i start?’.  Don’t be too hard on yourself, it will fall into place with the conviction to observe the modest hijab dressing. We are striving to put together a Hijab for beginners series where we will address the various aspects of  hijab dressing and the concerns that sisters have when considering this positive change. Keep an eye out for these posts: Hijab Disclaimer Virtues of hijab 3o Excuses for...

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Rekindling Hijab Awareness

Often it is difficult to wrap ones mind around the concept of hijab. Beyond it being one of the laws for muslimahs to follow, there are personal reactions that influence our mental construct of hijab. Part of what draws a woman to hijab and allows to her to take that step into donning it, is the increasing awareness and desire for modesty. Her spirituality is heightened and as a result she seeks out all the ways in which she can declare love for the Creator. Women have undoubtedly been gifted with one of the most beautiful forms amongst creation....

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