Hijablicious

Candylicious

2012-03-04T12:56:00.003-08:00

Hijab candy is a small business run by two sisters; specialising in head scarves and scarf accessories.

When I first opened the parcel of Hijabs from HijabCandy, I will be honest, I was hesitant. I thought the prints and colours were very bold and too loud, but isn't everything worth giving a shot? And I'm very glad I did, because it proved that my reservations were wrongly placed. The quality of the hijabs is great, they are very light, have a good length and width and easy to drape and thus provide an ample amount of coverage. The colours are quite vivid and teamed with plain blocked colours they easily stand out and are perfect for dressing up a dull outfit. I've teamed both scarves with a simple outfit, the first is quite dressy and chic which would be ideal for an evening out, the second is more dressed down and casual.

I have also received some lovely accessories and pins from Hijab Candy which I will use to dress up an outfit at a later stage.

English Rose Hijab and Outfit

Peacock Scarf

Outfit
Dress: Primark
Skinny Trousers: H&M
Bag: Vintage Louis Vuitton
Necklace: Accessorize
Bracelet: Forever 21
Shoes: Primark

Scarves can be ordered through HijabCandy's online facebook store, definitely worth checking them out!!!

Vintage Inspiration-Blazers Pt 2

2012-02-27T14:24:00.002-08:00

A few weeks ago we brought you our first shoot that was inspired by vintage jackets and blazers. This week we are bringing you part 2, featuring a beautiful vintage Jaeger Blazer. Teamed with the right accessories, blazers are the one must have of any girls wardrobe. Vintage blazers in particular, have character and timeless style that the high-street simply cannot compete with.

Get the Look
Blazer- Vintage Jaeger (Charity Shop Find)
Bag-LV
Boots-Primark
Scarf- Espirit
Jeans-Oasis

Snowy Days

2012-02-14T12:19:00.001-08:00

Don't you just love the snow... and the best thing about it is getting out the winter wardrobe, especially boots. I've recently become a fan of wellies and have my eye on a pair of Hunter Boots which i'm hoping to get soon. In the meantime I found a beautiful pair by Scholl on sale for an awesome price at Daniel's. Perfect for those snowy and rainy days :)

Boots - Scholl -£96.99 (reduced to £25.99)

Jeggings- TopShop

Coat- Bershka

Scarf- Primark

Watch- Micheal Kors

Necklace- Primark

IMAT 2012 Weekend

2012-02-07T12:42:00.000-08:00

This weekend I went to the IMATS with a couple of friends. I had never been before but I heard a lot of good reviews about it from an American friend of mine, who said it was a big thing in the States.

IMATS (International Makeup Artist Trade Show) is for people involved in the makeup or creative industry, it is however also open to the public so anyone can go, they hold it once yearly normally towards the beginning of the year here in the UK and takes place all around the word at different times. It is most definitely a make-up lover’s dream event. There are a host of high end and in most cases designer makeup brands on show with many giving up to 75% discount on products. It is also a great opportunity to meet others in the Makeup industry, see live demonstrations of new products and to get your hands of some much sought after products.

I spent a lot of money , an absolute fortune some would say, but it was well worth it! Once I came home I realised I paid 1/5 of the price for all my products had I bought them all full price, and it is an event I will definitely be going to again. The show allows you to build your makeup collection with key essentials and you can definitely get some items that will last you a long time.

Now if you do ever decide to go, you do need to be prepared for queues! The event opens at 8:30am however queues begin from 7am and inside people always flock to the most sought after brands such as Illamsqua, Make Up For Ever, NYX, IGLOT amongst others.

You can swatch products at your leisure, try products on and there are always plenty of makeup artists to help you out. The infamous and renowned makeup artist and founder of highly acclaimed makeup brand Eve Pearl was also there demonstrating hands on some of her makeup:

See below for my haul of goodies which I got:

The first place I headed was Make Up For Ever, I had heard a lot about the Make Up Forever(MUFE) HD foundation and really wanted to get my hands on one, MUFE does not retail widely in the UK and you can only order it online so it was one of the first stalls I went to. HD foundation is £28.99 so it’s quite a steep buy, at the IMAT’s however it was being sold for £18.99, nearly half price! A definite bargain. I also read a lot of reviews on their liquid blush and uplight - a dewy glow cream for your cheeks, so also got those, cant wait to try them out, will update on whether they are worth it.

Other purchases which I was extremely happy with were those I got from Illamasqua which was 75% off most products and was probably the best stall. All foundations were at £7.00 a bargain from the rrp of £21.50! All eye pencils were £2.00 again a great bargain, I also got a cream blush and eye base.

I had never purchased from Iglot but had done some YouTube research before and they have similar items to Make Up For Ever's liquid blush for a fraction of the price, I decided to get one of these also to wear as an everyday blush and use the MUFE on on special occasions. I also purchased a bright pink blush which can be toned down with the right brush.

Lip Tars- I had read so many reviews on these little beauties by OCC and was so happy to get my hands on some of the most popular colours, They are great because they leave a matt look on the lips and can last for up to 10 hours, also a little goes a long way and you need less then a dot to cover your lips, be careful to moisturise your lips well before as they can be quite matt.

Did you go to IMAT’s, what did you get your hands on? If not, let us know what you think of the review!

Spotlight: Modern Mary (+Competition!)

2012-02-01T09:24:00.000-08:00

Modern Mary is a freshening American label that seeks to combine great high-end style with modesty. We got to catch up with Seema, the founder of Modern Mary to find out more about her and her company.

What was your inspiration for creating Modern Mary?

My designs give women the chance to express themselves while being true to their identity. For most Muslim women it can be challenging finding styles that express their cultural heritage, American identity, and at the same time being true to their faith. What motivates me is trying to reconcile these three forces and translate them into my designs. Creating modest designs is one thing, but there is certain flair to my designs that makes it stand out and appealing. The uniqueness of each design attracts different women and speaks to different women. I try to design something for everyone.

After I started designing, I knew that an online store was not enough, which is why I decided to open up a boutique. The Boutique offers my customers an exclusive shopping experience without compromise to privacy and comfort. The boutiques' modern and high end appeal reflects the same values as my brand, Modern Mary.

Sounds great! How did you initially get started?

I’ve always had an understanding of fashion and a strong sense of how to style. When shopping through the malls, there was no difficulty in creating a modest wardrobe, rather a challenge. Actually, the challenge was exciting and refreshing; kept me hunting through each store in the mall. Women would always stop me and ask me, “where did you buy that?” or “how did you think of putting that outfit together?” Noticing the comments and compliments, I knew I was doing something right. And what is better than putting together an outfit? Designing an outfit! I want women to have a fun and comfortable shopping experience. The only way was to bring the designs to them. I know what elements are needed to make a modest yet modern design. Design is not just how it looks, but how it fits, how it feels, and how it flows. Not only is designing a passion of mine, but I am good at it.

What words of advice would you give to budding business women?

It’s a struggle everyday but Alhamdulillah; it's our passion that keeps us going. We have a vision, but remember they are anchored to the ground by reality and resources. The biggest challenge a women may face is balancing her roles; for me, that is the role of being a mother, a wife, a designer, and an entrepreneur- this is my every day struggle. When starting a business, it’s more than just pursuing a passion. Yes, you have to be passionate about what you are doing, but you also have to be persistent, willing to learn, and ready to play various roles. I can’t run a business by just designing- I had to learn to be a manager, bookkeeper, marketer, etc. Identify your support network and turn to them when seeking advice and guidance- from family to colleagues.

This is great food for thought and advice that I am sure a lot of our readers will appreciate ... So what can we hope to expect from Modern Mary in the future?

Multiple boutiques. Department Stores, Editorials in Vogue, New York Fashion Week. Need I say more!

This all sounds very exciting! How can Hijablicious readers stay in touch with what is new at Modern Mary?
By visiting our website and joining our newsletter and becoming a fan on our Facebook page, Hijablicious readers will get the very latest on special promotions, events, and contests. We have monthly special events at the boutique that are educational, empowering, and enjoyable.

We would like to thank Seema for giving us her time and now... Competition Time!

We are delighted to announce this month’s giveaway in conjunction with Modern Mary to win this fabulous reversible hooded dress worth $48.00
How to Enter:

1) Like this photo on Modern Mary’s Facebook Fan page
2) Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on google connect (on the left hand side of this page)
3) Comment here letting us know you have entered.

The competition ends 8th February 11pm and the winner will be announced soon after.

(T&C: One entry per person, the winner will get a chance to select their size, No entries will be accepted after the closing date, Hijablicious and Modern Mary have the right to withdraw the competition at any time.)

Summer Colours

2012-01-28T04:37:00.001-08:00

One thing I love about summer is the return of gorgeous fresh and light pastel colours.

Looking through my nail varnish collection this morning, I was drawn to the coral, pink and reds, which have long been hidden during the dull winter months.

What are your favourites?

River Island-Top Picks

2012-01-18T13:45:00.000-08:00

These are our top picks from the New River Island collection

Leopard Lovin'

2012-01-17T13:10:00.000-08:00

One of the perks of having a sister is that it allows you to borrow clothes of each other (sometimes without asking :p) and here Sam is wearing the leopard coat (as seen in the previous post). Her gorgeous outfit shows you can clash as many prints as you like and still look stylish.

Get the Look
Bag-Longchamp
Coat-Topshop
Scarf-Primark
Boots-H&M

Product Review- Aquaini Burkini

2012-01-08T07:35:00.000-08:00

This review will be a little different from our normal features, since we have never done beach or swimwear before. To be honest, I was a little apprehensive before doing this review, as I had only heard of Burkinis, and never really tried one myself. However it is always good to be a bit adventurous, and like me, you may be pleasantly surprised!

Aquaini, is a UK based company which specialises in selling these covering swimsuits. They are designed to be worn at the beach, swimming pool or any other such place where you would prefer to be covered whilst enjoying yourself, like everyone else!!
The sister behind Aquaini, has worked hard to get this company up and running and to provide us all an alternative to simply sitting on the beach watching others have all the fun! She took her inspiration from a visit to Malaysia where she discovered covering swimwear, and upon finding that it was difficult to find them in the west, she decided to design her own range. Her trip to Malaysia was therefore a life changing experience.

Aquaini sent me a Pink/Black Burkini to review, in a size Small. When I first open the package, and felt the material, I was quite happy with its quality. It has a silky waterproof texture, which is found on normal swimming costumes, and again it seemed quite...normal! I was half expecting to find a funny looking crazy costume but actually it is well made, and clearly has the customer in mind.

This was the one sent to me, as seen above on the model from the Aquani website. The head covering or cap, is attached to the neck, so you never will be able to loose it! It is easy to slip on and once your hair is tucked in, the cap is quite snug and comfortable. After I wore it, for a second of too I felt a bit strange, and then I looked in the mirror and thought, actually, it doesn't look bad at all, and secondly, yes it may attract a bit of attention, but then again, women who wear headscarves are used to having a few stares here and there and to be honest if this allows you to enjoy yourself freely on the beach, who cares?

The trousers are also a snug nice fit and quite loose, whilst the dress is a nice length covering your behind not being too long to impair the ability to swim.

I had a size small, and this fit perfectly as I normally wear a 6-8 and I am quite petite. Therefore I would say if you are taller it may be best to go for one up to make sure the trousers and sleeves are long enough.

The Burkinis are available from the Aquaini site here and come in various sizes, ranging from Small, Medium, Large and extra Large. They are priced from £40 which to be honest is really reasonable, and a well worth investment for the future. The burkinis comes in a blue/black colour combination as well.

Further to being covering, these suits are also excellent for your skin. Sometimes those of us with olive or darker complexions, assume we dont need to apply sun protection when out on the beach or even on a sunny day, wrong!! It can be very harmful to your skin, and this suit makes sure none of those rays are absorbed into your skin. You would only need to apply lotion to your face regularly.

Still not not convinced? Well Nigella Lawson recently took to the beach in a burkini, and as she has pale skin she knows the harm that the sun can do her. Despite not being a Muslim, she rocked the Burkini, and showed that if you have confidence, you can pull of just about anything!!

So to summarise, here are the benefits of a Burkini from Aquaini:

-Protects your Skin from Harmful UV rays
-No wet horrible hair
-Quick drying and waterproof
-Modest
-Affordable

Detail
-£40
-Available in a range of Sizes
-UK Based
-Online store here

Join the Aquani facebook fan page here to show your support and keep up to date on their latest products and range.

Next time I go to the beach, I want to see, Burkinis, everywhere!!! :D

Winter Inspiration

2012-01-05T13:30:00.000-08:00

Get the look
Coat-Topshop
Scarf-Chic Hijabs
Boots -Zara

Oh So Chic!

2011-12-29T13:46:00.000-08:00

We met the lovely ladies from Chic Hijabs and Accessories at the Ladies Night Party in early December.
Chic Hijabs is a newly launched online boutique, currently operating through its facebook page. They aim to provide their customers, with individual and unique hijabs in addition to snazzy accessories such as pins.

The Packaging
I think packaging says a lot about a company, and in this respect Chic Hijabs did not fail to impress. The items were wrapped individually in a ribbon and then in lovely tissue paper, filled with sparkly little love hearts which really made me smile. The pins were in small organza bags, and looked great.

Cupcake Hijab Cushion (£3.99) and Various Hijab Pins (Individually Priced)

This has to be my most favourite item of all the items I was sent. The scrummy looking cupcake is a pin cushion, and is now my prized possession on my dressing table :) It can fit a large number of pins and very eye catching.

The pins on the cushion are those that sent by the company and include an assortment of bow pins, a heart shaped one, and small gem stone ones. Some of these are featured in the pictures below. My favourite are the bow pins, which are available in 6 colours, and are so cute!

Oriental Gardens Scarf (£9.99)

Makeup By: Christina Cupani (Makeup By Christina)

This hijab is very light in texture and is an average sized length and width, and not overly big. It is however, wide enough however to cover the head, and boasts bright colours which will most certainly get you noticed. I would personally wear this as a neck scarf with a plain hijab as I just love the look with it around my neck, and perhaps with a blazer, suiting a vintage/trendy look.

Monopoly (£8.99)

Makeup By: Christina Cupani (Makeup By Christina)

When I first took this out of the packaging, it had the wow factor immediately. It is large over sized scarf, and has the most vibrant detail with colours similar to Oriental Gardens. I would wear this with a plain outfit and the scarf speaks for itself, and would definitely wear this as a headscarf. This is my favourite scarf!

Overall it is safe to say that Chic Hijabs, is a company to watch out for. They are bringing originality, and creativity to a very competitive market. It is their attention to detail that makes them stand out, and their careful packaging will be sure to bring back customers. Most of all, the items they sell are reasonably priced and wont blow your budget.

Like Chic Hijabs on Facebook to hear directly from them about their new stock, and how to order.

Covered Style Al-Hayah Review

2011-12-17T12:44:00.000-08:00

We have been given a selection of two scarves to review from the new and upcoming Hijab brand 'Al-Hayah'. The scarves are called 'Floral Frenzy' and 'Purple Dust'.The items arrived well packaged attached with a Al-Hayah thank-you flyer which is always nice :) We are also proud to welcome Al-Hayah as one of our new advertising partners and you will see their banner on the right hand side of our homepage.

Hijab Review:

Floral Frenzy was the first one I tried on, I was immediately attracted to is rose pattern and colours which are deep and stunning. The scarf itself was good size, quite wide and long in length. The middle of the scarf has a red seam running through it, which adds to is uniqueness. I tried it on a few times, and came to the conclusion that it was more secure with a underscarf bonnet on, due to the silky material and needs securing with pins. I wore a black underscarf, and firstly wore it wrapped around my head in a basic style (above pic)

Secondly wore it a different more casual way. I pulled the scarf back at the neck, and then brought the scarf round to the front, with gold hoop earrings for a more funky look (above). This is a style that you can adjust to make it looser/tighter around the neck, and wear a highneck top with if desired.

The Purple Dust scarf was a more evening/occasion one, although I am sure you could also wear it casually depending on how you accessorize it. I loved this colour, and also the border at the front of the scarf. I firstly wore this again, in a basic wrap style, with the black bandana, and gold hoop earrings. With a generous width and length, it allows for some layering at the top, and bottom so while you can see your earrings, the neck is covered.

I then wore it with a black rose detailed head band, to see how you could add other accessorises to it for an occasion. I literally pulled the headband over my head as you normally would, before wrapping the final layer of the scarf.

I Love both of the scarves, they are unique in their own way and also affordable. Floral Frenzy (£8) can be found on their facebook page here, whilst Purple Dust (£10) is also available in different colours here

At the moment they operate through their facebook page which you need to make sure you like to see all their updates, and their new stock.

We wish Al-Hayah all the best in their new business and inshallah lots of success :)

Vintage Inspiration-Blazers

2011-12-06T13:17:00.000-08:00

We are going to do the next few outfit inspirations specifically featuring Vintage Blazers. If you know what we're like, you'll know that we absolutely <3 vintage shopping. The quality and detail of a pre-loved item makes it stand out from all the mass produced imitations on the high-street, and often at a snip of the price.

This outfit features a YSL vintage checked blazer, found at a thrift store in East London. A Jewel Indeed. I wore this at the Smoky Not Smudgy event, and have wore it a billion times since.

Get the Look

Blazer-Vintage YSL
Leather Satchel- Topshop
Chain Pattern Long-sleeved shirt-Asos
Compass Necklace- Topshop
Pink Jersey Long Scarf- Accessorize
UnderScarf- H&M

We will be having more photos coming soon about alternative ways to wear this blazer, and other vintage ones, so keep tuned Hijablicious ladies :)

'Chic Hijabs' Launch Party In London

2011-12-01T14:31:00.000-08:00

Last week the newly arrived brand 'Chic Hijab' held a launch party, showcasing their scarf collection in addition to other products. For me personally it was the first time I had heard of such a launch and it was quite exciting for both the Chic Hijab team and for prospective customers. Although the Hijablicious team couldn't make it we have some exclusive pictures courtesy of Chic Hijab and exciting product reviews coming up soon! Watch this space!

The Chic Hijabs Launch Party was a place for girls to have an amazing time, meet new sisters from all over London and to snap up our gorgeous exclusive new stock! We had great new hijabs on offer, varying in size, pattern and colour and aimed to cater to all the needs and wants a girl could have. We also had plenty of delicious food for everyone to sit down and enjoy, which provided the perfect setting to mingle and get to know one another. We had one off pieces that sold out very quickly, however there was plenty of stock to go round. It was a great event, and we would personally like to thank all the sisters who came and supported us, including our facebook fans. Please spread the Chic Hijab word and we hope to see you all very soon for our future event insha'Allah.

(Samira and Bouchra from Chic Hijabs)

Glitz & Glamour Fashion Show and Dinner featuring Hijablicious!!

2011-11-30T04:23:00.000-08:00

Event of the year ladies, come and join us for a night of fashion, food and charity organised by Islamic Help.

The night will have a souk area, a 3 course meal, and a fashion show in which we will be featured. Our show will include a 'Day to Night' theme showcasing styles from casual to evening wear, and will be our first one so it is not to be missed!!

More importantly, the event will be raising money for charity and specifically for children with cleft lip & palate and also acid attack survivors. The Charity is well known, and has worked previously with acid survivor and ex-model Katie Piper, who is the ambassador for the cause.

Details on how to book are on the poster. If you see us, be sure to come say hi! :)

RSVP on the facebook page here

November Giveaway

2011-11-27T09:05:00.000-08:00

It is that time of the month again, where we offer one lucky reader a stunning product from one of our sponsors.

This month we have one lovely handmade signature pin from the Inayah Collection up for grabs. These pins are the perfect addition to a scarf, especially for an occasion and add that little bit of sparkle and glamour. The winner gets to pick their favourite one from the picture below.

How to enter

1) 'Like' the Inayah Collection Facebook Fan Page

2) Subscribe you AND one friend to Our Newsletter (top right hand side of this website)
(If you are already subscribed, subscribe two friends)

3) Once you have done this let us know by commenting here, and you will be entered for a chance to win a pin of your choice from the above range.

4) Giveaway closes at 12pm 4th December 2011. We will not accept any entries after that time.

5) The Winner will be Announced soon After and chosen at Random.

Note: We will cross-check to ensure you have fulfilled the entry requirements.

So what are you waiting for ladies, get entering!!! :)

Top Picks-Primark

2011-11-24T14:06:00.000-08:00

Okay so to make your shopping trips a bit more less stressful, we thought we would have a go at picking our top items from our favourite stores. Due to the cold wintery season, we are looking at the latest Autumn/Winter 2011 Collections, and what other store better to start with then Primark!

Affordable, and most of the time, bang on trend, Primark gives you a high end look for less. Saying that however, we have noticed Primark's prices rising slowly over the years, but compared to most stores, it still can land the savvy shopper with a good bargin.

So without further ado here are our *Top Picks*

(This list is correct at this moment in time, prices could go down in sale and all stores may not stock all the items)

The Detail

Faux Fur Hat With Ears £5

Limited Edition 30’s Sleep Jacket £23

Turquoise Fur Collar Coat £35

Bow Tie Plazzo Pants £14

Mustard Trim Shirt £12

Lace Up Black Boots £25 (TBC)

Ladylike Top Handle Bag £10

Which Ones are your Favourite and Why?

Rabia Z's collection sizzles in New York

2011-11-20T12:50:00.000-08:00

Many of you know may know about Rabia Z, and if you don't your definitely missing out! We were invited to the private screening of her new Spring/Summer 2012 collection in New York, however due us being based in London this was not unfortunately possible.

Fear not though folks, for we have pictures of the catwalk show (via Getty Images) which are absolutely stunning. The clothes are modern yet ethnic, western yet with a hint of the east, reflective of both her Afghan and Arab heritage. You can see the Afghan influence in the embroidery on the necks of some of the dresses which come from traditional tribal wear and Rabia Z herself wore this look and looked fantastic.

The show was organised in Casa Le Femme, an Egyptian venue in NY. Its beautiful decor added a touch of Eastern and Arabian flavour, and setting an atmosphere perfect for the collection. The models walked through the audience who looked relaxed seated in tables surrounded by beduin tents.

These are our favourite looks from the show:

Visit the whole collection in our facebook album here, and do leave a comment letting us know which styles are your favourite and why!

Ladies Night Party...Time to Let your Hair and Hijab Down !!!

2011-11-19T14:11:00.000-08:00

For the Fourth year, promising to be bigger and better the hottest party in town returns to London!
Strictly ladies only, this event provides women to go a wee bit crazy, dress up and have some fun in a secure environment. Kitted out with a dj (who is in a separate room), the evening consists of a non-alcoholic champagne reception, 3 course meal with tea and coffee, and a dance floor!! This year there will also be stalls selling lots of goodies including scarves, jewelerry, and other accessories.

The party is run by the crew at Ivy Entertainment and is always meticulously organised, and is also collaborating with a charity by the name of Kisme Yok Mu? ( Is anybody there?)
So what is there not to like? I have been for two years running and it is safe to say it is one of the few times you get to get our heels out, scarves off, hair down and have a fantastic evening. So don't miss out!

What you need to know

Date: 2nd December 2011

Venue: Regency Banqueting Suite, 113 Bruce Grove, London, N17 6UR.

Time: 6pm-12am

Payment: £30 to be paid prior to the event. For information on how to click here

Join the facebook group to find out more information and to register attendance.

We will be there, and hope to see you there too!!!

Very Best of Versace for H&M

2011-11-16T06:40:00.000-08:00

So I woke up today with the biggest toothache ever, and had to take the day of work to fit in a trip to the dreaded dentist! Feeling rather miserable I began to go through my emails on my blackberry (Yes teamBB!!) and came across an email alert from H&M about the new collection by Versace that is to be released in stores tommorrow.

Although I had heard briefly about it before, and saw the TV ad (below) I didn't really realise that the collection was actually quite affordable until clicking on the link and seeing the collection on the website.

I am not a particularly crazy fan of designer wear mainly because I would find it hard to part with so much money for one item ( if I had the money that is!!) and also apart from say a handbag, I think clothes would be something I would wear for a short period and then get bored of!

I was pleasantly surprised then, when seeing the collection there was actually some cute stuff that I could actually see myself wearing. The leather jackets, and dresses are delish but for me the scarves, fur gillet and bags have to be the highlight of the collection.

Fur is really in this season and even the low end shops like Primark have their prices up to like £15-20 so for £39.99 for this gorgeous one doesn't seem so bad. I love the fastening detail!!

I also loveeee the scarves and can really see this one worn with a smart work outfit around the neck or with tied around my hair. I have a weakness for this print and have loads of scarves with it, but this colour comb is lush! This is £24.99

And then the BAGS!! There are quite a few in the Versace collection but I am loving the gold and black one (£99) and the pink one looks quite funky too (£69.99)

I don't think I am going to be able to get to H&M tommorrow as I have to work (*sob*) and there is not a flagship store next to me that is close enough to run to, especially if there is a long que. However you can purchase online at 1 item per customer .

Finally here are some of the dresses that I liked:

If you do want to go to the store these are the ones that will be selling the collection :

Belfast
Queens Building
Birmingham
Bullring Shopping Centre
Brighton
181-185 Western Road
Cardiff
19 Grand Arcade, Unit MSU08 St Davids Centre
Edinburgh
41-43 Princes Street
Glasgow
Buchanan Galleries
Kent
Unit 5 Upper Thames Walk
Leeds
129-132 Briggate
Liverpool
9-15 Church Street
London
103-111 Kensington High Street
17-21 Brompton Road
174-176 Oxford Street East
234 Regent Street
360-366 Oxford Street West
Brent Cross Shopping Centre
H&M Selfridges
Oxford Circus
Westfield Shopping Centre
Westfield Stratford City
Manchester
68-70 Market Street
Trafford Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne
42 Northumberland Street

The whole collection can be viewed here

Will you be going into H&M? What are your favourite pieces and why? Let us know by commenting below!

Charity ♥ Fashion: 'Smoky Not Smudgy' 2011

2011-11-09T13:40:00.000-08:00

Design By Nisaa

A week or two ago I posted a link to a event hosted by the girls at Imperial College London, called Smoky Not Smudgy. I went along on Saturday (despite the trauma of the London Underground on a weekend!) to cover the catwalk show, mingle with the crowd and see what was new in the world of modest fashion. Needless to say the event was incredibly successful and full of lots of fashionistas, while featuring some of the UK's leading designers in modest-wear, a Souk area with everything from scarves, pins, jewellery, and delicious cakes and sweets. In another corner others were offering massages, henna designs and many other pampering delights, which was quite apt especially since Eid was the next day!

Design by Dina Toki-o

The fashion show was the main feature of the event, and took a lot of organising and planning. I walked in an hour before the show to steal a good spot for my camera and I saw the girls were still rehearsing on the stage, which emphasises the amount of effort which had gone into its production even until the very last minute.

The show featured designers Emma Amaofo, Nisaa, Ayeda Couture, ZnZ Abaya, Morrocan Kaftans by Mirriam Kaissi and finally Dina Toki-o. The clothes were modeled by beautiful volunteers who strutted their stuff perfectly and gave the show a professional edge.

These are a selection of my favourite designs from the show, to view the whole collection please visit our facebook album HERE.

Moroccan Kaftans

Design by ZnZ Abaya

Design By Ayeda Couture

Design by Emma Amaofo

Finally, a big thank you and well done to the organisers who made this fantastic event possible and ever more better, managed to raise a considerable amount of money for charity. A specific mention goes to Ruby, Minaal, Nida, Aemun, Musarat, and Salma.

Barjis London Makes a Roaring Debut At Dubai Fashion Week!

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I absolutely LOVE the way the Barjis Show got underway at Dubai Fashion Week, with the first model arriving on stage on a Harley-Davidson motorbike!!

Fabulous entrance.... fabulous clothes, what more could you ask for!!

Smoky Not Smudgy, Will you be there?

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We cant wait for this event, which will be held as part of Charity Week by the Imperial College team. Featuring stalls, makeovers, henna, beauty and a fashion show with the hottest designers in town, its an event not to be missed. The Hijablicious Team will be there covering the whole event and keeping an eye out for the best fashionistas! Best dressed with appear on our blog and facebook page. If your there, watch our for us, we'll be with a camera and a smile so come say hi!!!

For more information on the event please check out the link: http://smokynotsmudgy.webstarts.com/index.html

Hope to See you there!! :)

The New Collection by Barjis = Exciting!!

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These are some sneak peaks of the new collection by label Barjis, and we are so excited to see what else is to come. The company was founded in 2000 by Barjis Chohan, who will be showcasing her stunning new collection at Dubai Fashion Week 2011, and what’s more, Hijablicious will be showing it all straight from the catwalk.

What we love about Barjis so far is it is London based (yess we have talent!) and made for real women, and completely 100% wearable instead of crazy unrealistic designs which lets face it, we wouldn't be seen dead in! Barjis states that 'I design clothes not costumes and I am catering for women who would like to look feminine and stylish but not look like a Christmas tree', and we couldn't agree more with this ethos!

Keep your eyes peeled for the new collection straight from Dubai Fashion Week!!

Dine and Design 2011- Event CANCELLED

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DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES WE HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED THAT THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.

For the second year running, this exciting event returns and promises to be a fantastic evening full of fashion, entertainment and most importantly, raising money for charity.

Organised by a dedicated team in conjunction with Muslim Hands, Dine and Design hopes to create awareness of the plight of women in Afghanistan, a war ravaged country which is one of the worst places on the planet to be female. The money will specifically go towards supporting a maternal health clinic, which desperately needs the money.

The event will be hosted by the lovely Muneera from Poetic Pilgrimage, and ex-MTV host Kristiane Backer and features catwalk shows, a 3 course Afghan meal (YUM!) as well as an opportunity to mingle and network with other girls and women, and do what we do best, chit chat!!! So there is no excuse not to attend (unless you live on the other side of the world and then you can be excused!), dress up, get your heels on, have a great night whilst making a difference.

For more information about the event, please visit, www.dine-and-design.co.uk or if you would like to contact the team email them on dineanddesign1@gmail.com

Alternatively visit their Facebook page here.

What you need to know:

Date: Saturday 19th November 2011Venue: Ivory Mansion, 619 High Road, Leytonstone, London E11 4PA
Doors open: 4pm
Tickets can be purchased HERE
Adult: £15 Child (under 16): £10
Strictly no boys over the age of 8
NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR

IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND YOU CAN STILL DONATE HERE