2011 Resolution :)

Salamo Aalikom (Peace upon you) all!
Al Hamdulil Allah I consider myself a positive and optimistic person (most of the time ;)) ...and with only few hours left in 2010 ...am looking forward to 2011! Most importantly I have been working on my "New Year's Resolution” list :))

Truth to be said, few years back I wasn't good at getting any of the tasks/resolutions done...but Al Hamdulil Allah…for the past 2-3 years I managed to write down challenging but achievable goals on my resolution list AND get most of them done! :)
I am still working on my new list...but would love to share with you most of my beauty, health and fashion resolutions :)

I'll be posting the name of the resolution and my practical steps to get it accomplished...and would love to hear your thoughts if you agree or disagree (or have a different experience you'd like to share :) )
Stay tuned: New Year's Resolution Series- Part 1: The Muslim Sunni-wood Smile! :))) Hehee :)

It's Voting Time! Make Me Win :))

Salamo Aalikom Everyone :)

I asking you all to vote for me at the 2010 Best Blog Award . This award comes from http://awards.sisterswhoblog.com/, a social network website for Muslim sisters around the world who are interested in blogging. Competition is pretty tough so help me win! :)

So Plz Vote For Me :
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Voting time : 29th-31th of Decemeber
Thanx! :))

New Year's Resolution!

Salamo Aalikom (Peace be upon you) to all of you fashionistas :))
With only a few days left for the new year, most of us are getting our "2011 New Year's Resolution" list written down/updating the old one (or is it just me?heheee) ...I would love to hear some of your New Year's Resolution (especially if they are related to looks,beauty,hair..).
Comment on this post or send me an email at modnmod at yahoo.com :))

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Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Must-Have Series (Part3) : Cardigans, cardigans and more cardigans!!!

Cardigens were really in for the past 3 seasons...this season they are still SOOOOO in but with a bit of a twist! lol

Floral Cardigans :

 Printed Cardigans:

Jacquard Cardigans :



Chic Cardigan :

          

Hope you like this post, please share and comment ;)))

Winter 2011 Top Fashion Trends!

Hijab-Friendly Holiday/Wedding Season Outfits :))

When it comes to weddings or special occasions, most of the time it's really difficult to find something elegant, chic, Hijab-friendly ,suits the occasion and simple! So when I found this amazing dress ( by Mango) I was like "Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyy! At last!"...had to share it with u girls :))) and just for the record it looks much better in real life than in photos!heheee

Dress : Mango

Scarf : ZARA

Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Must-Have Series (Part2) :Biker-Look!

I never thought I could experiment with black leather/ biker-style jackets...it just isn't my style...BUT this season I decided to think out of the box and try new things that were "No-No" before...so here is what I came up with! :) Enjoy!

The cross-over black leather bag with chains or studs and a chain-like necklace are essential for the look.     

I thought of using a yellow pashmina to brighten up the look and matches well with the yellow flowers (in the dress)  :)

Hope you like it!

Dress : H&M

Boots & Necklace & Bag : Monsoon

Leather Jacket : Zara

 

Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Must-Have Series (Part1) : Leopard Attack!

I think all of you fashionistas noticed that Leopard print/pattern is available in each and every store you walk in.
My advice is to use only one leopard print item at a time and keep the rest of the look plain and simple. If you aren't a very big fan of this pattern, then use leopard pattern accessories (shoes, scarf or go funky and try a hat) to get the trendy, up-to-date look without overspending :))
Stay tuned! I'll be posting how I used a leopard print item to update my wardrobe ;)

Scarf : H&M

The rest : ZARA

DIY Pedicure :)

Step 1 :
 Soak your feet in a soothing foot bath of lemon slices and warm water. Pat dry and make sure you dry between your toes carefully after bathing.

  

Step 2 :
Use the flat side of a pumice stone to get rid of hard skin on the soles of your feet. Don't rub too vigorously- a gentle rubbing is fine.

Step 3 :
Trim your nails with nail clippers. You should always cut them straight across, to prevent in-growing toe nails.

Step 4 :
Using an emery board, file nails smooth .File from the outer corners inwards until you get them the shape you want.

Step 5 :
Use an orange stick tipped with cotton wool to clean under your nails. Ease back the cuticles gently.

Step 6 :
Option 1 : Massage body lotion into your feet  and toe nails. Work upwards towards your ankles and calves.
Option 2 : You could try a foot mask. Massage the mask on, watch your favourite T.V show then rinse off.

An Extra Tip :
If you are suffering from very dry soles, apply a thick/heavy moisturizer ( Cocoa Butter based) or Olive oil and wear cotton socks through the night. Result GUARANTEED!

Recommended Products : ( All by Lush Handmade Cosmetics)

Fair Trade Foot Lotion 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pied De Pepper  

Volcano Foot Mask

Outstanding Beige Boots!

Outstanding beige boots from Bershka , perfect for the Autumn/Winter season.

Egyptian Girls Win A EGP 5000 Voucher From Vero Moda!

    

Miss Fashionista is a competition you do not want to miss out on. Egyptian girls, this is your chance to win a EGP 5000 voucher from Vero Moda. Register for more information and your chance to win! http://www.facebook.com/VeroModa?v=app_10339498918  

Islamic Design House Competition - Egypt :)))

كل يوم عبايه

مجانا لشخص محظوظ لمده 10 ايام  

هنختار 10من اعضاء الجروب الخاص بنا على

...الفيس بوك لمدة 10 ايام ومفاحأتنا هى عبايه مجانا

لمن يقع عايه الاختيار وللأشتراك معنا

وعلى شان تكون واحد من المحظوظين

 

1 – تغيير صوره البروفايل الخاصه بك لمده

10 ايام بالصوره اللى موجوده على بروفايل اسلاميك ديزاين هاوس

: تنزل النص

ده على الصفحه بتاعتك -2

Islamic design house

احتفالا بمرور سنه لاسلاميك ديزاين هاوس

على الفيس بوك

وبلوغ عدد الاعضاء 40000

مفاجأة سيلك روت 10 عبايات مجانا لمدة 10

ايام (سيلك روت تزينك بالثقه)

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وبعد الانتهاء من هذه الخطواط يرجى ارسال

ايميل لنا باللينك الخاص ببروفايلك على

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Indian Essence :))

Outfit inspired by the Indian culture. Hope you like it :)

Tunic : Monsoon
Trousers and Cardigan : Ruche
Scarf and Teeka : Pearl Daisy
Shoes : H&M

Global Pink Hijab Day 27th of October :))

Salamo Aalikom to all my lovely sisters and fashionistas out there :)
Today is the "Global Pink Hijab Day" ...today we support,donate to and raise awarness about one of the most vicious diseases; Breast Cancer. Pink Hijab Day is designed to encourages Muslim women (and men) to participate in Breast Cancer awareness activities.The event also encourages the curious to ask Muslim women about their Hijabs, or Islamic headscarves.
All over the world, Muslims participated by wearing pink hijabs, pink ribbons, and donating to breast cancer foundations.
I pray to Allah that He (SWT) will protect all of us and grant us a healthy , productive life enshaa Allah.
 
http://www.pinkhijabday.net/ 

I'll leave you now with a cute video done by Ryerson Muslim Students Association- Ryerson University..Enjoy :))
 

Relaxed/Weekend Outfits

More outfits!

A Formal/Chic Look

Hope you like it ;)

Coat & Boots : Monsoon

Clutch: Zara   

Pants : Warehouse  

Scarf: Pearl Daisy 

Dressed Up Hijab Tutorial !

Salamo Aalikom Sisters! :))
Wasn't planning to blog today but couldn't help myself after watching this very,very elegant hijab tutorial (not to mention how easy it is to do) done by our very talented,creative fashionista and fashion designer sister Hana Tajima-Simpson, founder of Maysaa .






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Website : http://www.maysaa.com/

If you like this post don't forget to share,like and comment ;) Love ya! xxx

Latest Buys And What I Wore To Breakfast Yesterday :))

A number of sisters sent me emails requesting to share my latest buys, so here you go girls! :))

1) Puff sleeve shirt :  Puff-sleeved shirts are all over the place as you all know.

Paris Hilton in a puff-sleeved shirt


 At the beginning of this trend I wasn't really a fan of it because it reminded me the 80's puff sleeves (which I HATED but HAD to wear because my mum thought it looked really chic and trendy on me ggggggrrrrrrrhhhh!). I changed my mind the moment my eyes fell on this super cute demin shirt at Femi9 :))))

 2) Sunglasses : Over-sized sunglasses are still super fashionable, so I got a new pair from Vera Moda.

                                                                                                                                     

3) Silk Scarf:

 Actually I got this scarf to match with my new shirt.I got it from Accessorize and because am REALLY obsessed with the idea of turbans , I bought a mini tube shirt (a bra-like shirt) from Bershka and combined it with the scarf to add a turban-like effect.

                          

    

 4) Ruffle Bag : Got this adorable beige ruffled bag from Saki Bags ( By Bubble Handmade Products) to complete the look ;)

Now for the final look ! Taraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!And this is what I wore yesterday while having breakfast with my mumi :))                    

 This is a wooden flower brooch I got from Parfois more than a year ago but never used..matched perfectly! :)))                                                                          

If you liked my buys and how I combined everything together plz do leave a comment :))) Thanx !             

Oh yea! and if you wanna share your cute outfits plz do email me and I'll post your (altered) photo with the sisters! :))

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http://www.veromoda.com/

http://www.parfois.com/

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Boost Your Hair Colour Naturally! :)

Brunettes :

What you need:
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon apple cider vingar

What to do:
Whisk ingredients into a paste. Shampoo hair, squeeze out the water , and apply the mask. Keep it on for 2 to 3 minutes.
Drape a towel around your neck to prevent the mask from dripping, as it may stain skin temporarily. Rinse , then style as usual.

Blondes:

What you need :
1 lemon
1 raw potato
1/2 cup chamomile tea (left to cool to room temperature)

What to do:
Squeeze the juice from the lemon.Grate the potato and blend with the lemon to form a paste.Add the tea and stir. Shampoo, then spread the mask throughout hair, massaging lightly.Cover your head with a shower cap or plastic wrap, then lightly heat with a hair dryer for 2 to 3 minutes. Rinse, then style as usual

Redheads:

What you need:
3 medium carrots
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons yogurt
1/2 cup cranberries (optional)

What to do :
Finely chop raw carrots in food processor or blender,add cranberries if using, and make a coarse paste.
Add yogurt and honey , then mix well. Shampoo, then spread the mask throughout hair,massaging lightly.
Keep it on for 1 to 2 minutes and rinse.Style as usual .

How to Tie a Turban Video :)

Hope you'll like it enshaa Allah and hope you'll comment on it :))

Turbans-The New Trend

Salamo Aalikom Sisters! :) If you are a true fashionista, you'll probably know that turbans are everywhere! From Ralph Lauren show to Queen Tuanku Nur Zahirah and HH Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser :)

As a Hijabi we could look very elegant wearing a turban, however I have to say we must do some alteration to be Islamically acceptable! Turbans don't cover the neck so we have to do some effort in order to adapt this trend :)

This post will include photos of turbans worn in fashion shows and by public figures. I'll be posting later 2 more posts concerning turbans too; first would be a video and the second will be an Islamic tutorial on how to wear a turban. Hope you'll like it, enjoy it and comment on it enshaa Allah :)

                                                  Ralph Lauren

 

Queen Tuanku Nur Zahirah

  

HH Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser