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Top 5 Unique Eid Gifts for The Stylish Set
Eid al-Adha- the holiest Muslim holiday- is celebrated in the United States on September 12th this year. Eid al-Adha is known as the 'feast of sacrifice' and commemorates the day when prophet Abraham was going to sacrifice his son but was instructed by God to offer an animal instead. The festival traditionally lasts for four days but that varies by country-this year in Turkey it will last nine days. The date the Eid celebration starts is decided by authorities in Saudi Arabia. They confirm the actual dates of the Muslim festival- and the pilgrimage to Hajj in Mecca -on September 1 based on the sighting of the moon. In the Islamic calendar Eid al-Adha is celebrated 10 days later. This is the second of the Eid holidays and marks the end of Hajj.
"The Hajj is the pilgrimage to Mecca, Islam's holiest site, and is an integral part of the Muslim faith. According to the Koran, all Muslims who can afford to should make the journey to Saudi Arabia at least once in their lifetime. Every year, at least two million will make the pilgrimage, circle the Kaaba, a shrine built by Ibrahim, and pray to Allah. The prophet Muhammad said that a person who performs Hajj properly "will return as a newly born baby [free of all sins]"." The Week
The celebration of Eid is a public holiday that involves animal sacrifice, prayers and public gatherings. The family and friends exchange food and gifts and they are also required to share with the poor and the needy so they can celebrate as well.
Here’s our top 5 unique gift picks for your stylish loved ones celebrating Eid.
HIM
Men love gifts too and the Wolf Eyes Beard Oil made by Homme Bound is a winner. To start, it’s crafted with the highest quality and proprietary fragrance oil and vitamin B complex- all amazing for taking care of the beard. It’s a woody and masculine fragrance with citrus, cardamom and musk. Free of all the naughties like phthalates and alcohol and never used with or on animals. To top it off it’s halal, kosher and vegan. Boom. Feel free to use a little on yourself ladies- a little oil is good for the skin too.
A Canadian company, Homme Bound is a celebration of style, diversity and unity amongst men. At Homme Bound we believe that a man's beard is more than just facial hair - It is a symbol reflective of his personality, identity, and way of life.
HER
From fitness to modest fashion we have your gal covered. The Mandala Reflection Top from Mumine Activewear has a gorgeous, reflective mandala print on the back of the perfect-red workout shirt. Made from their GO-dri fabric that keeps you cool and dry during your hardest workouts. Modest fashion meets fitness baby!
Every glamorous gal needs a little halal lip color once she's showered and ready to celebrate. We love a matte lip and the ones from Tuesday in Love are the perfect formula. "Dubai" is our go-to red. A creamy texture with a lightweight finish AND halal, you can't miss with these so hey, give her two!
THE CRIB
No home is complete without something special to give it a chilly vibe. As your guest come by to celebrate, fill the air with the scent of patchouli, coconut and vanilla with the Mecca candle from Jboutiq. Mecca (Makkah in Arabic) is the center of the Islamic world and the birthplace of both the Prophet Muhammad and the religion he founded so we find it the perfect gift to honor this Eid holiday.
The hamsa in Islam it is known as the hand of Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima and symbolizes patience, loyalty, faith and resistance against difficulties. This beautiful and modern hamsa rendition from Cemment is made from concrete and covered in gold leaf. Beautiful inside or outside the home, the hamsa is a constant reminder that your home is protected.
Masha'Allah. FAITHHAUS
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Modest Fashion: There's Something For Everyone
Modest Fashion- Yes, There’s Something For Everyone
In case you missed it there's a new kind of fashion buzz and it's modest. No nudity? What-cover up the body?!?! Yes, and it's fun. Modest fashion has typically been associated with religious principles. It still is but it's also a new fashion movement about women saying guess what, we can be beautiful without overt sexuality in the way we dress (sorry, Kardashian fans). It's being captured by the religious faithful and the fashion faithful. Here's what the media is saying...
"one of the modest community's biggest icons — an unofficial spokesperson, even — is one of the most recognizable celebrities in the world: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge." Zahra Aljabri, Refinery 29
"They (MimuMaxi) grew up religious and keeping to Jewish standards of modesty (covered elbows, knees and collarbones) but struggled to balance fashion and faith. Now they have customers who aren't religious but believe dressing modestly is a way to assert female empowerment and self-confidence." USA Today
"There was a void in the Muslim community for modest clothing—we're always buying things from overseas—and to have it made available and not just have modest clothing but have it be affordable and fashionable." Ibtithaj Muhammad, NY Mag
"In 2010, she started a Facebook page called Fabologie to highlight modest looks on fashion runways. Five years later, it has evolved into a blog with 100,000 monthly readers." Adi Heyman,TechInsider
Here's a look at some of our favorite designers..
ACTIVEWEAR
Mumine Activewear and Unorthodox Hijabs are two of our favorites. Focusing on function and fashion within the modest active market they inspire women all over to work out. Period. All the while with contemporary colors and no attention to active- detail left out. They did it.
DAY-TO-DAY
From Indian designers to Jewish and Muslim designers to Christian bloggers, everyday wear is has been modernized and is fashion-forward. Beautiful construction, clean and modern lines, and classic colors blur the lines between religion and the garment district. This could be the latest in Yohji Yamamoto or what today is known as modest fashion. Modestologie, Fabologie, Ruh Collective, Mimu Maxi and ModeSte are a few of the big names and the latest words on modest fashion.
DESIGNER (MODEST) FASHION
Who's influencing who? It's an industry secret for sure but designers this year decided to cover it up a bit-and have clearly been influenced by faith. Hemant & Nandita blend their Indian traditions with contemporary style. Dolce & Gabbana are no strangers to religion. With Sicilian roots, you see the Virgin Mary, the Madonna and crucifixes woven into their collections almost annually. This year they were inspired by Muslim garb and debuted a line of abayas that fashionistas globally have made wardrobe staples. Not to be left behind Gucci manages to include inspired symbolism in their designs and Zimmerman is downright heavenly with their latest collection. Leave it to Princess Kate to continually portray a fashionably modest woman who is on the top of every designers list.
At FH we respect faith and we respect fashion. We love the challenge of taking on the new trends with an open and creative outlook. We are believers.
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Meet The Maker: Modest Sportswear For the Modern Woman
MUMINE ACTIVEWEAR: A PROFILE
"Our goal is to inspire every woman to live an active lifestyle, to empower women to lead her best life through active living.
We aim to provide functional yet trendy activewear without compromising your beliefs."Many people question why would someone have to cover up so much of their body to work out, to swim, to live their life. We don't believe that's a question to ask but an ideal to honor as everyone's faith has its own rituals. Having faith doesn't mean you fall off the fashion bandwagon. Mumine Activewear gives women a fun and fashion-forward option for the modest woman-from athletes to those just getting off the couch. We wanted to know the inspiration behind owner Jessica's motivation and she gave us some very inspirational answers...
-What is your definition of faith?
My definition of faith is believing in God even if you can not see Him, having faith gives you hope and belief in the goodness and kindness of all mankind.
-How would you define spirituality?
Finding your inner peace, with yourself and with the world, a sense of well-being and intuitive guidance.
-Would you consider yourself spiritual or faithful? Or is there a difference?
I consider myself more faithful but I am exploring the sense of spirituality to find that inner peace and well-being. Faith and spirituality go hand in hand as you can complement your faith with spirituality.
-Do you have specific rituals that you do in relation to your faith (meditation, prayer, celebrations, etc)?
As a Muslim, I pray 5 times a day. We have our yearly fasting that is coming very soon and celebrations regarding Ramadan and Eid Al-Adha. Besides that Islam is not only all about praying or fasting but is also a way of life that reflects on how to behave in a proper way through doing good deeds and seeking the pleasure of God that our souls can find true happiness and peace.
-Do you share your faith with others or keep it private?
My headscarf is the most important part that you can see regarding my faith.
-What’s your favorite thing about faith?
Knowing that if you do good, good will come to you and believing that every test is a blessing.
-Do you buy gifts, items for your house or items that you wear that are related to faith or spirituality?
I love headscarves in every color or print and in every size or style. A part of my closet is solely for my headscarves. (ok we MUST find out which brands Jessica loves!!)
-Do you have any funny stories related to faith?
Well, I am a convert born in Belgium and sometimes people ask me where I come from, so I tell them “from Belgium”, so they say: “okay but where are you originally from”. I say again “from Belgium”.
They say again, “yes okay, but where are your parents from”, I have to laugh and say I was born here, my parents are born here and even my great great grandparents are born here.They can’t seem to understand that part because I wear a headscarf. J
-Do you have any places that remind you of your faith or feel spiritual to you?
I love to travel to Turkey, they have such beautiful mosques with the most beautiful Islamic arts on the ceilings and walls. Visiting these mosques make one ponder life and our purpose in life.
Included a picture of my latest visit to the Sultan Ahmet mosque in Istanbul
-Did your faith influence you in business and/or what you are creating?
I have always loved sportswear, but the sportswear of today is all about showing. I do love the prints and special techniques that are used in the latest trends of active wear. We really love the designs of Lululemon and are a source of inspiration where our latest designs are based upon.
There are some sportswear brands that cater to Muslim women, but I couldn’t find something I really liked and would actually wear and feel good in. Most of them are frumpy or too short. I also love special designs and bright colors or bold prints. That’s something you don’t see in the modest sportswear of today. So I decided to create my own activewear with designs I would love to wear and that still is in compliance with my faith.
Thank you for your poignant point of view Jessica. We are in
with you & your modest sportswear. FH
with you & your modest sportswear. FH