Although I have nothing against the very best of sensible Western clothing (after all, turtlenecks are indispensable during harsh New England winters), there’s nothing I like more than a dash of ethnic flair in my wardrobe. And for me, the perfect combination of ethnic-inspired style, comfort and modesty is the tunic.
The tunic first came to me as a gift from my relatives in South Asia. Calling it a kurta top, my aunts raved that it was the newest clothing sensation that all the girls my age in India and Bangladesh were wearing. With its long sleeves, loose-fitting feel, soft material [...]

This is such an awesome poem! It’s too bad that the author is unknown. She’s very talented and has basically voiced the thoughts that are on the mind of every hijabi.
What do you see when you look at me?
Do you see someone limited, or someone free?
All some people can do is just look and stare,
Simply because they can’t see my hair.
Others think I am controlled and uneducated;
They think that I am limited and not liberated.
They are so thankful that they are not me,
Because they would like to remain ‘free.’
Well, free isn’t exactly the word I would’ve used,
Describing women who [...]