The Best And Most Popular Muslim Last Names

Last names are the part of the name of the person that is usually associated with a person’s family, cultural value or religion. It is considered as the part of the personal name of the person that helps identify which culture or religion that specific person is from. Muslims have very specific last names. Some … Read more

Style Spied: Hanna Faridl from Jakarta

Hanna’s style has gone through an evolution of change, from an admiration for unique vintage pieces to classically practical outfits. This was simply due to the fact that the Jakarta-based editor went through the physical change of becoming a mother. She started wearing clothes that were practical and allowed her to feel free, especially choosing … Read more

Does Islam Need Feminism?

Amani Alkhat wonders if Islam and feminism can work together. Feminism. In many Muslim communities, the word rolls off the tongue with a bitter aftertaste. And amongst the women of these communities, a stigma surrounds the movement with an especially unique reception. My issue with feminism is that its movement has been dominated by white, middle-class … Read more

Maha Abdo: Tapping Women’s Strengths from Within

Muslim women can create great change in their communities and at a wider societal level when they put their heads together. Amal Awadspeaks to Maha Abdo, who has led the charge over the last two decades. Maha Abdo doesn’t like talking about herself. The well-respected CEO of the Muslim Women’s Association (MWA), based in Sydney, … Read more

Style Spied: Zahra’a Ashkanani from Kuwait

Zahra’a exudes sophistication with her take on Middle Eastern fashion fusion. By Shea Rasol. A Kuwaiti law student with a sophisticated fashion sense, Zahra’a shows us how fusing Middle Eastern style with a Western touch can go a long way. Even amongst the rising number of fashion trendsetters around the world, it’s easy to see why … Read more