International Women’s Day // My Middle Eastern Muses
In honor of International Women’s Day, I wanted to highlight some Middle Eastern women who’ve greatly inspired me. Although women of all backgrounds are deserving of praise and recognition, these were and are the women who rose to great heights…
When Your GPS Sends You to the Wrong Location // U.S. Sailors End up in Iran’s Waters
I woke up this morning and saw that Obama is taking questions via twitter again #POTUS — then I saw that the hashtag #IHaveADreamFor2016 is trending — I took the opportunity to express my vision: #IHaveADreamFor2016 to live in a world…
What Does Your Neighbor Think of You? // Muslims in America
On the Independent Journal, I came across a story of this young Muslim man’s dining experience at Olive Garden in Georgia. What Eslam S. Mohamed, with the other Muslim families, experienced on Christmas Eve is something beautiful. A sweet holiday storyツ good for…
Happy Birthday to the Legendary Shohreh ♡ آهنک تولدت مبارک
If you’re Persian or in any way admire the Iranian world of songs and poems — then the name Shohreh Solati means something to you — she’s an icon for Persian women and a living legend — The Queen Of Persian Pop Music…
It’s The Night Before Christmas at Litchfield Prison // Orange Is the New Black
Merry Christmas Eve! It’s almost the night before Christmas and to celebrate the cast of Orange Is the New Black shares their own rendition of the classic tale “The Night Before Christmas” — adding their own style with new lyrics and an intense…
If It Happened To Me, It Can Happen To You // Being Muslim
In light of the awful tragedies in France, Beirut, and Afghanistan (but really France cuz white people care about that more), I want to share this with you. If it happened to me, it can happen to you. Last night, my…
10 Profound Films That Just Happen To Be By and/or About Women Of Color
Women of color have repeatedly been used by directors to create a drama/traumatic filled narrative that will do well in the box office. Their main focus being to showcase the otherness and hardships in a colored woman’s life so that…
King Tut Giveaway // Experience the Discovery of King Tut Exhibition Before It Opens to the Public!
Hey Doosts! Next week I’m going to attend “The Discovery of King Tut” exhibition in NYC — I’m beyond excited — and want to share the same experience with you! So it’s #GiveAway time! You may have heard all the…
But You Don’t Look Afghan?
Oh, that skin-crawling, gut-wrenching, piss-off of a statement myself and my countrymen get from time to time. One time, I got, “But you’re not dark.” Ok moron. Look, I know the media makes us all look the same. I know…
The Mean Girls of Afghanistan by Madinah
Last month I came across a PHENOMENAL & INTELLECTUAL writer Madinah from www.BurqasAndBeer.com. She’s a “first generation Afghan-American living in Los Angeles.” and she’s mastered the way of thoughtfully expressing herself. I love how she has kept an open mind and heart with all subjects…
A Rose to Help the Children // Kate Stoltz Gift to You
I admire the direction that the leaders of our generation are evolving towards. A direction where inspiration thrives and more and more people do things out of passion, for a cause, and for the long term effects rather than doing it the quick…
A Conversation About Afghanistan, Intention and Life With Musician Qais Essar
The first time I heard about Qais Essar was when my cousin in San Francisco gave me a rare, once-in-a-blue-moon phone call. We talked about how we legitimately believe all moms are magical and about the frivolities in our lives when she…
Halloween Costume Ideas for Your Furry Friend // LazyBonezz’ Howl-o-Ween Pawty for Pups & Dogs
Wondering what to dress your furry pup in this Halloween? We picked up some great tips this week — think collaboration themes, Disney, Sherlock Holmes, or put your pup on the throne they deserve. On Wednesday evening, with just a…
David Fin ║ The Best Necktie Option ║ Italian Style with a Purpose
I’ve learned that when it comes to neckties, whether it’s for business or personal use, wearing the right tie can earn a lot of respect for the man who’s wearing it. As a kid, my dad wouldn’t wear just any tie and as…
Welcome to The Pantry by Amy’s Bread ║ Located in NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen
Any New Yorker knows that their city is the maker of some of the finest breads and bakeries. In this fun filled city, there’s many mom & pop shops that bring out the best in their flour but one of…
I Watched My Hometown Burn to the Ground From 500 Miles Away and There Was Nothing I Could Do
Northern California: It all started Saturday afternoon. A fire started and it rapidly spread to 40,000 acres by Sunday morning. What was a bunch of peaceful hamlets were now burned or burning and the rest were a place for evacuees. By…
NYFW: My Animal Spirit is a Tribal Panda ║ Street Style & Fashion Tips
This week I got to play in my city with a few of my favorite things like street style, rooftops, and that 70s era! If you look back in history of the women who are most memorable and most…
Meet the Stunning Aliah Banchik & See Her Top Tips for Make-Up in this Video Tutorial
Recently I had the pleasure of meeting 10 strong hearted and passionate young entrepreneurs ♡ aspiring fashion entrepreneurs with the heart and courage to make a positive mark on this world. I was asked to speak to the advanced class during…
Vegan & Gluten Free Recipe Tips by the ‘Substitute Teacher’
An Vo presents her Organic Designer Desserts in NYC. With a lifetime of indulging in her sweet tooth and 5 years of baking, the founder of the Organic Designer Desserts, invited me and Tia Rudd, the Gluten-Free Princess, into her world in one…
100 Facts About the Legendary Lucille Ball to Celebrate What Would Have Been Her 100th Birthday
There are a collected few women who’ve changed our perception today by fighting for equality, acceptance, and an extraordinary life. Though today we recognize them as legends and icons, in their own time, they were far from that word. But…