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Who is Adlina Anis? - Part 1 Early Years
(The head tilt started early) I can remember as far back to when I was about 4-5 years old. We lived near the beach, about 15mins by foot, and we'll be watching my dad fish on the jetty. Those days, he could catch lobsters, baby sharks and lots of yellowtail scads (also known as Ikan Selar Kuning). We went fishing very often. There were 6 of us in the family and I grew up in a modest 3 room HDB (Singapore's public housing). I recall my dad waking up before dawn to go fish for the yellowtail scads, bring them home, clean and fry them as my mom prepares about 50 packets of Nasi Lemak so that my dad can bring them to his office and sell for extra money. I love her Nasi Lemak. Gotta convince her to cook more.  (Little brother and me) My dad had 3 jobs when we were growing up. But he's always around. Its like the only time he is away is when I was asleep. Cos I remember him cycling me to Nursery school, sitting in the weave basket propped in the middle of the bicycle. (Photo for illustration purpose only) We're always going on picnics every weekend. He'll bring us to Parkway Parade to play at the indoor Fun World (how many of you can remember Fun World?). My sister and I used to call him at his office every single day. "Hello, can we speak to Mr Anis please?" and then ask my dad the same question 4-5 times a day. "Ayah balk pukul berapa?" (Dad, what time will you be home today?) When I started Primary school, I remember him waiting for me outside the gates after school, even though our house was literally 2 mins away and had a birds eye view of the entire school. So even though we weren't well to do, we've never felt like we didn't have enough. An embarrassing fact to share; my dad would tuck us in to sleep and tell us a made up bedtime story or he'd make up a song and sang to us almost every night.....till I was about 12 years old. We're ever so thankful to have amazing parents and whenever someone asks me about who inspires me most, the answer will most definitely always be my dad. Oh the stories he would tell of his childhood. That in itself is a book waiting to be written. ( Fun World / Dad and me) Growing up, my dad has always told me that I was different from my siblings. My character that is. Ive always chosen to do things that are not mainstream. In Kindergarten, we had this end of the year performance and I was part of a group that had to dance to the 5 Stars Are Rising song from the National Day songs. We had to wear white gloves, wore white shirts and black skirts. We practiced almost everyday and I was excited to perform. But then one day, in the next class, I saw another group practicing and it looked way more exciting. It was like an aerobics ensemble with lots of kicking and punching and their outfits were nicer. So I tried to talk to my teacher into switching me to the other group. She refused because I would have to relearn everything and it would take a longer time. But I didn't care. I had to join the other group. I went home, talked my mother into going to the school and convince the teacher. Boy, do I sound like a brat. Anyway, that was the beginning. In primary school, most of the Malay girls would join Malay dance. I tried. It just wasn't me. I joined Chinese dance instead. The only Malay girl doing splits and putting her leg up behind her ears. Now I can't do a split to save my life. I had so many CCAs! I did swimming, harmonica, badminton and like a lot of girls, found their true calling in Netball. I loved my Primary school days. Even though the boys in class would tease me and made fun of my name, they called me Ugly Nuts (not because I was ugly (I think) but because my name was hard to pronounce), I would just brush them off and go about my day because boys will be boys but they're still nice to me (when they're not crying in class for getting teased themselves). I went about my days being oblivious to everything that was negative. (8 years old I think) Then secondary school came. And oh my god, was that a rude shock to my system. The story is long, so I shall save it for Part 2. Hope you guys liked reading this first part!Â
Learn moreSteal My Look: Strawberry Blossom
It has always been about comfort first for Adlina. Whether it's casual or glamorous, she ensures her ensemble for the day will not come in between practicality and ease of movement. Those factors coincide with dressing modestly, and therefore makes getting ready a breeze. Of course, that's subtracting the makeup process, because we can all agree it takes forever to perfect our eyebrows, and then some. For this look, Adlina chose a simple flowy blouse and a pair of straight cut pants that go beyond her feet, which by the way, creates an elongated illusion and therefore makes you appear taller than you are. Heels or wedges to add to the whole outfit doesn't hurt either. Besides, who wants to be tripping over their own pants, right? Protection is key, and so Adlina is seen her equipped with her trusted sunnies to beat the scorching sun. What's great is that it slips easily into the new Instant Draped Crystal Vizi Chiffon Shawl. Now, we did mention practicality and ease of movement, didn't we? If you'd like to steal Adlina's look, just see the similar items below! (From left to right: pants by Otto Mode, ruffles blouse by Altelia Amani, bracelet by Tory Burch, mules by Loeffler Randall, sunglasses by Hoola, ring by Gung, crossbody satchel by Rebecca Minkoff)
Learn moreStruggles Hijabis face [Part 1]
Everyone has their own struggles. There are some you just have to deal on your own, while there are some we can all relate to. However, these struggles we're highlighting are especially for Hijabis, and trust us, this is just the beginning. 1. "Do you shower with it?" Do YOU shower with your clothes on? 2. What's underneath your hijab? Maybe we have more layers underneath, maybe we're bald.. I guess you'll never know. 3.  Or.. when your friends forget you have hair Show 'em what you got, sis! 4. So you thought we escaped Bad Hair Days... Only to meet Bad Hijab Day, and we don't stand for it, which is why we recommend our Instants (click here) or Iron Free range (here) that are totally fuss free. 5. When a non-Mahram suddenly appear at your front door Grab that table cloth, pronto.  6. You vs The Wind Because Wind always wins. 7. Playing Hide & Seek with our brooches and pins How many packets or boxes have you bought in a month? Year?  8. To getting stabbed by them 99% of the time. 9. Because a bib is too mainstream That is the purpose of wearing the hijab, right? To save food for seconds. Or thirds. 10. "Don't you feel hot?" You think? If you enjoyed reading this, stay tuned for Part 2 of this series!  Â
Learn moreSingapore designer invents the first earphone-friendly hijab - An article by digital media network TheMuslimVibe.com
https://themuslimvibe.com/western-muslim-culture/fashion/singapore-designer-invents-the-first-earphone-friendly-hijab "In a fast-paced world that is plagued with increasing rates of obesity, we find more and more people striving to maintain a healthy lifestyle and muslim women are not precluded from this." Read the rest of the article by digital media network TheMuslimVibe.com which promotes ethical, positive, engaging, relevant and thought-provoking Islamic content that features the Adlina Anis NINJA ECHO - a slip-on ninja with an added ear access, which allows you to put on your earphones with ease, without compromising style and comfort while preventing accidental exposure.
Learn moreAdlina Anis as a Zahara Warrior, for Zahara - Comestics for Muslim Women
  http://blog.zahara.com/zahara-warrior-adlina-anis Read more about Adlina, as she answers 10 questions as a Zahara Warrior by Zahara - high quality, stunning cosmetics tailored for Muslim women.
Learn moreModest Style Guide features Adlina Anis's Instant Hijabs & Snoods
http://www.modeststyleguide.co/home/if-wrapping-your-hijab-yourself-is-an-hassle-for-you-then-you-should-try-these-instant-hijabs If wrapping your scarf yourself is a hassle for you, then you should try these instant hijabs & snoods by Adlina Anis, featured by Modest Style Guide - Your Online Magazine for Modest Fashion. Â
Learn moreLong Sleeve Blouses & Maxi Dresses By Adlina Anis Are Classic pieces
http://www.modeststyleguide.co/home/these-long-sleeve-blouses-and-long-sleeve-maxi-dresses-by-adlina-anis-are-classic-pieces Modest Style Guide - Your Online Magazine for Modest Fashion features the Long Sleeve Blouses and Long Sleeve Maxi Dresses from the Adlina Anis Ready-To-Wear 2016 Collection as classic pieces that you can always depend on for years to come.Â
Learn moreherworldplus.com reveals how to wear florals and lace this spring without looking boring
http://www.herworldplus.com/fashion/12-fresh-ways-wear-florals-and-lace-without-looking-boring#slide-10 The #AdlinaAnisRTW2016 Brocade Pleated Maxi Skirt featured in HerWorldPlus.com, The Women's Lifestyle Portal on 6th May 2016. Â
Learn moreMANJA Magazine features Adlina Anis and her Ready-To-Wear 2016 Collection
Adlina's "Best Moments" and the #AdlinaAnisRTW2016 captured by MANJA's May 2016 issue, the only definitive Malay entertainment and lifestyle magazine in Singapore.Â
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