Today we’d like to introduce you to Rahma Ahmed.
Hi Rahma, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
The idea of starting a brand began when I was in elementary school. I started wearing hijabs at the age of 12. It was always difficult to find stylish and modest attire as a young Muslim girl. Although there was a large Muslim population in Georgia, the fashion industry didn’t truly cater to Muslims and if it did, it was not affordable or attainable.
The older my friends and I got, the more we had to rely on relatives traveling to Dubai, Middle East, and or other Muslim countries to bring abayas. There were too many limitations with that as well in the sense that we had to accept whatever style the ready made abayas came in. I started Monarch Hijabs to give Muslim women the opportunity to dress modestly and fashionably. The goal is to inspire Muslim women, especially young girls, to want to wear abayas and hijabs. In their abayas and hijabs, Muslim girls and women can achieve whatever they set their minds to and accomplish their dreams.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Starting any business has its challenges. One of the obstacles that I am currently facing is marketing to be able to reach a larger audience. Through research, I am learning to utilize social media more effectively in order to reach a broader audience.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I have a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education. However, being a designer started out in my home, my classroom, and even working in retail. When I worked in retail, I enjoyed helping customers put together ensembles or helping my close friends choose outfits for events. The more I did that, the more confident I become in designing which manifested into what Monarch Hijabs is today.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
Although I currently don’t have a mentor, I can see the necessity in having one. I do have my family and a close circle of friends that are supportive and have helped me every step of the way. As a small business owner, I rely on my family and friends to help me stay anchored and output creative designs that make Monarch Hijabs stand out.
Contact Info:
- Email: monarchhijabs@gmail.com
- Website: www.monarchhijabs.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/monarchhijabs?utm_medium=copy_link
Image Credits
mymiraclemoments photography
