So, you decided to start wearing hijab? Wonderful! Mabrook and congratulations! We're so happy for you! We understand that making this decision is intensely personal and a major thing in your life as a Muslimah and in your relationship with Allah (S). All of us (who wear hijab) were new to it at some point, and we guarantee you that all of us have struggled with it in some way, shape or form at some point in our lives.

One of our biggest goals at Haute Hijab is to help instill confidence and comfort in your hijab journey. We know Muslim women are the most powerful women in the world, and we want to help you own your power. Your comfort and ease are also important to us, and we are here to be a listening ear and, Insha'Allah, a guiding friend through whatever you are going through.

One of the most beautiful parts about this commitment we've made with Muslim women is that you all are just as committed to helping and supporting each other. We've seen it time and time again in how you converse with each other on our social media pages, in the comments of this blog, in our support group and a myriad of other ways.

With this in mind, as we are brainstorming ways we can better support women who are new(er) to wearing hijab, we decided to turn this question over to you. We asked what advice would you give to new hijabis, and the sheer amount of thoughtful, loving and supportive things you said blew us away.

Ladies, if you are new(er) to wearing hijab, read on and bookmark this post for when you need to feel a little extra love. :) Here are 25 things Muslim women want new hijabis to know:

1. Form a relationship with [your hijab], a love story where you can't see yourself without it.

2. Be easy on yourself, you will make mistakes.

3. Ask yourself why you care what others think when they criticize you for wearing it.

4. Allah chose you to wear the hijab. Stand tall, stand proud of you being visibly Muslim.

5. It's not an easy step, but it's a step closer to Him. Remember that He's the ONE that matters.

6. There are gonna be some hard days, and it's totally fine. Just keep fighting; it's worth it.

7. Always remember why you put it on in the first place - for Allah (S) only.

8. You won't always be feeling it, but don't let that thought settle too long. Remind yourself of the purpose.

9. You are the descendants of Queens, so wear your crown proudly.

10. You look beautiful in the hijab to Allah (S). Nobody else's opinion matters.

11. Make sure you aren't doing it for the aesthetic you see on social media.

12. Be patient with the process. Learn its benefits, build a spiritual connection with Allah (S) first.

13. Make du'a, purify your niyyah (intention), start slow with the intention to improve, focus on your salah (prayer).

14. Anyone who stops being your friend [when you start wearing your hijab] was not meant to be and doesn't deserve you anyway.

15. There will be days when you question your decision until you fully surrender that it is for your Lord.

16. Love yourself. Love for your hijab will follow.

17. People will always have something to say about how you wear [your hijab]. Just hold onto [your hijab].

18. Take it easy, no one is perfect. Be confident in your decisions.

19. There are no bad hair days!

20. It might seem scary and hard at first, but after wearing it a few times, you will start to wear it with confidence.

21. Continue taking care of your hair and skin. That physical self-care is important down the road.

22. Hijab is not a barrier between you, your goals and your career!

23. Renew your intention everyday!

24. Find your style and hang in there! Some days are rough, but soon it will become like second nature!

25. When it gets hard, remember why you're doing it. Allah (S) is proud of you You're fierce, sis!