Photo: Moon Reflections + Makeup: Madinah M.

#LeahVDaily

#LeahVDaily is a social and fashion movement that began on Instagram.

It encompasses all the different facets of my style and ideas.

You'll see how I rock street style to vintage glam but this just isn't about beauty, every photo is paired with meaningful content about feminism, social justice, divorce, and body positive activism.

You get a front row seat to my life's journey.

Pull up a chair...

--Leah V. Daily--

July 2018
- Jul 19, 2018 Transparency After Having The Hypothetical Tape Ripped From My Mouth Jul 19, 2018
- Jul 6, 2018 Ep 3: Learning From Failure With RV Mendoza Jul 6, 2018
June 2018
- Jun 28, 2018 What Not To Wear Jun 28, 2018
- Jun 16, 2018 Episode 1: Body Confidence with Etta Flyy Jun 16, 2018
- Jun 8, 2018 The Last Straw: Kate, Now Anthony Jun 8, 2018
May 2018
- May 25, 2018 Ramadan Chronicles: Embracing Imperfections May 25, 2018
- May 15, 2018 5th Year in the Game: It’s My Blogger-versary May 15, 2018
- May 4, 2018 I’m Not Sorry. Actually I’m Unapologetic. May 4, 2018
April 2018
- Apr 24, 2018 Am I Not Muslim Enough For You? Apr 24, 2018
- Apr 10, 2018 Accepting My Body As It Is Apr 10, 2018
- Apr 1, 2018 Just Dropping In :) Apr 1, 2018
March 2018
- Mar 23, 2018 Fat, Black, and Carefree: NYC Video Project Mar 23, 2018
- Mar 13, 2018 F is for Fat Mar 13, 2018
- Mar 4, 2018 The Deletion of the Perfect Instagram Hijabi Mar 4, 2018
February 2018
- Feb 20, 2018 BodyPROJECT: Turbanista in the City Feb 20, 2018
- Feb 13, 2018 Muslim Women Are Trending, but Some of Us Are Still Invisible Feb 13, 2018
- Feb 6, 2018 Blogging 101: Finding Your Niche, Building Content, and Tackling Instagram Feb 6, 2018
January 2018
- Jan 26, 2018 Leah V Makeup Tutorial Jan 26, 2018
- Jan 22, 2018 The Power of Transparency Jan 22, 2018
- Jan 12, 2018 I Was Called a Whore Because of This Photo Jan 12, 2018
- Jan 5, 2018 A REAL Beauty Campaign Jan 5, 2018
December 2017
- Dec 26, 2017 Looking Back On 2017 Dec 26, 2017
- Dec 18, 2017 Leah V on Feminism and the City of Detroit Dec 18, 2017
- Dec 11, 2017 Dating in a Fatphobic World Dec 11, 2017
- Dec 1, 2017 Reclaiming Time and Taking Up Space Dec 1, 2017
November 2017
- Nov 24, 2017 Mistaking a Woman's Trauma as Bitterness Nov 24, 2017
- Nov 17, 2017 The Muslimah Rebel: Why Quitting Ain't an Option Nov 17, 2017
- Nov 8, 2017 My Photos Tell A Story Nov 8, 2017
- Nov 1, 2017 Inclusion: The Perception of Perfection in Islam Nov 1, 2017
October 2017
- Oct 23, 2017 On the Verge of Quitting Oct 23, 2017
- Oct 13, 2017 Stop Calling Women Selfish Because They Choose Birth Control Oct 13, 2017
- Oct 6, 2017 I'm LIVE! Art Detroit Ep 2 Oct 6, 2017
September 2017
- Sep 29, 2017 When I Finally Noticed that My Uniqueness was an Asset Sep 29, 2017
- Sep 22, 2017 The Pitfalls of Being on Social Media and Other Inadequacies Sep 22, 2017
- Sep 15, 2017 The Broke Artist Sep 15, 2017
- Sep 8, 2017 Muslim Girl Dance #BodyProject Sep 8, 2017
- Sep 1, 2017 One-Year Divorce Anniversary Sep 1, 2017
August 2017
- Aug 26, 2017 Visibility in Islam Aug 26, 2017
- Aug 18, 2017 No Longer Bound By The Scale. How Much I Really Weigh. Aug 18, 2017
- Aug 11, 2017 Why Can't We Be #BodyGoals? Aug 11, 2017
- Aug 4, 2017 The Difference Between Religion and Spirituality Aug 4, 2017
July 2017
- Jul 30, 2017 Why Does Female Empowerment Make You Uncomfortable? Jul 30, 2017
- Jul 18, 2017 Leading the Resistance: Your Voice Counts Jul 18, 2017
- Jul 8, 2017 Are You Even Muslim? Jul 8, 2017
- Jul 3, 2017 First Times Can Be Charms, Too Jul 3, 2017
June 2017
- Jun 26, 2017 The #BODYProject Trailer Jun 26, 2017
- Jun 11, 2017 60-Second Turbanista Style Jun 11, 2017
- Jun 4, 2017 Social Media: Stop Allowing it to Define Your Self-Worth Jun 4, 2017
May 2017
- May 27, 2017 Battling Inner Demons May 27, 2017
- May 22, 2017 10 Questions with Leah V and RV May 22, 2017
- May 14, 2017 Boys Will Be Boys May 14, 2017
- May 6, 2017 How Well Do You Know Your Muslim Friend? (Pt. 1) May 6, 2017
April 2017
- Apr 29, 2017 Fan Questions Answered with Leah V. Apr 29, 2017
- Apr 15, 2017 Do You Wish You Weren’t Fat? Apr 15, 2017
- Apr 8, 2017 Thighs That Touch Apr 8, 2017
March 2017
- Mar 24, 2017 Momentum: The Life of a Black Socialite Mar 24, 2017
- Mar 20, 2017 Stop Policing a Woman's Body Mar 20, 2017
- Mar 9, 2017 Detroit Girl in a London World Mar 9, 2017
February 2017
- Feb 27, 2017 My Hijab. My Crown. My Way. Feb 27, 2017
- Feb 23, 2017 Ghetto DIY Tumeric Face Mask Feb 23, 2017
- Feb 7, 2017 The Non-Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day Feb 7, 2017
January 2017
- Jan 27, 2017 Feminism: I’m Not Your Stereotype Jan 27, 2017
- Jan 17, 2017 Taking Back the True Meaning of Beauty Jan 17, 2017
- Jan 6, 2017 Who Said Fat Girls Can’t Slay? Top 7 Outfits of 2016 Jan 6, 2017
December 2016
- Dec 30, 2016 New Year, New Me? Dec 30, 2016
- Dec 23, 2016 Vulnerability Doesn’t Mean Weakness Dec 23, 2016
- Dec 17, 2016 How to Wrap a Pin Turban Dec 17, 2016
- Dec 12, 2016 The Black Girl with Many Faces Dec 12, 2016
- Dec 2, 2016 Beauty Review: Zahara Cosmetics Dec 2, 2016
November 2016
- Nov 26, 2016 A Look Into How We View Mental Illness Nov 26, 2016
- Nov 18, 2016 *New Youtube Video* Leah V. Gets a Brazilian Nov 18, 2016
- Nov 14, 2016 This is What Real Body Positivity Looks Like Nov 14, 2016
- Nov 5, 2016 Identity: I Wanted to be a White Girl Nov 5, 2016
October 2016
- Oct 28, 2016 Upliftment Through Style: Detroit’s Body Positive Movement Oct 28, 2016
- Oct 22, 2016 I’m Muslim, But I’m not the Poster Child for Islam Oct 22, 2016
- Oct 14, 2016 Objectification Of A Fat Woman Oct 14, 2016
- Oct 8, 2016 Style: First Time Wearing A Bisht Oct 8, 2016
September 2016
- Sep 30, 2016 The ‘F’ Word: FAT Sep 30, 2016
- Sep 23, 2016 Divorced and Almost 30... Where to Now? Sep 23, 2016
- Sep 13, 2016 Body Image: How to Get Over It Sep 13, 2016
- Sep 2, 2016 Why I Decided to Become a Plus-Size Model Sep 2, 2016
August 2016
- Aug 26, 2016 I Used To Get Bullied For Dressing Different Aug 26, 2016
- Aug 17, 2016 Confessions of a Content Fat Girl: Late 20’s Reflections Aug 17, 2016
- Aug 7, 2016 I Posted a Picture in Front of the #BlackLivesMatter Wall and the Internet Went Crazy Aug 7, 2016
July 2016
- Jul 26, 2016 Fat Girl Style Guide: Color Blocking Jul 26, 2016
- Jul 19, 2016 Trois Soeurs: West African Accessories Jul 19, 2016
- Jul 14, 2016 Diversity In YA Books: Brown Girls Need Heroines, Too! Jul 14, 2016
- Jul 7, 2016 Naturally Flyy Detroit Jul 7, 2016
June 2016
- Jun 30, 2016 Eid Glam: Tips on Finding the Perfect Eid Ensemble Jun 30, 2016
- Jun 23, 2016 Ladies That Lead Tour Jun 23, 2016
- Jun 15, 2016 Editor's Note: A Photo Doesn't Capture Our True Struggles Jun 15, 2016
- Jun 11, 2016 Natural Makeup Tips For Girls With Melanin Jun 11, 2016
- Jun 4, 2016 Father’s Day: Adding Unique Accessories to Your Wardrobe Jun 4, 2016
- Jun 1, 2016 How to Rock a Plus-Size Tutu Like a Boss Jun 1, 2016
May 2016
- May 22, 2016 Fat Girl Guide: Affordable Shopping May 22, 2016
- May 16, 2016 The Selfie: What's So Wrong About Being Confident? May 16, 2016
- May 7, 2016 Body Positivity: All Bodies Are Good Bodies May 7, 2016
- May 3, 2016 Detroit's Style Butteryfly: Lala Trips May 3, 2016
April 2016
- Apr 27, 2016 The Perfect Blogger: Tips on Breaking into the Blogging World Apr 27, 2016
- Apr 20, 2016 Curvy OOTD: Spring Is Officially In Session Apr 20, 2016
- Apr 11, 2016 Hollywood In Detroit Gala Apr 11, 2016
- Apr 1, 2016 #BlackGirlMagic Apr 1, 2016
March 2016
- Mar 25, 2016 Curvy Trend: Nicki Minaj Collection & Torrid Mar 25, 2016
- Mar 21, 2016 Curvy Enthusiast: Alysse Dalessandro of Ready To Stare Mar 21, 2016
- Mar 18, 2016 Daily Inspiration: What's Yours? Mar 18, 2016
- Mar 14, 2016 TCF Style Brunch Series--Atlanta Mar 14, 2016
- Mar 10, 2016 Turbanista Chornicles: Detroit Street Style Mar 10, 2016
- Mar 6, 2016 Big Thanks: New Blogging Camera Mar 6, 2016
- Mar 1, 2016 15 Diverse Bloggers You Need To Know Mar 1, 2016
February 2016
- Feb 24, 2016 Evolution of a Black Blogger Feb 24, 2016
- Feb 10, 2016 Curvy Conversations: Who Am I to the Fashion World? Feb 10, 2016
January 2016
- Jan 31, 2016 Curvy Vintage Style Jan 31, 2016

When my husband and I got divorced, we had to divide all of our shared belongings. We didn't have much but a bedroom set, dressers, two TV's, and a vacuum. In the beginning he said he didn't want anything and that I could have it all. I didn't have any money from the actual divorce to start over so I needed some things to start fresh. As the divorce proceedings went on, and his petty mounted, he started trying to take everything. He took it all except one dresser, the vacuum, and the bed. On our last day, he tried to take the bed from me, too. I told him that I had nothing to sleep on and that I'd love to give him that raggedy bed but I hadn't had the money to get another one. Beds are expensive. Every time I laid on our old mattress, I felt sad, disgusted, and alone. But, it was the only one I had. So, I made due in hopes that one day I could toss the old one. It's been two years and ya girl just partnered with @lullbed and they hooked me up with a whole new bed! Queen size baby *Tongue pops* I've had it for a week now, and I'm really loving the memory foam versus the metal springs. Plus, yall know I'm a big girl and it holds all of my weight well. Get your own Lull for $100 off with my link lull.com/leah #ad #getyourlullon Are you holding onto a piece from a previous relationship? Have you gotten rid of it or have you kept it? Let's chat. Photo: @being_madinah #detroitblogger #psootd #plussize #instafashion #bodypositive #bgki #highfashion #honormycurves #effyourbeautystandards #pizzasisters4lyfe #blackgirlswhoblog #fashion #londonblogger #psfashion #eatingdisorderrecovery #blackgirlmagic #muslimgirl #bodygoals #plusmodel #feminist #wiw #intersectionalfeminism #turbanista #bodydysmorphia #fatacceptance #divorce #selflove #goldenconfidence

I took my nieces to get ice cream. The youngest told me about some boy at school. She said that he walked past her and her friend and called them “hoes”. “What?” I yelled, furious. She decided to tell a teacher. The boy lied and said he said “ho-mies” not hoe but luckily the teacher wasn’t hearing it and threatened to suspend him. “I’m not a hoe,” she said. “I don’t show my body.” I told her that it didn’t matter if she did or didn’t, she wasn’t a hoe, and no one woman deserves to be called that. I remembered the first time I was called a hoe. Of course by a man who happened to be Muslim but was a real man-hoe himself. Double standard much? I was in college, had my own car, yeah, I partied and I went on my little dates, but I was still a virgin at the time but that was none of his business. I’d wear tight jeans and hoodies but for the most part I was covered. I was independent. Guess you can’t be an independent girl without being labeled as a hoe... He called me that because I told him that girls can do what they want just like boys can. I got in his face. That word held so much weight at the time. For a Muslim girl to be called a hoe, that’s like a dagger to the chest. And, people are just tossing these names around freely. I’ve been called a slut before because I wore pants instead of a dress 🤦🏾‍♂️ We need to get rid of this toxic female purity bull crap. Stop expecting women to be virgins with a chastity belt locked while men are out here crusty and used. This ideology of men are players but women can only be hoes and sluts. Disgusting. Think I’m gonna write an essay about this because I have more to say on this topic. Anywho, when’s the first time you were introduced to the word “hoe”? Has someone ever called you that? Photo: @moonreflectionsphotography #detroitblogger #psootd #plussize #instafashion #bodypositive #bgki #highfashion #honormycurves #effyourbeautystandards #pizzasisters4lyfe #blackgirlswhoblog #fashion #londonblogger #psfashion #detroit #blackgirlmagic #muslimgirl #womensrights #plusmodel #feminist #wiw #intersectionalfeminism #turbanista #denim #fatacceptance #teenvogue #selflove #streetstyle #summerstyle #goldenconfidence

Instead of shedding pounds, I’m shedding the things, the people, the relationships, the toxic ideals and norms that no longer benefit me. That no longer serve a purpose. I’m appreciating the ups and downs of my body. But, more so appreciating the imperfections that make my body unique. The width of my hips. The crookedness of my smile. The length of my face. And, the hugeness of my jaw. Instead of nitpicking, what if we tried embracing? The width of my hips are sexy, feminine, and worthy no matter how much space they occupy. The crookedness of my smile emits joy. The length of my face will be on the cover of something big one day. And, the hugeness of my jaw radiates power, ferocity. There’s NO one size fits all for beauty. And, if no one told you today then I will. You are beautiful. You are worthy. You deserve to be here. No matter your scars, marks, disabilities, or burns. What’s your favorite part of your body and why? Or, which part do you hope to work on loving? Let’s chat. Photo: @rvxmendoza Dress: @fashionnovacurve #detroitblogger #psootd #plussize #instafashion #bodypositive #bgki #highfashion #honormycurves #effyourbeautystandards #pizzasisters4lyfe #blackgirlswhoblog #fashion #londonblogger #psfashion #detroit #blackgirlmagic #muslimgirl #naturalhair #plusmodel #feminist #wiw #intersectionalfeminism #turbanista #bodydysmorphia #fatacceptance #vintage #summerstyle #selflove #streetstyle #novababe

Scales give me anxiety because it catapults me back to a time where I tested my pee for carbs twice a day. A time where I stripped nude before breakfast and weighed myself and then again before bed. The numbers on that machine dictated whether I was going to cry myself to sleep or walk around like I was worthy. There’s no in between with eating disorders. Today, I had a physical. The doctor was a very thin white woman. The first thing she says, “Your up 20 pounds since last year.” I explained to her that I have been lifting heavier weights and that some of it could be muscle. She disregards that and asks what I’ve been snacking on? I told her I’ve cut back on chips and replaced them with pretzels or wheat thins. “Well you know you gotta keep up with calories. 1 serving or 16 wheat thins are 140 calories. Don’t ask how I know that.” She laughs. I am not laughing. I replied that I can’t count calories because I’m susceptible to eating disorders and that I’d rather just choose healthier alternatives. She ain’t have shit to say about my eating disorders. Because big girls can’t have those. Right? Not sure how to feel about my “weight gain” or how medical professionals treat different bodies. All, I know is that diet culture is toxic. What’s your relationship with scales? Also, has a doctor ever dismissed an illness due to your weight? Any body type or ability can answer ☺️ Photo: @funlens #detroitblogger #psootd #plussize #instafashion #bodypositive #bgki #highfashion #honormycurves #effyourbeautystandards #pizzasisters4lyfe #blackgirlswhoblog #fashion #londonblogger #psfashion #eatingdisorderrecovery #blackgirlmagic #muslimgirl #bodygoals #plusmodel #feminist #wiw #fentybeauty #intersectionalfeminism #turbanista #bodydysmorphia #fatacceptance #teenvogue #selflove #streetstyle #goldenconfidence

Because I model, sometimes I feel as if I just shouldn’t have low self esteem. Because I’m a body-positive activist, I feel I have a duty to be “on”. To be okay with my body all the time publicly. To not deal with body dysmorphia because I take photos that others see as “perfect”. I have so many girls and women inbox me about how much my photos give them life. Give them courage. Allow them to go out and take up space. I do not want to let them down. Ya know? Sometimes, I feel like social media is like an overly perfect Tinder profile. We all are trying to create the perfect narrative. I get it. I shot this outfit last week. These were the only black jeans I had. And the only pair that matched. I was able to wear them comfortably last year. This time around I was busting out of them. When you can’t fit something that you used to fit or try on your size at the store and it doesn’t or no longer fits, it’s like the world is coming down. I spazzed out. I am huge. I am big. I am huge-r than the hugest person. Why can’t I fit into them? Why do you insist on eating a bag of chips every night? Why can’t you just drink water instead of juice? Empty calories! I wanted to throw the whole outfit away, but my job dictates that I take photos and show off clothes. So, I took the photo. Do you feel the need to uphold a certain standard in life, on social media? And, was there a time where you spazzed out when something hadn’t fit the way you wanted it to? How’d you manage? All bodies can chime in. Photo: @being_madinah Jacket: @fashionnovacurve #detroitblogger #psootd #plussize #instafashion #bodypositive #bgki #highfashion #honormycurves #effyourbeautystandards #pizzasisters4lyfe #blackgirlswhoblog #fashion #londonblogger #psfashion #novababe #blackgirlmagic #muslimgirl #90sfashion #plusmodel #feminist #wiw #intersectionalfeminism #hijabi #bodydysmorphia #fatacceptance #teenvogue #selflove #streetstyle #summerstyle #goldenconfidence

60-Second Turbanista Style

June 11, 2017

Leah V shows you how to wrap a quick turban in 60 seconds!

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Artist: Lizzo
Song: Phone (Coconut Oil Project)

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