Pink Magazine Features Muslim Businesswomen: The Challenges – The Successes

Stone Mountain, GA (August 2007) Fashion designer and plus size clothing distributor and manufacturer, Sumiyahh Abdur-Rasheed finally caught the attention of major media in a feature story in Pink Magazine in the news stands now. Yet it wasn’t Abdur-Rasheed’s efforts at traveling the world to purchase the finest fabrics for her clothing line, or the profitable deals she made in China, Morocco or Pakistan, but the fact that Abdur-Rasheed is a Muslim businesswoman that the magazine picked up on. Something Abdur-Rasheed is very proud of.

The article showcases Abdur-Rasheed’s incredible accomplishments and the challenges faced being a Muslim woman post 9-11. The article talks about how rarely before September 11th did religion become a factor in the work environment, but that changed drastically that day. Even though the Muslim population is one of the fastest growing segments in America today, Muslim businesswomen are faced with educating and outperforming in order to achieve success. Abdur-Rasheed knows first-hand how difficult this can be and has rised to the occasion with a very successful online clothing store, www.swhapparel.com. In fact, Abdur-Rasheed’s contends being Muslim has made her stronger.

Abdur-Rasheed states, “I’m just like most businesswomen, working hard to succeed and balancing business and life the best I know how. I just have a slightly different belief system.”

To find out more about Abdur-Rasheed, stop by http://www.swhapparel.com, an exclusive online clothing store specializing in quality plus size clothing. Abdur-Rasheed’s international travels enables her to find the finest luxury fabrics and best craftsmanship for her designs by finding the right people to bring the fashions to life. Trendy full figured fashions perfect for any occasion are available as well as gift certificates for those looking for the perfect holiday gift idea.

Sumiyyah Abdur-Rasheed, is available for media interviews at sumiyyah@swhapparel.com, 866 627-7082.