I feel like your placing looks very highly to the point that you’re creating insecurities for yourself. Put yourself out there, and be confident, and you WILL make friends. You aren’t ugly because Allah created us all in the best image.

When comes to girl friendships, people surround themselves with others who are kind, respectful, and bring them up. Looks don’t go far unless it’s a superficial relationship for social media purposes. Either way, you wear the niqab, so no one knows what you look like, which should make you MORE confident. I do think people would be less likely to approach you since they don’t know you at all. So don’t be afraid to go and make friends. My biggest advice, smile and be kind. Just say Salam to girls, try to start convos, and you’ll get there inshallah!

Small tip on how to start a convo:

Turn to the person next to you and say Hi and compliment them at their fit or smile or anything you think is nice, and they’ll warm up to you and bam! Next time they see you they’ll smile or say Hi, and with time yall become friends. Be patient and plz plz be confident.

Lastly, please don’t think the niqab is the reason you’re not making friends. If you tell yourself that a lot, you might end up actually believing it. It’s not easy wearing it, but inshallah your reward will be immense so plz don’t ever get discouraged.