Nour Arida Represents Arab Women at Celine's Big Return to the Runway
Wearing a full Celine look, Arida was one of the few international figures invited to the show. A defining voice for Arab women, Arida's presence carried a quiet power, symbolizing both representation and resonance.
'Being here is more than just fashion. It's a matter of representation for me. Representing Arab women on the international scene.Also, Celine's new creative director Michael's mom is Lebanese. So that's a double win'.
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