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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Supermodel Iman's Best Beauty Moments on the Runway From 1981 to 1989
The paragon supermodel doesn't just model the clothes they're dressed in; they chameleon into the character they were made for, hair, makeup and all. This is something that came easily to Somali supermodel Iman, born Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid, a skill she inherently possessed as the muse to the biggest names in fashion, from Yves Saint Laurent to Thierry Mugler. From the start of her career in 1975, Iman has been praised for her ability to exemplify the complementary yet intricate relationship between fashion and beauty, both on and off the runway. She quickly catapulted to stardom beyond the high-fashion stratosphere, becoming the first Black model to secure a makeup contract under Revlon's Polished Ambers cosmetics brand. There wasn't a hair or makeup combination she was afraid of. Most often, Iman was styled with protruding, sculpture-esque hair, abstract eye shadow and vibrant lip colors. More from WWD Fairchild Media Group Reaches 8.9 Million Monthly Unique Visitors, Expanding Leadership in Fashion and Beauty Media Meet the L.A. Healer Loved by Celebs, Now She's Bottled Her Signature Glow The Best Hair and Makeup Moments From 'The Devil Wears Prada' Original Movie An unfortunate car accident in 1983 forced her to put a temporary pause on her modeling career. However, with the same ease with which her hypnotic beauty, as previously described by WWD, first pervaded the industry, she returned to the runway to continue the irrevocable chapter in her career for the following six years. Ahead, WWD takes a look back at Iman's best beauty moments on the runway, from her high contrast makeup in Michael Vollbracht's 1981 show to her untameable mane at Patrick Kelly's ready-to-wear fall 1989 presentation. Michael Vollbracht's 1981 Fashion Show In designer Michael Villbracht's 1981 fashion show, Iman matched her multicolor poncho with an eccentric makeup look straight from the pages of an editorial spread. On her eyes, she wore a navy shadow, which carried across her lids and into her waterline. An iridescent highlight undercut her faded eyebrows, while her bone structure was embellished with a rosy pink blush. Iman's lips drew a stark contrast to her eye makeup, dressed in a deep red lipstick with gloss layered over. Yves Saint Laurent 1982 Rive Gauche Show Iman's runway look for the historic Yves Saint Laurent 1982 Rive Gauche show, which finished in exactly 55 minutes, will forever be remembered for the spikey hairdo. The whimsical element of her aesthetic saw her tresses styled like a peacock's train on top of her head, feathers jutting between the slicked strands. Kenzo Spring 1983 Presentation Iman morphed into a Kenzo muse for the brand's 1983 presentation, boasting a dramatic ponytail extension that fell to her waistline. A banana-yellow ribbon was tied a few inches up from her long ends. Her makeup was moodier in comparison to the bright-hued garment she wore down the runway. Dark charcoal shadow swept across her eyes, while a pale pink was added to her lips. Thierry Mugler Spring 1984 Ready-to-Wear Iman was a known inspiration to Thierry Mugler throughout the 1980s. She would often walk in Mugler's shows sporting a wide variety of aesthetics, many with futuristic undertones. For her appearance in the spring 1984 ready-to-wear show, Iman was given a heavy amount of black and blue shadow; the color extended in a long triangle past the corners of her eyes. Her eyebrows were filled in darker than usual, and red blush was placed only under her cheekbones. The lips added a touch more color to the distinctive clouds around her eyes with red lipstick and clear gloss. Yves Saint Lauren 1985 Ready-to-Wear Collection Iman would often don a hat or a complex hairdo for her part in a Yves Saint Laurent show. However, for the fashion house's 1985 ready-to-wear collection, her hairstyle was muted, coiffed in a pixie cut, blown to the left. The natural style was contrasted with a colorful visage, comprised of a deep periwinkle eye shadow and a matte red lipstick shade. Chloe Spring 1984 Ready-to-Wear Show In Karl Lagerfeld's spring 1984 collection for Chloe, Iman boasted a theatrical hairstyle that was meant to resemble the collection's ubiquitous ode to needleworkers. Her curly hair was slicked completely back into a cylinder shape like a wheel of thread. A long silver pin was then pierced through the side like a sewing needle. Thierry Mugler Spring 1988 Fashion Show Iman's beauty aesthetic for the 1988 Thierry Mugler spring 1988 show in Paris was as wild as the feathered garment she wore. Her hair was teased and frizzed well above her head like a lion's mane. The thick extensions fell to the left of her face. Adding to the primitive nature, Iman's eyes were colored with brown shadow, and her lips boasted a vicious wine-colored lipstick. Donna Karan 1990 Ready-to-Wear Presentation As a Donna Karan model for her 1990 ready-to-wear show, Iman was styled with an ultra-short pixie cut and minimal makeup. The beauty aesthetic was more refined and less theatrical compared to her looks for Mugler and Yves Saint Laurent, but still glamorous nonetheless. Patrick Kelly Ready-to-Wear Fall 1990 Iman walked the Patrick Kelly 1990 ready-to-wear runway with a hair and makeup look belonging to the trademark beauty trends of the '80s. 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Zawya
a day ago
- Politics
- Zawya
African Union Appoints Ambassador Mouktar Osman Karie as the New Deputy Head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM)
Ambassador Mouktar Osman Karie has assumed duty as the newly appointed Deputy Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commisson (DSRCC) for Somalia and Deputy Head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), reinforcing the AU's leadership presence in Somalia. On arrival in Mogadishu, Ambassador Karie was received at the Aden Abdulle International Airport by senior Federal Government of Somalia officials including the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ishaq Mahmoud Mursal, State Minister for Defence, Omar Ali Abdi and the State Minister for Internal Security, Mohamed Ali Hagaa as well as senior AUSSOM officials. Ambassador Karie brings extensive diplomatic and political experience in peace and security across Africa. He most recently served as Regional Desk Coordinator for West Africa at the African Union Commission, where he provided high-level strategic engagement with member states and regional organizations, and contributed to the AU's response to political transitions and governance challenges in the region. Previously, he held senior roles within the AU's Peace and Security Department, where he contributed to the design and coordination of the African Union's regional security cooperation frameworks in the Sahel and Horn of Africa. His efforts included supporting the establishment of the Djibouti and Nouakchott Processes and the operationalization of the East Africa Fusion and Liaison Unit (EAFLU), mechanisms that foster regional collaboration among national security institutions. Ambassador Karie also supported AU diplomatic engagements in Libya and the Sahel, contributed to the Union's early warning and preventive diplomacy architecture, and represented AU leadership in several high-level international forums. He is fluent in French, Arabic, and English, and brings with him a wealth of experience that strengthens the African Union's commitment to advancing peace, stability, and state-building efforts in Somalia. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Extremist rebels capture remote but key town in central Somalia
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — The extremist rebels of al-Shabab seized control of the central Somali town of Mahaas on Sunday after an assault involving explosions and a ground offensive, according to witnesses. Mahaas, in the central region of Hiraan, is located about 350 kilometers (220 miles) north of the federal capital, Mogadishu. The town is a key government outpost and a critical center in the fight against al-Shabab, which for years has been fighting to overthrow the federal government and impose Islamic law. The rebels entered the town after federal and local forces withdrew, according to residents and local officials. 'There were multiple suicide blasts just outside the town early this morning, and heavy gunfire followed," said Ahmed Abdulle, an elder in Mahaas, speaking to local media. Government troops and allied militias, known as Ma'awisley, pulled back shortly before al-Shabab fighters entered the town, he said. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack on Mahaas through its affiliated media channels, saying it was now in control there. There was no firm word on casualties, but a provincial representative of the National Intelligence and Security Agency was among the victims, Isse Abdi Wayel, the district commissioner of Mahaas, told reporters. The federal government has yet to release an official statement. The capture of Mahaas underscores the resilience of al-Shabab, which faces a renewed offensive from federal troops and others. The U.S. routinely carries out airstrikes targeting al-Shabab, and African Union troops back up government troops in different parts of the Horn of Africa nation. Still, al-Shabab has been losing ground in recent months, facing a campaign of 'total war' declared by authorities. Somali forces have recaptured several towns and villages in remote areas over the past year. Mahaas had been under government control for more than a decade and served as a so-called forward operating base in offensives targeting al-Shabab strongholds in parts of Hiraan and neighboring Galgaduud. Its loss is expected to raise questions about coordination among Somali security forces and the sustainability of recent military gains.
Al Arabiya
2 days ago
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Extremist rebels capture remote but key town in central Somalia
Mogadishu, Somalia (AP) – The terrorist rebels of al-Shabab seized control of the central Somali town of Mahaas on Sunday after an assault involving explosions and a ground offensive, according to witnesses. Mahaas, in the central region of Hiraan, is located about 350 kilometers (220 miles) north of the federal capital, Mogadishu. The town is a key government outpost and a critical center in the fight against al-Shabab, which for years has been fighting to overthrow the federal government and impose Islamic law. The rebels entered the town after federal and local forces withdrew, according to residents and local officials. There were multiple suicide blasts just outside the town early this morning, and heavy gunfire followed, said Ahmed Abdulle, an elder in Mahaas, speaking to local media. Government troops and allied militias, known as Maawisley, pulled back shortly before al-Shabab fighters entered the town, he said. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack on Mahaas through its affiliated media channels, saying it was now in control there. There was no firm word on casualties, but a provincial representative of the National Intelligence and Security Agency was among the victims, Isse Abdi Wayel, the district commissioner of Mahaas, told reporters. The federal government has yet to release an official statement. The capture of Mahaas underscores the resilience of al-Shabab, which faces a renewed offensive from federal troops and others. The US routinely carries out airstrikes targeting al-Shabab, and African Union troops back up government troops in different parts of the Horn of Africa nation. Still, al-Shabab has been losing ground in recent months, facing a campaign of total war declared by authorities. Somali forces have recaptured several towns and villages in remote areas over the past year. Mahaas had been under government control for more than a decade and served as a so-called forward operating base in offensives targeting al-Shabab strongholds in parts of Hiraan and neighboring Galgaduud. Its loss is expected to raise questions about coordination among Somali security forces and the sustainability of recent military gains.
The Independent
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Extremist rebels capture remote but key town in central Somalia
The extremist rebels of al-Shabab seized control of the central Somali town of Mahaas on Sunday after an assault involving explosions and a ground offensive, according to witnesses. Mahaas, in the central region of Hiraan, is located about 350 kilometers (220 miles) north of the federal capital, Mogadishu. The town is a key government outpost and a critical center in the fight against al-Shabab, which for years has been fighting to overthrow the federal government and impose Islamic law. The rebels entered the town after federal and local forces withdrew, according to residents and local officials. 'There were multiple suicide blasts just outside the town early this morning, and heavy gunfire followed," said Ahmed Abdulle, an elder in Mahaas, speaking to local media. Government troops and allied militias, known as Ma'awisley, pulled back shortly before al-Shabab fighters entered the town, he said. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack on Mahaas through its affiliated media channels, saying it was now in control there. There was no firm word on casualties, but a provincial representative of the National Intelligence and Security Agency was among the victims, Isse Abdi Wayel, the district commissioner of Mahaas, told reporters. The federal government has yet to release an official statement. The capture of Mahaas underscores the resilience of al-Shabab, which faces a renewed offensive from federal troops and others. The U.S. routinely carries out airstrikes targeting al-Shabab, and African Union troops back up government troops in different parts of the Horn of Africa nation. Still, al-Shabab has been losing ground in recent months, facing a campaign of 'total war' declared by authorities. Somali forces have recaptured several towns and villages in remote areas over the past year. Mahaas had been under government control for more than a decade and served as a so-called forward operating base in offensives targeting al-Shabab strongholds in parts of Hiraan and neighboring Galgaduud. Its loss is expected to raise questions about coordination among Somali security forces and the sustainability of recent military gains.
