About
Imaan Hammam is a Dutch fashion model with Egyptian‑Moroccan roots who has become one of the defining faces of her generation. Since opening a Paris runway as a teenager, she has appeared on 22 Vogue covers and now sits on models.com’s coveted “Industry Icons” list. In the past two years alone she has fronted Bottega Veneta’s vibrant Spring/Summer 2024 visuals, starred in Jacquemus’s sculptural campaign, and graced Vogue Arabia’s March 2025 cover in a spirited conversation with footballer Achraf Hakimi about heritage, fame, and purpose.
Hammam’s appeal reaches well beyond stunning photographs. Whether walking Ralph Lauren’s festive 2024 runway in New York or getting ready for the 2025 Met Gala while joking with followers on TikTok, she projects warmth and confidence that resonate with audiences who rarely see Afro‑Arab Muslim women in high‑fashion spaces. Her signature curls, direct gaze, and upbeat candor have made her a role model for inclusivity and self‑acceptance.
Before Fame
Hammam was born in Amsterdam on October 5, 1996 to an Egyptian musician father and a Moroccan mother who had emigrated to the Netherlands at nineteen and later taught Dutch to other newcomers. The household was lively—Arabic, Dutch, and snippets of English floated through family conversations—but life was not always easy. After her parents’ divorce when she was eleven, Imaan and younger sister Aisha stayed with their mother, whose sewing skills helped inspire her daughters’ creative streak.
At thirteen, Imaan was spotted by a talent scout while passing through Amsterdam Central Station and signed to local agency CODE Management. Three years later, VIVA Model Management whisked her to Paris; at seventeen she opened Givenchy’s Spring 2014 show, instantly attracting international press and a string of back‑to‑back Vogue spreads. That breakout moment set the rhythm for a career built on daring castings, a relentless work ethic, and the ability to glide from haute couture runways to relaxed street style with equal grace.
Trivia
- Languages: Trilingual in Arabic, Dutch, and English, she loves switching tongues mid‑sentence—especially when teaching colleagues Arabic phrases backstage.
- Hair Journey: Early in her career she fought to keep her curls straight; embracing their natural texture became a turning point that, in her own words, “changed everything.”
- Philanthropy: A long‑time global ambassador for She’s the First, Hammam co‑hosted the nonprofit’s tenth‑anniversary gala, helping raise US $300,000 for girls’ education. She also supports the Grassroots initiative that mentors young women worldwide.
- Activism: Each Ramadan she reminds followers to keep Palestine in their prayers, using her platform to speak on empathy, human rights, and cultural pride.
- Record‑breaking Covers: As of 2024 she had appeared on all four “Big Four” Vogue editions—American, British, French, and Italian—joining an elite circle of contemporary supermodels.
Family Life
Despite a globe‑trotting schedule, Imaan remains deeply connected to her close‑knit clan. She frequently credits her mother’s resilience—and skill with a sewing machine—for nurturing both creativity and humility. Group video calls with her five siblings are routine, and she often shares birthday snapshots featuring her sister Aisha, a budding stylist.
Romantic details rarely surface on her social feeds; instead, she highlights family gatherings, Eid celebrations, and community events where North African dishes, laughter, and Arabic music fill the room. Her Ramadan messages underscore the importance of faith, reflection, and solidarity with marginalized communities. In interviews she has said that returning to Amsterdam for holidays helps her “stay the same girl who ran through Vondelpark after school,” grounding the high‑fashion whirlwind in everyday love.
Associated With
Hammam’s runway résumé reads like a roll‑call of modern fashion: Givenchy, Prada, Chanel, Fendi, and Versace, plus contemporary powerhouses such as Jacquemus and Bottega Veneta. Beauty‑wise, Estée Lauder chose her as a global face, citing her cross‑cultural resonance.
Off‑set, she bonds with trailblazing figures who share her passion for representation. Vogue Arabia paired her with football sensation Achraf Hakimi for a candid 2025 cover dialogue about identity and ambition. Earlier, the magazine’s first anniversary honored Imaan alongside legendary model Iman, linking two generations of Black, Arab‑heritage icons. Industry veterans such as Naomi Campbell have praised Imaan’s authenticity, while younger peers cite her openness about self‑confidence as an inspiration.
