10 Quotes & Sayings By Iman

Iman is a model, television personality and entrepreneur. She was born in Tehran, Iran and raised in New York City. Her career as a model and actress began at the age of 15 and has spanned over twenty years. She has appeared on the cover of both GQ and Vogue, as well as gracing the pages of numerous magazines all over the world Read more

Her accomplishments as a model include working for Calvin Klein, Versace, Givenchy and Armani.

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After the bones mended, my left eye was smaller than my right, and my eyebrow never grew back. But you know what? Big deal. I think I became beautiful after the accident. I became kinder, more aware. I gained respect for other people. Iman
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I wasn't a major in political science for nothing, so I understood the politics of beauty and the politics of race when it comes to the fashion industry. Iman
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The difference between rearing a child in your 20s and one in your 50s is one of patience. Iman
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Intelligence is sexy. Don't play dumb, especially young girls. Don't play dumb. And let people see that you are intelligent. Iman
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My mother was an activist so was my father. They came from a generation of young Somalis who were actively involved in getting independence for Somalia in 1960. Iman
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There is no age better than another. The commitment to give of yourself and the knowledge that the time is right are what's important. Iman
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My father... gave me a positive connection with men because he is a gentleman. Iman
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On my 50th birthday in 2005, my discount-wielding AARP card came in the mail. I hurled it in the trash, put on something fabulous, and had a decadent meal. Just the thought of putting it in my wallet felt like a concession. Iman
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Beauty is being comfortable and confident in your own skin. Iman