Kendra Spears

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[Bernadette]

Thanks for all the updates.
Ms. Spears is perfect: she is a supermodel, she holds a BA in sociology, she has a strong interest in arts and architecture, she is going to be a princess...

 

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[Bernadette]

Prince Rahim Aga Khan and Miss Kendra Spears are going to marry on 31 August in Geneva, Switzerland.

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She looks so stunning, what a lovely couple they are

 

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Mawlana Hazar Imam, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa and members of the Imam’s family pose for a photograph with the members of the Ismaili Leaders’ International Forum after the nikah ceremony. Photo: TheIsmaili / Gary Otte

 

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Mawlana Hazar Imam, Prince Rahim, Princess Salwa and members of the Imam’s family pose for a photograph with the members of the Ismaili Leaders’ International Forum after the nikah ceremony. Photo: TheIsmaili / Gary Otte

Were her parents at the wedding?

 

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[Bernadette]

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A Quick Paris Fashion Week Chit-Chat With Model Kendra Spears.- Julia Frakes.

Kendra Spears's glamazon 5'10" frame and Cindy Crawford-esque mole has been on nearly every influential casting director's shortlist this Fall 2009. Shortly after Kendra conquered the Milan catwalks (highlights include Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Gianfranco Ferré, Emilio Pucci and Moschino), I caught up with the all-American beauty for a quick chit-chat just before the Parisian presentations -– and have since spotted her at the likes of Nina Ricci, Lanvin, Loewe, Givenchy, Costume National, Yves Saint Laurent, Giambattista Valli, Chanel and Valentino. At only 20 years old, the model student with a passion for architecture has already completed her studies at Portland State University (after graduating high school early with an associate's degree via a dual-credit program) and is now dedicating herself full-time to modeling: landing the covers of Cover and Amica as well as recent acclaimed editorials in V Magazine, 10 Magazine, Another and Vogue Italia.

What makes you laugh uncontrollably?
When people say funny things without realizing it and my friend Ariel, who could make me crack up in the middle of a funeral!

Do you ever become homesick while traveling? Do you bring any mementos or keepsakes from home with you?
I feel like I'm perpetually a bit homesick, even when I'm "home" in New York. I always have one picture of me and my boyfriend and one of my family.

What is the most stressful aspect of fashion week? And the best part?
Hmm... the most stressful part is not knowing your schedule. It's never certain how late you'll work on a given night; even when you finally do return home, chances are that you may have to head back for a re-fitting or something of that nature. The best part is just hanging out backstage with all your friends.

What are your hobbies or hidden talents that may surprise people?
Design -- not clothing but buildings. I read tons, which could be considered a talent in this industry!

Your recently released Viviane Sassen, Miles Aldridge and Willy Vanderperre editorials have garnered rave reviews. How do you manage to communicate the photographer's vision through the images?
Well that's hard to say exactly because every photographer works so differently. With Miles, he would give me different scenarios –- like a cute boy just walked in, try to get his attention! While Viviane essentially let me do my thing and suggested ideas along the way.

Who are some of your fictional heroes?
I just finished East of Eden by John Steinbeck wherein there is a character named Sam Hamilton that everyone loved and admired long after his death. He wasn't necessarily a hero, but he was a great man.

What are your last thoughts prior to stepping out onto the runway?
I think to myself: "please don't fall!" and "let me look as beautiful as these clothes that I'm wearing!"

Do you believe in luck?
I used to... but now I know that absolutely everything happens for a reason.

What have you learned about yourself from modeling?
I know how much I can endure, when I need a break, and that food is very important to my happiness!

What is your favorite meal of the day? How would you rate your cooking ability?
Hands down, breakfast. It's the meal that starts your day. I'm a good cook... I think! Before I moved here I often baked and made big meals for my family. Unfortunately it's all about practice and it is hard to cook when I don't even have time to do my laundry.

Are there any organizations or foundations that are particularly close to your heart?
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. When I did the Ford Supermodel of the World contest last January, we took two kids receiving treatment there to Build-A-Bear Workshop. It was an incredible experience to talk with them and their families! It's such an amazing institution.

Who do you trust more than anyone else?
My boyfriend, Aaron

Do you ascribe to a particular life philosophy?
Not to take things too seriously.

This story was published on March 10, 2009. Source: papermag.com

 

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Kendra Spears: Model To Princess

AMERICAN model Kendra Spears became a princess yesterday when she married the eldest son of the Aga Khan, Prince Rahim. The couple married in a traditional Muslim ceremony - attended by just family and close friends - at Château de Bellerive, on the shores of Lake Geneva, Switzerland. Spears converted to Islam before the wedding, as commentators had predicted she would, as Prince Rahim is the spiritual leader of the world's Shia Ismaili Muslims.

Important details aside, let's allow ourselves a moment to reflect on what every wedding is really about: the dress. Happily, Spears looked fairytale-perfect in a traditional sari in ivory and gold, teamed with delicate jewellery, nude sandals and a soft chignon. Bridal bliss.

Known when she began her career as the "next Cindy Crawford" - thanks in part to her distinctive upper-lip mole - Spears was discovered when she was the runner-up in the famous Ford Models Supermodel of the World competition in 2008, while still wearing braces on her teeth. Soon after, she was chosen by Miuccia Prada as one of the faces of her autumn/winter 2009 Prada campaign, and has since become a prolific catwalk model - gracing the catwalks of Chanel, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Armani and Gucci to name but a few.

The couple - who both graduated from American universities (Kendra from Portland and Prince Rahim from Brown) - revealed their engagement just four months ago, and both expressed at the time their delight and excitement at the forthcoming wedding.

Fortunately, Spears should have plenty of women on hand to ease her transition from model to princess, since she is by no means the first model to marry into the family - although she is certainly the most high profile. Prince Rahim's British mother, Princess Salimah Aga Khan, was a model known as Sarah Croker-Poole before her marriage, while Prince Rahim's younger brother, Prince Hussain, married American model Kristin White in 2006.

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[Jelavender]

Vogue UK October 2013 (Next advertorial)
Kendra Spears by David Armstrong
Styled by Joanna Schlenzka

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[HeatherAnne]

One of her better editorials
Though I dislike the cat flick eyeliner on her.

 

[KassiaMarina]

I wonder if her modeling career will be effected with her marriage. Will she no longer do certain editorials etc? She looks lovely in Vogue UK.