Liya Kebede

[TomFordforGucci]

^^I love how textured Liya's hair was styled

 

[J'ador-DioR]

Backstage at J. Mendel

Backstage at Michael Kors ( with her daughter, Raee)

77visions

 

[J'ador-DioR]

And she also has a editorial with a bunch of other girls in Self Service FW07 by Mario Sorrenti

 

[Mchunu]

does anyone have her newest H&M campaign?
she's with a model with a platinum blonde hair cut
it's not Agyness & It's def. not Anja
i would love if they're posted please & thank youBblush:

 

[J'ador-DioR]

^ I haven't seen it yet either

Givenchy Fall04







lerage.com

 

[Ferdinanda]

What does this mean?

Rhoda, a 20-year-old from Chevy Chase, Md., joins a long line of faces who became ubiquitous on billboards, commercials and beauty counters the world over, thanks to the cosmetic giant. Karen Graham was its first contract model, and she lasted 15 years (this before retouching). In the 1990s, the brand made Paulina Porizkova one of the most famous faces on the planet. It also launched the modeling career of Elizabeth Hurley, who, at the time, was known primarily for being Hugh Grant's girlfriend. Next came supermodels Carolyn Murphy and Liya Kibede (who is being phased out this year).

source!

Liya won't front estee Lauder anymore?

 

[cestmagique]

^apparently... that sucks.

 

[Fabulyss]

Rhoda is so ugly!! Urggghhhh

 

[J'ador-DioR]

I think that they mean that her prominence in their campaigns has gradually declined since she has signed up with them in 2003. Which is true, you only ever see Carolyn Murphy's ads in stores and magazines. But if they are terminating her contract than that's really weird because she just recently shot a commercial for them which will debut this fall (along with the other girls). Eitherway, i wouldn't be surprised if she won't work for them anymore. There's simply no place for black models in fashion or cosmetic brands these days.

 

[ntrlytanned doll]

What do you mean there's no place for black models in fashion and cosmetic brands? I think that the places for african american models should be made in these industries. I may have interpeted your words wrong but the way you just put that is offensive to african american women.

 

[J'ador-DioR]

What do you mean there's no place for black models in fashion and cosmetic brands? I think that the places for african american models should be made in these industries. I may have interpeted your words wrong but the way you just put that is offensive to african american women.

I didn't mean to offend. I've just stated an observation. There's no doubt in anyone's mind that black models are being eclipsed and ignored by the industry & their counterparts, which gives the impression that the industry is conciously excluding us
After re-reading my post, i admit that it sounds pretty harsh but there's no point in sugar-coating the truth is there?

 

[sepia]

Wow. That's severely disappointing.

But you know, Estee Lauder never really gave Liya a position of prominence. They may have just wanted her as their "token black woman" because they'd entered the 21st century and still hadn't given a contract to a black woman.

I hope Liya finds something else that will give her the recognition she deserves.

 

[ShanaLucas]

After re-reading my post, i admit that it sounds pretty harsh but there's no point in sugar-coating the truth is there?

I understood what you meant and no, there is no point in sugar-coating the truth. I've posted my views on fashion and people of color ad nauseum here at tFS. I won't go into detail again and this thread isn't exactly the place for it (or is it?) but I will state that the situation is sad and just plain frustrating.

And yes, dear Sepia, I agree -- Liya deserves so much more recognition in the industry.

 

[ntrlytanned doll]

Wow. That's severely disappointing.

But you know, Estee Lauder never really gave Liya a position of prominence. They may have just wanted her as their "token black woman" because they'd entered the 21st century and still hadn't given a contract to a black woman.
I hope Liya finds something else that will give her the recognition she deserves.

Wow. That's severely disappointing.
DITTO!

 

[J'ador-DioR]

Rag & Bone SS08 (HQ)




thecelebritycity.com

 

[J'ador-DioR]

Liya on a Q&A session with Al-Jazeera about her involvement with the WHO

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYD4eQMQD00

 

[foxglove]

She's so beautiful, and I love that video. She's so caring.

 

[sharkslayerlola]

Thanks for this video.. She is just PERFECT!! I'm at a loss for words... Liya is a gorgeous angel...

 

[Vini]

Diane Von Furstenberg NY S/S 08
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[Vini]

Diane Von Furstenberg NY S/S 08
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