Africa is best known for its diverse culture of eclectic music sounds, authentic cuisine, and unique fashion pieces from all over the continent. It has also been home to a number of women who have made names for themselves in the fashion industry.
Depending on the location, different parts of Africa have different styles of dress for their inhabitants. Egypt's fashion is heavily influenced by Middle Eastern culture, while people in Southern Africa rely on distinctive shirts native to their land. The country of South Africa, for example, is known for the Madiba shirt, which is a silk shirt Nelson Mandela popularized during his time as a politician.
Many African models have made their way into mainstream success by modelling for different outlets such as Victoria's Secret, Ralph Lauren, and Dolce & Gabbana. Some of them have also changed the way we perceive beauty.
We put together some of these top ten attractive ladies as they've graced us with their presence through print advertisements and television spots as well as runway looks. Let the countdown begin...
10. Fatima Siad
Fatima Siad is a Somali-Ethiopian fashion model best known for placing third on America's Next Top Model, Cycle 10.
After a rough upbringing in Somalia, Siad and her mother relocated to the United States, where she grew up in Boston. She studied pre-med and political science between New York University and Bryn Mawr College.
Her print work includes advertisements for Marie Claire, CosmoGirl, and the Spring 2012 Herve Leger campaign by Max Azria. She also walked the runway during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in the Spring/Summer 2009. During her time on America's Next Top Model, she was criticized for not being able to take direction from anyone. Her strong portfolio helped her place third in the competition.
Depending on the location, different parts of Africa have different styles of dress for their inhabitants. Egypt's fashion is heavily influenced by Middle Eastern culture, while people in Southern Africa rely on distinctive shirts native to their land. The country of South Africa, for example, is known for the Madiba shirt, which is a silk shirt Nelson Mandela popularized during his time as a politician.
Many African models have made their way into mainstream success by modelling for different outlets such as Victoria's Secret, Ralph Lauren, and Dolce & Gabbana. Some of them have also changed the way we perceive beauty.
We put together some of these top ten attractive ladies as they've graced us with their presence through print advertisements and television spots as well as runway looks. Let the countdown begin...
10. Fatima Siad
Fatima Siad is a Somali-Ethiopian fashion model best known for placing third on America's Next Top Model, Cycle 10.
After a rough upbringing in Somalia, Siad and her mother relocated to the United States, where she grew up in Boston. She studied pre-med and political science between New York University and Bryn Mawr College.
Her print work includes advertisements for Marie Claire, CosmoGirl, and the Spring 2012 Herve Leger campaign by Max Azria. She also walked the runway during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in the Spring/Summer 2009. During her time on America's Next Top Model, she was criticized for not being able to take direction from anyone. Her strong portfolio helped her place third in the competition.
