This archive report was first published on 13 September 2019.
On September 13, 2019, Halima Aden, a 21-year-old American fashion model born in Kenya, made headlines by becoming the first hijabi contestant in the Miss Minnesota USA pageant.
With her hijab proudly in place, Aden walked the catwalk and captured the hearts of many with her stunning looks and confident demeanor.
Since then, Aden has walked on numerous catwalks and has been featured on the cover of several magazines, solidifying her status as a hijabi supermodel.
As she continues to break barriers in the fashion industry, Aden remains an inspiration to many, proving that beauty and modesty can go hand-in-hand.
