Bold Soul, Vintage Spirit
As part of our ongoing Icons series — where we spotlight boundary-breaking models around the world — we asked Hanane a few questions to explore the soul behind the style. What followed was a beautiful reflection on inspiration, identity, and the art of being unapologetically yourself.
Hanane: Between Softness and Strength
To dive deeper into her world, we asked Hanane a few questions about her style, inspirations, and what it means to express identity through fashion.
Her answers reflect not just a model, but a storyteller — one who dresses with purpose, passion, and soul. Here’s what she shared with us.
Q1: Could you share a short bio or quote that reflects your journey or style as a model?
“My style is a mix of bold and free — it’s messy, emotional, textured, and deeply rooted in feeling rather than logic. I didn’t grow up thinking I’d model or be seen in this way, but I’ve always been obsessed with aesthetics and expression. Clothes were my first form of communication — before I found the words. As I grew older, I realized that modeling gave me the power to shape narrative, not just wear clothes. I don’t see myself as just a model, but a visual narrator. I choose pieces that hold history, things that carry a story — and then I make them part of mine. That’s what my style is: a quiet rebellion and an ongoing evolution.”
Q2: What or who inspires you the most in your modeling or creative work?
“I’m drawn to people who express complexity — especially women who are both soft and strong, fragile and fierce. Imaan Hammam, for example, represents that beautifully. Her work isn’t just visual — it speaks to identity, pride, and culture. I also find inspiration in the past — films from the 70s, old family photos, Moroccan textures, vintage record stores… places and things that feel untouched by time. There’s something sacred about nostalgia. It slows me down and helps me connect with who I am and what I want to create. Music is a big part of that too — the kind that makes you feel something deep in your chest.”
Q3: Who is your personal icon?
“Imaan Hammam, 100%. She changed the way I saw myself in fashion. There’s a calm confidence to her — like she doesn’t need to prove anything, but she always makes an impact. I admire how she’s embraced her background while owning every space she walks into. She feels real to me, and in an industry that can be so performative, that authenticity is rare. She’s not just a model — she’s a symbol. She taught me that you don’t have to water yourself down to be seen.”
Q4 : How would you describe your personal style?
“It’s a conversation between softness and chaos. There are days I want to wear something romantic — lace, soft layers, delicate earrings. And other days, it’s boots, oversized leather jackets, torn denim. I’m inspired by the unexpected: rock bands, desert landscapes, forgotten fabrics. My style is never perfect — and I like it that way. It’s layered, unpredictable, and mood-driven. I don’t dress to be watched — I dress to be felt. There’s always something nostalgic about the pieces I choose. Even when I’m wearing something new, I want it to feel like it came from another life.”
Q5 : What message or energy would you like us to highlight in your feature?
“I want the feature to feel like freedom. Like breath. Like standing in your power without needing to explain it. I believe in softness, not as something weak, but as something radical — especially in the world we live in. Femininity for me isn’t about playing small. It’s about trusting your intuition, honoring your culture, and taking up space with grace. I hope this feature shows that beauty is layered — it can be fragile, raw, loud, sacred… all at once. And it always starts from within. Clothes are just the outer poetry.”
Bold Soul, Vintage Spirit
Style as spirit. Fashion as identity. Power in softness.
