On June 7th, 2010, Supermodel Iman will receive the Fashion Icon Award at the 2010 CFDA Fashion Awards. To celebrate her achievement, high end retailer Barneys plans to dedicate two of its windows in its Madison Avenue flagship store to the Supermodel.
“I was absolutely terrified of her because she is so regal and beautiful but the minute we got off the set, we bonded wildly. We’re both immigrants; she just happens to be twice my height,” said Doonan in his interview to WWD.
Barneys unveils its installation on May 11th, 2010.
Congratulations Iman. Buy Ladybrille Magazine April 2010 Issue to read our “I am Iman, Fashion Legen” interview with the Icon.
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