After the bones mended, my left eye was smaller than my right, and my eyebrow never grew back. But you know what? Big deal. I think I became beautiful after the accident. I became kinder, more aware. Furthermore, I gained respect for other people.

— Iman

Beauty is being comfortable and confident in your own skin.

— Iman

Intelligence is sexy. Don't play dumb, especially young girls. Don't play dumb. And let people see that you are intelligent.

— Iman

I wasn't a major in political science for nothing, so I understood the politics of beauty and the politics of race when it comes to the fashion industry.

— Iman

My father... gave me a positive connection with men because he is a gentleman.

— Iman

My mother was an activist so was my father. They came from a generation of young Somalis who were actively involved in getting independence for Somalia in 1960.

— Iman

On my 50th birthday in 2005, my discount-wielding AARP card came in the mail. I hurled it in the trash, put on something fabulous, and had a decadent meal. Just the thought of putting it in my wallet felt like a concession.

— Iman

The difference between rearing a child in your 20s and one in your 50s is one of patience.

— Iman

There is no age better than another. The commitment to give of yourself and the knowledge that the time is right are what's important.

— Iman