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I never knew that a woman wearing a hijab could be a model': Halima Aden on bringing modest fashion to the catwalk
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Halima Aden is seen backstage ahead of the Max Mara show during Milan Fashion Week | Backstage at Milan Fashion Week A/W 2017 - Fashion
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Top Model Halima Aden with Hijab before Max Mara Fashion Show, Milan Fashion Week Street Style on September Editorial Stock Photo - Image of outdoor, golden: 194566083
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