Vogue Arabia unveils its October cover featuring Lebanon’s First Lady, Nehmat Aoun, in an exclusive story that highlights her voice, vision and values. In a rare glimpse into her life, Vogue Arabia was granted access to photograph Her Excellency both inside the presidential palace and in her childhood neighbourhood of Chiyah, capturing the duality of her role as a leader and as one of the people.
Sharing deeply personal reflections, Her Excellency, First Lady of Lebanon, Nehmat Aoun speaks candidly about her journey:
● “I would like to be remembered as a First Lady who remained, above all, one of the people. A woman whose identity was not shaped by the title, but who instead worked to reshape the title itself!”
● “Being surrounded by an unmatched role model, which is my mother and my two sisters, gave me core values and rooted beliefs. From my mother, I learned responsibility, resilience and above all, positivity in the face of challenges. She taught me that faith, compassion, family and remaining grounded in our values are the foundation on which everything else in life is built.”
● “Like so many Lebanese, I have experienced loss – losing my home, losing the people I love and witnessing the many storms our nation has endured. Yet, as the wife of an army man, surrender was never an option.”
● “As a first lady, I have made it my mission from day one to open the doors of Baabda Palace, both symbolically and practically. Whether by supporting civil society organisations, providing platforms for the youth or supporting Lebanese talents among other initiatives, I want people to feel that their voices matter and that the Palace belongs to them.”
● “Lebanese youth are not indifferent; they are discouraged, and with good reason. They have endured crisis after crisis, yet I believe they remain the key to Lebanon’s rebirth. This country’s future cannot be written without their active participation.”
● “Expressing myself through wearing Lebanese designers is about honouring that legacy of refinement, creativity and dignity that Lebanese women have carried for generations and celebrating Lebanese craftsmanship’s excellence.”
Beyond her personal story, the First Lady also shares her aspirations for Lebanon’s future, her dedication to empowering women and her ongoing support of Lebanese designers as a symbol of national pride.
Commenting on the significance of this cover, Manuel Arnaut, Head of Editorial Content at Vogue Arabia, said:
“It is an enormous honour to have Lebanon’s First Lady, Nehmat Aoun, grace our October cover. Spotlighting influential figures who embody strength, resilience and vision is a longstanding tradition of Vogue Arabia. In her, we witnessed both a determined leader committed to change and a kind human being who deeply understands her people. This feature is a celebration of Lebanon’s spirit – not the hardships it has endured, but the sophistication, creativity, and resilience that continue to define it. With Aoun’s leadership, there is a renewed sense of hope that Lebanon’s brightest days lie ahead.”
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