Ameni Esseibi is a Tunisian-born fashion model and lifestyle influencer based in Dubai, UAE. Ameni Esseibi is the first curvy model in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She made a noteworthy appearance on the catwalk at Weinsanto’s Spring 2023 runway show, which put her in the spotlight.
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Ameni began her modeling career at 18, driven by a passion to represent curvy Arab women and promote body positivity, self-love, and inclusivity in the fashion industry.
She is French-educated, holds a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design from the American University in the Emirates.
In 2023, she made a noteworthy appearance on the catwalk at Paris Fashion Week Weinsanto’s Spring/Summer runway show.
After that, she was also appointed as the first plus-sized ambassador for the Arab Fashion Council in March 2024.
She made history as the first Arab plus-size model to walk in Paris Fashion Week for designers like Victor Weinsanto and Georges Hobeika.
Esseibi has worked with major brands like Jean Paul Gaultier, H&M, Farfetch, Charlotte Tilbury, and Namshi.
She has been featured in publications such as Vogue Arabia, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Cosmopolitan.
Despite facing online criticism, she remains committed to authenticity, rejecting photo retouching and promoting the idea that health and beauty are not defined by size.
