By In a defining moment for Arab representation in global fashion, Tara Emad has been officially named to the Business of Fashion (BoF) 500 list for 2025, becoming the only Egyptian to make the list this year. Her inclusion marks a major milestone — not just for her career, but for Egypt’s presence in the international fashion scene
Who Is Tara Emad
Tara Emad is no stranger to the spotlight. With a successful career that bridges acting and modeling, she has long been recognized as one of Egypt’s most stylish and talented public figures. Her work spans Egyptian cinema, international fashion campaigns, and red carpets across the Arab world
But her inclusion in the BoF 500 isn’t just about star power — it’s about influence, cultural impact, and creative contribution
What Is BoF (Business of Fashion)
The Business of Fashion (BoF) is a globally respected platform that provides deep insight, reporting, and analysis on the fashion industry. Founded in London in 2007, BoF quickly evolved from a fashion blog into a leading authority on the intersection of creativity and commerce in fashion
The platform serves as a vital resource for fashion designers, executives, creatives, and students worldwide — covering everything from trends and sustainability to innovation and business strategy
What Is the BoF 500
Each year, BoF publishes the BoF 500 list, an exclusive index of the 500 most influential people in global fashion. This list honors those shaping the future of the industry — across design, business, media, culture, and creativity
:The BoF 500 include
Leading fashion designers and creative directors
Models, photographers, and stylists
CEOs and brand leaders
Journalists and fashion editors
Cultural innovators and changemakers
Being featured is one of the highest forms of recognition in the fashion world — a testament to not only visibility but lasting impact
Why Tara Emad’s Inclusion Matters
Tara Emad’s presence on the BoF 500 list in 2025 is historic. She isn’t just the only Egyptian this year — she’s one of the very few Arab women ever to be recognized by the BoF on a global scale
:Her inclusion
Puts Egyptian talent on the global fashion radar
Celebrates Arab women who challenge norms and elevate the creative industry
Encourages broader cultural representation in a traditionally Western-dominated space
Signals a growing influence of Middle Eastern creatives in global media and fashion
Notable Names on the BoF 500 List 2025
:Tara shares the list with some of the most iconic names shaping fashion today, including
Jonathan Anderson – Designer behind LOEWE’s cutting-edge reinvention
Sami Miro – Championing sustainable fashion and upcycled design
Kim Jones – Artistic Director of Dior Men, redefining menswear
Anok Yai – Top model and a symbol of modern, inclusive beauty
Maya Jama – British media personality and rising fashion icon
While each person brings something unique, they all share one thing: they’re redefining the fashion world from the inside out
What’s Next for Tara Emad
As a newly inducted BoF 500 member, the future is wide open for Tara. Fashion insiders anticipate bigger campaigns, front-row appearances at international fashion weeks, and perhaps even a transition into creative direction or brand collaborations
She’s not just walking in the footsteps of global fashion icons — she’s carving out a lane of her own
A Win for Egypt and the Arab World
Tara Emad’s BoF 500 recognition in 2025 is more than personal achievement — it’s a cultural statement. It’s proof that the Arab world is no longer just a consumer of global fashion but a growing creative force shaping it
With grace, talent, and unwavering authenticity, Tara is carrying Egypt onto the world stage — and she’s doing it in style
