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Alima - a very beautiful woman from Somalia
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Alima - a very beautiful woman from Somalia
Alima - a very beautiful woman from Somalia, wearing a wrap-around dress of patterned fabric, headscarf and bead necklace. Date: circa late 1920s
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Attire Beautiful Cloth Fabric Hands Hips Patterned Sandals Smile Smiles Somalia Somalian Tilted
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This image showcases Alima, a stunningly beautiful woman from the East African country of Somalia, circa late 1920s. Dressed in traditional attire, Alima wears a wrap-around dress made of vibrant, patterned fabric. The intricate design of the fabric, with its rich hues and geometric shapes, enhances the fluidity of her graceful form. The dress is cinched at the waist, accentuating her hourglass figure, and falls to the ground, revealing the intricate details of her sandals. Alima's head is adorned with a delicate headscarf, which frames her radiant face and enhances her striking features. A bead necklace, made of intricately woven beads, adds an elegant touch to her ensemble. Her hands are delicately placed on her hips, exuding confidence and poise. Her smile, warm and inviting, captivates the viewer and invites them into a moment of connection with this enchanting woman. The 1920s, also known as the "Roaring Twenties," was a time of great cultural and social change, and this image offers a rare glimpse into the beauty and fashion of Somalia during this era. The combination of Alima's timeless beauty and the intricacies of her traditional attire make this photograph a true treasure, transporting us to a bygone era and offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Somalia and the African continent as a whole.
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