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Here Are Some of ‘Model of the Year’ Bella Hadid’s Best Moments of 2022

Hadid was presented with the honor at the British Fashion Awards on Dec. 5.

Ananya Panchal

Bella Hadid.

Bella Hadid.

Bella Hadid made history earlier this fall when she was spray-painted live on the runway for French womenswear brand Coperni’s show during Paris Fashion Week. But that isn’t the only notable moment that comes to mind when we think of the 26-year-old’s stacked modeling career, for which she was recognized this week.

Hadid was awarded “Model of the Year” at the 2022 British Fashion Awards on Dec. 5.

“Clothes are nothing until they are brought to life by the majestic craft of the model,” said fellow model Ashley Graham before presenting Hadid with her award at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

Adut Akech, Quannah Chasinghorse, Paloma Elsesser and Lila Moss were also nominated for the award. Hadid, who struggles with Lyme disease, wasn’t in attendance at the event, so her stylist Carlos Nazario accepted the award on her behalf. A pre-recorded speech was shared on Instagram, in which Hadid noted how her background has shaped her.

“Being the daughter of a refugee father from Palestine and an immigrant mother from Holland, there’s a sort of work ethic that runs our blood,” Hadid explained. “It’s not to be the best, it’s not to be better than others, it’s just to able to succeed because our ancestors have never had an opportunity like this in their lifetime.”

“This is for the Palestinian children, this is for the Dutch children, this is for any child, immigrant or refugee that has ever had a dream,” she said. “I want to share this award with all of the models who show up every single day and work hard with little or no recognition. I know it’s not easy and I see you. I am such a small part of a huge vision, and every person and every project is just as important as the next. This award is for all of us.”

Hadid, who scored the Vogue cover in April and fronted campaigns for Versace, Marc Jacobs and Fendi (to name just a few), has had a massive year. Here’s a look at some of her most iconic moments from 2022.

Bella Hadid in spray paint

Bella Hadid in Swarovski crystals

Bella Hadid in Stella McCartney

Bella Hadid in Mugler

Bella Hadid in Givenchy

Bella Hadid in Fendi

Bella Hadid in Michael Kors

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Ananya Panchal
ANANYA PANCHAL

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit, where she covers fashion, beauty, pop culture and the internet’s favorite personalities and trends. She joined the brand in 2022 after roles at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. Panchal loves to write about fashion in all its forms—from standout runway moments and evolving street style to the best accessories to elevate each season’s wardrobe (she rarely goes anywhere without a stack of jewelry and a coffee in hand). A self-proclaimed beauty fanatic, she’s always on the hunt for must-have products and loves breaking down viral trends. Her favorite series at the moment is spotlighting female founders and the stories behind the brands they’ve built—especially those shaping the future of fashion, wellness and tech. She is based between New York City and San Francisco and, when she’s not writing, can be found rewatching One Tree Hill, playing sudoku, trying new restaurants or ranking her favorite Disney Channel Original Movies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and journalism with a minor in criminal justice from Boston University.

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