It comes as no big surprise, Adut Akech is the newest brand ambassador and face of Valentino Beauty.
The 23-year-old model announced the new gig on Instagram yesterday with a beautiful face well pampered with makeup. In the shoot captured by Elio Rosato and makeup done by English makeup artist Lucia Pieroni, the South Sudanese-Australian model oozed pure beauty as she smoldered in a range of stunning pieces from the luxury Italian label.
“Writing a new chapter in our beauty story as the newest Ambassador and Face of Valentino Beauty ✨,” the runway beauty shared the exciting news on Instagram. “I feel extremely honored and proud to be continue our story and journey together @valentino.beauty @maisonvalentino. What a pinch me moment!! 💗💗💗.”
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In confirmation of the announcement, the brand also shared the campaign video where Akech is flaunting a diverse range of stunning beauty looks — from dramatic eyeshadow to lustrous lips. For Valentino, partnering with the model is a “story of shared values.”
“The perfect match,” the brand captioned the video. “The story of Valentino and @adutakech is a story of shared values. It is a story of respect for the uniqueness of each individuality, in a world where everyone should be celebrated and dare to celebrate themselves.”
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Adut Akech has a longstanding relationship with the Italian fashion powerhouse. She’s the muse of Valentino’s Pierpaolo Piccioli and the current ambassador for the brand’s latest perfume, Born in Roma, so being the new face of Valentino Beauty is truly a match made in heaven.
Photo: Instagram.com/adutakech
