She is a true Parisian and the founder of the intimate care brand, Wumi, while he is an award-winning composer and outspoken advocate for peace in Lebanon. Najwa and Omar Harfouch might be making progressive moves in different fields, but the father-daughter duo share one thing in common: a sharp sense of personal style and level-headed outlook on life.
āEverything from love, nothing by force.ā
Describe your father in three words.
Loyal, optimist, hard-working.
What is your favourite memory of your dad when you were growing up?
Anytime he would play the piano. He's a pianist and composer.
Have you picked up any habits or routines from your dad?
Yes, especially in my late 20ās, having a smaller circle, eating early lunch and dinner, and going to the same restaurants.
In what ways are you both similar and different?
We are similar in our way of navigating life. We both took our main lessons with life experiences and are keen to change our minds and points of view, leading to growth. But we are different in living the experience: my father is more pragmatic and practical and I am more emotional and sensitive.
What role does your dad play in your life these days?
He is my confidant and life advisor.
Whatās your favourite thing to do together?
We discuss life, history, politics, nature, and dream projects. We also like to swim together in the summer.
What are the style and life lessons youāve learned from your dad?
My dad once brought me in front of an old chapel with the saying, āTout par amour, Rien par la forceā written on it. Translated from French, it means āEverything from love, nothing by forceā.
What pieces define your dadās style?
His glasses and sunglasses, for sure.
Whatās one piece of advice your dad has given you that youāve taken to heart over the years?
You hold all the answers to your questions within yourself.
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