Hostage survivor Noa Argamani has become one of the most prominent figures in Israel and around the world in recent months, using her public platform to convey one clear message – the return of all hostages home. 27-year-old Argamani received prestigious recognition when she was included in TIME magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
On Saturday night, at the magazine's glamorous gala in New York, Argamani appeared on the red carpet in a stunning yellow maxi dress, designed by Israeli designer Eli Tala. The dress was sewn in just three days before her flight to New York, and Argamani managed to convey a powerful and important message in an elegant and dignified way. The choice of yellow is not coincidental, of course. It's the color that has become the global symbol for the struggle to return all hostages, including Argamani's partner, Avinatan Or, who has been held captive by Hamas for 569 days.
"It's my honor to be part of such significant representation and to design for you, Noa, a symbolic dress that represents the return of our hostages for 567 days now. I'm proud of you and sure that an entire country feels like me about you being chosen as one of the 100 most influential people in the world and walking the red carpet of TIME magazine," Tala wrote.
The dress, in an elegant one-shoulder design, was made of satin fabric in a soft, refined yellow shade that shimmered under the camera flashes. The dress cut was classic A-style – fitted at the top and gradually widening toward the skirt, creating a flowing and sophisticated look. The meticulous design of the draping and folds gave the dress a luxurious and unforgettable appearance.
Argamani's participation in this prestigious event places her alongside other distinguished individuals included in the list, among them US President Donald Trump, Argentine President Javier Milei, billionaire Elon Musk, and Hollywood stars like Scarlett Johansson and Blake Lively.
The TIME100 gala is one of the most prestigious events on New York's calendar, bringing together icons, leaders, and influencers from all industries around the world for an evening of dialogue and celebration. For Argamani, it was another opportunity to remind the world that the struggle to return the hostages continues, and that those still in captivity must not be forgotten.
While we've become accustomed to seeing Argamani in simple and modest appearances in recent months, her impressive and elegant appearance on the red carpet conveyed a clear message of determination, strength, and hope – values that have become symbolic of the struggle to bring the hostages home.
