Driven. Confident. Persistent. Grateful. Nurturing. Creative. Irreverent. Modest. Optimistic. Playful. Frugal. Passionate. These are some words the
Most Admired Woman winners came up with when asked to describe themselves. While some stumbled and stammered and others rattled off adjectives without pausing for breath, each woman gamely embraced the challenge to share with us a bit of who she is and let her personality come through. The following profiles are based on interviews that turned into delightful conversations, complete with welcomed moments of rambling and going off on tangents that showcased the women’s intelligence, grace, and wit. The photos, too, are representative of who these women are — the clothes are all their own, the magazine providing only a request that they wear color. Together, the words and photos give a glimpse into the lives of 12 remarkable women, each having earned our admiration in her own inimitable way.
