Former Haredi Woman Humi Polk Becomes Fashion Stylist While Maintaining Modest Roots

Humi Polk, a well-known fashion stylist in Israel, has gained recent public attention not only for her work dressing artists and productions but also as the partner of musician and judge Assaf Amdursky. Polk first styled Amdursky about four years ago for a fashion shoot, but their romantic relationship began only a year and a half ago after reconnecting at a dinner with mutual friends. They kept their relationship private for nearly a year before it became public six months ago. Despite their 19-year age gap, Polk describes Amdursky as youthful and driven, and appreciates his clarity about what he wants.

Polk’s personal background contrasts with her edgy, hipster style. Born in Jerusalem to a large Haredi family, she was raised in a strict religious environment and attended Beit Yaakov school until ninth grade. After being expelled for a minor infraction, she faced social ostracism and eventually left the Haredi community. She traveled extensively, working various jobs including selling beauty products in London, before returning to Israel and entering the fashion industry at age 25. Polk transitioned from studying architecture to styling, working hard to establish herself by collaborating with photographers and agencies.

Although she embraces an eclectic and vintage-inspired style, Polk remains committed to modesty, influenced by her religious upbringing. She avoids revealing clothing and continues to work with clients from the Haredi sector, understanding their cultural nuances. Polk also styles prominent figures like singer Frieda, helping to craft distinctive looks. While she has styled Amdursky professionally, she prefers to keep their personal and work lives separate.

Polk acknowledges the challenge of being recognized primarily as Amdursky’s partner but emphasizes her independent career achievements. She describes her style as versatile and refined, blending high fashion with modest elements rooted in her past. Her story reflects a journey from a conservative religious upbringing to a successful career in the mainstream fashion world while maintaining ties to her heritage.