Yes...She Also Speaks!!!

Alek Wek, one of the most notable supermodels, is using her voice to speak out about her life as a model. More importantly, she speaks about the crisis that has plagued her birth country Sudan, in her new book entitled, "Alek Wek: From the Streets of the Sudan to the Runways of Milan & New York". Born the seventh of nine children in Wau, Sudan; Alek Wek and her family were thrust into a ruthless civil war that killed nearly 2 million people. The book takes an in depth look into this country's crisis of refugees and the horrors she faced growing up. This is an impeccable story detailing her flee from the war, on foot, and escaping to London only to become the next African American supermodel. "Alek Wek" gives an inside look into the life of a unique supermodel and showcases the rise of a young model to supermodel who was most notable because of her non-European looks.

If you are a die hard fashion fan, I would suggest this book to read because, not only does it give you a glimpse into the fashion world, it also serves as an eye opener by teaching us on the history of the Sudanese conflict, and raises awareness about refugees.

The book is scheduled for release on August 28, 2007 and you can find it at all of your major book retailers.

Alek Wek has been modeling for over 10 years and I believe she, like many others have made a lasting impression on the fashion world. She has a handbag collection, "Wek 1933" and is also an active member of the U.S. Committee for Refugees' Advisory Council.

Look for our Alek Wek spread in our "M-M-M Good" Section, as she has been chosen as our Mauve Model of the Month September!