Alek Wek in "Essence"


"I wear what fits my body well and feels comfortable, so I can carry on with whatever I’m doing, without restriction."

ALEK WEK, 30

My Occupation: Model, designer and creator of Wek1933

A Day in My Life: “I wake up at 6:30 or 7:00, do some stretches, grab a tea at the coffee shop, then I’ll focus and coordinate meetings for my humanitarian work. Throughout the day I check E-mails and phone Europe to follow up on my bag production, delivery and marketing.”

My Style Philosophy: “Style is what you make of it.”

My Fashion Staples: Any of my Wek1933 bags, Hermés Scarves
WHAT ALEK WEK IS WEARING IN THE PICTURE:
Diane von Furstenberg khaki dress.
Louis Vuitton hoops.
Objects Organique Collection by K. Brunini cuff.
Wek1933 bag.
Stuart Weitzman stilettos.

[source: ESSENCE.COM]