Alek Wek (born 16 April 1977) is a South Sudanese-British supermodel, designer, and humanitarian whose groundbreaking career reshaped the fashion industry’s standards of beauty. She rose to prominence in the mid-1990s, becoming one of the first African models to achieve international success and appearing on the covers of Elle, Vogue, and i-D, as well as walking for designers like Chanel, John Galliano, and Alexander McQueen. Wek's presence on the runway and in campaigns was more than aesthetic—it was historic, bringing much-needed representation and opening doors for generations to come.

Her style is the epitome of effortless elegance, blending classic tailoring with bold, modern silhouettes and textures. Often favouring architectural pieces and rich colour palettes, Wek brings a strong, statuesque grace to everything she wears. Her eyewear choices are equally refined: oversized square frames, angular cat-eyes, and minimalist metal styles in gold or tortoiseshell. Brands like Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, and Linda Farrow reflect her timeless yet fashion-forward sensibility. Whether attending art galas or international fashion weeks, Alek Wek’s sunglasses are an extension of her legacy—iconic, intelligent, and quietly commanding.