Emily O Rata. FORD's Sultry Vixen.

Emily O Rata feels like she's letting people down when she tells them she's not Brazilian. But being a Polish-European mix doesn't hurt Em's chances at being one of FORD's sexiest models. Being curvier than the typical fashion model hasn't stopped Emily from booking great jobs including a Boulee Billboard on Sunset Blvd, Cosmopolitan, 944 Miami, Swim Suit Issue of Surf Magazine, Forever 21, and a very steamy XOXO Campaign Photographed and Filmed by John Urbano. What's cool about Emily is she has this very deep artistic side to her. She's using that in her studies at UCLA majoring in Fine Art but her schedule is getting a little difficult. Emily might have to put school on hold for a few years due to her overwhelming modeling schedule. However, she did tell us that for aspiring models they should not think modeling is everything. There should always be other life plans in the works. When it comes to juggling her busy life with family and friends, she say's "It's not easy. You make plans and then have to break them all the time for last minute jobs." Well as long as you keep booking those jobs we'll keep our eye on Emily. 

We at SOMW love Emily O Rata! Natalie from FORD has done it again. ;)

The Sassy Ways of SUWANA

If you are ever so lucky to meet this stunning model, be prepared for your cheeks to hurt. Suwana Perry is a firecracker with tons to say. But it's not fluff, she tells it how it is. Like when sleazy guys try to convince her that she needs to trust them and that they are good for her. Sorry sleaze balls, Suwana knows what she's doing, she's got this. But don't get it wrong, her heart is compassionate and true. Suwana's sweet sweet nature and sultry looks makes her a super strong model bringing freshness to every photo shoot. Just ask Tommy Hilfiger, SOMW Family Member Custo Barcelona, Essence, Honda, Colures Magazine, Glamour, Target, and the covers of 944 Magazine and Elle Girl! 

Suwana actually wanted to mention LA based designers Michael Costello, Johnny Sakalis (Project Runway S.6), Nick Verreos with Nikolaki (Project Runway S.7), and Ghia Fam. Suwana  says,

"They have been very amazing and great people to know throughout my career. What I love about them is as their careers have grown they are very loyal to the people that have been with them since the beginning of their careers. Their success makes my heart happy. Honestly, when I see anyone I know succeed it makes me so excited and happy because I know their struggles." 

That's how we feel and we want you to keep succeeding all over the place. 

Suwana with CLICK L.A. for Print and L.A. Models for Runway. 

*SOMW CHARITY WATCH*

Suwana volunteers for Hope 4 Children which helps Orphans with AIDS in Ethiopia. 

She is also talking with Reel Beauty, an organization based in Chicago that provides self-esteem workshops and counseling for young woman growing up. They are working to bring it out to LA. Best of luck!

http://www.hopeforchildrenus.org

http://www.reelbeautyinc.com/