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/

LA Models' Sarah Tyer on Nutrition, Modeling, and SOMW.

If you follow the blog in our other cities, you would see that Sarah Tyer is very loved here at SOMW. She just moved from NYC and found her home with L.A. Models and is killing it here. (Today she is walking in a Nordstrom Show). Having shot with Bruce Weber for both Hollister and Abercrombie and Fitch is no surprise as she glows with her natural beauty in her photos. Other designers and jobs include Target, Rag and Bone, Lanvin, Monique Lulliher, Hayden Harnette, Elyse Overland, Chado Ralph Rucci, and Eli Tahari. Sarah is now officially part of the SOMW family and will be bringing us posts about nutrition and health which is a huge part of model's lives, especially in L.A.. Here's what she had to say about starting out modeling, nutrition, and her future...

"I never really considered modeling when I was growing up. I was very involved in sports and various activities, but never gave modeling a thought. It was suggestions by many family friends that "I should be a model" that made me look into it one day. After sending polaroids to agencies in New York with a positive response, I decided it was a once in a lifetime opportunity that everyone hasn't the chance to take advantage of. I have put college on hold for now to persue this career, but plan to continue my education as it is very important to me.

Healthy eating has never been something I have forced myslelf to practice. I remember one day in 7th grade when I decided I wanted to start bringing salads for lunch. I had changed and the rest was history! Since adopting my healthy eating habits, a whole healthy lifestyle has become a passion of mine. This is why I am so excited to learn new information and share it with others!"

With a name like Chanel...

We met with Chanel for lunch at a trendy macrobiotic cafe in Hollywood with a few mutual friends. You could see that this Russian/Mexican beauty is no way older than 19, but her flawless face and perfect warm smile makes you guess that people would probably be racing to get her in their photos. We guessed right. Pun slightly intended cause Chanel shot for GUESS at just 13 years old! Later we finally sat down with the model repped by L.A. Models over a can of coconut water to find out more about her. Target and Nordstroms love Chanel and these department stores can be the bread and butter for many models. But it doesn't end there. One of her favorite trips was shooting an editorial in Buenos Aires for ELLE Argentina. Not to mention her 17 editorials for Glamour Magazine. 17! The latest for this young pro is now starring in a Cover Girl Commercial with Queen Latifah. With a name like Chanel and a face of an angel, there is no surprise she's rocking the Modeling World. Go get 'em, girl!