SOLITUDE by David Newby

Things take a darker and slightly surreal turn for the better in our latest online editorial by photographer David Newby, who captures the unique and visually arresting beauty of the South Sudanese Alek Malek, who easily bewitches us in a selection of all black ensembles from designers Comme des Garçons, Jil Sander, Alberta Ferreti and Stella McCartney.

Alek Maleek at PRM London shot by David Newby.

Styled by Laura Martin. MakeUp and Hair by Alexis Day.

Photographer assistant, Melinda Davies.

Cover Credits: Quilted Japanese kimono jacket and fishnet hoody dress underneath by NU London. Black Leather short sleeve shirt by The Row t/ Net-a-Porter.

Black knee highs by Wolford. Flat ankle boots by Manu Atelier. Hat by Lockhatters

Lace detail dress by Stella McCartney

Leather double breasted trench coat by Alberta Ferretti. Round Sunglasses by Linda Farrow

Quilted Japanese kimono jacket and fishnet hoody dress underneath by NU London. Black Leather short sleeve shirt by The Row t/ Net a Porter

Single breasted morning coat by Comme Des Garçons t/ Farfetch. Leather flare wide leg trousers by Gucci t/ Farfetch. Chain link loafers by Givenchy. Gold chain and cross by Missoma

Black puff sleeve shirt and trouser by Rotate Birger Christenson

Patent faux leather skirt and jacket, black knit jumper, all by Palmer Harding

Frill slip dress by House of Holland. Bracelet wrapped round arm by A-JANE

Black Wool Tailored Blazer by Jil Sander

Three piece suit by Joseph. Latex Gloves by Elissa Poppy