Alexis Phifer

Alexis Phifer is the designer of the fashion brand Ghita. She was also the fiancee of rap artist Kanye West however, the couple announced their break-up in April 2008. The two had been dating on and off since 2002 and they became engaged in August 2006.People.com: Kanye West's Fiance 'Sad' Over Breakup (April 21, 2008)
Fact Facts
1. Born: ca. 1979
2. Occupation: Fashion designer
3. Graduate of the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in California
4. Her clothing brand, Ghita, means "pearl of the sea"
5. Became engaged to Kanye west in August 2006
6. Couple had dated since 2002
7. West was romantically linked to then-MTV assistant Brooke Crittendon during a split from Phifer in 2004
8. Phifer and West broke off their engagement in April 2008
9. Shortly before reports began circulating about the split, Phifer was seen on the red carpet without her engagement ringPeople.com: Kanye West's Fiance 'Sad' Over Breakup (April 21, 2008)
10. Phifer has one child from a previous relationship
Alexis Phifer Quote

"It's always sad when things like this end, and we remain friends. I wish him the best in his future and all of his endeavors. He's one of the most talented people I've ever met."People.com: Kanye West's Fiance 'Sad' Over Breakup (April 21, 2008)