Bottega Veneta campaign models include Awar Odhiang, Douta Sidibe, Hedi Ben Tekaya, JenniferMatias, Lina Zhang and Liz Kennedy. Photographers Louise & Maria Thornfeldt [IG] return for another season./ Hair by Duffy; makeup by Pat McGrath
A NYT Darling Deserves His Status
Not for the first time, the New York Times Style shares another major feature on Bottega under Matthieu Blazy. In doing so, they advance the hot topic of craft beyond superb execution and often ‘dusty’ heritage into the world of the creative director role itself.
At Bottega Veneta, Blazy champions his craftspeople for their role in the creative process. His is a rare ego in the world of luxury brands.
The Times introduces us to Barbara Zanin, a 26-year veteran of the brand who became Bottega Veneta’s first director of craft and heritage in July.
In their mid-October sustainability story, FTSIMagazine [IG] turned the spotlight on Oxford graduate and model Grace Clover, who delivers “first-class style in second-hand looks”.
Bay Garnett [IG] , a specialist in vintage fashion, styled the October 19, 2024 fashion story lensed by Tom Craig [IG]./ Hair by Neil Moodie; makeup by Sarah Reygate
Clover has a supporting cast of other Oxford students in images that tell a very human story, with many relevant-today messages expressed in the photography.
Model Marjan Jonkman commands attention in ‘Kaiser Chief’, styled by Caterina Ospina Buitrago in strong woman elegance. JUANKR [IG] makes the fashion capture for Vogue Portugal [IG] November 2024. / Hair by Fernando Torrent; makeup by Antonio Romero
Top model Mona Tougaard covers the TTA25 ‘Adventure’ relaunch 25th anniversary issue of The Travel Almanac.
For the first time since the inception of The Travel Almanac [IG] in 2010, the magazine is being released in a larger hardcover format, with a 370 page issue ordered here.
Tougaard is styled by Clare Byrne in an ALAÏA Winter/Spring 25 [IG] fashion story lensed by Davit Giorgadze [IG] in New York City. / Hair by Tamara McNaughton; makeup by Emi Kaneko
Alaïa creative director Pieter Mulier also has a cover in TTA25 and appearsin conversation with veteran casting director Ashley Brokaw.
Rising model Sheila Bawar is styled by Flora Huddart in ‘Make Your Choice’. Photographer Mauro Maglione [IG] is behind the lens for Harper’s Bazaar Italia [IG] November 2024. / Makeup by Arianna Campa; hair by Krishna Guimbi
Models Abby Champion and Cara Taylor are styled by Gro Curtis in ‘Mob Wives’ — with V Magazine [IG] 150 writing: “this fall, the clean girl aesthetic is out — mob wife look is in!”
Gro Curtis styles Champion and Taylor in luxe edgy fashion from Celine, Chloe, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Givenchy, Gucci, Isabel Marant, Louis Vuitton, Maison Alaia, Michael Kors, Schiaparelli, Tom Ford, YSL and more lensed by Blair Getz Mezibov [IG].
Photographer Carlijn Jacobs [IG] captures models Sascha Rajasulu and Yasmin Wijnaldumwalks in the natural world of ancestral traditions and conscious consumption for More or Less Magazine’s [IG] Issue 8.
In the Beginning . . . .
The first definitive evidence of flowers traces back to the Cretaceous period, around 130 million years ago, during a time when the Earth's climate and landscapes were undergoing significant change.
Prior to this floral revolution, vegetation was dominated by gymnosperms, ferns, and mosses. The advent of flowers introduced a new mechanism for pollination, often involving intricate interactions with the animal kingdom, particularly insects.
Human-Plant Interaction Studies Using Brain Science
Fast forward to now and human-invented technologies that explore these human-plant interactions. Modern-day researchers strive to understand the psychological and neurological impacts of plants on humans — including our brains.
The divine Penélope Cruz covers the November 2024 issue of Vogue Hong Kong, posing in key pieces from the Chanel Cruise 2025 collection.
A Chanel ambassador since 2018, Cruz is styled by Michael Philouze in images by friends and star photographers Luigi Murenuu & Iango Henzi [IG] for ‘Penelope Cruz on Embracing Each Role and True Success’.
Penelope Cruz and Johnny Depp in ‘Day Drinker’
Last week’s Penelope Cruz news is her teaming up with Johnny Depp for ‘Day Drinker’, a Lionsgate thriller with Marc Webb directing. The film is Cruz’s fourth film with Depp and is described by Lionsgate as one in which “a cruise ship bartender” and “a mysterious day drinker” . . . “find themselves entangled in a criminal underbelly, and connected in unexpected ways.”
Miu Miu shares its Holiday 2025 campaign with actor Emma Corrin expressing a boyish insouciance about the holiday, in images captured by Lengua [IG]. Edward Quarmby serves as creative director on the campaign, with styling by Lotta Volkova.
Miu Miu [IG] is riding near cult status among young people in China, as its parent Prada Group reported an 18%, nine-month, year-to-date increase at constant currency. In reported terms, revenue rose 15% placing Prada Group in a positive light navigating China’s economic slowdown in the luxury market and beyond.
Miu Miu’s 2024 Upcycled collection takes a major role in the holiday campaign, a testament to the brand’s commitment to circular design practices. Crafted from re-fashioned deadstock yarn, kilts, and leather, each garment in this limited-edition collection is permeated with a hint of spunk, as the Miu Miu brand explores what it means to be human.
Vogue Portugal [IG] September 2024 shares a gorgeous fashion story ‘The Daughter’ styled by Romolo Battista with the intention of reflecting both the vulnerability and strength of feminine reality.
Models Emanuela Guerra and Lya Mancusi are lensed by Thom Rever [IG]. See all the product details at Vogue Portugal. / Makeup by Giuliana Giuliani
Dior’s 2025 cruise collection now comes to life in a new ad campaign lensed by Brigitte Niedermair [IG]. Models include Ali Dansky, Jiali Zhao, Sanija Dalecka and Tanya Churbanova, styled by Elin Svahn. Ryan Chappell provides choreography with Alice Schillaci as director./ Hair by Eugene Souleiman; makeup by Peter Philips
Anne has written extensive political commentary about Dior’s thriving brand relationship with women worldwide under Maria Grazia Chiuri and the criticism of her by our industry’s fashion mafia sideliners. The original article link in this post takes you to Anne’s analysis.
British beauty Georgia Palmer is styled by Edem Dossou in ‘Métamorphoses’, a fashion story focused on female evolution and change. Kenny Germé [IG] is behind the lens for Numéro 249 [IG] November 2024, dedicated to the concept of ‘Mutation’./ Hair by Hiromi Kamiyu; makeup by Alexia Amzallag
Models Greta Hofer, Karolina Spakowski and Victoria Fawole gather as ‘The Suitors’, a menswear fashion statement that could launch a political brushfire in America, three days out from our presidential election.
There’s great swagger and attitude in this British Vogue [IG] November 2024 fashion story, styled by Harry Lambert withDolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Hawes & Curtis, Jonathan Anderson, Loro Piana, Louis Vuitton, Max Mara, Michael Kors Collection, Moschino, Ralph Lauren and more.
These boss ladies are fired up and ready to go in images lensed by Charlotte Wales [IG]. / Hair by Syd Hayes; makeup by Siddharta Simone
Model Ida Heiner is styled by Emilie Kareh in ‘Ida Wild’ a collection of responsible fashion from small brands. Photographer Théo de Gueltzl [IG] is in the Camarague, one of the most picturesque nature reserves in the south of France for the precious More or Less Magazine 08 AW 2024. See all the fashion credits./ Hair by Ramona Eschbach; makeup by Celine Martin
Vogue Netherlands[IG] November 2024 launches a big celebration honoring the 750th anniversary of one of the world’s most impactful cities with ‘A Love Letter to Amsterdam’.
Model Marilou Hanriot is styled by Linda Gumus Gerritsen in rebellious-attitude fashion looks that are burned into the DNA of Amsterdam. Photographer Jorin Koers [IG] captured this edgy style with beauty by Magdalena Loza.
Mathilde Brandi is styled by Anne-Marie Brouillet in ‘Une Allure à Soi’ [a Look of Your Own] a fashion story lensed by Tom Schirmacher [IG] for ELLE France October 24, 2024./ Hair by Javier Palacio; makeup by Tatsu Yamanaka
Louis Vuitton takes the spotlight in ODDA 27’s [IG] “Walk My Way” October 2024 issue. Model Marjan Jonkman poses in ‘The Future is a Beautiful Time’, lensed by photographer Alessandro Timpanaro [IG] with styling by Roberta Console. / Makeup and hair by Manuela Balducci
ODDA’s creative crew travels to Southern Italy’s Puglia region, home to Pescetrullo [IG], designed by the late Gaetano Pesce.
Supermodel Kendall Jenner takes three covers for the October 25, 2024 issue of M Le magazine du Monde[IG], with her current Instagram ignoring the latest rumors about her private life. The world is basically insane at this point.
Photographer Oliver Hadlee Pearch [IG] captures Kendall, styled by Carlos Nazario with Celine covers. Jean-Baptiste Talbourdet-Napoleone provides creative direction. / Makeup by Yadim; hair by Mustafa Yanaz
The November 2024 issue of Vogue US goes into the studio of top model and ceramist Raquel Zimmermann for a good look at the season’s fine jewelry. Fashion editor Tabitha Simmons styles Zimmermann in a Stella McCartney jumpsuit [above] married with Cartier jewels. Andrew Jacobs [IG], photographer for this shoot, captures a precious Van Cleef & Arpels watch propped with one of Rachel’s ceramic sculptures./ Hair by Panos Papandrianos; Makeup by Yumi Lee; See more details at Vogue.com.
History Lesson: Archaeological discoveries have identified the earliest ceramics in various parts of the world, with some of the most ancient examples found in East Asia, dating back to around 20,000 years ago.
Creative talent Willow Smith covered the September 2024 issue of the Dazed [IG] ‘The Impossible’ Issue. Shot in Malibu by Lea Colombo [IG] Smith is styled by Imruh Asha. / Hair by Vernon François; makeup by Raoul Alejandre