1930s Style Makes a Big Splash in W Magazine October 2023 by Rafael Pavarotti

1930s Style Makes a Big Splash in W Magazine October 2023 by Rafael Pavarotti

A model cast including Aselia Toktorova, Lian Jia, Kim Seung Ri and BingBing Liu are styled by Katie Grand [IG] in retro silhouettes that make a big impression.

Grand shows us just how “A little bit of attitude transforms 1930s-inspired skirts and dresses into something bracingly fresh.” Rafael Pavarotti is behind the lens [IG]; see all the product credits at W Magazine.

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Cara Taylor and Suvi Koponen Get Down to Business in Vogue Poland September 2023

Cara Taylor and Suvi Koponen Get Down to Business in Vogue Poland September 2023

Top models Suvi Koponen and Cara Taylor are styled by Ali & Aniko in a walk-in closet full of fall 2023 boss-lady menswear. Photographer Tina Tyrell [IG] writes that the September 2023 Vogue Poland fashion story is named ‘Basic Instinct’ — and appropriately so.

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Modern Edge in 'Mythos' Poetic Style Lensed by Jin Jia Ji for Vogue China October 2023

Modern Edge in 'Mythos' Poetic Style Lensed by Jin Jia Ji for Vogue China October 2023

Models Fan Jinghan, Feng Qisi, Nico and Pan Haowen grace the pages of Vogue China October 2023 in a beautiful story ‘Mythos’.

Stylists Xiang Zhun and Yang Yi choose fluid and transparent elegance from Dior, Gucci, Ferragamo, Giorgio Armani, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Valentino and more in images lensed by Jin Jia Ji[IG] or Jiaji Jin.

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Winnie Harlow Covers Vogue Netherlands 'Female Gaze' Issue Made by Women

Winnie Harlow Covers Vogue Netherlands 'Female Gaze' Issue Made by Women

The always fabulous Winnie Harlow lights up the pages of Vogue Netherlands [IG] November 2023 celebration of the female gaze — an issue made 100% by women. That includes designers — although that lineup seems mixed.

Photographer Nikki Esser [IG] captures Winnie in Jacquemus [sleeveless shirt-suit] below, styled by Xaviera Aubri, who also has vitiligo. with fashion direction by Linda Gumus Gerritsen. / Hair by Ashanti Lation; makeup by Kenya Alexis

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Dana Smith Suits Up with Boss Lady Bags in DStyle October 21, 2023 by Mark Kean

Dana Smith Suits Up with Boss Lady Bags in DStyle October 21, 2023 by Mark Kean

Model Dana Smith poses on DStyle’s October 21, 2023 cover, suiting up in Balenciaga with a Stella McCartney shirt and shoes from The Row.

Stylist Malina Joseph Gilchrist chooses an array of neutral tones, utilitarian-fashion coats and boss-lady bags from the usual luxury brand all-stars.

Photographer Mark Kean [IG] is in the studio./ Hair by Ryan Mitchell; makeup by Anthony Peel

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"Oh, Penelope! Oh, Rosalía!" Stellar Performance by Katie Burnett for Vogue Spain November 2023

 "Oh, Penelope! Oh, Rosalía!" Stellar Performance by Katie Burnett for Vogue Spain November 2023

Rosalía covers Vogue Spain’s November issue, styled and photographed in lush grandiosity by Katie Burnett [IG].

With candles, white birds and Louis Vuitton jewelry in the sink, it’s as if we’re entering an astral plane of being, postulated by classical, medieval, oriental, and esoteric philosophies and mystery religions.

“I hope that what I do makes sense to other women”

These words are a core message of the interview, which got me thinking about Rosalía using feminine energy to try to dilute the male energy that is so destructive right now. Everywhere we look, testosterone is raging and we need our own iron shield to repel it.

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Anja Rubik Sheds Tears of Joy Over Poland's Political Reset as the EU Exhales

Anja Rubik Sheds Tears of Joy Over Poland's Political Reset as the EU Exhales

What makes a true supermodel? Anja Rubik voting in Poland’s national elections last weekend, October 15, 2023.

AOC doesn’t keep precise track of individual model’s activism but Anja Rubik, one of the world’s most successful models, has led the way for many years. In her own words:

“How political parties address sexual education issues will have a huge impact on what country we will live in.”

To that end, Anja Rubik is deeply connected as its founder to FUNDACJA SexedPL [IG] FEDERA, a NGO committed to sex education on matters of abortion rights and LGBTQ issues — but also endometriosis, for example.

AOC goes deep on the supermodel’s activism, as we celebrate the 75% turnout that resulted in a reset of Poland’s politics last weekend and a prospective stabilizing of of Poland’s relationship with the European Union.

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Vogue Czech Taps Tokyo for 'Prameny' Lensed by Empath John Clayton Lee

Vogue Czech Taps Tokyo for  'Prameny' Lensed by Empath John Clayton Lee

Models Lu Hongfei and Zoe Fang are styled by Yoshi Miyamasu in ‘Prameny’. Tokyo-based photographer/director John Clayton Lee [IG] captures this fashion editorial excellence, with creative direction by Alexander Bel, for Vogue Czechoslovakia [IG] November 2023./ Hair by Takuya Baba; makeup by Yuka Hirac

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Jean Campbell in 'Vintage, Pre-Loved and Investment' Clothes for HTSI Magazine Oct. 21, 2023

Jean Campbell in 'Vintage, Pre-Loved and Investment' Clothes for HTSI Magazine Oct. 21, 2023

Known primarily as a very successful stylist, Cathy Kasterine [IG] is the photographer, shooting Jean Campbell in a cover fashion story for the October 21, 2013 issue of HTSI [IG]. / Hair by Soichi Inagaki; makeup by Niamh Quinn

Called ‘How to Spend It Wisely: New Conscious Attitudes’, the feature is devoted to “vintage, pre-loved and investment pieces in a homage to the ethos: Buy less, choose well and take care of things.”

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Sora Choi Covers Wallpaper China October 2023 Design Issue, Lensed by Leslie Zhang

Sora Choi Covers Wallpaper China October 2023 Design Issue, Lensed by Leslie Zhang

The elegant and beautiful model Sora Choi covers Wallpaper China’s October 2023 The Design Issue. Wallpaper.com is also devoted to promoting China art, architecture and travel.

The message of ‘Glow and Grace’ is very appropriate for the botanical fashion story styled by Jeff Lee in images by Shanghai-based Leslie Zhang [IG]. / Hair by Lee Hyun Woo; set design by Jeon Minkyu

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Ana Jorge in 'Dream Escape' by Carlos Teixeira for L'Officiel Brasil September 2023

Ana Jorge in 'Dream Escape' by Carlos Teixeira for L'Officiel Brasil September 2023

Angolan-French model Ana Jorge covers L’Officiel Brasil’s [IG] September 2023 issue, styled by Lucio Fonseca who also supplies creative direction.

Photographer Carlos Teixeira [IG] captures Jorge in yet another Chanel-rich fashion story ‘Dream Escape’. / Makeup by Júnior Queirós

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Cartier Reaches 'Brave New Heights' in Grazia International , Shot by Mattia Guolo

Cartier Reaches 'Brave New Heights' in Grazia International , Shot by Mattia Guolo

Model Jordan Rand reaches ‘Brave New Heights’ in the pages of Grazia International, striking veiled poses in a Cartier fashion story shot in Paris. Rand points out on IG that Cartier was just fine with her braids and the result is not “too street” for the pages of Grazia’s ‘Elemental’ 15th print edition.

Anna Castan styles the ethereal atmosphere fashion shoot lensed by Mattia Guolo [IG]./ Makeup by Alisonn Fetouaki; hair by Jean Luc Amarin; creative direction by Dane Stojanovic

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Anna Ewers in Chanel by Seng + Seng in W Magazine China New Urbanism Issue

Anna Ewers in Chanel by Seng + Seng in W Magazine China New Urbanism Issue

Top model Anna Ewers shares three covers [there’s more] for W Magazine China [IG] Volume #4 2023. The issue’s focus is “the New Urbanism’, with Ewers shot in Los Angeles by Seng+Seng [IG]. It doesn’t take long to view the fashion story as a Chanel-sponsored editorial, but it’s neither tagged nor listed in credits. Cathy Dong, Creative Director of W China, worked on the fashion story with styling by Jessica Jiang.

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Almanda Bidiande's High Impact Beauty by Richard Machado for L'Officiel Brazil September 2023

Almanda Bidiande's High Impact Beauty by Richard Machado for L'Officiel Brazil September 2023

Brazilian model Alamanda Bidiandé radiates a vivacious and commanding beauty that remains elegantly inviting to discover. This bold balance of jewel-colors fashion, tropical-rainforest-inspired makeup and abundant flowers is styled by fashion editor Yumi Kurita.

Photographer Richard Machado [IG] captures Bidiandé in ‘Alto Impacto’with bird of paradise makeup beauty by Mari Kato for L’Officiel Brazil September 2023.

The images are lovely, and we did pull a 9-image collage screenshot from Machado’s IG that we didn’t have in the gallery. It’s too beautiful to ignore.

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De Beers High Jewelry 'Metamorphis' Audacious New Designs in Mixte FW2023 #32

De Beers High Jewelry 'Metamorphis' Audacious New Designs in Mixte FW2023 #32

Mixte Magazine’s Fall/Winter 2023 #32 is focused on ‘Audacity’. Turning to De Beers High Jewelry [IG], models Toto Matoch and Godwin Alwell-Okereuku wear De Beers treasures from the umbrella ‘Metamorphosis’ collection. The precious, audacious jewelry designs are inspired by the fall and winter seasons, and you can see all the details at Mixte.

Franck Benhamou styles the shoot, lensed by Billy Kidd studio [IG] with creative direction by Mixte’s Bertrand Bras./ Hair by Ben Mignot; makeup by Maria Olsson

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Anne Vyalitsyna's Fall 2023 Denim Story for Dog Lovers in ELLE France by Matthew Brookes

Anne Vyalitsyna's Fall 2023 Denim Story for Dog Lovers in ELLE France by Matthew Brookes

Russian model Anne Vyalitsyna, known as Anne V, has just gone to the dogs in a charming denim jeans fashion story for the October 12th issue of ELLE France [IG]. Claire Dhelens styles Anne V in all the best jeans for those who are remembering that we’re looking at a best denim jeans for fall 2023 fashion story.

Photographer Matthew Brookes [IG] shoots the endearing fashion statement in Paris with his own dog Bingo and his pals from his dog school Alpha Dogs House [IG].

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'Heart of Stone' Rugged Elegance Style by Danilo Scarpati for ELLE Italia October 12, 2023

'Heart of Stone' Rugged Elegance Style by Danilo Scarpati for ELLE Italia October 12, 2023

Polish model Maria Zakrzewska poses in ‘Heart of Stone’a rugged elegance, no frills fashion story from Chloé, Fendi, Ferragamo, H&M Studio, Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, Tod’s and more, styled by Carola Bianchi.

Photographer Danilo Scarpati [IG] is behind the lens for ELLE Italia [IG] October 12, 2023.

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