The Rencontres Economiques des Metiers d'Art Forum, organized by leading partner LVMH, is an exciting new platform celebrating the convergence of art, artisanship and commerce in the luxury sector.
The platform launched in the picturesque town of Tonnerre, Burgundy on June 30, 2023, designed to bring together renowned artisans, industry experts, art enthusiasts business leaders to explore the rich but intricate relationship between craftsmanship and economics.
With a focus on preserving traditional techniques while embracing innovation, the goal of the forum was and will be a catalyst for dialogue and collaboration among talented individuals from various artistic disciplines. It’s indisputable that the artisans themselves are at the center of this metaphorical wheel of French excellence.
‘90s Playboy models Carmen Electra and Jenny McCarthy are 50 and fabulous, thank you very much, as Kim Kardashian rolls out another fantastic SKIMS swim July 2023 campaign.
Electra, 51, and McCarthy, 50, "capture the essence of a sizzling, hot summer," notes SKIMS in a release. "This fun campaign celebrates the impact these women had on pop culture and their timeless appeal, reminding the world that confidence and sexiness cannot be confined."
Czech supermodel Eva Herzigova is styled by Margaux Dague in‘ All About Eva’, a collection of luxury brands transitional essentials lensed by Matthew Brookes [IG] for ELLE France July 6, 2023./ Hair by Stéphane Lancien; makeup by Tom Pecheux
Prada’s FW23 ad campaign “In conversation with a flower” explores the dominant relationship that humans have with flowers and with nature generally. Ferdinando Verderi provides creative direction, with styling by Olivier Rizzo.
These surreal images by Willy Vanderperre [IG]put humans and flowers on an equal footing with each other, upsizing flowers until they take on their own, otherworldly persona and emotions — leaving the entire cast of actors and flowers to deal with each other eyeball to eyeball.
Artistic Director Valerie Messika is not confined by gender or form in the new jewelry collection from her Messika Maison. The new ‘Move Link’ collection, is sophisticated, bold, androgynous and modern.
Kendall Jenner and Alton Mason return for another campaign, lensed by Chris Colls [IG] in the California desert.
Jennifer Lopez photographs well most days of the week, but her Vogue Mexico July 2023 images are particularly gorgeous. They were shot by Norman Jean Roy [IG] the day after last May’s Met Gala.
If Lopez was out partying half the night, we would never know it.
María José Gonzálvez and Angel Emmanuel Ramirez worked with Lopez’s own stylist Rob Zangardi.
It is a true statement to say that Jennifer has earned every inch of her success with merit and a backbone of steel in dealing with the reality that envelopes her then and now.
Not only did Lopez become the first actress with Latina roots to earn a million dollars with the film Selena, or the first woman to have a movie and a No. 1 album simultaneously, she is probably the first Latina woman to know what her worth is in the North American market, redefine it and reclaim it.
Prada’s FW23 ad campaign “In conversation with a flower” explores the dominant relationship that humans have with flowers and with nature generally. Ferdinando Verderi provides creative direction, with styling by Olivier Rizzo and photography by Willy Vanderperre.
These unique flowers interact with five actors - Benedict Cumberbatch, Hunter Schafer, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Letitia Wright and Li Xian - “a roster of cinematic idols reflecting Prada’s long-standing relationship with cinema as an expression of cultural ideas and ideals.”
The scientific fact about my brain activity in seeing this delightful Vogue Portugal ‘Voyage Issue’ fashion story ‘Pool Party’ is that my dopamine receptors probably lit up. I smiled and felt a bit silly.
Am I addicted to more small pleasures like this one? Personally, I think the world could use a bit more gaiety, and models Lebuhang Ndlovu. Olivia Sang, and Zana Niko show us how it’s done. Anthony Dane Hinrichsen styled ‘Pool party’ for images by Armand Dicker [IG].
Model Aivita Muze covers the latest issue of Harper’s Bazaar Italia, styled by Ondine Azoulay in skin revealing, sensual transparency pieces. Photographers Melanie + Ramon [IG] capture the edgy fashion story for Bazaar Italia Flowing 04 [IG] with Creative Direction by Marc Ascoli. / Hair by Olivier Schawalder; makeup by Satoo Watanabe
Model Nikki McGuire soaks up the Greek isles atmosphere in ‘The Contrast’, styled by George Karapetis & Nicholas Georgiou. Nikki’s solitary journey into the unconscious mind of ancient mythology is lensed by Panos Davios [IG] for Vogue Greece July-August 2023./ Hair by Christos Vourlis; makeup by Sophia Kossada
In an effort to strengthen their longstanding relationship, the government of Botswana, the world’s second largest diamond producer, and De Beers, the world's leading diamond company, renewed their diamond mining partnership for an expected 10-year duration.
Final details are being worked out, but Botswana’s biggest complaints about the old agreement are resolved.
Under the old agreement, Botswana received 25 percent of the rough stones extracted, while De Beers took the remaining 75 percent.
Moving to Equal Diamond Sharing
Immediately, Botswana will receive a 30 percent share, with an escalating increase to 50 percent within a decade. De Beers and Botswana officials have both confirmed this change.
Models Abeny Nhial, Alva Claire, Kerolyn Soares and Tianna St. Louis are styled by Eniola Dare — British Vogue’s new fashion director — in ‘The Legends Stage’. Photographer Matt Healy [IG] is behind the lens for Vogue UK July 2023./ Hair by Claire Grech; makeup by Rachel Singer Clark
Louis Vuitton revealed the fifth creative session of the Maison’s high jewelry collection called ‘Deep Time’, choosing the Odeon of Herodes Atticus under the Acropolis, one of the oldest open-air theatres in the world for the presentation.
Louis Vuitton Ambassador Ana De Armas is photographed wearing select pieces from Louis Vuitton’s Artistic Director of Watches and Jewelry Francesca Amfitheatrof’s ‘Deep Time’ collection.
Probing the evolution of the Earth and the history of our planet for millions of years before the first spark of life joined unmined geological riches, Francesca Amfitheatrof weaves geographical, philosophical and mythological references into each magnificent piece of ‘Deep Time’ high jewelry.
In fact, on Thursday, writing about a fashion story with Jessica Stam in Vogue Greece set in Santorini — but not knowing until now that Stam is wearing ‘Deep Time’ necklaces on two covers — Lulu took us on a historic tour of the volcano that erupted in Santorini and wiped parts of pre-historic Greece and also late Minoan civilization off the face of the Earth for hundreds of years.
Models Binx Walton, Lucho Jacob, Sage Lopez and Yoli Letica are fully-attuned to their ‘Out of this World’ landscape, styled by Clare Richardson in boho summer fashion. Photographer Dan Martensen [IG] is behind the lens, as Binx creates earth goddess magic across the land in British Vogue July 2023./ Hair by David Harborow; makeup by Lisa Houghton
In the 1930s, Schiaparelli often collaborated with Salvador Dali, the brilliant Spanish surrealist artist, to create a line of groundbreaking garments and accessories that defied conventional norms and pushed the boundaries of creativity.
Dali's surrealistic touch added a touch of madness and intrigue to Schiaparelli's designs. Together, they created pieces that challenged conventions and explored the realm of the subconscious but also the human body.
Body Language
Eyes, ears, nose, lips, and hands were among Elsa’s obsessions and were particularly evident in the collaborative artistic relationship of Schiaparelli and Salvador Dalí.
These glamorous and bold accessories reflect the wit and artistic gamesmanship of the Schiaparelli legacy in a totally-modern style under Creative Director Daniel Roseberry. This series of Spring/Summer 2023 images was shot by Alina Gross [IG].
Models Hana Jirickova and Filipe Neves join the caravan of fashionistas leaving city life for a relaxing getaway, styled by Karla Gruszecka. Photographer Branislav Simoncik is behind the lens for Vogue Portugal’s ‘Voyage’ issue./ Hair by Rui Rocha; makeup by Patricia Lima
Gal Gadot, Hollywood's reigning action heroine, is set to command the attention of action-film movie audiences with her upcoming movie 'Heart of Stone', opening on Netflix USA Aug. 11.
Gadot, who is also a Tiffany & Co ambassador, wears stunning jewels on the second, blue-ground cover and throughout the fashion story lensed by Hollywood fav Greg Swales [IG]. Tiffany and YSL are the main style features. / Makeup by Jo Baker; hair by Jenny Cho
Directed by renowned filmmaker Reed Morano, the mastermind behind acclaimed series like 'The Handmaid's Tale', 'Heart of Stone' promises to deliver a gripping and adrenaline-fueled cinematic experience.
As creative director of Celine before Hedi Slimane, Phoebe Philo and top model Canadian-Ukrainian, born in Poland Daria Werbowy became visual alter egos.
That visual and psychological synergy is set for a September 2023 reunion with the return of Phoebe Philo’s eponymous brand.
As creative director of Celine before Hedi Slimane, Phoebe Philo and top model Canadian-Ukrainian, born in Poland Daria Werbowy became visual alter egos.
That visual and psychological synergy is set for a September 2023 reunion with the return of Phoebe Philo’s eponymous brand.
Model Cara Taylor rolls on in her bombshell blonde summer, styled by Elena Mottola in ‘Sole, Amore’. Photographer Luca Campri [IG] captures Taylor for Vogue Italia July 2023.