Meerle and Sterre Haket's Poetic Ballet Story by Julia Morozova in Vogue Czech July 2024
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Renewed: Can Kamala Harris Unite Karlie Kloss and Taylor Swift For America's Future
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Scanning all of Apple News for Karlie Kloss news just now, 5 percent of the coverage included Karlie Kloss celebrating her baby son Elijah’s first birthday in July [IG] and her major hire of Michiel Steur for Bedford.
Once Besties: Karlie Kloss and Taylor Swift
The remaining 95 percent of Apple News coverage of Karlie Kloss is devoted to her recent positive commentary on Taylor Swift. No lie!
Karlie is suddenly acknowledging her Swiftie ties. What does this mean? Call Anne clueless.
But I do have a brainstorm idea for getting this duo together — a call to collective action by 2024 presidential candidate and current Vice President Kamala Harris. A call for protecting America’s suddenly fragile democracy.
Read MoreSaint Laurent Story with Natasha Neilson by Daphne Nguyen in Vogue Australia August 2024
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Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello places a fashion story ‘In the Fading Hours’ with model Natasha Neilson in the August 2024 issue of Vogue Australia [IG]. Kaila Matthews styles the shoot by photographer Daphne Nguyen [IG] with styling by Kaila Matthews. / Makeup by Jasmine Andallaoui; hair by Michele McQuillan
Read MoreRaha Moharrak, Adventurous Bag Lady in Vogue Arabia Saudi Issue 2024
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In these images for Vogue Arabia’s [IG] June 2024 Saudi issue, Raha Moharrak sets off on a local adventure with friends, showcasing the perfect travel accessories. The fashion shoot arranged with Platinum Heritage Eco Tours [IG] was styled by Mohammad Hazem Rezq and photographed by Rudolf Azzi [IG]./ Hair by Karolina Kurowicka; makeup by Sara Yunis
Read MoreYumi Nu Covers Vogue Japan September, Lensed in Okinawa by Felicity Ingram
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Yumi Nu in Okinawa for Vogue Japan [IG] September 2024. Styled by Giulia Revolo, Nu wears Fendi on the cover.
Nu was born in Englewood, NJ of mixed heritage, with her mother being Japanese and her father of Dutch descent. Her maternal lineage traces back to Okinawa, the largest of Japan’s Ryukyu Islands in the southern part of Japan.
Read MoreFerragamo FW 2024 Campaign Brews Thoughts on Italian Renaissance & Kamala Harris' Presidential Run
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The rise of the Medici family 1400 years after the founding of Florence is a pivotal chapter in world history, marking a period of extraordinary cultural and political transformation.
The Italian Renaissance Is Relevant
These historical facts are on Anne’s mind because of the timeliness of the Italian Renaissance and its connections to several Italian houses like Brunello Cucianelli and Loro Piana. I don’t think of Ferragamo as a philosophical brand, in the way that Brunello Cucianelli is deeply devoted to the humanist philosophy. But they could be.
In the pursuit of accuracy, there’s no argument to be made that Loro Piana is seeped in philosophy either. However, one weekend in June, AOC’s post on Bella Hadid’s Orabella launch suffered a collision with an Apple News post titled ‘Human Consciousness Is an Illusion’.
Read MoreSha’Carri Richardson Wins Silver Medal in Paris, Fronts Vogue US August Olympics Issue
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Photographer Luis Alberto Rodriguez [IG] delivers richly well-done images of Olympic runner Sha’Carri Richardson in a sporting fashion story for the Vogue August’s 2024 digital issue. Julia Sarr-Jamois styles the track star inn Ralph Lauren Collection for the cover and slinky white dress, Bode tank top and shorts, and Nike Team USA Olympic leotard and bikers. / Hair by Key Rentz; makeup by Sally Branka; no credit for Richardson’s outstanding talons.
Richardson won her first Olympic medal today, after suffering the sad suspension for the track star at the Tokyo Games in 2021.
Today was a far happier event for Sha’Carri Richardson, when she won silver in Paris. Was silver — not gold — a surprise? Yes. And her gold medal loss was 1/4 of a second to Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia.
Read More'Vanilla Twilight' Lensed by Annemarie Sterian for Vogue Philippines August 2024
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Vogue Philippines [IG] August 2024 shares a fashion story ‘Vanilla Twilight’, with styling and creative direction by Alexandre Dornellas. Models Jonathan Forlee, Kiana Rachelle and Skye wear Gucci, Lukhanyo Mdingi, Merchants on Long, Rethread and Viviers lensed by Annemarie Sterian [IG]. / Makeup and hair by Neveen Scello
Read MoreTory Burch FW 2024 Campaign, Lensed in Lisbon by Jamie Hawkesworth
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‘Experimental’ is not a word used over the last 20 years to describe designer Tory Burch [IG]. When she presented her Fall 2024 collection at the New York Public Library last February, a new adjective arose to describe Burch — one we love. The word was ‘daring’.
Vogue Runway summed up the Fall 2024 Tory Burch collection, writing: “Let’s just say she’s come a long way from the people-pleasing crystal embellished tunics and Reva flats that were her earliest successes.”
The Fall 2024 campaign photographed by Jamie Hawkesworth [IG] in Lisbon, Portugal plays with light and quiet joy. It captures Tory Burch’s new word — which is good — because fashion hammers the same words to death. We need some new words — in this case ‘sublime’.
Read MoreSporty & Rich x adidas Originals Capsule Pops into Le Bristol Paris with Malika el Maslouhi
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The Sporty & Rich brand has a habit of hanging out in the best hotels. Which is why the current Sporty & Rich x adidas Originals capsule collection popped into Le Bristol in Paris’ 8th arrondissement last week in time for the Paris Olympics.
Model Malika el Maslouhi models the sporting capsule in digital media and in-store materials.
Marketing and branding has tapped every aspect of food sourcing, including a flour mill and a chocolate factory in the hotel basement. This is important to know, when a Sporty & Rich x adidas Originals miche du pain arrives on one’s table in the relaxed brasserie. Or the famous Le Bristol door key for your room? Emily Oberg has left her mark there, too.
Read MoreNaomi Watts' Stripes Beauty Snags Platinum-Level Investor L Catterton
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AOC completely missed the June announcement that L Catterton is partnering with actor Naomi Watts to acquire her menopause-care brand Stripes Beauty.
The American multinational private equity firm closely partnered with LVMH and Groupe Arnault is putting some expertise power behind the venture. Debra Perelman, the former Revlon CEO, is executive chair of Stripes Beauty and Cara Kamenev, a former L'Oréal executive, is president.
This nation is very messed up over the expression of a healthy female sexuality and sensual joy as a form of wellness. France and most of Europe are way ahead of America in supporting a positive sexuality at any age.
I just had a rush of my own joy reading that Naomi Watts is now in the hands of a platinum-level, business development team in the L Catterton stable. Talk about a safe harbor for Stripes Beauty. It’s a fabulous piece of news that will age well for all parties!! ~ Anne
Read MoreDior Ambassador Deva Cassel in Black Elegance by Ruben Vega for Woman Madame Figaro
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Dior international ambassador for fashion and makeup, actor Deva Cassel covered the May 2024 issue of Woman Madame Figaro [IG], styled in sheer black Dior elegance by Marta Lasierra.
Previewing the Cannes Film Festival, Cassel was lensed by Ruben Vega [IG], in an issue that also featured Anne Hathaway, Mariana Enríquez and Kirsten Dunst./ Makeup by Letizia Carnevale; hair by Olga Holovanova
Read MoreIda Heiner Wears 'Total Look' Fall Luxury in Harper's Bazaar France by Colin Dodgson
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Top model Ida Heiner is styled by Elodie David Touboul in ‘Total Look’, a bit of wild and rough elegance style. Luxury brands include Acne, Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Celine by Hedi Slimane, Chanel, Chloé, Courregés, Eres, Fendi, Junya Watanabe, Loewe, Marni, Phoebe Philo, Prada, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello and more.
Photographer Colin Dodgson [IG] is in the studio for Harper’s Bazaar France August 2024 [IG].
Read MoreAnja Rubik in Kering Brands YSL and Boucheron for W Korea Vol. 7 by Mok Jung-Wook
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W Korea’s Volume #7 2024 summer issue joins the bandwagon of Asian and Southeast Asian magazines rolling into fashion-content excellence with impossible-to-ignore photography that surpasses their counterparts in America and Europe. The differences are also noteworthy among European issues that are locally-owned vs. the global fashion conglomerate we all know well.
AOC understands the concept of editorial independence from luxury brands. But if the degree of recycling images across multiple titles — while also operating with obviously-reduced production budgets — doesn’t result in editorial excellence commensurate with smaller titles, that is a long-term problem
Additionally, we have ‘professional competence meets star power’ with people like Karlie Kloss entering the discussion with her titles at Bedford Media. I’m speaking of digital imagery as well, not only print.
Read MoreAmber Valletta in New Couture by Sebastian Faena for Vogue Hong Kong September 2024
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Supermodel Amber Valletta covers the digital issue of Vogue Hong Kong [IG] September 2024. And no, the cover was not designed to reinforce the image that Amber Valletta is brat. Or that she’s voting for Kamala Harris, who is 110% absolutely brat. One of fashion’s most ardent eco-warriors for decades, Amber Valletta is sold on being green.
Deana Neustadter Giannini styled the supermodel in sumptuous couture pieces from Alexis Mabille, Chanel, Charles de Vilmorin, Dior, Giorgio Armani, Jean Paul Gaultier, Juana Martin, Robert Wun and Schiaparelli lensed by Sebastian Faena [IG]./ Hair by Pablo Kuemin; makeup by Sam Visser
Read MoreHarper's Bazaar France's Perfect-Timing AOC Post with 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony
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How perfect to share ‘Vue sur la Plage’ from the August 2024 issue of Harper’s Bazaar France [IG], 30 minutes into the opening ceremonies for the 2024 Paris Olympics. We’re not at the Seine, but the location will do just fine.
Model Mathilda Gvarliani is styled by Gabrielle Marceca in poetic, romantic images by Bryan Liston [IG].
Read MoreGeorgia Palmer Covers Porter Magazine's July 2024 Tuscany Getaway by Ina Levy
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British model Georgia Palmer packs key pieces for her summer escape to Tuscany. Marquessa Whyte styles Palmer in Eres, Gucci, Lido, Missoni, Mother Denim, Rio-based Haight, Saint Laurent and more in images by Ina Levy [IG]. ‘No Rules’ appears in Porter Magazine [IG] July 15, 2024./ Hair by Naoki Komiya; makeup by Pamela Cochrane
Read MoreLauren Wasser's Bionic Beauty for Madame Figaro July 12, 2024 by Matthew Brookes
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Lauren Wasser covers the July 12, 2024 issue of Madame Figaro wearing Miu Miu paired with Tiffany & Co earrings. Véronique Tristram styles the motivational speaker and women’s health activist in relaxed luxury fashions from Balmain, Coperni, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Stella McCartney, The Row and more.
Photographer Matthew Brookes [IG] captures Wasser’s fashion story — an interesting choice in photographers, given his compelling images of celebrity men.
Read MoreViolet Threlfall Poses in 'Womachine' and Fashion's Future for Vogue Arabia July-August
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In an interesting twist on the current 2024 Paris Olympics and sports coverage in summer fashion magazines, Vogue Arabia [IG] July-August issue shares ‘Womachine’, a great name for a modern-woman fashion story.
British model Violet Threlfall is styled by Caterina Ospina Buitrago in images by Pierfrancesco Artini [IG]./ Hair by Bianca van Zwieten; makeup by David Gillers
In this fashion story, “fashion meets high performance” in luxury labels Alberta Ferretti; Alexander McQueen, David Koma London, Dior, Isabel Marant, Louis Vuitton, Missoni, MiuMiu, Shaina Belcourt, Stella McCartney, Stephanie Uhart and more.
Read MoreActor Liu Shishi Covers V Magazine China 'The Olympic Issue' Summer 2024
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