Caroline Trentini in 'The Workers' by Ethan James Green for Mastermind Magazine #15
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Lulu Tenney's Sultry Style Vibe by Nikolai Von Bismarck in V Magazine #150 October 2024
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Top model Lulu Tenney brings a sultry sensual vibe to V Magazine #150 [IG]. George Cortina styles Tenney in fall fashion’s spare, modern silhouettes from Celine by Hedi Slimane, Chanel, Chloe, Courreges, Maison Alaïa, MiuMiu, Prada, YSL by Anthony Vaccarello and more, Nikolai Von Bismarck [IG] captures Lulu at Castle Gibson in London./ Hair by Ali Pirzadeh; makeup by Val Garland; set design by Miguel Bento
Read MoreIs South Sudan Model Yar Ague Enjoying A Stellar Rise? See Her in Pop Magazine
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Rising South Sudan model Yar Aguer is styled by Emilie Karech for Pop Magazine’s [IG] Issue 3, September 2024. Photographer Marili Andre [IG] is in the studio, capturing Aguer who arrived on the fashion scene in 2024 and opened the Prada FW2024 show.
Yar Aguer is one to watch, signaled by the impressive list of luxury brands putting her on the runway for two consecutive Feb/March and Sept/Oct seasons. / Hair by Franziska Presche; makeup by Vassilis Theotokis
Read MoreMariacarla Boscono in 'Of Love and Other Demons' by Carlijn Jacobs for d la Repubblica
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Supermodel and new bride Mariacarla Boscono is styled by Jacob K for d la Repubblica October 19, 2024’s D Style magazine. Photographer Carlijn Jacobs [IG] captures ‘Of Love and Other Demons’ ./ Hair by Oliver Schwalder; makeup by Lucy Bridge
As always, D Style marries images and designers with a lineup that includes Balenciaga, Celine, CHENPENG, Dior, Dolce Gabbana, Gucci, Junya Watanabe, Louis Vuitton, Max Mara, Miu Miu, Sportmax and more.
Read MoreMalaika Holmen in 'Modern Lady' by David Roemer for Vogue Arabia September 2024
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Model Malaika Holmén is styled by Julianna Alabado in ‘Modern Lady’, a Fall 2024 polished-dressing, city woman fashion story featuring Alberta Ferretti, Bottega Veneta, Brandon Maxwell, Chloe, Dior, Emilia Wickstead, Erdem, Fforme, Givenchy, Gucci, Michael Kors, Prada, Stella McCartney, Tom Ford, Toteme, Tove Studio, Zimmermann and more.
Photographer David Roemer [IG] is behind the lens for Vogue Arabia [IG] September 2024./ Hair by Keith Carpenter; makeup by Virginia Young
Read MoreConstance Jablonski Celebrates Family in Harper's Bazaar Espańa's November 2024
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Top model Constance Jablonski covers the November 2024 issue of Harper’s Bazaar España [IG] celebrating the families of Fashion, Art, Beauty and Culture. The French beauty, who is soon to become a mother for the second time with French cyclist husband Matthias Dandois.
Claudia Laukamp styles Jablonski in Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Etro, Falconeri, Fendi, Jil Sander, Loro Piana, Maison Valentino, Marni, Max Mara and more in images by Barcelona-based Xavi Gordo [IG]./ Hair and makeup by Manu Fernández
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Agness Deyn, Amar Akway Do Old School Runway Glam for W Magazine by Carlijn Jacobs
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Models Agyness Deyn and Amar Akway channel catwalk images of the ‘80s and ‘90s, styled by Katie Grand in Balenciaga, Celine, Chanel, Comme des Garçons, Dior, Donna Karan New York, Fendi, Gucci, Hermès, Loro Piana, Louis Vuitton, McQueen, Valentino and more.
Photographer Carlijn Jacobs [IG] makes the image capture for W Magazine [IG] Volume 5, 2024: The Originals. / Hair by Mustafa; makeup by Yadim
Read MoreBrunello Cucinelli Reports Solid YTD 2024 Revenue Increase of 12.4%; Q3 Only 9.2%
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Brunello Cucinelli released a strong 2024 nine-months revenue performance that runs counter to generally sluggish financial performance in the luxury sector.
In the third quarter itself, revenues rose 9.2% to 300 million euros ($325 million), with an increase even in China where the brand has limited exposure compared to brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton.
"With the substantial orders already placed for the Men's and Women's Spring-Summer 2025 sales campaign, we can reaffirm our plans for healthy, sustainable growth, projecting a revenue increase of around 10% for both 2025 and 2026," Executive Chairman Cucinelli said in a statement.
Read More'Sun and Moon' by Christean Kareem for Vogue Portugal October 2024 Mystical Issue
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AOC discovered Christean Kareem’s [IG] first fashion story ‘Sun and Moon’ for the October 2024 issue of Vogue Portugal [IG] dedicated to the mystical and mysterious. Models Alay Deng and Fadel are styled by Marisa Ellison in an intoxicating visual brew of fashion wisdom and creative exploration. Visually, Kareem delivered an inspiring, intellectually-complex, maiden-voyage fashion story. / Makeup by Christyna Kay; hair by Jenni Iva Wimmerstedt
The Ancient Understanding of Life
The integration of the sun and moon in modern occult practices manifests in a unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and contemporary spiritual exploration. These celestial bodies serve as potent symbols of the dynamic balance between light and shadow, seen as essential for achieving harmony within oneself and the universe.
Read MoreVogue Greece Sends Red Kisses | AOC Goes to Babylon for a Primer on Cherry Lips
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Vogue Greece Sends Red Kisses | AOC Goes to Babylon for a Primer on Cherry Lips
Models Lucy Rosiek and Naomi Apajok are styled by Glen Mban in ‘Red Kisses’, lensed by Johan Sandberg [IG] for Vogue Greece [IG] October.
Red Lipstick In Ancient Mesopotamia
In the annals of ancient history, the use of red lipstick finds one of its earliest origins in Mesopotamia, a cradle of civilization that flourished in the regions of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The people of ancient Mesopotamia, notably the Sumerians and later the Assyrians and Babylonians, were among the first to transform the act of adorning one's lips into an art form.
Lip Color and the Divine Feminine
Beyond social stratification, lip color also conveyed aspects of femininity and allure, playing a role in rituals and rites associated with love and attraction. The divine feminine was celebrated in Babylonian mythology, where goddesses were revered for their beauty and grace; by adorning themselves with lip color, women could symbolically align themselves with these powerful deities.
Read MoreA Private Look at Fall Style by Gosia Turczynska for Vogue Czech September 2024
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Models Clara Fossar and Leanne De Haan are styled in ‘Bubbles’, an overtly-feminine fashion story styled by Marta Zaczynska. Photographer Gosia Turczynska [IG] captures the intimate look at the inner sanctum of stylish women for Vogue Czechoslovakia [IG] September 2024. / Hair by Cyril Laloue; makeup by Camille Siguret
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D Style October 2024 Luxury Accessories with Bibi Breslin Lensed by Drew Vickers
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Rising Brit model Bibi Breslin is one to watch, appearing in D Style’s [IG] d la Repubblica 10/13/2024 issue. Writing “so long summer”, D Style is rolling towards resort 2025 season, with a body-baring, accessories-rich, fashion story featuring Gucci loafers and YSL bangles on cover #1 and a Dior Saddle bag on cover #2, styled by Giulia Revolo. Photographer Drew Vickers {IG] makes the sensual accessories capture./ Hair by Akemi Kishida; makeup by Laura Dominique
Read MoreLouis Vuitton's 'Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds' High Jewelry in Vogue Taiwan September 2024
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Vogue Taiwan’s [IG] September 2024 issue shimmers with key pieces from Louis Vuitton’s ‘Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds’ high jewelry collection.
Pablo Patane styles the fashion story with jewelry selections by Chat Hsu. Model Ine Michelmann poses for photographer Tim Verhallen [IG]./ Makeup by Tiziana Raimondo
AOC featured the specifics and storyline behind the new Louis Vuitton ‘Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds’ high jewelry collection here.
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Boxing for Women's Health: Madame Figaro Paris Is Ringside with Karlina Caune
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Boxing for Women's Health: Madame Figaro Paris Is Ringside with Karlina Caune
AOC turns our attention to ‘Ring Parade’, and we’re not talking diamonds — although model Karlina Caune is sporting some serious watches in this fashion story for the September 2024 issue of Madame Figaro Paris [IG].
Stylist Sylvie Clemente is ringside, preparing Caune to fight, fight, fight — as women did in Sparta. Photographer Thiemo Sander [IG] photographs the fashion action for Madame Figaro; and AOC takes a seriously-informed deep dive into the health benefits of boxing. / Hair by Kazuko Kitaoka; makeup by Maria Olsson
Historical records and artwork from different civilizations reveal women engaging in activities like wrestling, running, and even boxing. Ancient Minoan artifacts, for example, depict women participating alongside men in athletic competitions, while the society of Sparta in ancient Greece famously encouraged women to train in physical exercises to strengthen them as future mothers of warriors — male and female.
All AOC can say is “Thank goddess for cave paintings.” Let’s go.
Read MoreDoutzen Kroes Covers Vogue Netherlands September 2024 by Lachlan Bailey
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