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Model Sara Sampaio has a thoroughbred fashion moment, styled by Marina Gallo for Vogue Spain’s October issue. Alvaro Beamud Cortés captures Sara as the seasons change in ‘Larga Cabalgada’. /Hair by Wendy Iles; makeup by Luciano Chiarello
Max Papendieck Flashes Julia Van Os in 'Silver Screen' for Vogue Greece October 2019
A sultry Julia Van Os is styled by Anna Katsanis in Hollywood glam lensed by Max Papendieck for Vogue Greece October 2019./ Hair by Brent Lawler; makeup by Jeanine Lobell
Alexandra Micu Poses in Clean Slate 'White Now' Resort, Early Spring Tailored Fashion
Rising model Alexandra Micu is styled by Miguel Enamorado in ‘White Now’, a forward look into resort and early spring lensed by Txema Yeste for Harper’s Bazaar US November 2019./ Hair & makeup by Jordi Fontanals
Carolyn Murphy Enjoys 'Eternal Muse' Status for Harper's Bazaar Korea October 2019
Supermodel Carolyn Murphy is styled Lee Jinsun in ‘Eternal Muse’, lensed by Hong Jang Hyun for Harper’s Bazaar Korea October 2019./ Hair by Rolando Beauchamp; makeup by Tyron Machhausen
Missy Rayder by Ahmed Klink for Vanity Fair Italy September 2019
Model Missy Rayder is styled by Sarah Grittini in ‘A proposito di una donna’, lensed by New-York based, Lebanese photographer Ahmed Klink for Vanity Fair Italia September 2019./ Hair by William Scott Blair; makeup by Samantha Lau
This editorial ‘Pagan Something’ on Flamboyant Magazine is a discovery via Vogue Italia’s Talents focus on photographer Marco D’Amico and stylist Italo Pantano.
Pantano styled ‘Pagan Something’ for Flamboyant, lensed by photographer Emanuele Savoia. The editorial begins with a quote by Theda Kenyon, author of ‘Witches Still Live’: The blackest chapter in the history of Witchcraft lies not in the malevolence of Witches but in the deliberate, gloating cruelty of their prosecutors.
You might think that the entire subject of Witchcraft is long behind us, but this is not so. As theologians use archaeology, cultural anthropology and a host of new discoveries about early Christians to examine the critical question ‘Is God male?’, theologians like Sister Elizabeth A. Johnson, a Fordham University professor, are under attack.
American bishops have issued a 21-page critique governing the future of theological study in the United States, writes the NYTimes.
Bhumika Arora Poses in 'Leather Weather' by Royal Gilbert for ELLE Canada October 2019
Model Bhumika Arora looks cool in ‘Leather Weather’, styled by Annie Horth in images by Royal Gilbert for Elle Canada October 2019./ Hair by Jerome Cultera; makeup by Nicolas Blanchet
Emma Summerton Flashes 'To New Shore' with Pooja Mor for Vogue Germany November 2019
Models George Midgley and Pooja Mor are styled by Natasha Royt in ‘To New Shore’. Photographer Emma Summerton captures the duo for Vogue Germany November 2019./ Hair by Mustafa Yanaz; makeup by Ralph Siciliano
Kerolyn Soares '11 Fall Looks' by Karim Sadli for WSJ Magazine October 2019
Kerolyn Soares arrived in her fashion moment from Dourados, Brazil, posing with wide-set eyes and androgynous, razor-short hair. In short order, Kerolyn is walking all the major shows and stepping into big title fashion editorials. Appearing here styled by Francesca Burns in ‘11 Fall Looks’, Kerolyn is lensed as a true-grit human by Karim Sadli for WSJ Magazine October 2019.
Lilly Stent Luxuriates in Camel Land, Lensed by Steven Chee for Grazia Australia
Model Lilly Stent is styled by Charlotte Stokes in ‘The Western Front’ — and we’re not talking Morocco. Lensman Steven Chee captures the adventure on location at Cable Beach, Broome, WA for Grazia Australia’s ‘The Reinvention Issue’. / Hair and makeup Hendra Widjaja
In all honesty, camels and Australia never went together in our inquiring minds at AOC. Camels are not native to Australia but the country’s wild camel population is the largest in the world.
Ugbad Abdi is Lensed by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue Arabia October 2019
Rising model Ugbad Abdi poses in ‘A Legend has fallen and a new legacy RISES’, a tribute to famed photographer Peter Lindbergh, who captured these images. Katie Trotter styles Ugbad for Vogue Arabia October 2019.
Vogue Arabia chats with the refugee who was born in Kismayo, Somalia before fleeing to Dadaab refugee camp in Kenya, where she lived for nine years. Ugbad’s family eventually relocated to Iowa, living in one of America’s oldest Muslim communities.
Mica Arganaraz + Selena Forrest in Fendi Haute Couture for Vogue UK
Models Mica Arganaraz and Selena Forrest are styled by Julia Sarr-Jamois in Fendi Haute Couture, the first showing of the Italian luxury label without Karl Lagerfeld. Photographer Angelo Pennetta is behind the lens for British Vogue November 2019 with ‘There’s No Place Like Rome’.
Hailey Bieber Takes A Country Stroll Lensed by Matt Easton for British Vogue October 2019
Model Hailey Bieber dresses up fine, styled by Dena Giannini in ‘A River Runs Through It’. Photographer Matt Easton captures Hailey country stroll for British Vogue October 2019./ Hair by Panos Papandrianos; makeup by Frank B
Alek Wek + Jeremy O. Harris in 'Tender Head' by Campbell Addy for Interview Magazine AOC Fashion & Style
IMG model Alek Wek and playwright Jeremy O. Harris star in ‘Tender Head’, an original short story by Harris and fashion editorial for Interview Magazine, published online October 4, 2019. Gabriella Karefa-Johnson styles the duo for images by Campbell Addy. / Makeup by Raisa Flowers; hair by Susy; set design Michael Younker.
AOC last encountered Jeremy O. Harris in his New York Times interview with Rihanna, after her new partnership with LVMH was announced.
Harris’ words and tight, poignant prose in ‘Tender Head’ are emotionally and psychologically gripping, as he writes from the interior perspective of the experience. Known for his work on ‘Daddy’ and now ‘Slave Play’, Jeremy O. Harris was the winner of the 2018 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, given by the Vineyard Theatre in New York City.
Annemarieke van Drimmelen Flashes Naomi Campbell for WSJ Magazine October 2019
Supermodel Naomi Campbell is styled by Alex White in ‘The Naomi Mystique’, lensed by Annemarieke van Drimmelen for WSJ Magazine October 2019./ Hair by Lorenzo Barcella; makeup by Angloma
“Naomi sweeps you into her world—one minute you are in London, next minute you are in India, next minute you could be in Africa. It’s a whirlwind,” says another member of that group chat, Edward Enninful, the editor in chief of British Vogue, who met her when he was a 19-year-old fashion director for i-D magazine. The day of their first shoot, she invited him to hop on a private jet to Dublin with her. Enninful, who named Campbell a Vogue contributing editor in 2017, describes her as having the mystique of an old Hollywood star such as Greta Garbo or Marlene Dietrich. “Naomi came up at a time when models had to really learn their craft, almost like a studio system,” he says. “Apart from being incredibly ambitious, she is incredibly focused. Naomi loves being a model. When you shoot her, you realize there are only a handful of models who can give what she can. It’s just this magic.”
Arthur Elgort Eyes Tasha Tilberg & Co in Modern Classics for Sunday Times UK
Models Tasha Tilberg is joined by Liisa Winkler and Yasmine Warsame in a red, black and white Sunday Times Style Magazine UK October 6, 2019 fashion editorial. Photographer Arthur Elgort captures the trio on the streets of New York, with styling by Verity Parker./ Hair by Kevin Ryan; makeup artist Maki Ryoke
Mariacarla Boscono Is Eternal Goddess Lensed by Nadine Ijewere for Modern China Weekly
Top model Mariacarla Boscono is styled by Nathan Klein in ethereal nothingness at home in Rome. Photographer Nadine Ijewere is behind the lens for Modern Weekly China September 11, 2019. / Hair by Edward Lampley; makeup by Celia Burton
Bella Hadid Covers Vogue Netherlands November Design Issue, Lensed by Sean Thomas
Supermodel Bella Hadid covers the November 2019 issue of Vogue Netherlands Dutch Design Issue. Dimphy Den Otter styles Bella in luxe looks from Alexander McQueen, Dior, Rolf Haute Couture, Valentino Haute Couture and more. Sean Thomas is on location, capturing Bella at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Charlee Fraser Wears Minimal Lingerie, Bold Gold Jewelry for Vogue Mexico October 2019
Model Charlee Fraser fronts a collection of modern, minimal lingerie and bold jewelry from Alexander Wang, Bottega Veneta, Bulgari, Chopard, Tiffany, Wolford and more, styled by Sandy Armeni. Photographer Yulia Gorbachenko flashes ‘The Skin I Live In’ for Vogue Mexico October 2019./ Hair by Peter Gray; makeup by Tyron Machhausen; creative direction by JP Micallef
Ymre Stiekema Wears Modern Black Tailoring Lensed by Andreas Ortner for ELLE Germany
Dutch model Ymre Stiekema simmers in bold, black modern fabrics and architectural designs long on trench coats, styled by Pia Leoni Knoll. Andreas Ortner is behind the lens for ELLE Germany November 2019./ Hair & makeup by Marita Thoma-Politou
Martha Hunt Makes Black Magic by Caleb & Gladys for Collectible Dry #13
VS Angel Martha Hunt is styled by Sayuri Bloom for ‘Tempest in the City’, lensed by Caleb & Gladys for Collectible Dry #13 Fall 2019./ Makeup by Joseph Carrillo; hair by Felix Fischer
Valentina Sampaio Covers ELLE France in Fashion Classics by Sebastian Kim
Victoria’s Secret’s new model Valentina Sampaio covers the October 11, 2019 issue of ELLE France, lensed by Sebastian Kim. Stylist Isabel Dupre chooses classic looks from Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Givenchy, Wolford and more./ Hair by Zaiya Latt; makeup by Hung Vanngo
Celebrated for her achievement in joining the “new and improved” Victoria’s Secret, Valentina Sampaio told Vogue:
“Imagine a world where it is not news that a transgender model has been appointed by a fashion brand,” she says. “Wouldn’t that be amazing?! Because it would mean that it is normal and it is happening all the time. I want to see this across all communities. Ultimately I want to live in a world with more respect for every kind of human being.”
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Swiss architect Peter Zumthor and the late French-born artist Louise Bourgeoise collaborated in the hauntingly beautiful and poetic Steilneset Memorial in Vardø, Norway, an arresting memorial to 91 people, 77 women and 14 men, who were burned at the stake here in the 17th century for the crime of witchcraft.
Sturla J. Stalsett, general secretary of the Vardø Church City Mission, pointed out during the opening ceremonies presided over by Her Majesty Queen Sonja of Norway, that the memorial is meant to remind us of the ongoing danger of collectively creating scapegoats. If historical circumstances seem peculiar now, the intent behind the work addresses larger moral claims.
I highlight descriptions of the memorial, drafted for Architectural Record: