Winnie Harlow Expresses Beauty Of Humanity, Lensed By Gilles Bensimon For ELLE UK May 2018

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Winnie Harlow Expresses Beauty Of Humanity, Lensed By Gilles Bensimon For ELLE UK May 2018

Model Winnie Harlow covers the May 2018 issue of ELLE UK, lensed by Gilles Bensimon with bird of paradise fashion looks styled by Anne-Marie Curtis. 

Admittedly, I've come to see Winnie differently in the age of Trump. My original reaction to Winnie was one of empathy for her bravery in being such an 'audacious spirit' pursuing her modeling career with her skin condition of vitiligo. For all the women of every age obsessing with their so-called flaws, Winnie is heroic in embracing her always-changing beauty. It makes me feel small with my own obsessions.

These images by Gilles Bensimon capture my current vision of Winnie Harlow -- a goddess for the ages, a visual repository of the origins of humanity, a return to a single, unified vision of the planet's women. That's lofty, I know, but this editorial captures so beautifully Winnie's ancient origins, suggesting that her beauty is NOT a medical mistake. It's who we are -- our shared DNA -- and our evolution as one race: the human race. ~ Anne

Danilo Hess Flashes Juliana Schung In 'Unexpected Extravagance' For Mojeh Magazine April 2018

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Model Juliana Schung is styled by Stacey Cunningham in 'Unexpected Extravagance', lensed by Danilo Hess for Mojeh Magazine April 2018/ Hair by Hikaru Hirano; makeup by Ryo Yamazaki

Images by See Management for Stacey Cunningham

Karly Loyce Is A 'Bohemian Queen' Lensed By Ward Ivan Rafik For Vogue Germany May 2018

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Karly Loyce Is A 'Bohemian Queen' Lensed By Ward Ivan Rafik For Vogue Germany May 2018

Model Karly Loyce is styled by Claudia Englmann in 'Bohemian Queen', lensed by Ward Ivan Rafik for Vogue Germany May 2018./ Hair by Pawel Solis; makeup by Marie Duhart

Karen Elson Joins Model Alliance Board As It Embraces Fashion Industry's Trickle Down Effect On Women

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Karen Elson Joins Model Alliance Board As It Embraces Fashion Industry's Trickle Down Effect On Women

One of the industry's most prominent models Karen Elson recently joined the Model Alliance's board of directors. Sara Ziff and the Model Alliance came into existence in 2012 with the mission of promoting the fair treatment, safety, overall working conditions and mental health of models. More prominent now than ever, we note a new evolution in the group's mission that includes a need to embrace fashion's trickle-down effect and its impact in the larger population. 

This week Elson joined the Model Alliance's board of directors and its founding director Ziff in a chat in Rachel Comey's Crosby Street store. On hand were editors, agents and designers, along with a lot of young models, writes Vogue. 

Ziff and Elson reviewed the basic accountability steps that the industry is taking to address the 'job' of being a model. Fresh -- if not new -- commentary in the presentation focused on the trickle-down effect that the fashion industry has on women's self-images and the larger culture. Elson shared her thoughts:

Samantha Gradoville Is City Chic In Agata Serge Images For L'Officiel Thailand April 2018

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Model Samantha Gradoville is styled by Mimi Kim in images by Agata Serge forL'Officiel Thailand April 2018. Cover image is Lana Del Ray/ Hair by Tom Twist; makeup by Anneliese Tieck

Damaris Goddie Is Lensed By Cedric Buchet In 'Out Of The Blue' For Porter Magazine #26 Summer 2018

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Dutch model Damaris Goddrie is styled by Cathy Kasterine in 'Out Of The Blue', on location in Chefchaouen, Morocco, perched amid the Rif Mountains. Photographer Cedric Buchet captures Damaris for Porter Magazine #26 Summer 2018./ Hair by Lyndell Mansfield; makeup by Pep Gay

Agata Pospieszynska Delivers Sublime Loveliness In 'Young Hearts Young Free' For Harper's Bazaar UK May 2018

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Agata Pospieszynska Delivers Sublime Loveliness In 'Young Hearts Young Free' For Harper's Bazaar UK May 2018

Models Bianca Redmerski, Bibi Abdulkadir, Charlotte Lindvig, Saska Ingham and Alderney Street pronounce world peace and an end to global warming in this inspiring fashion fantasy 'Young Hearts Young Free', styled by Charlie Harrington. Photographer Agata Pospieszynska captures the innocent loveliness and carefree spirits for Harper's Bazaar UK May 2018. 

Marland Backus Wears Industrial Transparency Lensed By David Duran For Models.com

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Brooklyn model and industrial designer Marland Backus, a frequent muse with edge for brands like Balenciaga and Gucci, fronts a striking new editorial for Models.com. Stylist Woo Lee curates the collection of floating silhouettes constructed with industrial, androgynous attitude, mixed with pieces from the model's own jewelry line. PhotographerDavid Duran is in the studio delivering images that punch out every detail. 

Jackie Nickerson Captures Karen Elson In 'Unbasic' Casual Looks For CR Fashion Book #12

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Model icon Karen Elson wears the pants in 'Unbasic' styled by Ben Perreira. Photographer Jackie Nickerson is behind the lens for CR Fashion Book #12.

Elson announced this week that she has joined the Board of Directors of Model Alliance, joining founder Sara Ziff and other board members in a talk with editors, models and other industry professionals on Wednesday. 

Karlie Kloss & Her Koding Girls Are Ready For 'Lift Off', Lensed By Camilla Akrans For Porter #26 Summer 2018

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Karlie Kloss & Her Koding Girls Are Ready For 'Lift Off', Lensed By Camilla Akrans For Porter #26 Summer 2018

Top model, entrepreneur and activist Karlie Kloss covers the Summer 2018 issue #26 of Porter Magazine, introducing 'Incredible Girls' with passion and purpose. Karlie is styled by Cathy Kasterine for dramatic images called 'Lift Off' by Camilla Akrans. 

AOC hasn't read the Porter article, but one of Karlie's proudest passions is her Kode With Klossy, dedicated to encouraging young girls age 13 to 18 to learn about software engineering. We recently profiled Kode With Klossy in our model news.

Nadja Bender Gets 'The Beauty Memo' Lensed By Dan Smith For Porter Magazine #26 Summer 2018

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Top model Nadja Bender is styled by Helen Broadfoot in 'The Beauty Memo', celebrating the health and well being aspects of sensible sun exposure in the season's sporting swimsuits. Photographer Dan Smith flashes Nadja seaside for Porter Magazine #26 Summer 2018./ Hair by James Rowe; makeup by Mel Arter

Zoe Saldana Stars In 'Boldly Go' Lensed By Ward Ivan Rafik For Porter Edit April 6, 2018

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Zoe Saldana Stars In 'Boldly Go' Lensed By Ward Ivan Rafik For Porter Edit April 6, 2018

Actor Zoe Saldana is styled by Catherine Newell-Hanson in 'Boldly Go', lensed by Ward Ivan Rafik for Porter Edit April 6, 2018.

In her interview with Jennifer Dickinson the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' star admits that always being cast in supporting roles -- the one just perfect for her Dominican and Puerto Rican roots -- was downright depressing. 

Saldana added to PorterEdit magazine: "In my country, where I pledged allegiance every day since I was five, to be told when I'm out there trying to pursue my American dream that I was not a traditional American was very hurtful.

"I will never accept that I am not a traditional anything. I come from where I come from, I can't change that, and you come from where you come from."

On the note, the determined actor in the new Marvel Avengers movie, with Avatar and Star Trek in her portfolio, moves forward.

Amanda Murphy Channels Ancient Women's Wisdom In 'Desert Rose' By Alexandra Nataf For Porter Magazine #26

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Model Amanda Murphy is styled by Ilona Hamer in neutral, tailored prairie femininity for 'Desert Rose'.  Photographer Alexandra Nataf captures the New Mexico landscape for Porter Magazine #26 Summer 2018./ Hair by Conrad Dornan; makeup by Laura Stiassni

Norman Wong Captures Grace Mahary In 'Candy Inc' For Elle Canada May 2018

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Model Grace Mahary is styled by Juliana Schiavinatto in sixties pastels for Candy Inc. Photographer Norman Wong is behind the lens for Elle Canada May 2018./ Hair by Andrew Ly; makeup by Grace Lee

Iris Van Der Plas Fronts 'Alice in Wonderland' By Irina Lis Costanzo For L'Officiel Latvia April 2018

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Model Iris Van Der Plas is styled by Donatella Pia in Gucci, Versace, Miu Miu and more for 'Alice in Wonderland'. Photographer Irina Lis Costanzo captures Iris for L'Officiel Latvia April 2018./ Hair & makeup by Nina Tatavitto

Jess Cole & Molly Smith Are Edgy Modern By Branislav Simoncik For Vogue Portugal April 2018

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Models Jess Cole & Molly Smith are styled by Samuel Drira in edgy, pared-down neutrals. Photographer Branislav Simoncik captures the duo for Vogue Portugal April 2018./ Makeup by Samuel Ruffin Hendrix; hair by Olivier Schawalder

Monica Tomas Poses In Ruffled Femininity Lensed By Porus Vimadalal For Harper's Bazaar India April 2018

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Model Monica Tomas is lensed by Porus Vimadalal in feminine looks styled by Prayag Menon for Harper's Bazaar India April 2018./ Hair by Justine Rae Mellocastro; makeup by Sonam Chandna

Karmen Pedaru Glistens In 'Soft Power' Designs Lensed By Marc De Groot For Air France Madame April/May 2018

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France de Jerphanion styles top model Karmen Pedaru in pastel, glittering, sensual 'Soft Power' looks lensed by Marc De Groot for Air France Madame April/May 2018./ Hair by Paolo Ferreira; makeup by Lili Choi

Vittoria Ceretti Is Modern Cowgirl Lensed By Daniel Jackson For WSJ Magazine April 2018

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Vittoria Ceretti Is Modern Cowgirl Lensed By Daniel Jackson For WSJ Magazine April 2018

Top model Vittoria Ceretti is styled by Geraldine Saglio in western-inspired,  modern cowgirl looks from Versace, Dior, Giorgio Armani and more. Daniel Jackson is in the studio for WSJ Magazine April 2018.