UN Ambassador Gigi Hadid Visits Jamtoli Refugee Camp In Bangladesh, Housing Rohingya Muslims

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UN Ambassador Gigi Hadid Visits Jamtoli Refugee Camp In Bangladesh, Housing Rohingya Muslims

Gigi Hadid has embarked on her first humanitarian mission as a UNICEF ambassador, visiting the Rohingya Muslim refugees in Bangladesh as part of a United Nations Children’s Fund initiative. The part Palestinian model is documenting her visit with Muslim children in Cox's Bazaar's Jamtoli Refugee Camp on her Instagram account. The Jamtoli Refugee Camp is currently home to approximately 45,000 Rohingya refugees who escaped Myanmar after the 2012 riots that resulted in the displacement of over 90,000 people.

The 23-year-old showed her 40 million followers a football game with some of the children, along with this text:

“As well as psychosocial work to help them get through trauma through activities like art, they also can play sports, learn music, and learn to read & draw (some for the first time in their lives). Separate from educational spaces, the importance of these spaces is huge due to the fact that refugee children can spend a majority of the day working, usually collecting fire wood from miles away so their families can cook, taking care of siblings, helping around the house, etc., and here they can just focus on having fun!”

Hadid also visited the ‘Women/Girl Friendly’ zones in the Jamtoli Camp: a safe place for females, young and old, to come learn basic education as well as personal hygiene, skills such as sewing, and also a place where they can share and connect with other women and girls.

AOC missed the June announcement that Gigi Hadid was joining HM Queen Rania of Jordan, Serena Williams, Priyanka Chopra and Katy Perry as a UNICEF International Ambassador.  We've never been critical of Gigi, including when she speaks in support of Palestinians, but it thrills us extra, when she puts her celebrity status to good works like this visit to Bangladesh. This is true beauty!!

Julie Champeau Flashes McKenna Hellam In 'Field of Dreams' For Sunday Times Style

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Model McKenna Hellam is styled by Jonathan Huguet for 'Field of Dreams'. Julie Champeau captures Mckenna for The Sunday Times Style Magazine August 19, 2018. / Makeup by Marie Duhart; hair by Alexandry Costa

Killer Mike Joins Atlanta's High Museum Board, Talks Arts Education & Inclusivity

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Kerry James Marshall's 'Past Times' 1997 Image, private collection of rapper and Atlanta High Museum Board Member Michael Render

Killer Mike Joins Atlanta's High Museum Board, Talks Arts Education & Inclusivity

Atlanta’s High Museum of Art has been unusually successful in attracting young people and people of color to the museum in recent years. Now, Killer Mike, the 43-year-old rapper, who is a committed activist and father of four, is the newest member appointed to the board

Killer Mike, whose given name is Michael Render, is known for hard-hitting, hip hop rhymes about income inequality, police brutality, and systemic racism, topics that also infuse his political commentary and activism. The rapper garnered headlines with Democratic progressives in 2016 with his embrace of Bernie Sanders. Render has become a sought-after contributor on the news and political panels, and a guest lecturer at some of America’s top colleges and universities with his articulated views on the intersection of art and culture.

Beyond the headlines, Killer Mike has deep roots in the visual arts (he turned down several fine art scholarships to pursue a career in music), his appointment to the board of Atlanta's major American museum is uncharted territory for the Atlanta native. Killer Mike is up for the challenge.

In a conversation with artnet News, the rapper outlined his goals to increase African American and working-class attendance at the High. Render also touched on the importance of arts education, the role of public schools, and the convergence of the art world and hip hop in recent years.."

KERRY JAMES MARSHALL’S PAST TIMES (1997). IMAGE COURTESY OF SOTHEBY’S.

Irina, Natalia & Natasha Cover Vogue Russia's September 20th Anniversary Issue

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Irina, Natalia & Natasha Cover Vogue Russia's September 20th Anniversary Issue

Star models Irina Shayk, Natalia Vodianova and Natasha Poly unite to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Vogue Russia. Olga Dunina styles the trio in Moschino, Gucci, Balenciaga and more for the September 2018 issue, lensed by Giampaolo Sgura.

Bella Hadid Fronts True Religion Denim Revival, Lensed By Boo George

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Manhattan Beach, Calif-based denim brand is betting on its second coming, tapping Bella Hadid as the new face of the brand. After emerging from bankruptcy late in 2017, True Religion says that Hadid is "the natural choice to meld the iconic essence of the braned with the modern view of its future."

An all-star creative team was assembled to shoot the fall campaign, which will begin appearing in media on Aug. 27 and in all store windows across the U.S. and U.K on Sept. 6. Photographer Boo George, stylist Mimi Cuttrell, and hair and makeup duo Jen Atkinand Mary Phillips created the imagery and looks to usher True Religion into a new era that honors the heritage of the brand.

“It was a great experience shooting an iconic denim campaign in Los Angeles,” Hadid said. “I grew up with True Religion and was excited to play a part of the brand’s next chapter.”

Kaia Gerber Wears Saint Laurent Lensed By Angelo Pennetta For LOVE Magazine Fall-Winter 2018

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With two Saint Laurent campaigns in her resume, rising model Kaia Gerber flexes her strong connection to the brand in 'KSL' featuring looks from the fall collection styled by Danny Reed. Angelo Pennetta is behind the lens for LOVE Magazine's Fall-Winter 2018 issue. 

Sylve Colless Captures Lou and Nils Schoof For Harper's Bazaar Australia September 2018

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Sylve Colless Captures Lou and Nils Schoof For Harper's Bazaar Australia September 2018

Brother sister duo Lou Schoof and Nils Schoof are styled by Naomi Smithin this western editorial with thoroughly modern clothes lensed by Sylve Colless for Harper's Bazaar Australia September 2018./ Hair by Christian Marc; makeup by Peter Beard

Aube Jolicoeur Is Space Age Ice Queen By Txema Yeste For Harper's Bazaar US September 2018

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Aube Jolicoeur Is Space Age Ice Queen By Txema Yeste For Harper's Bazaar US September 2018

Haitian track star and rising model Aube Jolicoeur, 26, is styled by Anna Trevelyan in space age silver, body con modern looks, lensed by Txema Yeste for Harper's Bazaar US September 2018./ Hair by Ali Pirzadeh; makeup by Victor Alvarez

Blanca Padilla Joins Ralph Lauren In 'American Dream' In Advance Of Lauren's 50th Anniversary Show

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Master American designer Ralph Lauren joins model Blanca Padilla in a preview celebration of the luxury fashion brand's 50th anniversary. Joanna Hillman styles Blanca in 'American Dream', lensed by Alexi Lubomirski for Harper's US September 2018./ Hair by Serge Normant; makeup by Gucci Westman

The American fashion house will mark its half century on September 7th, during New York Fashion Week by hosting a show set against the famed backdrop of the Bethesda Terrace fountain in Manhattan's Central Park. Following the catwalk show, there will then be an al-fresco dinner for VIP guests.

Adut Akech Flies To Santorini For Americana Manhasset's Fall/Winter 2018 Campaign #IAMAmericana

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Sudanese-Australian model Adut Akech Bior joins Gabriel-Kane Day Lewis on the Greek island of Santorini for Americana Manhasset's Fall/Winter 2018 campaign.  Luxury agency Laspata Decaro captures the campaign for the Long Island North Shore collection of 60 specialty shops that include the world's most famous luxury brands. 

An important new addition to the debut of the Fall 2018 Fashion Book is the introduction of a charitable social campaign centered on the hashtag #IAMAmericana. Through a creative combination of voice-overs and visuals, models Adut and Gabriel express who they are as individuals, each on their own odyssey (we invite you to view these videos on our Web site at your leisure). Americana Manhasset will be inviting friends, clients, supporters and fashion partners to snap a photo or video revealing who they are. In turn, we will donate $1 to charity for all such posts when they use the hashtag #IAMAmericana. There will be five benefiting charities representing a range of causes.

Adut Akech made history in July as the second black model to close out the Chanel Haute Couture show as a bride. Akech, 18, spent her early years in a Kenyan refugee camp after fleeing war-torn South Sudan. Now 18, Adut said in an emotional Instagram post after the Chanel show that "no words can express" her pride. "This one's for the dreamers," Adut added.

The last black Chanel bride was British-Sudanese model Alex Wek in 2004. 

WSJ Magazine's 10th Anniversary Issue Shares Closeups Of Its 10 Top Models By Inez & Vinoodh

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WSJ Magazine's 10th Anniversary Issue Shares Closeups Of Its 10 Top Models By Inez & Vinoodh

WSJ Magazine continues its 10 years anniversary with its focus on 10 top models. In alphabetical order, two images each, are Adwoa Aboah, Andrea Diaconu, Anna Ewers, Carolyn Murphy, Doutzen Kroes, Freja Beha Erichsen, Imaan Hammam, Karlie Kloss, Rianne Van Rompaey, Tao Okamoto styled by George Cortina in images byInez & Vinoodh. / Hair by Ward Stegerhoek; makeup by Dick Page

Harley Weir Flashes Sohyun Jung In 'A Contemplative State' For the NYT Style Magazine August 2018

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Model Sohyun Jung is styled by Suzanne Koller in 'A Contemplative State', lensed by Harley Weir for The New York Times Style Magazine August 2018./ Hair by Holli Smith; makeup by Lauren Parsons

Anna de Rijk Is A Goddess Rising Lensed By Sonia Szóstak For Vogue Poland September 2018

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Anna de Rijk Is A Goddess Rising Lensed By Sonia Szóstak For Vogue Poland September 2018

Model Anna de Rijk is styled by Karolina Gruszecka as a modern-day Aphrodite for ethereal, exquisite images by Paris-based photographer Sonia Szóstak in Vogue Poland September 2018.  Szóstak's landing page is pure artistry. 

WSJ Magazine's 10th Anniversary Issue Shares Closeups Of Its 10 Top Models By Inez & Vinoodh

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WSJ Magazine's 10th Anniversary Issue Shares Closeups Of Its 10 Top Models By Inez & Vinoodh

WSJ Magazine continues its 10 years anniversary with its focus on 10 top models. In alphabetical order, two images each, are Adwoa Aboah, Andrea Diaconu, Anna Ewers, Carolyn Murphy, Doutzen Kroes, Freja Beha Erichsen, Imaan Hammam, Karlie Kloss, Rianne Van Rompaey, Tao Okamoto styled by George Cortina in images byInez & Vinoodh. / Hair by Ward Stegerhoek; makeup by Dick Page

Christy Turlington Covers Vogue Poland September 2018, Lensed By Chris Colls

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Christy Turlington Covers Vogue Poland September 2018, Lensed By Chris Colls

True supermodel, maternal health activist, wife and mom Christy Turlington Burnscovers the September 2018 issue of Vogue Poland. Julie Pelipas styles Christy in black and white artistry by Chris Colls./ Hair by Ward Stegerhoek; makeup by Diane Kendal

Nicky Minaj Covers Vogue Arabia September 2018 As 'Queen' Hits #1 In 85 Countries

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Platinum-selling rapper Nicki Minaj lands her first Vogue cover ever, gracing the September issue of Vogue Arabia. Minaj, with more than 90 million followers on Instagram, has dropped her fourth album 'Queen', after a hiatus of nearly four years. 

Within a few hours of the album’s release, 'Queen' had reached number one in more than 85 countries, including the UAE, Palestine, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia, writes Vogue Arabia. . The success was met with high-profile acclaim, with Naomi Campbell and Kim Kardashian sharing enthusiastic support ahead of the artist’s August 20 performance at the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards. 

“The fashion industry has been successfully collaborating with rap artists because they appeal to young luxury consumers and global influence. In 2018, we’re not just obsessing over their lyrics, we’re taking their style notes, too,” explains editor-in-chief Manuel Arnaut of Vogue Arabia’s 17th cover. “For us, Nicki Minaj embodies everything that makes the industry crossover a success. She’s the author and producer of most of her material, is a platinum-selling rapper, a successful businesswoman with clothing, fragrance, and beverage lines, and has appeared on Time’s 100 most influential people list. Put simply, she’s the ultimate girl boss.”

The covers and fashion editorial were shot in New York a few days before May's Met Gala by an all-female team. Photographer Emma Summerton was behind the lens, with styling by Anna Katsanis and Vogue Arabia fashion director Katie Trotter. Kim Kimble worked on hair with makeup by Sheika Daley. 

Carolyn Murphy Is 'In Transition' Lensed By Russell James For NY Times Style Magazine

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Carolyn Murphy Is 'In Transition' Lensed By Russell James For NY Times Style Magazine

Supermodel Carolyn Murphy covered the July 2018 issue of The New York Times Style Magazine Singapore. Famed Victoria's Secret photographer, activist and humanitarian Russell James captures Murphy 'In Transition' with styling by Jack Wang and Jumius Wong./ Hair by Teddy Charles; makeup by Hung Vanngo

Angelo Pennetta Flashes Vittoria Ceretti In 'She's Electric' For Vogue US September 2018

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Angelo Pennetta Flashes Vittoria Ceretti In 'She's Electric' For Vogue US September 2018

Top model Vittoria Ceretti is styled by Alex Harrington in muted neon colors for 'She's Electric'. Photographer Angelo Pennetta captures Vittoria for Vogue USSeptember 2018./ Hair by Akki; makeup by Fara Homidi

Joshua Jordan Eyes Kris Gottschalk In 'Second Skin' For ELLE Germany September 2018

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German model Kris Gottschalk wears parfait midtones styled by Astrid Doll in 'Second Skin'. Photographer Joshua Jordan flashes Kris for ELLE Germany September 2018./ Hair by Charles McNair; makeup by Sandrine Van Slee