Rubber Souls

I couldn't resist posting these pictures I found of a Gisele Bünchen spread (and cover too, natch) for the December issue of Vogue Italia. Snapped by Steven Miesel, the editorial features the model (or more accurately, the genetically insane freak of nature) swathed in little more than layers of latex. I love how the photos capture something other than the sexy and sultry side she usually gives off; her expressions combine humour and high fashion to a (rubber) tee. 

There's something about this last expression that is just so, so good. It's all in the eyebrows. It reminds me of a boy I used to be quite fond of (who will luckily never read this) who used to do the same thing when looking in the mirror to fix his hair in the morning. One of my favourite expressions in the world, and Gisele captures it perfectly. 




via tFS

First Lady of Vogue

All this election-talk is doing my head in. And, no, I'm not talking about Anna Wintour, despite the title possibly being a fraction misleading. Actually, not really, if you consider the number of Vogue jobs this recruit has nabbed in the past few weeks. For it's our very own Miranda Kerr, cover girl of the September issue of Spanish Vogue, with her very first Vogue cover (as mentioned here.) Along with the cover, shot by Tom Munro, she features in a spread with a slight throwback to the models of the 90s; legs included.

She also featured in...wait for it; 3 editorials for US Vogue this month, 2 shot by Vogue's photographer of choice, Steven Meisel and the other by Peter Lindbergh. Sitting alongside other top models including Lara Stone, Doutzen Kroes, Alessandra Ambrosio and Adriana Lima, she isn't about to relinquish her number 15 spot on MDC's list anytime soon. Quite the contrary, actually. She is fast becoming a favourite of both Meisel (who previously shot her in Prada's fall campaign) and Vogue's EIC herself, so it's just a matter of time before she lands a cover. Still not convinced of her staying power? Look out for next month's issue of Vogue Italia- she'll be on the cover. 

via: TFS and FGR

Universal Coverage

 US Vogue's latest issue features a fashion story (oh so suitable at this time of year) about- you guessed it- coats. Shot by the magnificent Steven Meisel (who else?) against a fall-appropriate backdrop of overgrowth and autumn leaves, the editorial features designs by Burberry, Balmain, Roberto Cavalli and Prada. Maybe it's the models, or maybe it's the backdrop or (just maybe) the clothes or all the elements combined; whatever it is, this is one of the first US Vogue spreads I love.

The whimsical and almost ethereal set design, the subdued lighting, the background fog that reminds you of a crisp autumn morning in which these coats would be perfect. The styling; the way the coats are just thrown over a relaxed shirt or womanly skirt in such a haphazard way (when we all know there's nothing haphazard about it), the dishevelled hair, brocade Balmain that doesn't look at all disco, Sasha, the shearling and the socks and the smouldering stares. Simply breathtaking.

photos: Fashion Gone Rogue

Miranda

Well and truly cementing herself in the high-fashion scene is Miranda Kerr, featuring in her very first high-fashion advertising campaign; for Prada's Fall 2010 collection. Shot by Steven Meisel, the Angel shows off the line's 'new-woman' aesthetic along with Angela Lindvall and Daria Strokous. I'm loving how Meisel features the collection in a way that tells a story almost as much as an editorial; the mix between narrative, model-interaction, and of course, product placement, is perfect.

This comes a year after being hand-picked by Balenciaga's Nicolas Ghesquière to walk for his latest spring and fall collections, as well as appearing on Miuccia's 40's themed Prada runway. Having already walked for designers including Betsey Johnson and Jason Wu at New York Fashion Week before becoming an (almost) household name, walking in Balenciaga's spring show was her first foray into the world of luxury branding. She's also nabbed a number of high fashion spreads of late, including that contraversial nun-inspired editorial in June's Numéro, shot by Greg Kadel, as well as recent spreads in V Magazine, i-D, and Vogue Russia (there's even whispers of an upcoming feature for US Vogue). With rumours of a Jil Sander campaign in the works, one thing's for sure, this angel's star is shining bright.

Backstage at Prada Fall 2010

Making her high-fashion debut for Balenciaga Spring 2010

Numéro #114 La Mauvaise Éducation by Greg Kadel, styled by Patti Wilson.

photos from Fashion Gone Rogue and Style.com

Lanvin Fall 2010 campaign

 

Finally. We've reached that time of year when magazines are flying off the shelves, and not for the content- it's campaign season people! The latest rounds of print advertisements for the Fall 2010 ready-to-wear collections are starting to be released, and from what I've seen so far- we won't be disappointed. Lanvin just unveiled their new campaign on Monday, shot my Steven Meisel featuring Magdalena Frackowiak, Anja Rubik and Mariacarla Boscono. You know it's going to be a good thing when these names are involved. Must say, I'm loving the focus on the embellished accessories in the mirrored shots.

And while we're on the topic of Lanvin (which is a regular occurence around here anyway), here's a peek (no pun intended!) of their Resort showcase...

Love Alber!

pictures: Fashion Gone Rogue and Style.com