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MEMOIRS OF A GAGA - V MAGAZINE #71 The Asian Issue - LIMITED EDITION

Very reminiscent of the Dragon with three heads or Hecate, the greek goddess of the crossroads.  All the reason to give Gaga three totally amazing looks on one sick body. There is something very Gianni Versace about this cover!

taken from Nicola Formichetti's twitter page, a twitpic of him stopping by V headquarters to try on on of the limited edition t-shirts that comes with the Collector's Edition

Calling All Monsters!!!!!

V Magazine has come out with a Collector's Edition to their Issue #71, The Asian Issue, featuring Lady Gaga in Memoirs of a Gaga, with an interview by Elton John and cover photography by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin and styling by Nicola Formichetti of course!

10% of all proceeds from the Collector's Edition go towards Japan Relief Efforts.  You can order your copy online here.

The regular copy of this issue can be found on news stands or in the mail if you receive a subscription.

'James Dean' Looks & 'Bette Davis Eyes' - James Franco on the Cover of Vogue Hommes International

cover shot by Terry Richardson

Beauty does sell magazine covers! And in this case, all of James Franco's fans old and new are going to love this cover once it hits newsstands.  For Vogue Hommes International, their Spring/Summer 2011 issue pays homage to the 'James Dean' -esque good looks that Franco was told he had when he first hit the acting scene.  Since then, he has become a fully bonafied fashion icon, who Frida Giannini, the creative director at Gucci has made the face of their Menswear.  The cover is a ode to the 70's style of photography, with tank top and underarm hair in check, Helmut Newton would be proud of the rawness of this photograph.

Look for this to hit new stands after the 18th of March. Can't wait to see the rest of the editorials!!!  Below are two photos by Helmut Newton that I immediately thought of when I saw this cover. Same mood.

above two photographs taken by Helmut Newton, source, "Pages from the Glossies"

Lara Stone on the Cover of February Paris Vogue

Vogue Paris February 2011 cover in newstands January 21; photo courtesy of vogue.fr.com
Gucci Spring 2011; photo courtesy Vogue.com

On the February cover of French Vogue with the last issues before the departure of Carine Roitfeld, Lara Stone, a favorite model of the magazine graces the cover wearing bright bold colors dressed in Gucci.  I love the fresh garden meets "Studio 54" vibe to the cover.  Lara Stone's alabaster skin against the colors of her make up and clothes is like a nice cold drink on a hot day. Above is the same look on Joan Smalls on the Gucci runway at Milan Fashion Week Spring 2011.  It definitely elevates the already polished look set forth on the runway. It could be very "Tom Ford" for Gucci circa 2004.

Great colored makeup by Francois Nars for Gianni Versace Spring 1993

QUEEN VICTORIA - Victoria Beckham on the February Cover of British Vogue

Victoria Beckham is on the February cover of British Vogue looking very earthy and natural, a contrast to the polished glamazon that we are used to seeing on the streets and red carpet.  Although it is not a cover with a lot of action the pastel colors are very pretty. Another reason to like it is that it does not look like a "celebrity shot" which has become monotonous.  It is an image where the photographer has managed to catch it's subject relaxed, serene, very minimal, but still giving plenty of fashion attitude.  The latest news is that the Beckhams are expecting their fourth child.  Brad and Angelina are not the only one's building a Football team!

all photos courtesy www.vogue.co.uk  

Adieu Carine~

photo courtesy style.com; Carine Roitfeld front row, John Galliano Spring 2009, Paris Fashion Week

What sad sad news today!  It was publicly announced this morning that Carine Roitfeld, the Editor-In-Chief of French Vogue would be stepping down from her position.  What I can say is out of all the magazines out there, and believe me, there are many, French Vogue is always on the top of my list. All because of Carine. Although I am happy for her to move onto other things, I find it hard to envision what the magazine will look like without her.  Part of me is still in denial and the fashion world will definitely miss her presence and voice.

She has been responsible for promoting and standing behind many talents in the industry and I am sure that each and everyone of them in some way or another has reached out to her personally.

We will will all be waiting and watching eagerly as we were with Tom Ford to see where this major force in fashion plants her feet next.  She will come back stronger than ever, like the rising Phoenix.  Don't forget what people like Phoebe Philo have accomplished after coming back to the industry after some good time off.

Again, Carine, wishing you all the best although we are sad to hear the news.

Keira Knightley Cover of January British Vogue

A super glossy and sleek Keira Knightley photographed for Vogue UK by Mario Testino in Miu Miu, Sonia Rykiel, Prada and Marni makes you think Helmut Newton circa 1970.

Gisele Bündchen on the December Issue of Vogue Italia

photo courtesy vogueitalia.it; Gisele wears a tulle dress embroidered with beads and sequins by Valentino

A-N-N-A 10 Magazine

all photographs courtesy 10 Magazine; photographer Giampaolo Sgura, Fashion Editor Anna Dello Russo, Hair Franco Gobbi at Close Up Milano, Make Up Jessica Nedza at Close Up Milano, Talent Anna Dello Russo, Nail Technician Rosanna De Marco at Close Up Milano, Photographer's Assistants Angela Improta and Giuliano Carparelli, Fashion Assistants Aurora Sansone and Viviana Volpicella, Digital Operator Fabio Leidi

I have been waiting for this issue to come out at newsstands in NYC.....and yes, it has just come out.  Not only is this issue of 10 Magazine a collector's item, but the images of Anna Dello Russo are amazing. It was definitely worth the wait.  Each look celebrates Anna's personal style and the fashion designer's that she loves!  She has already worn a lot of these looks at a Fashion Week near you, and the others  are all ones I am sure that have or will somehow make their way into her massive collection and closet.  The photography by Giampaolo Sgura is flawless and I think that he is one of the best people to photograph Anna because he knows her so well.  Congratulations to all the other people that worked on this spread!  Check out the video backstage of the 10 Magazine shooting.  In the words of my fellow Canadians designers Dean & Dan from D^{2, "}FORZA RAGAZZI" 

NEW ORDER... Vogue Italia November 2010 Cover

"Soft sensation. Sensuality and softness. A world of sensations evoked by a drop of luxurious, all-enveloping fragrance is similar to the intense emotions stimulated by a fur coat on the skin"  Vogue Italia.com

photo Steven Meisel;Marmot, pekan and kidassia blouson, Roberto Cavalli. Laced gloves, Todd Lynn; leather garters,Erro; boots, Ann Demeulemeester. Hair by Guido for Redken. Make-up by Pat McGrath for Max Factor. Fashion editor Karl Templer.

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2010 collection courtesy Style.com

above photos taken by me on a recent trip to Paris; Roberto Cavalli Store Rue St. Honoré

What an amazing cover Franca Sozzani and crew!  The colors - skin tones, browns, greys and blacks are striking. They go back so beautifully with what Roberto Cavalli had said with his Fall 2010 collection, which I had the pleasure of looking at thoroughly while I was window shopping at night on Rue St. Honoré.

All in honor of his 40 years in the business, the November cover promotes Roberto Cavalli's Anniversary, the latest addition to his fragrance empire.  Vogue Italia.com calls it " a seductive, warm fragrance that invests the skin with a unique fascination.  The opening fanfare is marked by the fruity freshness of raspberry, green apple and red pepper. The heart is warmed with a blend of wonderful flowers: jasmine, heliotrope and orange blossom. The final touch embraces the body with a precious hint of patchouli and vanilla."  I can't wait to smell it.  It may be on my list of gifts for Christmas!!!

Roberto Cavalli's latest female fragrance, Anniversary

 

Leaving Us SPEECHLESS - Lady Gaga First Artist to Reach 1 Billion You Tube Views

Out Magazine photos shot by Ellen von Unwerth courtesy Lady Gaga.com

Today marks another milestone in the pop star's singer's career.  She is the first artist to hit the one-billion mark on You Tube alone.  Acknowledging this fact with her many fans and followers on Twitter, she writes, "We reached 1 Billion views on youtube little monsters!  If we stick together we can do anything. I dub u kings and queens of youtube! Unite!"

Lady Gaga is by far the most talked about and popular singer on every major internet websites.  We want to congratulate her on this and continuing the use of her success to break down boundaries and bring attention to things that many in the past have swept under the carpet.

I am still waiting for your American Vogue Cover.  I feel it coming soon!!!!!!  Ciao GAGA