EIC Alexandra Shulman Says Adele Was Vogue UK’s Worst-Selling Cover, Thinks Sample Sizes Are Too Small
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British Vogue EIC Alexandra Shulman gave a talk in London Wednesday night and the magazine published some of the most fascinating takeaways on its own blog–something we can’t envision ever happening at American Vogue. And at Italian Vogue, Franca Sozzani would have just blogged about it herself. Read more…
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L’Uomo Vogue‘s May Issue is Dedicated to the ‘Rebranding of Africa’, Features Ban Ki-moon on Cover
L’Uomo Vogue‘s May possibly concern delves into a subject rarely explored by style magazines: Planet politics. In reality, the whole issue is devoted to the “rebranding of Africa”, and functions the unlikely cover star of 67-year-old Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary Common of the UN.
According to a press release, the issue will “present a new portrait of an Africa that is positive, creative and confident of its own strengths,” in an work to shed the continent’s image of war and famine, which is consistently presented by the media. It is true that those strifes are nevertheless a part of Africa’s overall identity, but, as L’Uomo Vogue reaffirms, there’s a lot, much a lot more to the continent, such as expanding textile and oil industries, fledgling contemporary cities and a rapidly advancing education method. Not to mention the continent (Nigeria especially) is property to the world’s third biggest movie-creating area immediately after Hollywood and Bollywood, fittingly dubbed “Nollywood,” and an up-and-coming style scene, which has been making headlines as of late. And it is these exciting developments which L’Uomo Vogue‘s Could concern aims to celebrate.
“The entire issue is packed with portraits of neighborhood personalities: not just presidents, initial ladies and queens, but also artists, singers, musicians, actors, stylists, writers, models – each and every one particular of whom has been portrayed in a good light,” editor Franca Sozzani stated. “They all agreed to take portion in the situation precisely simply because presenting a positive image of the continent implies focusing globe focus on an area that has been hitherto excluded, with the exception of a quantity of nations where development has been attainable thanks to tourism. But each of the African nations is endowed with enormous possible.”
Vogue Italia’s ‘Haute Mess’ Editorial: Racist Or Not? The Debate Continues

Yesterday, Vogue Italia released their Haute Mess editorial in its entirety and we noticed a couple of people had taken to the internet to voice their opinions about it–in particular, whether or not or not it’s racist.
In the Steven Meisel-lensed editorial (which you can see right here), best models like Joan Smalls, Coco Rocha and Jessica Stam put on over-the-top, flashy ensembles (styled by Lori Goldstein) with crazy colorful weaves, heavily painted on makeup (Pat McGrath) and impractically lengthy nails while parading by means of grocery retailers and quick food chains. They look “ghetto fabulous” and appear to be depicting some distinctly American stereotypes. And, arguably, racial ones. The discussion has continued.
Fashin commenter dman90 believed the spread was also one-note:
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For Spring Break or Resort Fun in the Sun, Cover Up Safely & Stylishly
There is only so a lot sunscreen you can possibly pile on without feeling (and looking) like a giant oil slick. Which is hardly the way to get your attractive Beach Bunny on. Even so, the alternative, clothing that incorporates sun-protection…most make burkas appear like the height of chic. Recognizing an unfulfilled niche at the crossroads of Style & SPF, the former style director of Vogue, Alexandra Kotur – at the moment Creative Director at Town & Nation – and a former federal prosecutor & mom to three, Tiffany Moller, teamed up on a new luxe line of revolutionary, sun-protective resortwear.
The Parasol collection is comprised of body-con swim dresses, skirts, sarongs, cardigans & sun shirts – all lightweight and with the correct quantity of stretch, luxuriously soft & speedy drying, and below Kotur’s creative path, stylish as well. Most importantly, the Italian stretch knit fabric used affords a physical barrier against 95% of the sun’s harmful rays. “It’s truly the smartest style below the sun,” they add.
To help melanoma investigation, Parasol is donating $ 1 for every single new “Like” on their FB Parasol Page – Facebook.com/parasolsun – to the Melanoma Research Alliance.
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Hautelinks: Week of 2/2/12

Did you really like the headband Michelle Williams wore to the Golden Globes? If so, A Pair & a Spare shows you how to DIY your personal jeweled headband – adorable!
The 7 Most Baffling Factors About Women’s Clothes. Ah, these are so true, but is it weird that we like items the way they are (okay, with the exception of vanity sizing)? I guess we’ve learned to reside with the craziness.
Disney fans, you will love this: A new makeup line inspired by Tinkerbell!
Solange Knowles, Amber Le Bon, Tali Lennox on Alberta Ferretti’s Catwalk!

Solange Knowles showcases Alberta Ferretti’s slinky silver gown
What a week it’s been so far; BAFTA parties, the Golden Globe Awards, Men’s Fashion Week – and it all kicked off with a double fashion show at Alberta Ferretti in Milan. The runway event showcased both the Pre-Fall collection along with a new Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition demi-couture line. This line is a brand new one for Alberta Ferretti, and is designed with young well-dressed celebrities and it-girls in mind. And boy, did these girls come out in force.

Florence Brudenell-Bruce works a sheer black number
Karlie Kloss, Natasha Poly & more by Steven Meisel for Vogue Italia

Magazine: Vogue Italia
Issue: January 2012
Editorial: The Collections on IVC
Photographer: Steven Meisel
Model: Karlie Kloss, Natasha Poly, Sigrid Agren, Joan Smalls, Caroline Trentini, Daria Strokous, Gertrud Hegelund
Stylist: Karl Templer







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“The Collection On IVC” In Vogue Italia, January 2012!

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