Is South Sudan Model Yar Ague Enjoying A Stellar Rise? See Her in Pop Magazine

Is South Sudan Model Yar Ague Enjoying A Stellar Rise? See Her in Pop Magazine

Rising South Sudan model Yar Aguer is styled by Emilie Karech for Pop Magazine’s [IG] Issue 3, September 2024. Photographer Marili Andre [IG] is in the studio, capturing Aguer who arrived on the fashion scene in 2024 and opened the Prada FW2024 show.

Yar Aguer is one to watch, signaled by the impressive list of luxury brands putting her on the runway for two consecutive Feb/March and Sept/Oct seasons. / Hair by Franziska Presche; makeup by Vassilis Theotokis

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Mariacarla Boscono in 'Of Love and Other Demons' by Carlijn Jacobs for d la Repubblica

Mariacarla Boscono in 'Of Love and Other Demons' by Carlijn Jacobs for d la Repubblica

Supermodel and new bride Mariacarla Boscono is styled by Jacob K for d la Repubblica October 19, 2024’s D Style magazine. Photographer Carlijn Jacobs [IG] captures ‘Of Love and Other Demons’ ./ Hair by Oliver Schwalder; makeup by Lucy Bridge

As always, D Style marries images and designers with a lineup that includes Balenciaga, Celine, CHENPENG, Dior, Dolce Gabbana, Gucci, Junya Watanabe, Louis Vuitton, Max Mara, Miu Miu, Sportmax and more.

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Malaika Holmen in 'Modern Lady' by David Roemer for Vogue Arabia September 2024

Malaika Holmen in 'Modern Lady' by David Roemer for Vogue Arabia September 2024

Model Malaika Holmén is styled by Julianna Alabado in ‘Modern Lady’, a Fall 2024 polished-dressing, city woman fashion story featuring Alberta Ferretti, Bottega Veneta, Brandon Maxwell, Chloe, Dior, Emilia Wickstead, Erdem, Fforme, Givenchy, Gucci, Michael Kors, Prada, Stella McCartney, Tom Ford, Toteme, Tove Studio, Zimmermann and more.

Photographer David Roemer [IG] is behind the lens for Vogue Arabia [IG] September 2024./ Hair by Keith Carpenter; makeup by Virginia Young

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Constance Jablonski Celebrates Family in Harper's Bazaar Espańa's November 2024

Constance Jablonski Celebrates Family in Harper's Bazaar Espańa's November 2024

Top model Constance Jablonski covers the November 2024 issue of Harper’s Bazaar España [IG] celebrating the families of Fashion, Art, Beauty and Culture. The French beauty, who is soon to become a mother for the second time with French cyclist husband Matthias Dandois.

Claudia Laukamp styles Jablonski in Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Etro, Falconeri, Fendi, Jil Sander, Loro Piana, Maison Valentino, Marni, Max Mara and more in images by Barcelona-based Xavi Gordo [IG]./ Hair and makeup by Manu Fernández

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Agness Deyn, Amar Akway Do Old School Runway Glam for W Magazine by Carlijn Jacobs

Agness Deyn, Amar Akway Do Old School Runway Glam for W Magazine by Carlijn Jacobs

Models Agyness Deyn and Amar Akway channel catwalk images of the ‘80s and ‘90s, styled by Katie Grand in Balenciaga, Celine, Chanel, Comme des Garçons, Dior, Donna Karan New York, Fendi, Gucci, Hermès, Loro Piana, Louis Vuitton, McQueen, Valentino and more.

Photographer Carlijn Jacobs [IG] makes the image capture for W Magazine [IG] Volume 5, 2024: The Originals. / Hair by Mustafa; makeup by Yadim

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Brunello Cucinelli Reports Solid YTD 2024 Revenue Increase of 12.4%; Q3 Only 9.2%

Brunello Cucinelli Reports Solid YTD 2024 Revenue Increase of 12.4%; Q3 Only 9.2%

Brunello Cucinelli released a strong 2024 nine-months revenue performance that runs counter to generally sluggish financial performance in the luxury sector.

In the third quarter itself, revenues rose 9.2% to 300 million euros ($325 million), with an increase even in China where the brand has limited exposure compared to brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton.

"With the substantial orders already placed for the Men's and Women's Spring-Summer 2025 sales campaign, we can reaffirm our plans for healthy, sustainable growth, projecting a revenue increase of around 10% for both 2025 and 2026," Executive Chairman Cucinelli said in a statement.

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'Sun and Moon' by Christean Kareem for Vogue Portugal October 2024 Mystical Issue

'Sun and Moon' by Christean Kareem for Vogue Portugal October 2024 Mystical Issue

AOC discovered Christean Kareem’s [IG] first fashion story ‘Sun and Moon’ for the October 2024 issue of Vogue Portugal [IG] dedicated to the mystical and mysterious. Models Alay Deng and Fadel are styled by Marisa Ellison in an intoxicating visual brew of fashion wisdom and creative exploration. Visually, Kareem delivered an inspiring, intellectually-complex, maiden-voyage fashion story. / Makeup by Christyna Kay; hair by Jenni Iva Wimmerstedt

The Ancient Understanding of Life

The integration of the sun and moon in modern occult practices manifests in a unique synthesis of ancient wisdom and contemporary spiritual exploration. These celestial bodies serve as potent symbols of the dynamic balance between light and shadow, seen as essential for achieving harmony within oneself and the universe.

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Vogue Greece Sends Red Kisses | AOC Goes to Babylon for a Primer on Cherry Lips

Vogue Greece Sends Red Kisses | AOC Goes to Babylon for a Primer on Cherry Lips

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Vogue Greece Sends Red Kisses | AOC Goes to Babylon for a Primer on Cherry Lips

Models Lucy Rosiek and Naomi Apajok are styled by Glen Mban in ‘Red Kisses’, lensed by Johan Sandberg [IG] for Vogue Greece [IG] October.

Red Lipstick In Ancient Mesopotamia

In the annals of ancient history, the use of red lipstick finds one of its earliest origins in Mesopotamia, a cradle of civilization that flourished in the regions of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The people of ancient Mesopotamia, notably the Sumerians and later the Assyrians and Babylonians, were among the first to transform the act of adorning one's lips into an art form.

Lip Color and the Divine Feminine

Beyond social stratification, lip color also conveyed aspects of femininity and allure, playing a role in rituals and rites associated with love and attraction. The divine feminine was celebrated in Babylonian mythology, where goddesses were revered for their beauty and grace; by adorning themselves with lip color, women could symbolically align themselves with these powerful deities.

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A Private Look at Fall Style by Gosia Turczynska for Vogue Czech September 2024

A Private Look at Fall Style by Gosia Turczynska for Vogue Czech September 2024

Models Clara Fossar and Leanne De Haan are styled in ‘Bubbles’, an overtly-feminine fashion story styled by Marta Zaczynska. Photographer Gosia Turczynska [IG] captures the intimate look at the inner sanctum of stylish women for Vogue Czechoslovakia [IG] September 2024. / Hair by Cyril Laloue; makeup by Camille Siguret

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Karolina Spakowski for Harper's Bazaar France October 2024 by Mark Kean

Karolina Spakowski for Harper's Bazaar France October 2024 by Mark Kean

Model Karolina Spakowski is styled by Robbie Spencer in plush, oversized, cold-weather coats, jackets and ribbed leggings. Mark Kean [IG] is in the studio for Harper’s Bazaar France [IG] October 2024./ Hair by Louis Ghewy; makeup by Gemma Smith-Edhouse

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D Style October 2024 Luxury Accessories with Bibi Breslin Lensed by Drew Vickers

D Style October 2024 Luxury Accessories with Bibi Breslin Lensed by Drew Vickers

Rising Brit model Bibi Breslin is one to watch, appearing in D Style’s [IG] d la Repubblica 10/13/2024 issue. Writing “so long summer”, D Style is rolling towards resort 2025 season, with a body-baring, accessories-rich, fashion story featuring Gucci loafers and YSL bangles on cover #1 and a Dior Saddle bag on cover #2, styled by Giulia Revolo. Photographer Drew Vickers {IG] makes the sensual accessories capture./ Hair by Akemi Kishida; makeup by Laura Dominique

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Louis Vuitton's 'Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds' High Jewelry in Vogue Taiwan September 2024

Louis Vuitton's 'Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds' High Jewelry in Vogue Taiwan September 2024

Vogue Taiwan’s [IG] September 2024 issue shimmers with key pieces from Louis Vuitton’s ‘Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds’ high jewelry collection.

Pablo Patane styles the fashion story with jewelry selections by Chat Hsu. Model Ine Michelmann poses for photographer Tim Verhallen [IG]./ Makeup by Tiziana Raimondo

AOC featured the specifics and storyline behind the new Louis Vuitton ‘Awakened Hands, Awakened Minds’ high jewelry collection here.

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Miss Dior in Paris on Sorachi Terrazas for ELLE Mexico October 2024 by Alejandra Loaiza

Miss Dior in Paris on Sorachi Terrazas for ELLE Mexico October 2024 by Alejandra Loaiza

Mexican model Sorachi Terrazas delivers a Miss Dior in Paris fashion story centered on the FW 2024 collection, styled by Raúl Alvarez.

Paris-based photographer Alejandra Loaiza [IG] is behind the lens for ELLE Mexico October 2024. / Makeup by Rika Bitton; hair by Fanny Fraslin

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Charlie Gates Flashes Boys Club Style for Ladies in Bazaar Italia Issue 14 October 2024

Charlie Gates Flashes Boys Club Style for Ladies in Bazaar Italia Issue 14 October 2024

Harper’s Bazaar Italia’s [IG] Issue 14 Fall 2024 turns to model Jesi Shelnutt in ‘Rules Are Made To Be Broken’. Maria Giulia Riva deftly dresses Shelnutt in boys club style lensed by Charlie Gates [IG]./ Hair by Laurence Walker; makeup by Erin Green

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Boxing for Women's Health: Madame Figaro Paris Is Ringside with Karlina Caune

Boxing for Women's Health: Madame Figaro Paris Is Ringside with Karlina Caune

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Boxing for Women's Health: Madame Figaro Paris Is Ringside with Karlina Caune

AOC turns our attention to ‘Ring Parade’, and we’re not talking diamonds — although model Karlina Caune is sporting some serious watches in this fashion story for the September 2024 issue of Madame Figaro Paris [IG].

Stylist Sylvie Clemente is ringside, preparing Caune to fight, fight, fight — as women did in Sparta. Photographer Thiemo Sander [IG] photographs the fashion action for Madame Figaro; and AOC takes a seriously-informed deep dive into the health benefits of boxing. / Hair by Kazuko Kitaoka; makeup by Maria Olsson

Historical records and artwork from different civilizations reveal women engaging in activities like wrestling, running, and even boxing. Ancient Minoan artifacts, for example, depict women participating alongside men in athletic competitions, while the society of Sparta in ancient Greece famously encouraged women to train in physical exercises to strengthen them as future mothers of warriors — male and female.

All AOC can say is “Thank goddess for cave paintings.” Let’s go.

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Doutzen Kroes Covers Vogue Netherlands September 2024 by Lachlan Bailey

Doutzen Kroes Covers Vogue Netherlands September 2024 by Lachlan Bailey

Top model Doutzen Kroes covers the September 2024 issue of Vogue Netherlands. Géraldine Saglio styles Doutzen in casual fall fashion, with input by fashion director Linda Gumus Gerritsen. Lachlan Bailey [IG] is behind the lens at a campground in Ibiza — with an Airstream or two./Hair by Kalie Eklund; makeup by Anthony Preel

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'Cool Front' Fall Coats, Jackets, Leather & Lace in Bazaar US October 2024

'Cool Front' Fall Coats, Jackets, Leather & Lace in Bazaar US October 2024

Models Sasha Pivovarova and Yasmin Warsame are styled by Dogi Nesanir in ‘Cool Front’, a fashion story of luxuriously-textured coats, jackets — with a bit of leather and lace.

Photographer Davit Giorgadze [IG] captures the fall luxury from Balenciaga, Celine, Chloe, Courreges, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Hermes, Loewe, Max Mara, Miu Miu, Ralph Lauren, Tods and more for Harper’s Bazaar US [IG] October 2024./ Hair by Joey George; makeup by Jamal Scott

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Abbey Lee's Futuristic Gucci Style by Cara Strickler for 10 Magazine Australia

Abbey Lee's Futuristic Gucci Style by Cara Strickler for 10 Magazine Australia

10 Magazine Australia’s [IG] Fall 2024 issue turns to photographer Cara Strickler [IG] for a 22nd century story featuring Aussie model Abbey Lee. Emma Jade Morrison styles the futuristic Gucci-sponsored fashion statement in a week where the Italian house got a new CEO, ex Louis Vuitton executive Stefano Cantino./ Hair by Mark Townsend; makeup by Emily Cheng

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Prada Patrons Rafael Pavarotti's Exquisite Story for Perfect Magazine September 2024

Prada Patrons Rafael Pavarotti's Exquisite Story for Perfect Magazine September 2024

AOC is delighted to see Rafael Pavarotti’s [IG] Black beauty fashion story for the September 2024 issue of Perfect Magazine [IG]. With Edward Enninful no longer at British Vogue, Anne has had significant concerns about exactly what happens to fashion stories of this caliber and excellence. More than once in recent years, AOC has said that only brands can afford to underwrite these editorials.

In the case of these exquisite images for Perfect, we can thank Prada, described as ‘Red-Hot’ on the cover in the story styled by George Krakowiak. / Hair by Ali Pirzadeh; makeup by Chiao Li Hsu

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