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Lindsey Wixson Delights as Vogue Poland’s July/August 2022 Cover Star

Mark E

Vogue Poland continues to be the gift that keeps on giving. Under the command of Ina Lekiewicz, the Polish fashion bible regularly receives praise from our forum members. This year alone, covers featuring Lara Stone, Maaike Klaasen along with Marie-Agnès Diène and the publication’s triumphant celebration of all things Pride just last month have kept us captivated. Polish Vogue‘s outing for July/August 2022 is no different with Lindsey Wixson starring on a pair of covers captured by Arianna Lago. Styled by Ashlee Barrett-Bourmier, the American beauty takes us to California’s Death Valley wearing Simone Rocha for the first cover (below), while donning a statement floral look from Richard Quinn on cover two (after the jump).

Vogue Polska July/August 2022 : Lindsey Wixson by Arianna Lago

IMAGE: VOGUE.PL

Per usual with multiple covers, one outshines the other. “I like the energy of the first one. Lindsey Wixson is always one of the sweetest,” commented oaklee91 the moment the covers dropped.

“What a treat! Seeing Lindsey on the cover of Vogue after all this time. The first cover is so soft and beautiful, but I also quite like the second. It’s very Vogue Poland indeed,” admired aracic.

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“The second cover pales in comparison to the beauty and joy that radiates from the first! It’s gorgeous, feels like a breath of fresh air, love how light and airy it feels, the positive energy which is perfect for summer and (of course) Lindsey Wixson’s infectious smile,” raved vogue28.

“I must admit I’ve never been a fan of Lindsey Wixson, but I love the first cover. So full of life and joy,” proclaimed justaguy.

“Always here for Lindsey!” exclaimed Ludwig.

VogueGirl8910 shared the same sentiment: “Both covers are beautiful…”

“Lindsey always exudes top model quality. I like both covers, but neither is groundbreaking even if I feel that the second one ticks the Vogue Poland aesthetic,” voiced WAVES.

Vogue Polska July/August 2022 : Lindsey Wixson by Arianna Lago

IMAGE: VOGUE.PL

Are you a fan? See more from Vogue Poland’s July/August 2022 issue here.

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Not Even Naomi Campbell Can Save Vogue Germany’s ‘Dull’ July/August 2022 Cover

Mark E

It’s unfortunate that Vogue Germany is a shadow of its former self. Within the space of several months, only one cover with Grace Elizabeth has managed to command our attention. Given the fact there is nothing like a supermodel to propel a magazine back into the spotlight, the German fashion bible selects Naomi Campbell for its double July/August 2022 offering. The living legend fronts the publication four years after her last appearance this time captured by photographer Dan Martensen. In the cover portrait, the fashion icon showcases a look from Christian Dior’s Fall 2022 haute couture collection courtesy of Kate Phelan.

Vogue Germany July/August 2022 : Naomi Campbell by Dan Martensen

IMAGE: VOGUE.DE

Members of our forums aren’t sold, however. “A holographic shower curtain with a badly Photoshopped Naomi Campbell in front of it warrants a collector’s item these days?” asked Melancholybaby.

“What a dull cover and the holographic effect just makes it less collectible. Naomi seems to be in the phase of her career where she’s willing to be photographed by anyone as long as she’s guaranteed a cover,” said mepps.

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“Unfortunately, this doesn’t really work,” expressed a disapproving Urban Stylin.

“Dull styling, dull photography. I don’t like the pose or the hair or the dress. A complete miss, sadly!” proclaimed aracic.

“Naomi is an icon, but her work lately doesn’t live up to that moniker. There is none of the energy and vibrancy here as in any of her work during her heyday. That is one seriously dull cover,” dfl-001 pointed out.

“The cover is far from Naomi Campbell’s finest moment and I find everything from the styling to the photography bland,” echoed vogue28.

Vogue Germany July/August 2022 : Naomi Campbell by Dan Martensen

IMAGE: VOGUE.DE

Take a look at more from the issue here.

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Kim Kardashian Is a Modern-Day Rapunzel on Allure’s August 2022 Cover

Mark E

Kim Kardashian continues to be embraced by the world of high fashion. This year alone the global sensation has starred in an advertising campaign for Balenciaga, walked in the fashion house’s monumental Fall 2022 haute couture show and fronted American Vogue and Vogue Hong Kong. And the year’s not over yet. Kim’s latest stint down at newsstands is for Allure as the title’s August 2022 cover star. Captured by Danielle Levitt, Kim poses in a nude bodysuit from her SKIMS line and rocks never-ending braids.

US Allure August 2022 : Kim Kardashian by Danielle Levitt

IMAGE: ALLURE.COM

“I like the Rapunzel concept, but the cover couldn’t be more dull. We all know that Kim can do better,” commented aracic.

“Terrible execution and post-production,” Xone pointed out.

“The retouching is so bad. Also why does she look like a deer in the headlights in every photo? Danielle Levitt is supposed to be known for her energy, but these photos are lifeless,” declared a far from impressed BlueRuin.

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Urban Stylin is not feeling the outcome: “Normally I like Kim’s print work, but this is very weird. I wonder what they were thinking.”

“Never have minded the sight of Kim Kardashian on magazine covers, but this is far from her finest moment. Then again should we expect anything more from Allure at this point? I haven’t liked one of their covers since Jennifer Lopez for March 2021,” said vogue28.

“So sick of her,” proclaimed HodanChloe.

Check out Kim’s accompanying Allure cover shoot and join the conversation here.

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Luna Bijl Gives Vogue Greece a Pair of Dynamic Covers for July/August 2022

Mark E

There’s something happening at Vogue Greece and we approve. Over recent months, the magazine has been delivering everything we ask for (and more) during summer by bestowing upon us sun-drenched covers with our favorite fashion models. Last month forum favorite Edita Vilkeviciute stunned on two gorgeous covers and now the publication welcomes Luna Bijl for July/August 2022. Photographed on the Greek island of Naxos, the Dutch beauty wears a combination of Valentino, Zeus+Dione and Maison Margiela for cover one (below) and works a number from Greek fashion label Angelos Bratis on the second cover (after the jump) courtesy of Nicholas Georgiou for the images captured by Panos Davios.

Vogue Greece July/August 2022 : Luna Bijl by Panos Davios

IMAGE: VOGUE.GR

“Wow, that looks awesome,” declared Urban Stylin.

“Loving the first one so much! Soooo sexy,” raved oaklee91.

“The first cover is very Natasha Poly for Vogue Paris and I love it!” exclaimed kokobombon.

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VogueGirl8910 shared the same enthusiasm: “Both covers are striking and stunning. Luna Bijl never disappoints…”

“The second is the clear standout, but perhaps could’ve done without the blue filter…” wrote vogue28.

“Luna is a great model, but something is lacking… I don’t know,” confessed WAVES.

“While this is enough to pique my interest, I must admit that these covers left me feeling blue,” noted MON.

Vogue Greece July/August 2022 : Luna Bijl by Panos Davios

IMAGE: VOGUE.GR

Share your thoughts on the covers here.

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Victoria Beckham Returns to the Cover of Vogue Australia for July 2022

Mark E

Victoria Beckham is certainly no stranger to the cover of Vogue. After landing her very first solo cover back in 2004, she’s covered just about every single edition of the fashion bible, including British Vogue (multiple times), Vogue Greece, Vogue Korea, Vogue Turkey, Vogue Spain, Vogue Poland and has even guest edited Vogue Paris. The fashion icon now appears on Vogue Australia for the fifth time for July 2022. Captured by Daniel Jackson and styled by Christine Centenera, the designer/beauty mogul wears a huge Marc Jacobs coat worn over a silk Gucci dress.

Vogue Australia July 2022 : Victoria Beckham by Daniel Jackson

IMAGE: VOGUE.COM.AU

Members of our forums, however, aren’t impressed. “Some combination of retouching/lighting/expression on her face is ruining it a bit for me,” said KINGofVERSAILLES.

“Her pose ruins it,” voiced VogueGirl8910.

“Nothing works,” oaklee91 chimed in.

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“Initial reaction: Why is she carrying trash?” questioned MON.

“Never minded the sight of Victoria Beckham on the cover of Vogue, but this isn’t her finest moment. She looks caught off guard in the cover photograph and I’m not a fan of the Marc Jacobs coat, which resembles a trash bag,” echoed vogue28.

WAVES is also not jumping for joy: “She must sell really well in Australia. I feel like she’s been on the cover too many times. What is she promoting?”

“Victoria always made the most of what she was given and loves hamming it up for any photoshoot…” added tigerrouge.

Are you a fan? Check out Victoria’s cover shoot and share your thoughts here.

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Imaan Hammam Stuns on the ‘Superb’ Covers of Vogue Mexico and Vogue Latin America

Mark E

Make no mistake, Imaan Hammam can deliver a strong magazine cover. The impressive portfolio of the Dutch model of Moroccan and Egyptian heritage contains glorious covers of Allure, Porter, Vogue Netherlands, Vogue Arabia, Vogue Japan, Vogue Paris and WSJ. Magazine. This month the in-demand model looks sublime on the July 2022 covers of Vogue Mexico (below) and Vogue Latin America (after the jump). The current face of Fendace wears Chanel on both covers each captured by Alique.

Vogue Mexico & Latin America July 2022 : Imaan Hammam by Alique

IMAGE: VOGUE.MX

Needless to say, members of our forums are in awe. “Gorgeous!” exclaimed mikel the moment the covers dropped.

“Wow, she’s gorgeous. What a face! The covers are simply stunning,”  raved aracic.

“Beautiful queen! Imaan’s the perfect option for summery editorials. Stunning!” echoed thiago:).

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“Imaan Hammam is a true supermodel!” proclaimed clo.

VogueGirl8910 is clearly a fan: “Both covers are stunning…”

“Superb! Imaan is just a sensational model whose body of work only continues to grow stronger. These covers tick all the boxes, love the photography from Alique, the styling and strong sense of summer glamour. I cannot rave about the outcome of this enough!” voiced vogue28.

Meanwhile marsnoop2 simply described the covers as “perfection” and we couldn’t agree more.

Vogue Mexico & Latin America July 2022 : Imaan Hammam by Alique

IMAGE: VOGUE.MX

The cover story is a total must-see. Check it out and join the conversation here.