Marion Cotillard Covers W Magazine December 2012 in Dior

Marion Cotillard covers W Magazine's December 2012 issue sporting a red lip, blunt black bob and Dior Haute Couture outfit. Few December covers have stood out to me this year, but this really caught my attention. It's a new look for Marion (it reminds me of Lagerfeld's current Mon Shu collection for Shu Uemura) and I love when you notice the hands in the background nipping in her waist. 

Do you like Marion's cover? What do you think of her couture makeover?

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A fan girl moment for ELLE UK and Gwen Stefani October 2012

I don't keep it a secret that ELLE UK is my absolute favourite magazine and that one of my life's ambitions is to see my name in its masthead. Reading through the latest October 2012 issue, which features the stunning Gwen Stefani on the cover, I was easily reminded why I allow archives of ELLE to take up the limited space in my flat. ELLE genuinely listen to their readers and are one of the very few glossy publications who truly work at breaking down the boundaries between the fashion industry and graduates, like myself, who are struggling to get a heel in the door to their dream. In a ground breaking move, the latest issue of ELLE has been edited entirely by a team of interns and the issue is packed full of advice from celebrities, the ELLE team and the interns themselves on their own experiences and the journey that has got them to where they are today. It's an incredibly valuable and rare chance to gain an insight into the backgrounds of people in the industry whom you admire, or whose shoes you wouldn't mind filling one day. I'm almost at the stage where I can make the big move to London for work and this has massively renewed both my enthusiasm and optimism for chasing my dream. 

Fangirl moment over, onto the cover itself...

The subscriber's issue landed on my doorstep a couple of days ago and features Gwen kicking up a McQ floral skirt paired with a Peter Pilotto top and a pair of vertiginous Nicholas Kirkwood stilettos. It's a brave combination, which I'm sure only works because Gwen's wearing it. The accompanying editorial, photographed by Matt Irwin, leaves no print untouched, but if this season's most eye-catching prints were made for anyone, it's Gwen Stefani.

 

I really like both the subscriber and news stand covers, but it still doesn't beat Gwen's cover for Harper's Bazaar. Take a look at the news stand cover (available September 5th) and a behind the scenes video at ELLE UK.

What do you think of Gwen's cover for ELLE UK? Are you a big fan of the magazine too?

Elizabeth Olsen Covers Bullett Magazine Fall 2012

Elizabeth Olsen covers the Fall 2012 issue of the quarterly fashion magazine Bullett wearing an ice white Chanel dress and pastel pink wig. The accompanying editorial is whimsical and pretty for their Romance issue and features Elizabeth in an array of beautiful outfits including pieces by Dior, Chanel, Balmain and Marchesa (plus a token top from The Row). 

After watching Martha Marcy May Marlene last year I've become a big fan of Elizabeth's. I prefer her elder sister's style, but I think Elizabeth seems a lot more personable and she genuinely shone in her role as Martha. 

In her interview Elizabeth chats about her hectic filming schedule, being single and what it feels like to carve her own path away from the spotlight of her sisters:

"There’s definitely a reason why I went to so many acting conservatories,” she says. “The more I trained, the less people could say, ‘Oh, she’s just so-and-so’s sister.’ They can still say that, sure—I have no control over that—but at least I know I’ve worked hard. There was definitely a time when I overcompensated, but I’m kind of over that."

Seeing Elizabeth cover the magazine in Chanel and a wig that is very similar to the ones that featured in the Chanel Resort 2013 collection has made me think she would be a fantastic choice as the new face of the brand. She's one person I'd be really excited to see in a Chanel campaign! 

What do you think of Elizabeth's editorial? Would you be excited to see her as the face of Chanel too?

Gwen Stefani Covers Harper's Bazaar US September 2012

Gwen Stefani looks stunning on the September 2012 cover of Harper's Bazaar US. Wearing the much coveted pink strapless dress from Raf Simon's final collection for Jil Sander and a matching, voluminous Alexis Mabille hat, the pink-themed editorial references a scene from one of my favourite Audrey Hepburn movies, Funny Face. 

The accompanying editorial photographed by Terry Richardson is equally as brilliant as the cover, with Gwen modelling designs from The Row, Alexander McQueen and Versace. Of course, the hype around Gwen has intensified since No Doubt reformed earlier this year, yet what really intrigues me is how she seems to have not aged a day since the band took a break back in 2004. She looks truly sensational!

Gwen on finding her signature look: 

"It was like I'd unlocked the key. I remember feeling like, 'I have arrived. This is me. Finally.'" The red lip came when her grandmother gave her a crimson lipstick when she was in high school. "I remember sitting in my ghetto, beat-up Honda Prelude and putting on that lipstick in the rearview mirror and being like, 'Uh-huh, I like that. That's the shit right there.' I never stopped after that."

      

You can see Gwen's full editorial at Harper's Bazaar US website now. 

What do you think of Gwen's cover and editorial? Will you buy this issue? I've never bought Harper's Bazaar US before, but I will for this!

Karlie Kloss Covers Vogue UK September 2012

Karlie Kloss photographed for Vogue UK by Nick Knight

Vogue UK's September issue has just been released and I'm so pleased to see their cover girl is modern-day supermodel, Karlie Kloss. Photographed for her debut by Nick Knight, Karlie wears a seventies style outfit by British designer Jonathan Saunders. I'm not overly keen on the look, however, this is meant to be Vogue's 'biggest fashion issue', so maybe the editorial will make up for it. 

Admittedly, it's not the most exciting of covers for September, but I am happy enough that they've featured Karlie. I collect all of my Vogue magazines, but if I didn't this would definitely make it into the 'keeper' pile, which is my measure of a good cover.

What do you think of Karlie's debut cover for Vogue UK? Will you buy this issue?

Cara Delevingne Covers Russh Magazine September 2012

Seeing models on the covers of magazines is far too rare an occurrence, in my opinion. It's understandable that actresses and singers are guaranteed big sellers for magazines, but it's always great to see your favourite models show everyone how it's done. Since seeing her years ago on the pages of ASOS, Cara Delevingne has been one of my all-time favourite models and now she covers Russh magazine, sporting the studded gloves from Burberry's Fall 2012 show. Although it doesn't quite beat her Jalouse cover for me, it's still fantastic. How brilliant would it be to see her on the cover of Vogue UK? Lara Stone, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Agyness Deyn have scored covers in the past, so it's feasible.

Do you prefer to see models on the covers of magazines? Do you like Cara's Russh cover?

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Covers ELLE UK 2012

The September covers are starting to come in and my favourite so far is ELLE UK's choice - model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Wearing a Dolce and Gabbana jumper and tapestry shorts (which is the perfect end-of-summer outfit), she looks stunning on the news stand edition. I've yet to see the subscriber's cover, but I'm excited for it to arrive on my doorstep this week. I just hope the postman takes note of the DO NOT BEND stamp across the packaging for once...

ELLE UK September 2012 cover

Rosie's debut as a covergirl for ELLE UK came last July. I thought that cover was also great, but I definitely prefer this one. This editorial is also said to feature her wearing an array of designers including Jil Sander, Burberry and the lingerie she has designed for Marks and Spencer, which I'm intrigued to see.

ELLE UK July 2011 subscribers and news stand covers.

It's not really fair to do a comparison without seeing the subscriber's edition, but what do you think of Rosie's second cover?

Fashion: The Cast of Downton Abbey Cover LOVE Magazine

On my bookshelf, alongside a substantial pile of chronologically ordered ELLE's and Vogue's, you'll also find my collection of 'heavies' - magazines such as LOVE and POP that collectively must weigh more than I do. LOVE anchors my bookshelf to the ground as I'm usually unable to refrain from buying more than one copy of an issue due to the range of covers they offer (up to 8 per issue!), and the latest copy is set to be no exception.

Issue 8 offers readers a choice of 4 covers photographed by Mert and Marcus, which feature the stars of the hit UK drama series Downton Abbey; Laura Carmichael, Michelle Dockery, Jessica Brown Findlay and James Collier.

Lady Sybil and Lady Mary

Lady Edith

Personally, I've never got around to watching Downton Abbey, but I love the covers, which goes to show that they're still appealing even if you're not a fan of the series. The actors are also a pretty unexpected choice as cover stars, but the popularity of Downton Abbey in both the UK and the USA is bound to ensure it will be a popular issue. 

I've already eliminated James's cover from my choice as his looks pretty ordinary compared to the transformations that the actresses have undergone. I'm sure it will be Laura Carmichael's pink candy floss wig that makes it onto my shelf.

Which cover do you like best?
	Lady Edith
	Lady Mary
	Lady Sybil
	Thomas
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Covers: Alexa Chung for ELLE UK March 2012

A smile is always brought to my face when my copy of ELLE UK arrives on my doorstep, but this month I'm exceptionally pleased because I'm in love with the cover. I've got somewhat of a marmite relationship with Alexa Chung, but I think she looks amazing on the cover of ELLE's fantastically packed out March 2012 issue. Although we will no doubt be sick of looking at pastel shades after being drip fed their sweetness since September, I'm still enjoying them, especially when they come from one of my favourite S/S collections: Louis Vuitton. Alexa's hair cut has also been playing on my mind ever since I set on eyes on the cover, so I'm now debating a trip to the salon. If only  getting her legs was equally achievable...

Aside from an interview and gorgeous editorial with Alexa, the issue also features an interview with Karl Lagerfeld, Oscar de la Renta and features my girl crush of the moment, Clemence Poesy. I haven't had a chance to sit down with a cup of tea and enjoy it yet, but then again, that's precisely what Saturday mornings are made for.

What do you think of Alexa's cover? Love the hair too?

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Va Va Voom

Jessica Rabbit eat your ♥ out.

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Wild Side

This is the best Vogue cover I've seen in a long time.

Come Into My World

Elle was delivered through my door today, which always cheers me greatly and makes my day tons brighter, but I was really surprised by the cover. They've feature Kylie Minogue (all good), but have gone for a blurred out photo. I couldn't even tell who it was at first. I always love the simplicity of the subsciber's covers, but really don't think I'm keen on this one. I thought it looked a bit silly inside next to all the standard photos, and was just a bit disappointing as a cover.

However, fickle being as I am, the more I look at it now the more it starts to grow on me. I can't decide, I can't decide! I think the news-stand edition features Kylie in a hammock, but I can't find a photo yet. When I do I'll update the post.
What do you guys think of this cover?

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22 Inches

Love magazine decided to do a feature where they take some of the most successful supermodels of our time and get them to literally bare all, letting us know their measurements and their body hang ups (if they have any). I thought it would be worth a read, but I warn you, you just can't help but unfavourably compare your own measurements to those of the models. However, I was pretty disappointed by this supposed naked truth about just what the tape measure reads when it holds their waists, hips and boobs. Surprisingly, almost every single model has a 24" inch waist (which seemed a slight oddity to me), but more so was the fact that Lara Stone apparently has a 22 inch waist! 22 inches!!!!!! I just circled my tape measure to that and it encases my face, so either I have an abnormally large face or Lara Stone has an impossibly small waist. It seemed such a shame as she is singularly bringing a more well-rounded figure to the runway, yet come on! 34f boobs and a 22" waist, smaller than fellow narrow-waisted models, Kate and Natalia, I really don't believe it.


So the article seems much less interesting me as yet again, when models and celebrities claim they are going to  be open and honest about their bodies, they're almost always not.


On the upside though, there are some exceptionally beautiful shots of the models, in particular of Kate and Natalia. I'm not the biggest fan of Kate Moss (I know this is condemned as blasphemous to some of you readers!), but these photographs are infallibly stunning. And though, I don't believe an entirely honest account of their size, I feel they are at least portraying healthy sized models and not size zero. For that I guess, we could applaud. 

So what do you guys think about this article?
And who do you think had the best cover? I'm routing for Daria or Natalia, but you can have a look at all eight here.

Who had the best cover?
	Kate Moss
	Daria Werbowy
	Naomi Campbell
	Amber Valletta
	Kristen Mcmenamy
	Lara Stone
	Natalia Vodianova
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