Karolina Kurkova goes showgirl in an embellished bodysuit and red lipstick for the June 2012 cover of Vogue Mexico, shot by Mariano Vivanco.

Perfectly executed is the contrast between the two stars of this shoot by Steven Klein: Crystal Renn, at times looking wild-eyed like a woman possessed, has dishevelled clothes and messy wet hair. Karolina Kurkova, the matron of this mental institution, has pristinely set blonde hair, buttoned-up collars and skirts in perfect uncrumpled lines. It’s not a new idea for portraying a strict style of clothing,…

We’re into February and well beyond thinking about our 2012 calendar situations. But while it may be too late to make it into our calendar round-up, it’s never going to be too late to enjoy viewing this calendar from VMan’s 25th issue. Shot by Willy Vanderperre and styled by Carine Roitfeld, this one gets 12 of the biggest models and Victoria’s Secret angels into its…

While I sometimes feel the word whimsy is overused in the fashion sense, this editorial of Karolina Kurkova seems to warrant it. It’s in the unique yet wearable combinations of colours, in the strange layerings like multiple hats and scarves, and in pretty much anything that involves spangled-and-snakeskin Prada. Michele Beaurenaut’s edits are also the kind that offer up a platter of practical styling ideas.…

Vogue Paris may feel like it’s struggling a little to find its place now that Carine Roitfeld has moved on; with the internet being awash with sentiments that it’s simply failing to amaze or move forwards. For Emmanuelle Alt, it’s a tough balance between keeping her own style and meeting expectations. Thankfully for Alt, it’s hard to go too wrong for a beauty shoot when…

The supermodels of the world, in their natural habitats, photographed in concepts constructed not by the Testinos or the Richardsons, but by themselves. That, you may recall, was the concept behind Rag & Bone’s DIY project. Having already yielded results both intimate and candid from the likes of Abbey Lee Kershaw, Karolina Kurkova, and Carolyn Murphy, the latest installment from the campaign concept gives the…

When it comes to Chanel, the brand’s early 20th Century roots are never too far from mind. But while it’s thus not uncommon for a twenties inspiration to shine through, we can’t help but add Karolina Kurkova’s gently flapper-esque outfit to the growing list of signs a jazz-age revival is on the way. And, as I’ve mentioned recently several times, that revival is likely to…

Seemingly with less on her plate then when we encountered her at Dior’s Paris fashion week, Korlina Kurkova was more than happy to offer the photographers assembled outside the Viktor & Rolf showing a pose or two. And while I’m sure there were plenty of great snaps to be had, the devil was in the detail: the plait that remained in her hair even once…

Karolina Kurkova looks ready for the cold with over the knee boots and a very warm jacket during Mercedes Benz fashion week. Topped off with Rayban Wayfarers and a shimmering bag means that this outfit is more glamorous and can be taken from day to night.

His effeminate image has set been a point of much discussion in his relatively conservative home country of Australia, but it’s also guaranteed male model Andrej Pejic much cut through in the wider fashion world. Hence his walking of the Paul Smith catwalk at the recent menswear component of Paris fashion week followed hot on the heels of his casting in Jean Paul Gaultier’s s/s…