Vogue's Keeping Up with Kimye Controversy
Photos by Annie Leibovitz
In the latest pop culture news, it's been hard to avoid Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's current controversy as they grace Vogue Magazine's April 2014 cover, including an exclusive family editorial spread. Although the magazine print doesn't actually hit stands until March 31st, there was a total social media uproar over Vogue's decision to feature what they hashtagged: #worldsmosttalkedaboutcouple. And even though the photos were shot by well respected celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz, it seems celebrities and subscribers alike addressed more negative feedback than positive. Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour even had to put out a statement defending her decision and even debunked accusations that Kanye paid her to do the feature.
All in all let's face the facts, Vogue is still going to sell copies, and will probably have one of it's more successful month's because of the controversy. Also, whether anyone likes it or not, the couple proves to be some of the most influential people in the fashion industry, and the issue emphasizes that. It's even profiled by famed fashion writer Hamish Bowles outlining Kim's fashion influences as she searches for the perfect wedding dress. Let's also not forget that it's refreshing to see an interracial couple on Vogue's cover, period. For the most part, the cover is typically seen with elegant, pretty, skinny, white actresses, and there's nothing wrong with that. However, let us remind you that the last time a black man was put on its cover, it was in reference to King Kong. And even if this is a colossal misstep on Vogue’s part, for Kim and Kanye, it’s just another round of media attention, and exactly what they set out to do. So who do you think wins out in all of this?
Check out some of recently leaked photos and tell us what you think. Also take a look at their full behind-the-scenes video feature. To read the full article from the April issue, get it at newsstands March 31st or download the digital edition, and check out more photos here.
[First Look] Kitty Cash
Photography By Julian Schratter
Over the past year and a half or so there has been a hip-hop resurgence in New York City that has had many, including Hot97's Peter Rosenberg, calling it a "Renaissance of Hip-hop". Then sentiment isn't just because of the music, which has spilled from the city's streets for generation, but rather the re-incarnation of hip-hop culture in society on a real level. Perhaps no one else in the scene embodies that realness as much as Brooklyn native, Kitty Cash, who firmly established herself with an eclectic, thought-out 19-track mixtape, Love The Free, which dropped just before the new year. The project featured a smattering of original tracks from an assortment of artists from across the country, including the like of Vic Mensa, Kilo Kish, Phony PPL, Jesse Boykins, The GTW, Jean Deaux, Justin Rose and more. It's a fun project that calls to mind different aspects of growing up through the 90s and early 2000s, as the newly-minted 25-year-old can attest to. The official DJ for Kilo Kish, who provides the introduction to Love The Free, Kitty Cash has been able to observe things from behind the scenes a bit, and used those experiences to put together the debut release. I had the chance to catch up with Kitty Cash just after the new year as she was preparing for her birthday and thinking about what's next, read it all here.
Gisele Bundchen For Vogue Brazil
Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen graces the cover of the latest issue of Vogue Brazil in their editorial for December 2013. Vogue Brazil enlisted the help of photographer Giampaolo Segura to help capture images of the Brazilian beauty for the issue. Gisele looked great as we see a different, more relaxed side of her while she poses in bed wearing lingerie, flannel, and sweaters. Giampaolo really captured some great portraits of Gisele, so check them out for yourself below or in your local newsstands.
[Via Vogue Brasil]
Miranda Kerr For Vogue UK
The Aussie supermodel Miranda Kerr's newest photo spread is for the September issue of Vogue UK shot by Alasdair McLellan. Unfortunately for us, before we know it, summer will be gone, and to help with the transition, Vogue enlisted the pair to give us a very hot pictorial. Miranda is styled in a variety of coats for the upcoming season, barely wearing anything (if anything at all) underneath. The portraits really capture Kerr's sex appeal, and with the use of natural light, it's easy to forget that the reason for the photo shoot was to show off the coats. Check out some of the photos below from the spread.
[Photos by Alasdair McLellan] [Via Pedestrian TV]
Miranda Kerr's Sporty Side
It's not necessarily street wear but more athletic sports wear as Miranda Kerr graces the pages of Vogue Korea in her newest shoot after landing the cover. Shot by photographer Eric Guillemain, the Australian Victoria Seceret model is styled in various designer labels while hanging around the playground. From playing hoops to skateboarding, Eric captured some great photos of her in various styles. Check out the rest of the photos from the shoot from Vogue Korea's July 2013 issue below.
Photos For Vogue Korea
