Why I Believe in Emmanuelle Alt at VOGUE Paris

Edited by Benjamin Kanarek

From: Benjamin Kanarek Blog

I first became aware of Emmanuelle Alt back in the early 90′s when she headed up Fashion in the forward thinking and very creative magazine “20 Ans” in France, meaning 20 Years Old.  I was struck by her avant garde approach to her styling and her eclectic choices of designers used in her editorials.  She took this rather tame magazine and turned it in to one of the most desirable magazines to be seen in and that applied to France and Europe! If you were in 20Ans you were IN. It was Young, Chic and Rebellious.

Emmanuelle Alt on The Daily and Outside at Fashion Week

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

French Vogue’s new Editrix is the talk of the tents today. Emmanuelle Alt had a full exposé in The Daily Front Row and took over the cover, though without an actual interview in the mag, we can’t be sure it was entirely conciliatory. Here she is coming out of Prabal Gurung, boxy jacketed and denimed as ever, and… what’s that in her hand? Oh snap! A Daily Front Row. She’s got a bit of light reading ahead of her.

FASHION PORN: Missy Rayder for “Medusa” Mixte #64

Edited by Kirby Marzec

Missy Rayder has had some amazing spreads in her modeling day, and “Medusa,” shot by Xevi Muntane, is another decent one to add to the mix. Though I think Rayder does the disheveled look best, she looks glamorous as ever, but sadly, you can tell she’s really aging. Heck, the girl’s career is 12 years running, and she’s still got a gorgeous physique. Looking at the spread, I love how the detailed accessories are really enhanced by the black-and-white photography. Oh, and that fore-arm cuff and chain needs to be mine. Pronto. 

GALLERY: FASHION PORN: Missy Rayder for “Medusa” Mixte #64

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SPREAD UM: “Arizona Dream” Mixte May 2009

Edited by Kirby Marzec

It’s hard to believe that  Mixte, a French niche magazine, with such exquisite spreads is folding after the release of its June issue. Shot by Paul Empson, “Arizona Dream,” Mixte’s second to last spread, is one of their best, a perfect combination of south of the border fashions and natural scenery. While many aren’t fond of the clashy-garment editorials, I’m completely eating this one up, loving the layers and visible texture. To be honest, Kendra Spears wouldn’t have been my model of choice for this spread. Call me literal, but I think this spread needs a bit more of an ethnic look to tie it all together. 

GALLERY: SPREAD UM: “Arizona Dream” Mixte May 2009

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SPREAD UM: Tanya Dziahileva for Mixte

Edited by Rebecca Alexander

In the latest Mixte, Tanya Dziahileva is the subject of this amazing editorial photographed by Carlotta Manaigo with the help of illustrator Gustaf von Arbin. The result: a whimsical, dreamlike editorial.

Spread Um: Naomi Campbell for Mixte Jan 2009

Edited by Andy Wass

Scans from Style Frizz.

Mag Hag: Naomi Campbell’s Mixte Cover

Edited by Saynt

Aside from not looking like Naomi Campbell, this cover is down right scrumptious. Big ups for the reinvention of the classic Buckingham Palace guard.  The photo is just one in a series under the title “God Save Naomi”.  Personally, I’m more concerned for her assistants..