Spring’s fresh campaigns keep coming in - take a look at the latest and tell us which are your favorites!

Mariacarla Boscono for Yves Saint Laurent by David Sims

Sporting streamlined eyebrows by Diane Kendal and short bangs Guido Palau, Mariacarla looks strong and sexy in David Sims’ campaign for the mega-brand. After over a decade of campaigns helmed by either Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin or Juergen Teller Sims’ sleek style feels fresh.

Gisele Bundchen for Givenchy by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

Life’s a beach for the Givenchy girl and Tisci’s surf & scuba inspired collection shines on the backs of Gisele Bundchen & brand muse Mariacarla Boscono. Posing alongside boogie boards in M&M’s subdued shots, the duo looks chic albeit slightly grim. After last season’s aggressive ads this is an interesting change of pace.

Kasia Struss for Moschino by Juergen Teller

The Moschino travel diary continues; this season the brand jets to Rome to create some classic Italian ambiance complete with vintage Fiats circling Kasia Struss and the Colosseum as a backdrop. Viva Moschino!

Raquel Zimmermann for Nina Ricci by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin

The Nina Ricci sensibility has always been about feminine & ethereal designs. Inez & Vinoodh’s campaign images capture that ideal with a shot of Raquel Zimmermann rushing across the hall in a Peter Copping designed gown fit for a princess.

Just what are Saskia de Brauw and Marique Schimmel up to in Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott‘s moody Gucci-centric story for Interview? Late nights in the park, cavorting with a mysterious man (who just so happens to be Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan) dressed to the nines in Frida Gianinni‘s 70s inspired collection: it all looks glam, but just a little seedy.

HAIR Luigi Murenu MAKEUP Diane Kendal MANICURE Bernadette Thompson

Frida Gustavsson always looks fresh as a daisy

Everyone can use a little pick me up; whether you are de-stressing from the rigors of fashion month, or just in need of a little R&R. Here are a few insider secrets to help you look your best, each one tried and tested by the MDC team. Think of these goodies as your fail safe beauty lineup to address any and all problems. You’ll be looking as good as Frida in no time!

FATIGUED AND IT SHOWS? Sunday Riley Good Genes

No matter who you are everyone wants to have the look of good genes and now with a boost from Sunday Riley you can. The brand’s Good Genes treatment promises to “plump fine lines, reveal brighter, newer skin, and improve circulation” not a bad combination. Used daily the treatment can reduce dark spots and improve texture, used as a pick me up it can make you look flawless for an evening out. We tested it out and it added some much needed glow to our sallow post-fashion week complexions. Diane Kendal was spotted using this on models backstage at Vanessa Bruno and we hear that Chanel campaign star Blake Lively is a fan of the line too.

Available at Sunday Riley.com & Barneys NY

NEED A REFRESHER? La Mer Gel Cream & Moisturizing Lotion

Creme de la Mer is a fashion staple; Kate Moss slathers her whole body in it, multiple models love its rich formulation and makeup artists can’t get enough. For a dose of La Mer’s signature hydration in a lighter formula give their Gel Cream and Moisturizing Lotion a try. The Gel Cream is cool to the touch and feels incredible, while the Moisturizing lotion is lighter than air and gives combination skin exactly what it needs to look its best.

Available at Creme de la Mer.com & Saks Fifth Avenue

EYE PUFFINESS? DARK CIRCLES? Estee Lauder Idealist Cooling Eye Illuminator

Bedrest is a necessity, but with the fast pace of modern life, we don’t always get enough of it. As a result eyes can sometimes look puffy and dark circles can develop resulting in a tired, worn out look. Never fear, Estee’s Cooling Eye Illuminator takes care of all that and then some. With a patent pending ceramic tip and extracts of sea algae, caffeine and sucrose, this little tool massages the delicate eye area and instantly brightens and refreshes. We tested this out during a busy week and it helped us look alert even when running on 2 hours of sleep.

Available starting in April at Bloomingdales

LOST YOUR GLOW? Guerlain L’OR Radiance Concentrate with Pure Gold

Guerlain’s gold flecked marvel, L’OR is a little touch of luxury in your skincare routine. A cooling gel infused with real gold flecks may seem extravagant, but once you see how it covers fine lines and provides a natural glow beneath makeup, you’re sure to be impressed. We hear Natalia Vodianova is a fan and after the compliments we got on our skin while wearing it, we’re converts too.

Available at Sephora

Diane Kendal preps Theres Alexandersson with Sunday Riley skincare backstage at Vanessa Bruno

Intermission‘s latest issue knocks the ball out of the park with a page after page of unique content. Inside you’ll find interviews and profiles on everyone from insiders like Acne’s Jonny Johansson and interior design star Ryan Korban, to industry legends Tom Pecheux and Diane Kendal. Editorial content is just as strong, with Dorothea Barth Jorgensen and Suvi Koponen striking steely poses on the cover and playing it cool in corresponding editorials by Patrik Sehlstedt.

Dorothea Barth Jorgensen by Patrik Sehlstedt

Suvi Koponen by Patrik Sehlstedt

In this issue: model Tom Guinness, makeup artists Tom Pecheux & Diane Kendal, Glenn O´Brien, Jonny Johansson of Acne, jewelry designer Gaia Repossi, interior designer Ryan Korban & Ben Gorham founder of Byredo Fragrances.

Anna Jagodzinska is about as austere and classically beautiful as they come, so it is nice to see her get a little silly for an editorial. In the latest W she pouts, primps and poses her way through a beauty editorial by Craig McDean while wearing the season’s new makeup looks by Diane Kendal.

Though Francois Nars is best known for his makeup artistry (remember the incredible new wave looks at Marc Jacobs F/W 09) and eponymous cosmetics line he has also made waves as a photographer. The latest issue of Vogue Nippon features Nars’ elegant style for what else – a stellar beauty editorial. Platinum blondes Julia Dunstall, Iekeliene Stange and Daul Kim wear daring, colorful looks courtesy of Diane Kendal and they manage to make even rainbow shadows and pastel lips look wearable.

Anja Rubik, is sitting pretty for Vogue Nippon. Nathaniel Goldberg captures the classic stunner looking exceptional in dramatic gold makeup by Diane Kendall. Modeling is chock full of beautiful girls but it takes someone special to pull off a face full of crackled gold leaf and Anja makes even the most daunting makeup look dazzling. Don’t you think it’s time that the divine Ms.Rubik picked up one of those oh so coveted beauty contracts? Are you listening Lancome and L’Oréal?

That mysterious model in the current Interview, left curiously uncredited, is Drew Jenkins. We thought we recognized those mile high cheekbones. For his pre Jil Sander show haircut, earlier this year, click here.

Photographer Anthony Maule, fashion editor Karl Templer, hair Guido, makeup Diane Kendal.

Drew/Wilhelmina New York. Ph: Anthony Maule for Interview magazine, August 08