Cool girls have always been a source of editorial inspiration; open up any magazine under the sun and you’ll see a profile on a budding it-girl, page after page of models with just the right attitudes and a general focus on the kind of women that inspire adoration. We can’t help but be fascinated by an editorial that heads back to the schoolyard and focuses on all things cool – suburban style.

In the latest New York Times Magazine Tyrone Lebon shoots the fresh cast of Juliana Schurig,Kremi Otashliyska, Kate King, Hannah Holman and Charlene Almarvez looking like a bunch of private school escapees. Wearing the latest looks from Band of Outsiders, Theory, J.W. Anderson and more, all selected by Sara Moonves, the haute fashion high schoolers seem ready to teach a course on style, but will they let you sit at their table come lunch period? Check out the full story on NYT.

Hair: Tamara Mcnaughton | Make-Up: Francelle Daly | Nails: Megumi Yamamoto

We’re really enjoying Stevie Dance‘s new shopping site SHOP GHOST. Here’s the lovely Hannah Holman on Marc Jacobs, her favorite store in New York and her rings of choice at the moment.

Vogue and a slew of industry heavyweights like Tomas Meier, Jack Pierson, Doug Lloyd and Stewart Shining are looking for the next bright young photographer. The winner gets $10,000, a mentorship from Management Artists and a Red Epic-X camera. Get all the details here.

Here’s an insider’s view of the under-age factor for models by former Vogue bookings editor and model agent, Trudi Tapscott.

Here’s another reason models that aren’t emotionally ready for the rigors of the industry should not be allowed to work. The dangers of being a vulnerable young woman is highlighted in the Model Alliance’s article on the death of a model, seen from the perspective of her former roommate.

Read Ponyryder’s interview with current Vogue Italia cover girl Chrystal Copland.

Speaking of Vogue Italia, their sister site, Vogue Italia Curvy features Muse Models’ new plus size division.

“I saw beautiful young people who didn’t make it in that industry just because their look didn’t happen to be the look of the moment. I knew this wasn’t going to be a lasting, secure place to earn my income”

Who remembers Kathy Ireland, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model of the 80′s? Since then she’s quietly built a 2 BILLION dollar empire along with being a major philanthropist. A fascinating and inspirational read.

Muse Magazine steams it up with their summer issue and a sexy story by Harri Peccinotti. The slinky 70s style pin-up feature stars  Anne Vyalitsyna, Shannan Click, Behati Prinsloo, Heather Marks, Valentina Zeliaeva, Marloes Horst and Hannah Holman in the tiniest of bikinis chosen by stylist Susan Winget; the vibe is very vintage and Anne is the ultimate temptress on that come hither cover.

Makeup artist Diane Kendal and manicurist Yuna Park join forces to create a brightly colored beauty story for Vogue Italia. Shot by Craig McDean and styled by Edward Enninful, the off kilter images have an all star cast of cool faces and a youthful feel that keeps things interesting. Patricia van der Vliet,  Hanne Gaby Odiele, Hannah Holman, Valerija Kelava, Dorothea Barth Jorgensen, Hailey Clauson and Gwen Loos all sport vivid lips and nails that seem tailored to their personalities and McDean’s expressive images.

Boo George captures the essence of the menswear trend in a stunning editorial for LOVE; with a style that echos Peter Lindbergh‘s iconic 80s work and dapper styling courtesy of Anders Solvsten Thomsen, the story nails the look. Hannah Holman , Felix Branch and Dree Hemingway perfectly convey the androgyny the editorial requires, while adding just the right amount of individuality to their shots.

What better way to show off the latest wares from the season’s new design stars, than to put them on the backs of the most au courant models? Vogue Paris displays clothes from rising stars Mark Fast, Hakaan and Alexandre Vauthier on stunners Barbara Palvin, Hannah Holman and Imogen Newton. Shot by Alasdair McLellan and styled by Jane How, the story succeeds in making the clothes and the girls look phenomenal.

Image Credit | Scan by Valentin27 @ tFS

Preview of Hannah Holman by Norbert Schoerner for 10 Summer Issue 2010.

10′s always been our go to magazine for inventively beautiful imagery combined with a slightly madcap sense of humor that’s refreshing in a industry that so often takes itself way too seriously. We always look forward to their monthly Ten Heads feature but for their summer issue, celebrating their 10 year anniversary, they’ve outdone themselves with, what else, but 10 covers of their favorite Fashion Gods: Alber Elbaz, Azzedine Alaia, Donatella Versace, Domenico Dolce & Stefano Gabbana, Helmut Lang, John Galliano, Karl Lagerfeld, Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford and Vivienne Westwood. Who’s your favorite of these 10 men and women with their larger than life personas? Check out the previews at 10 Women and 10 Men.

Alber’s cover

Happy 10 year anniversary, 10!

Preview of Melissa Tammerijn by Andrea Spotorno

Preview of Clinton Weber by Sean Thomas for 10 Men.

Sid Ellisdon by Mark Pillai for 10 Men Summer 2010

The VMan / Ford models contest has a history of discovering male modeling’s next stars, and this years winners Luke Briggs and Michael Wozniak are featured on the cover of the latest issue. The fresh faced duo are shot by Terry Richardson and styled by Mel Ottenberg, for a story that focuses on casual dressing and youthful fun. Joined by finalists Ford Smith and Nicolas Madrid,and a platinum haired Hannah Holman, the boys are given a chance to show their stuff in their first big editorial. Do you think they pulled it off? Let us know how you feel!