Mikael Jansson takes things to the next level for Interview magazine. The iconic photog enlists platinum blonde stunners Lara Stone and Dennis Johnson to convey the dynamism of the season’s swimwear. Lara is known for her tough chic allure but it’s Dennis who nearly steals the show with his steely gaze – both Stone and Johnston put their athleticism on display as they battle for dominance.

Lara Stone (IMG) and Dennis Johnson (New York Models) by Mikael Janssen for Interview

In the wake of today’s Guy Trebay article in the Times about “The Marie Antoinette Moment” and the Imagist’s own musings on the state of the fashion world, comes the link from IMG to Shalom Harlow‘s exclusive turn for the Viktor & Rolf show. Catch the timeless beauty up close and personal (and yes, the 2 models are both Shalom). See the details on the clothes and accessories from just a stone’s throw away even closer than the top editors. Watch that flow of the fabric and the swing of the bag. Our only beef? Waiting for the video to load. Welcome to the future of the runway!

Click here for Viktor & Rolf’s website

Some behind the scenes tidbits, click here.

Screencapped from the Viktor & Rolf site.

Erin Wasson proves that certain models will never be disposable. Her poise, personality and presence in this Terry Richardson lensed story is undeniable.

Erin Wasson/IMG. Ph: Terry Richardson for Vogue Paris October 08. pics from IMG

For those anxiously awaiting the arrival of Anna Selezneva in NY on the heels of her September Paris Vogue cover; her absence at any shows was an obvious marker that the powers that be had whisked her away for that coveted Calvin exclusive. What’s also exciting is the frenzy that surrounds the new girls that debut for Calvin in NY. Ladies, get ready for Europe!

Some pols and video on the new girls!

Anya K was Girl 1- Marilyn NY Polaroids

Sigrid Agren- NY Models, Elite Paris, Elite Milan Polaroids

Charlotte Hoyer- IMG, 2PM (EXCLUSIVE for Calvin in NY). See her immaculate walk on MDX

Sophie Srej-IMG (EXCLUSIVE for Calvin in NY)

Anastasija- NY Models. Polaroids

Katrin Thormann- Women NY, Women Milan, Premier London, Nathalie Paris. Polaroids and Dazed and Confused cover. Look for our upcoming backstage interview with Katrin.

Charlotte/IMG NY, 2PM. Runway shots courtesy of 2PM Copenhagen.

IMG’s Heidi Mount has been going from editorial strength to strength in the past few months. Her most recent triumph? Her snaps in this 24 page extravaganza lensed by Mert N Marcus on the streets of LA. Here’s one girl who just drinks up that spotlight!

- Wayne/MDC

Heidi/IMG. Ph: Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot for V55. Styling: Olivier Rizzo.

Featured on Feed last November, Joy Brazil’s Loris finally arrives stateside just in time for the shows, with IMG NY.

Loris/10, IMG. Pol courtesy of IMG

The Dutch beauty really does not ever disappoint. See Lenz for the menswear.

Lara Stone/IMG. Ph: Mert and Marcus for cK Calvin Klein F/W 08. pic via tFS by alix and northern star

Style.com has some of our favorite top 50 models, Lily Donaldson, Coco Rocha and Chanel Iman reporting during Fashion week. Story on Fashionologie

Lily Donaldson/IMG. Ph: Mikael Jansson for the GAP F/W08