How do you top a Prada exclusive? You head straight to the cover of Vogue Italia in a stunning only girl shot by Steven Meisel. Danish beauty Juliane Grüner just became the girl of the moment, with this compelling shot. The all Gucci outfit styled by Karl Templer, the fresh makeup by Pat McGrath and the slicked by hair by Guido Palau, combine to create a look that is pure 70s luxe.

Miuccia Prada keeps us on our toes; whether that is with idiosyncratic collections, or one of a kind imagery depends on the day, but one could never accuse camp Prada of being boring. This season’s campaign is a testament to the brand’s ability to think outside the box, their F/W image is all about the next generation of modeling stars. As such you will find no familiars amongst the stunning cast (well maybe just one – budding supermodel Frida Gustavsson also stars) Ashley Brokaw went in search of girls with the Prada je ne sais quoi, that certain special something that has defined the brand’s faces from Sasha Pivovarova to Daria Werbowy. Only the newest of the new need apply – some of the campaign’s stars haven’t even walked shows yet.

In the first snaps to hit the internet the gorgeous Kelly Mittendorf (Marilyn) gives a star making turn in a beautiful shot by Steven Meisel. The image is pure Prada and Kelly’s one of a kind look is certain to grab the attention of casting directors and model fans alike. BONUS: Gorgeous newcomers Ondria Hardin (Ford) and Antonia Wesseloh (Ford) make equally alluring debuts in the campaign’s two new images!

Casting by Ashley Brokaw | Styling by Melissa Klitzke-Rubini | Hair by Guido Palau | Makeup by Pat McGrath

Kristina Salinovic graces the cover of April’s Vogue Italia in a sizzling shot by Steven Meisel. Wearing a turban, tangerine colored Ermanno Scervino swimwear chosen by Edward Enninful, and colorful makeup by Pat McGrath, Kristina looks magnificent. MDC caught up with the edgy Croatian beauty during fashion week to talk goals and her unique rock n’ roll style.

Two of fashion’s biggest brands refresh their images with crisp new ad campaigns that offer up fresh takes on their aesthetics. Steven Meisel shoots Gisele Bundchen for Balenciaga and strips the supermodel of her patented sex appeal for a sporty and boyish campaign that captures the pared down look of the collection itself. Yuri Pleskun joins La Bundchen on the romp, sporting layers of face paint by Pat McGrath

Beige is the signature color of Hannah MacGibbon’s Chloe, so it makes sense that David Sims‘ campaign is almost entirely ecru. Malgosia Bela and Iselin Steiro look casually chic in the line’s classic silhouettes and clean lines.

Steven Meisel creates an eclectic tribal themed editorial for American Vogue‘s September Issue; complete with loads of fur, pattern, print and texture. Edward Enninful‘s creative styling tailor’s fall’s outlandish trends to the theme, while Pat McGrath‘s makeup transforms Liu Wen, Lais Ribeiro, Kasia Struss, Magdalena Frackowiak, Jourdan Dunn, Joan Smalls and Karlie Kloss.

Acne now accepts Paypal. So bad for our wallets but so good for our closets.

Fashion News:

Refinery 29 has a pretty hilarious roundup of some of the recent fashion F/W campaigns.

Anna Dello Russo has a very cute line of t-shirts for all of her fans.

We’re a little jealous of Natalie Joos‘ shopping posse of 9, which includes French Vogue stylist Julia Von Boehm, designer Mark Fast and last but not least former Prada model Cate Chant who just finished school (and still looks beeeeyouuuuutiful).

Express is shooting on the East Side of NYC today for the September/ October F/W 10 ad campaign with a heavy emphasis on chunky sweaters and sexy dresses.  Patrick Demarchelier is shooting Jessica Stam – her first shoot with Express!! – alongside Arlenis Sosa and Izabel Goulart. Awesome cast!

The girly girl in us loves Le Sportsac and now with Pat McGrath doing a line for them, we love ‘em even more.

Modeling News:

As the summer season begins, the big cities gets flooded with models from around the world. NYC young ladies however are extra lucky this summer: Modellounge, the fashion week sanctuary has expanded to 2 central locations for the summer. Get out your bathing suits, ladies.

Bendel’s Polaroid girls….

Bendel’s, the venerable 115 year old store is searching for their Fall 2010 campaign faces. Partnered with Elle Magazine, the 2 winners will be flown to NYC and featured in October Elle.
Fifth Avenue Flagship Bendel Girl Go See, Wednesday, June 23, 10am – 6pm, 712 Fifth Avenue at 56th Street, 1st floor.

Beverly Center Bendel Girl Go See, Friday, June 25, 10am – 6pm
8500 Beverly Boulevard, Level 7

The criteria for eligibility is as follows:
* Must be age 18 to 30 on the date of your entry into the search
* Must be 5’8” or taller in bare feet
* Must fit in no larger than a size 4 dress
* Must fit in size 37-41 size shoe
* Must be available to be in New York City from July 15 – 16, 2010 for fitting/photo shoot
* Must have a basic command of the English language, written and spoken
* Must be in excellent health
* Must not be a party to any exclusive modeling contract or other contractual commitment that would be breached by the entrant’s participation in the Search.

Ladies if you fulfill these requirements, good luck!

And last but not least, 3 lovely new faces for the day.

17 year old Ash Walker from Vision Management Group.

Bogdan from Red

Justin from Major by Joseph Blue (is it me or does he look like he could be Taylor Lautner’s younger brother?)

Steven Meisel and Marie-Amelie Sauve take readers into dystopian territory with a daring editorial for Vogue Italia. Eva Herzigova, Tanga Moreau, Cole Mohr, Yuri Pleskun, Will Lewis, Eliza Cummings, Berthold Rothas and Valerija Kelava, star as a set of wilderness survivalists dressed for a worst case scenario. The engaging story presents a unique take on pre-fall’s luxury, with some of the most exquisite designer clothes styled to look like tattered rags, Marie-Amelie’s talent as a stylist is once again on display and so is Pat McGrath‘s skill with a makeup brush. Meisel’s versatility shines through as well; think of how different this is from last month’s VI glamour fest.

Image Credit | Scans by The Fashionisto

Maryna Linchuk surrounded by the boys, RJ Rogenski, Ben Hill, Vladimir Ivanov. Pic JD Ferguson for V Magazine.
The V Magazine/Marc Jacobs after party celebrating Lady Gaga and V’s new issue was THE place to be last night. Everyone from models Lily Donaldson, Dree Hemingway, Liya Kebede, Karmen Pedaru,  Julien d’Ys, Pat McGrath, DSquared2′s Dan & Dean, to Janet Jackson joined Marc Jacobs and Lorenzo Martone and V/Visionaire co-founders Cecilia Dean and Stephen Gan celebrate Lady Gaga, V Magazine and the MJ SS10 collection. To see which music stars/art stars and of course a gaggle of supermodels showed, go to V Magazine to check out JD Ferguson’s exclusive pics.