Rag Report: Posing in Pink

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

In the April issue of Numéro, model Anna Maria Jagodinska flaunts her stuff in a 7-page spread shot by Greg Kadel. Jagodinska effortlessly embraces the femininity of pink while giving an edgy twist to each photo.

In the first photo, Jagodinska is showered in pink. From the accessories to the dress, each item is a different shade of the color. Jagodinska looks directly at the camera, which adds intensity to the shot. We love how the effects of the photo make her seem almost ghostly. Even with the physical amount of items on the model, the styling doesn’t overwhelm us and we can focus on her blue eyes. 

While the second photo isn’t as strong as the first, Jagodinska shows off the clothing beautifully. Even though her face isn’t toward the camera, her body position shows off the amazing heels perfectly.

The last photo features Jagodinska looking more vulnerable and sensual than the previous two. Her expression is softer and more relaxed. The photo’s effects help convey a lighter side to this otherwise edgy photo spread. Again, the clothing and accessories Jagodinska wears don’t overpower her. We are immediately drawn to her eyes.

Overall, the photo shoot is amazing. Even with pink as a central theme, the spread didn’t get too girly and Jagodinska dominated the spread with her versatile poses and piercing stare.

- Ivie Igbeare

Rag Report: Wait, she's only 16?!?

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness. 

 

Frida Gustavsson in Numéro

Model Frida Gustavsson heats up this month’s issue of Numéro. Dressed up in all things flirty and sexy, 16-year-old Gustavsson is hardly recognizable. The close up of her is particularly beautiful. Her makeup is sensual and simple, but dramatic too - a combination that is difficult to pull off. Her dark red lips against the simplicity of her eye shadow and bleached eyebrows are striking. The audience is immediately drawn to Gustavsson’s sultry innocence.

 

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Ruffled skirts are great to have in your closet because they can be sweet and sexy. We love how stylist Capucine Safyurtlu paired the ruffled skirt with lace and ridiculously amazing Fendi heels. Even though the heels stand out, they don’t detract attention from the setting of the photo. Gustavsson’s pose is perfect, especially when the lighting hits her frame. The overall look is breathtaking!

 

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This shot is simple but still makes a statement. The combination of lace and leather is divine. As Rachel Zoe would say, “I DIE!” The only problem is that half of Gustavsson’s face is hidden. We wish we could have seen her whole face with open eyes. Regardless, we love the editorial. Gustavsson really steps it up for the shoot and we commend her for it.

- by Ivie Igbeare

Rag Report: Black and white and read all over

Rag Report dives under the covers of fashion publications to rant or rave about all the glossy goodness.

Color is often a key component that makes a shot visually exciting. This especially holds true in fashion photography when the colors of the clothing alone can make the whole image pop. 

This time around though, Monika “Jac” Jagaciak and photographer Richard Bush make it work without the colors in the December/January issue of Numero.

The whole shoot is set in a rocky domain. Its light background contrasts with the primarily dark clothing beautifully and really adds to the overall starkness in the shots. This becomes apparent in the photo of Jac standing alone, yet proudly, in the destitute location. She’s styled a la Gaga (read: pantsless), but appears dominant as ever with strong styling on her upper body.

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In the second shot we favored, we see a more elegant and refined side of Jac. Though she’s wearing a lace bodysuit and metal-studded cuffs, the velvet cape, classic pearl earrings and sleek hair lend her an air of sophistication.

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Our favorite shot, however, features Jac lounging on the rocks as though she’s tanning in the south of France. The sequined harem pants could be none other than Givenchy couture, and we’re a little bit obsessed. 

Along with the embellished pants, the detailed boots, layered necklaces and harsh bracelets could look overdone when put together, but the simple black turtleneck pulls them all together nicely. 

Lastly, Jac’s face in this shot is simply divine.

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She seems to be in complete stress-free bliss...we’re jealous.

- by Lydia Shahmoon