Vogue Japan: Kiss of the Matador

I don't think I've ever seen such a Dolce & Gabbana/Anna Dello Russo infused editorial than this particular shoot for Vogue Japan. I mean really, Dello Russo may have well stared in the photos herself such is her signature, extravagant styling present in the pictures which completely mirrors what she wears on a daily basis. First of all, there's a lot of Dolce and for those of you who follow the editor in chief of Vogue Japan on Instagram you'll know that 90% of her wardrobe is Dolce & Gabbana. The model, Bianca Balti, even looks a little like her - long, tanned limbs, layers of accessories, confident poses and an ability to wear anything well. Balti is also a firm favourite of Stefano Gabbana.

I love these photos, mainly because I love Dello Russo and her sense of style, and also because it's quite fun in an eccentric kind of way. Photographer Giampaulo Sgura perfectly captures the glamour of a matador and the display of showmanship crucial for the bull ring. The set is pretty cool too, with bull horns, an old oak door, sacks of wheat stacked around and an old bench all set against a plan white back drop. I would say this matador is more of a Mexican bull fighter, especially with the use of black hats and embellished jackets. There are other fashion pieces apart from Dolce. Brands such as Prada, Moschino, Yohji Yamamoto, Blumarine, Emilio Pucci and Tom Ford are all featured but there's no denying that the real star of the show is Dolce & Gabbana.

And the cover...