Vogue Japan: If I were a Rich Girl

The month of March wouldn't be complete if I didn't fan girl over a Giampaulo Sgura shoot. The photographer, and regular Vogue Japan contributor, is in my humble opinion one of the most talented photographers working in fashion industry right now. His stunning editorials which are often styled by another hero of mine Anna Dello Russo, are captivating, enchanting, beautiful and never fail to portray a sumptuous narrative. 

I came across this particular shoot titled 'All the Rich Girls can Have' by chance while scrolling through Pinterest. This editorial is a few years old from the October 2012 issue of Vogue Japan, styled by Dello Russo and starring Dutch model Ymre Stiekema as a very glamorous Marie Antoinette. The looks are incredible, with pieces by Prada, Oscar de la Renta, Dolce and Gabbana, Balmain and Alberta Ferreti to name just a few, while the huge candy floss wigs placed on Ymre's head recall the decadent regency style of late1700s. I love the elaborate settings in no other than the Palace of Versailles, stylish angles and fun, lady like feel of the whole shoot which Sgura captures beautifully. Take a look at the stunning photographs below and be transported back in time to a period of wealth, prosperity and of course, rich girls...